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FBI Confirms Darkside Behind Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack

After the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack affecting one of the largest U.S. pipelines, the FBI blamed the Darkside group.

Apple Gave Private iPad Multitasking Camera Access to Zoom

An app developer discovered Apple gave Zoom access to the iPad multitasking camera that no other third-party video conferencing app has.

Google Announces It Will Begin Using 2SV Automatically

Google agrees with two-step verification so much that it plans to automatically use 2SV on all accounts instead of leaving it as an option.

Peloton User Accounts Subjected to Data Leaks

A security researcher discovered the user accounts of Peloton fitness equipment were subject to data leaks, and the company took no action.

2FA and Recycled Phone Numbers Are a Security Risk

Have you changed your phone number? Researchers have learned that 2FA can lead to spammed accounts with recycled phone numbers.

Apple Indicates It Fixed Podcasts App After iOS 14.5 Broke It

Apple indicates it fixed the issues with the Podcasts app after the iOS 14.5 update, but did it harm its chances for Podcasts subscriptions?

Facebook Suggests It Could Start Charging Because of ios 14.5

Facebook has been complaining about Apple’s iOS 14.5 change, and now that it has rolled out, Facebook is suggesting it may have to start charging.

Android to Expand Earthquake Alerts and Detection

Google is expanding Android earthquake alerts and detection to more locations domestically and internationally starting in May.

T-Mobile SyncUP TRACKER Joins AirTag and Others

T-Mobile announced the SyncUP TRACKER, joining the Samsung SmartThings Tracker, the Apple AirTag, and the Tile. It’s a crowded field.

Google Ignores Android Contact Tracing App Privacy Flaw

Researchers have found a privacy flaw in the Android contact tracing app meant to warn users when they come in contact with a case of COVID.

Mobile Facebook Now Includes Spotify Miniplayer

After it appeared it was left out of recent plans, Spotify announced adding a miniplayer to the mobile Facebook apps to play shared content.

Podcasts Boom Inspires Options for Facebook, Apple

Facebook and Apple noticed the pandemic-related boon with podcasts. They have each created upcoming options to take advantage of it.

Amazon One Palm Reader Payments to Hit More Stores

The Amazon One payment method relies on a palm reader technology. Amazon plans to expand the service and roll it out to more stores.

Apple Announces New iMacs and iPad Pros with M1

While much of the Apple releases had already been leaked, the big news was that the M1 chip would be in both the new iMacs and iPad Pros.

Zoom Makes Significant Changes a Year into Pandemic

Being used differently this past year necessitated changes for Zoom. This week Zoom made significant changes to the service across platforms.

5 Google Assistant Changes, Including Find My iPhone

Google Assistant announced five changes, and one of them will hep you find your iPhone. Will this be enough to do battle with Alexa and Siri?

Spotify Car Thing Brings Internet Music to Older Cars

Spotify is launching “Car Thing,” a device that can be used no matter the age of your car. Will this compete with CarPlay and Android Auto?

Microsoft Acquires Nuance, a Healthcare AI System

Microsoft went all in and acquired Nuance, a company with cloud and AI software in the healthcare space. Does it have further aspirations?

Facebook Creates Open-Source Dataset to Lessen AI Bias

Facebook has created an open-source dataset that it believes will lessen the AI basis that exists with facial recognition.

Success of Discord and Slack Leads to Malware

Discord and Slack became tools for hackers to spread their malware because of their success this past year and users’ trust in them.

Apple Find My Network Now Works with 3rd-Party Devices

Apple announced an extension of its Find My network. It will work with third-party devices, starting with Belkin, Chipolo, and VanMoof.

LinkedIn Phishing Campaign: A New Threat

With unemployment at record highs during the pandemic, hackers are hitting the inboxes of the unemployed in a LinkedIn phishing campaign.

LG Smartphones, One-Time No. 3 Brand, Ends Its Run

LG isn’t going out on top. After years in the business, LG smartphones will no longer be on the shelf, as the company ends its run.

Facebook Data Leaked from Over 500 Million Users

Facebook has lost respect with data leaks. Over the weekend it was discovered that Facebook data belonging to millions of users was leaked.

Android App System Update Allows Hackers to Access Your Data

A new tactic is hidden in the Android app “System Update.” It’s no update – it’s malware that is secretly stealing your data.

Travel Pass App to Launch on iOS in a Few Weeks

To get the airline industry up and running, the IATA is instituting a travel pass app that it says will be available later this month on iOS.

More Smartphone Users Are Dumping Android for iPhone

A new survey shows that when it comes to the brand, more smartphone users are dumping Android for iPhone – at a quick pace.

Apple Patent Shows Macs Made from Recycled Cans

Apple revealed in two patient applications it’s been using its own custom alloy made from recycled beer and pop cans on the MacBook Air.

Counterterrorism Hackers Behind Large Hack Google Identified

A large hacking operation Google outed was actually being carried out by counterterrorism hackers. These hackers were from a U.S. Western ally.

Slack Connect DM Update Quickly Tweaked

Slack Connect DM was quickly tweaked after it was rolled out over concerns it would allow users to be easily repeatedly harassed.

Nintendo Switch Knockoff in Works, Powered by Android

With rumors about a Nintendo Switch Pro, there is another rumor that Qualcomm is working on a Nintendo Switch knockoff powered by Android.

Nintendo Switch Pro Reportedly Launching with DLSS

A popular rumor is stating that a Nintendo Switch Pro with support for DLSS could be released for the 2021 holiday shopping season.

Google’s Fuchsia Could Be Near 1st Developer Release

We could be nearing the day Android users get to dump it for its replacement. Google’s Fuchsia could be nearing its 1st developer release.

Instagram for Kids in Development by Facebook

There age limits on social media have been largely ignored. However, Facebook has made it a priority to create an Instagram for Kids for users under 13.

Google Play Store Cut Developer Fees, Following Apple’s Lead

Under pressure from some developers, Apple reduced its cut of developer fees. Following suit, Google Play Store is cutting developer fees as well.

SMS Messages Can Be Rerouted to Hackers for Just $16.

Do you get errant text messages and have no idea where they come from? SMS messages can be redirected to hackers for just $16.

Safe Blues Virtual Virus Developed to Track COVID

Safe Blues researchers are using Bluetooth to transfer a virtual virus between mobile devices to help track the COVID-19 virus.

Some Printers Caused a BSOD After Windows 10 Update

There are reporters that some printers caused a BSOD after a Windows 10 update was installed. Find out whether it’s something you can fix.

Verkada Security Firm Cameras Hacked, Includes Tesla

Tesla was among the Verkada Security Firm Cameras that were hacked, along with governmental locations, such as a prison and a hospital.

8 “Dangerous” Android Apps Identified by Cybersecurity Firm

There are constant warnings of aps, websites, and companies being attacked, and now 8 more dangerous apps have been identified.

Material Developed to Make Batteries Last Longer

Scientists have recognized the frustration of shortened lithium-ion battery life and developed a new material that will make batteries last longer.

The Brave Browser Will Launch Its Own Search Engine

The company behind the Brave browser intends to challenge Google search. It’s launching the Brave search engine in the first half of 2021.

Google Promises to Stop Tracking Users But Will Track Groups

At first sight, the news that Google is vowing to stop tracking users seems stunning. But what they’re really doing is switching from individuals to groups.