Cybersecurity
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Active Software Supply Chain Attack Targeting npm Registry
Source: The Hacker NewsRead more: Active Software Supply Chain Attack Targeting npm RegistryCybersecurity researchers have discovered a software supply chain attack campaign dubbed PhantomRaven, which targets the npm registry. It has affected…
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PolarEdge Botnet Infected 25,000+ Devices
Source: Cyber Security NewsRead more: PolarEdge Botnet Infected 25,000+ DevicesThe PolarEdge botnet campaign has compromised over 25,000 IoT devices globally, leveraging 140 command-and-control servers for cybercriminal activities. This complex…
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It’s never been easier to be a conspiracy theorist
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: It’s never been easier to be a conspiracy theoristThis article discusses the rise of conspiracy theories in contemporary society, tracing their historical roots and psychological aspects. It highlights…
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Can “The Simpsons” really predict the future?
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: Can “The Simpsons” really predict the future?The Simpsons has been said to have predicted events from politics to sports, with examples cited by the show’s creators.…
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How conspiracy theories infiltrated the doctor’s office
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: How conspiracy theories infiltrated the doctor’s officeThe rise of conspiracy theories, particularly during the pandemic, has significantly impacted the healthcare landscape. Patients increasingly reject evidence-based medicine…
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Why it’s so hard to bust the weather control conspiracy theory
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: Why it’s so hard to bust the weather control conspiracy theoryThis article explores the conspiracy theory claiming weather control capabilities, especially following extreme weather events. It highlights the scientific limitations…
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Chatbots are surprisingly effective at debunking conspiracy theories
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: Chatbots are surprisingly effective at debunking conspiracy theoriesChatbots can effectively counter conspiracy theories by leveraging tailored conversations. Research shows a significant reduction in belief among conspiracy theorists…
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Why do so many people think the Fruit of the Loom logo had a cornucopia?
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: Why do so many people think the Fruit of the Loom logo had a cornucopia?Many people incorrectly remember the Fruit of the Loom logo featuring a cornucopia, a phenomenon known as the Mandela effect.…
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What it’s like to be in the middle of a conspiracy theory (according to a conspiracy theory expert)
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: What it’s like to be in the middle of a conspiracy theory (according to a conspiracy theory expert)This article explores the impact of conspiracy theories following the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. It delves into the frustrations…
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Whales are dying. Don’t blame wind turbines.
Source: MIT Technology ReviewRead more: Whales are dying. Don’t blame wind turbines.The article examines the misleading claims that wind turbines are responsible for whale deaths, highlighting the importance of necropsies in…