The Real Problem With Banning Masks at Protests
Privacy advocates worry banning masks at protests will encourage harassment, while cops’ high-tech tools render the rules unnecessary.
The New Satellite Arms Race Threatening to Explode in Space
Trump’s call for a “Space Force” escalates a quiet, dangerous contest between the US, China, and Russia—one whose consequences no one really understands.
The New Satellite Arms Race Threatening to Explode in Space
Trump’s call for a “Space Force” escalates a quiet, dangerous contest between the US, China, and Russia—one whose consequences no one really understands.
TrumpBlocks.me Automates Checks for Trump’s Twitter Blocks
As @realdonaldtrump continues to block users on Twitter, a new site tries to collect 'em all.
What Is Steganography?
It's basically hiding bad things in good things.
ORide Is a Prototype for an Encrypted Uber That Can’t Track You
Researchers built a proof-of-concept system to show that Uber and Lyft don't actually need to know where you are.
Senators Push Trump for Answers on Power Grid Malware Attack
Nineteen legislators say the discovery of automated grid-disruption malware in Ukraine means the White House isn't doing enough to protect critical infrastructure.
A Diabolical Way of Hacking a Chip With a Wave of Your Hand
A new hands-off hack uses an EMP attack to overcome fundamental software protections.
How Worried Should You Be About That 198 Million Voter Data Breach?
When 198 million voter records get exposed on the internet, you've got plenty of reason for concern.
Watch Hackers Take Over the Mouse of a Power-Grid Computer in Ukraine
As intruders caused a blackout by hijacking the network of a Ukrainian energy company, spooked engineers recorded this video.