Malware gangs love open source offensive hacking tools

Hacking tools released by security researchers often end up being abused by bad guys as well.

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Amazon's Alexa is driving IT managers crazy

An extensive new study reveals what's really worrying IT and security professionals. It also reveals a little of their (Deeply human) hypocrisy.

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Open Invention Network open-source, non-aggression patents now covers Android and exFAT.

Open source's main patent protection organization is expanding its reach far beyond just Linux.

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How Twilio's $3.2 billion Segment acquisition transforms the company

With Segment, Twilio can now be connected to every touch point customers have with their end users.

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Bitcoin wallet update trick has netted criminals more than $22 million

Criminal gangs are sending fake updates to owners of Electrum wallets, installing malware, and stealing user funds.

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Ransomware operators now outsource network access exploits to speed up attacks

The trend is on the rise as ransomware continues to be lucrative -- especially in the enterprise space.

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Best 5G phones available from US carriers: Galaxy Z Fold 2, Note 20 Ultra, and more

Despite my skepticism, US wireless carriers were able to launch 5G networks in 2019 in three flavors. It's become standard in 2020 for mid-range and flagship phones across all major US wireless carriers and most new phones incorporate 5G technology.

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