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The Trojan Source: A Vicious Bug2021-11-02

You’ve heard of the Trojan horse before, but have you ever heard of the Trojan Source? While we have covered the former in the past, the latter is the new (yet dangerous) kid on the block that has been taking the cybersecurity community by storm.

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Can Cryptocurrency be used as actual money?2021-10-31

Cryptocurrencies regularly steal headlines for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, a new coin will burst onto the scene and increase in value hundreds of times. Other times, we’ll see fluctuations in the old mainstays; Ethereum, and Bitcoin. However, all of these tend to lose sight of a simpler question - can you actually use cryptocurrencies for anything other than market speculation?

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Google's Sweet New Privacy Feature2021-10-30

In the midst of the storm of privacy concerns regarding enormous online platforms like Twitch, Apple, and Facebook, Google has provided the public with a breath of fresh air. Instead of having to *worry* about privacy, the tech giant has just released a brand new feature that keeps users *relieved* about it!

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Are Home Security Systems really worth it?2021-10-29

Despite crime being at an all-time low, the home security industry is at its largest ever size. According to some sources, the home security market is growing, albeit slowly, to millions of customers in the United States alone. That being said, even though crime is low, are these systems worth the cost? How effective are they even in the best of circumstances?

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How Secure is Wi-Fi really?2021-10-27

We recently did a deep dive into Wi-Fi, what it is, how it works, and even some of its practical applications. However, this technology, ubiquitous as it may be, is not without its flaws. There are a few major weaknesses that bad actors like to exploit to extract money and information from you.

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Facebook’s Newest Blunder: A Secret Privacy Plunder2021-10-24

Within the last few weeks, the tech giant has been ridiculed over a shutdown that lasted for hours, as well as lambasted as a potential threat by whistleblowers. In addition to these events, they have also been exposed for a major breach of privacy for iPhone users.

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What actually is Bluetooth?2021-10-23

Billions of Bluetooth integrated devices are produced around the world, making up a huge proportion of tech industry sales. People in all professions and all walks of life rely on Bluetooth to make their lives a little less tangled. That being said, what is Bluetooth, and how does it work?

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Cybersecurity and Esports: An Unexpected Duo2021-10-20

While the cybersecurity world has been going through a rough patch lately with issues such as Twitch’s data leak and Microsoft’s DDoS battle, a neat and rather unexpected bit of news has entered the scene. The United States is seeking to strengthen its cybersecurity forces by tapping into the minds of the country’s youth through a medium that is familiar to them: esports.

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