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FBI disrupts hacking network ‘linked to Russian intelligence services’ | US News
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US officials say they have disrupted a hacking network linked to Russian intelligence services. They say the hackers – believed to be from the secretive hacking arm of Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate (better known as the GRU) – gained access to more than 1,000 personal and small business internet routers in the US and around…
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Phone scam warning: EE network issues urgent message to users today | Science & Tech News
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Millions of mobile phone users are being warned of potential text scams in the lead-up to Christmas, peaking today on what is being dubbed “Super Saturday”. The BT-owned EE network has said cyber criminals could try to take advantage of the busy last-minute shopping period to issue delivery-style scams, suggesting parcels are waiting to be…
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Self-driving vehicles ‘could bridge gaps in UK’s public transport network’ | UK News
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Self-driving vehicles could be used to bridge the gaps in the UK’s public transport network, according to the results of a new government-led study. The survey, the first of its kind in the country, found up to 72% of people believed the vehicles could be used to improve transport links – particularly in rural areas.…
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TikTok to be blocked from parliamentary devices and network over cyber security fears | Politics News
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TikTok will be blocked from parliament’s devices and network in the latest ban imposed on the Chinese-owned social media app. The commissions of the House of Commons and House of Lords have announced they will follow the move taken by the government on official devices, citing the need for cyber security. A parliament spokesman said…
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Meta could rival Twitter as it reveals work is under way on new social network | Science & Tech News
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Meta has revealed it is working on a new social network solely designed for sharing text updates. The app would appear to be a direct competitor to Twitter, with a company spokesperson confirming it will be a “decentralised” platform similar to other alternatives that grew in popularity after Elon Musk‘s takeover. “We’re exploring a standalone…