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Internet-connected technologies can improve services, but face risks of cyberattacks

Internet-connected technologies can improve services, but face risks of cyberattacks

Our country’s critical infrastructure includes sectors that provide essential services, such as electricity, health care and transportation. These sectors are increasingly relying on internet-connected technologies to support their mission and operation, such as the Internet of Things. However, this use of technology also makes critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyberattacks, for example, the May 2021 ransomware …

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Preparing Cryptography for the Risks of a Post-Quantum Computing World

Preparing Cryptography for the Risks of a Post-Quantum Computing World

This article is part of TechXchange: Quantum Computing and Security and TechXchange: Cybersecurity What you will learn: Why today’s public-key cryptography is no match for quantum computers. How industry standard cryptography has protected us so far. What’s Behind the New Post-Quantum Secure Algorithms Selected by NIST. What you can do to prepare. Are you satisfied …

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Analysis: Apple's supply chain data shows declining exposure to China as risks rise

Analysis: Apple’s supply chain data shows declining exposure to China as risks rise

SHANGHAI, Nov 30 (Reuters) – Apple Inc’s (AAPL.O) broad exposure to Chinese manufacturing, notable for both its low costs and growing risks, has declined since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic , according to the company’s supply chain data. With the world’s largest iPhone factory, operated in central China by Foxconn (2317.TW), battling production shortfalls …

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The biggest security risks of using fitness trackers and apps to monitor your health

The biggest security risks of using fitness trackers and apps to monitor your health

Fitness trackers, which help keep tabs on sleep quality, heart rate and other biological metrics, are a popular way to help Americans improve their health and well-being. There are many types of trackers on the market, including those from well-known brands such as Apple, Fitbit, Garmin, and Oura. While these devices grow in popularity and …

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