Computers are losing value more slowly than cars now — the cause is infuriating.
Processor Prices on the Rise Amid Growing Demand Computers and their graphics processing units are gaining popularity, but unfortunately, that also means prices are climbing, and not in a good way. High demand for processors is affecting everything from video games to common memory items, leading to tighter budgets for many consumers. As one observer […]
Encryption protects your information and ensures the internet operates smoothly. Quantum computers are on the way to challenge it.
Currently, there’s nothing that can unravel the public key encryption that underpins the modern Internet. But that might soon change. So, using “yet” may not be the best approach here. Right now, adversaries don’t actually need quantum computers; they just need to be patient. By collecting encrypted traffic and saving it, they can await advancements […]
AI May Distort Polling by Relying on Computers for Public Opinion Rather Than Individuals
An AI startup recently carried out a poll on maternal health policy, which on the surface seemed routine. However, all the feedback came from computer simulations rather than actual humans, a method referred to as “silicon sampling.” The issue was brought to light when Axios published an article discussing maternal health policy that referenced a […]
Quantum computers pose a significant risk to 6.7 million bitcoins, including those owned by Satoshi.
Google researchers raised concerns within the cryptocurrency sector on Tuesday, suggesting that future quantum machines might require fewer resources to undermine the classical encryption that secures blockchains, like Bitcoin. This finding contradicts the usual expectations regarding when quantum threats to digital assets might emerge. According to a blog post on Tuesday, Google reported a 20-fold […]
Fake Google Meet notification allows attackers to access computers
You might think that the biggest danger online is something like downloading a virus or accidentally sharing your password. However, new phishing methods reveal that attackers can take control of your computer without you even realizing it. Recently, security experts have found a fraudulent Google Meet update page that looks genuine enough to mislead many […]
Can computers truly compensate for a decline in intelligence?
The Return of the Terminal Recently, there’s been a notable comeback of the terminal. It’s strange, really—something we thought we’d moved past is coming back around. We generally think of technology as progressing endlessly, so this leap back to command-line interfaces and text-based terminals catches one off guard. After years of favoring user-friendly, graphical interfaces, […]
Tiny quantum computers are being developed in Westchester, NY.
Nestled between a gym and an inflatable fun park, roughly 25 miles north of Manhattan, engineers are crafting some of the smallest quantum computers ever created. SEEQC, located in Elmsford, New York, has integrated an entire room’s worth of quantum computing equipment onto a single chip. This includes a massive cylinder cooled to almost absolute […]
Caution: These new web browsers can lead to your computer’s data being taken with a single click
For many years, Google Chrome has been the leading web browser across various devices, including laptops and mobile phones. However, with the rise of generative AI, a new type of web browser called “agent browsers” is emerging, designed to complete tasks with minimal user input. While this sounds handy, security experts are raising concerns about […]
Cybernetics promised a connection between humans and computers. So why do we feel so disconnected?
The Origins and Evolution of Cybernetics Cybernetics has its roots in a tumultuous era, specifically around the time of World War II. The term was introduced in 1948 by Norbert Wiener, a mathematician at MIT, while he was addressing the urgent challenge of how machines could counteract each other in combat. This concept was steeped […]
Mayor Adams and Jazz Chisholm Jr. share plans for 350,000 free computers for students in NYC.
New Initiative for NYC Students There’s some exciting news coming out of the Big Apple. New York City Public Schools are set to receive new laptops, thanks to a partnership with T-Mobile. Mayor Eric Adams announced this initiative on Monday, alongside Yankees player Jazz Chisholm Jr. The city is rolling out an impressive 350,000 Chromebooks […]