India, with its cutting-edge technology and impressive digital infrastructure, has gained recognition as a leader in the tech world. However, alongside these advancements, there is an alarming trend of internet shutdowns when political unrest or sectarian violence arises. India has become notorious for its high number of internet shutdowns, with authorities relying on this extreme
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Tesla, the electric carmaker led by Elon Musk, is facing a supply chain struggle in Sweden due to an ongoing labor strike. The strike, initiated by the metal workers’ union IF Metall, started after Tesla refused to sign a collective wage agreement. In support of the strike, Swedish postal workers have ceased deliveries to Tesla
In a shocking revelation, the Kansas Supreme Court announced that it recently fell victim to a comprehensive cyberattack. This sophisticated attack not only jeopardized sensitive information but also disrupted the state’s entire court system. While the court acted swiftly to disconnect its systems upon discovering the breach, the criminals managed to steal personal data and
The critical infrastructure in Australia, including ports, energy grids, and water supplies, has experienced a significant increase in cyber attacks. Over the past year, there have been 143 reported incidents, compared to 95 the previous year. In response to this growing threat, the Federal Minister for Cyber Security, Clare O’Neil, has announced that 168 critical
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner is taking the initiative to crack down on deepfake child abuse material and pro-terror content by implementing new protocols that would require technology giants to do more to tackle seriously harmful online content. These protocols come after the failure of self-regulatory codes developed by the tech industry and aim to address the
Big tech companies seem to have a recurring issue: getting fined for various infractions, including price fixing, unfair competition, and data misuse. However, what is even more concerning is the fact that these fines often go unpaid for years. In September of last year, Meta was slapped with a hefty two billion euros ($2.2 billion)
Ransomware attacks have been a prevalent form of cybercrime for over three decades, but it was only in the past decade that the term “ransomware” gained widespread recognition in popular media. One of the most notorious ransomware groups to emerge recently is LockBit, which has adopted a “ransomware as a service” model to maximize its
In August 2020, a devastating incident occurred in Korea when a dam near the Seomjin River experienced overflow during a water release, resulting in damages exceeding 100 billion won. This incident could have potentially been averted with the implementation of predictive dam management. Recognizing the importance of proactive measures, a research team from Pohang University
Lithium metal batteries (LMBs) have gained attention as a potential candidate for energy storage due to their higher energy density compared to other materials. However, the use of a lithium metal anode presents challenges stemming from the interface between the electrode and electrolyte. The formation of a solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) on the lithium metal anode
As the world seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and explore sustainable transportation solutions, researchers at the University of Houston have identified hydrogen fuel as a viable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional liquid fuels. In their white paper titled “Competitive Pricing of Hydrogen as an Economic Alternative to Gasoline and Diesel for the Houston
The collapse of FTX has sent shockwaves throughout the cryptocurrency community, shedding light on the imperative need for effective evaluation of the solvency of cryptocurrency exchanges. As one of the largest trading platforms for crypto-assets, FTX was valued at a staggering $32 billion before filing for insolvency unexpectedly in November 2022. This brought to the
Australia’s major ports, responsible for handling 40 percent of the country’s freight trade, have finally reopened after being crippled by a devastating cyberattack. This attack forced the port operator, DP World, to disconnect its systems from the internet, resulting in significant disruptions to cargo unloading and pick-ups at ports in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle.