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Quantum Dot Encryption Achieved
German scientists have achieved a breakthrough in quantum encryption using semiconductor quantum dots, demonstrating secure quantum key distribution over a 79-kilometer fiber link between two cities. This advancement, as reported by Phys.org, marks a significant step towards realizing a secure quantum internet and protecting sensitive information from emerging cyber threats in the age of quantum… Read more
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Google Plans Biggest-Ever Acquisition
Google’s parent company Alphabet is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz for approximately $23 billion, potentially marking the largest acquisition in Google’s history. This strategic move aims to bolster Google’s cloud computing division and enhance its cybersecurity capabilities in an increasingly competitive market. Read more
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New York Bans Algo-Feeds for Minors
New York has passed groundbreaking legislation to protect minors from the potential harms of algorithmically curated social media feeds. The Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act prohibits platforms from delivering algorithm-based content to users under 18 without parental consent, aiming to address concerns about the impact of “addictive feeds” on children’s mental health. Read more
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Former OpenAI Safety Researcher Says ‘Security Was Not Prioritized’
Former OpenAI safety researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner says that security practices at the company were “egregiously insufficient.” In a video interview with Dwarkesh Patel posted Tuesday, Aschenbrenner spoke of internal conflicts over priorities, suggesting a shift in focus towards rapid growth and deployment of AI models at the expense of safety. Read more
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Apple and Google are Working Together to Stop Bluetooth Tracking That You Don’t Want
The tech giants are working together to stop people from Bluetooth stalking. Around the same time last year, Google and Apple announced a new standard that would stop Bluetooth-enabled tracking devices from following people around without their knowledge. Read more
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UK bans bad default passwords
The United Kingdom has recently implemented a significant cybersecurity measure by banning the use of weak, easily guessable default passwords on Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Read more
