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Microsoft taps ASUS and Dell for the Windows 365 Cloud PC strategy

Microsoft taps ASUS and Dell for the Windows 365 Cloud PC strategy 2026-02-27 at 13:34 By Sinisa Markovic Microsoft is adding two new Windows 365 Cloud PC devices, the ASUS NUC 16 for Windows 365 and the Dell Pro Desktop for Windows 365, expanding hardware options for its cloud-based desktop service. Both devices are scheduled […]

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Android app uses Bluetooth signals to detect nearby smart glasses

Android app uses Bluetooth signals to detect nearby smart glasses 2026-02-27 at 10:17 By Anamarija Pogorelec Smart glasses with built-in cameras are showing up in more public spaces, and a growing number of people want a way to know when one is nearby. An Android app called Nearby Glasses, developed by Yves Jeanrenaud, attempts to […]

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Samsung’s Galaxy S26 turns privacy into a visible and invisible feature

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 turns privacy into a visible and invisible feature 2026-02-26 at 12:27 By Sinisa Markovic The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is out, offering plenty of security features that protect personal data while providing users with transparency and control over how their information is used. The feature that grabbed the spotlight is the built-in […]

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Sandisk brings SPRandom to open source for large SSD testing

Sandisk brings SPRandom to open source for large SSD testing 2026-02-03 at 15:15 By Anamarija Pogorelec Enterprise storage environments already run long qualification cycles as solid-state drive capacities rise and validation teams try to mirror production workloads. Preconditioning steps now consume days of lab time for a single device, especially in data centers supporting AI […]

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Apple updates AirTag with expanded range and improved findability

Apple updates AirTag with expanded range and improved findability 2026-01-26 at 17:42 By Sinisa Markovic Apple has released a new version of its AirTag tracking accessory that extends its connectivity range and improves how items are located. The updated AirTag uses a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, similar to the chip in the iPhone 17 lineup, […]

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Raspberry Pi now offers a branded USB flash drive, starts at $30

Raspberry Pi now offers a branded USB flash drive, starts at $30 2026-01-23 at 12:17 By Sinisa Markovic Raspberry Pi has launched a USB flash drive optimized for use across its lineup of single-board computers. The drive is offered in two capacities, with the 128GB model priced at $30 and the 256GB version at $55. […]

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Ring now lets users verify whether videos have been altered

Ring now lets users verify whether videos have been altered 2026-01-23 at 12:17 By Anamarija Pogorelec To give users peace of mind, Ring has introduced a new content authenticity feature that allows them to verify whether a Ring video has been edited or altered. Ring Verify adds a digital security seal that breaks if the […]

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OpenWrt One gains support for running Debian

OpenWrt One gains support for running Debian 2026-01-22 at 12:59 By Anamarija Pogorelec Debian now runs on the OpenWrt One hardware platform following recent engineering work by Collabora. OpenWrt One is a developer focused router designed to support embedded Linux work on standardized hardware. The platform serves as a reference device for the OpenWrt community […]

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Firmware scanning time, cost, and where teams run EMBA

Firmware scanning time, cost, and where teams run EMBA 2026-01-14 at 13:25 By Mirko Zorz Security teams that deal with connected devices often end up running long firmware scans overnight, checking progress in the morning, and trying to explain to colleagues why a single image consumed a workday of compute time. That routine sets the […]

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NIST issues guidance on securing smart speakers

NIST issues guidance on securing smart speakers 2025-12-22 at 07:02 By Sinisa Markovic Smart home devices, such as voice-activated digital assistants, are increasingly used in home health care, with risks involved. An attacker could change a prescription, steal medical data, or connect a patient to an impostor. To reduce cybersecurity risks tied to this use, […]

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Smart grids are trying to modernize and attackers are treating it like an invitation

Smart grids are trying to modernize and attackers are treating it like an invitation 2025-12-04 at 09:05 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Sonia Kumar, Senior Director Cyber Security at Analog Devices, discusses how securing decentralized smart grids demands a shift in defensive strategy. Millions of distributed devices are reshaping the attack […]

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Wi-Fi signals may hold the key to touchless access control

Wi-Fi signals may hold the key to touchless access control 2025-11-10 at 09:00 By Mirko Zorz Imagine walking into a secure building where the door unlocks the moment your hand hovers near it. No keycards, no PINs, no fingerprints. Instead, the system identifies you by the way your palm distorts the surrounding Wi-Fi signal. That […]

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Enterprises are losing track of the devices inside their networks

Enterprises are losing track of the devices inside their networks 2025-11-06 at 08:37 By Sinisa Markovic Security teams are often surprised when they discover the range and number of devices connected to their networks. The total goes far beyond what appears in agent-based telemetry or old manual asset inventories. Enterprise networks face broader exposure from […]

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Connected homes: Is bystander privacy anyone’s responsibility?

Connected homes: Is bystander privacy anyone’s responsibility? 2025-11-05 at 09:07 By Sinisa Markovic Smart doorbells, connected cameras, and home monitoring systems have become common sights on doorsteps and living rooms. They promise safety and convenience, but they also raise a problem. These devices record more than their owners. They capture neighbors, visitors, and anyone passing […]

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How neighbors could spy on smart homes

How neighbors could spy on smart homes 2025-10-30 at 13:34 By Mirko Zorz Even with strong wireless encryption, privacy in connected homes may be thinner than expected. A new study from Leipzig University shows that someone in an adjacent apartment could learn personal details about a household without breaking any encryption. By monitoring the wireless […]

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Chain of security weaknesses found in smart air compressor model

Chain of security weaknesses found in smart air compressor model 2025-10-28 at 10:22 By Sinisa Markovic Contractors and workshops often rely on air compressors to power their tools and keep projects running. But when those compressors are connected to the internet, convenience can introduce new risks. Researchers at George Mason University found that the California […]

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Can your earbuds recognize you? Researchers are working on it

Can your earbuds recognize you? Researchers are working on it 2025-10-27 at 09:05 By Mirko Zorz Biometric authentication has moved from fingerprints to voices to facial scans, but a team of researchers believes the next step could be inside the ear. New research explores how the ear canal’s unique acoustic properties can be used to […]

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Your wearable knows your heartbeat, but who else does?

Your wearable knows your heartbeat, but who else does? 2025-10-23 at 09:23 By Sinisa Markovic Smartwatches, glucose sensors, and connected drug-monitoring devices are common in care programs. Remote monitoring helps detect changes early and supports personalized treatment and long-term condition management. They give clinicians valuable insight into patient health but also introduce new exposure points. […]

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Humanoid robot found vulnerable to Bluetooth hack, data leaks to China

Humanoid robot found vulnerable to Bluetooth hack, data leaks to China 2025-10-16 at 07:33 By Sinisa Markovic Alias Robotics has published an analysis of the Unitree G1 humanoid robot, concluding that the device can be exploited as a tool for espionage and cyber attacks. A robot that can be hacked through Bluetooth Their tests show […]

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Meet ARGUS, the robot built to catch hackers and physical intruders

Meet ARGUS, the robot built to catch hackers and physical intruders 2025-10-06 at 08:38 By Sinisa Markovic Hospitals, airports, and campuses are no longer dealing with separate security problems. Someone can slip past a checkpoint while another actor launches a network scan, and together those actions create a bigger risk than either one alone. Most […]

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