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Malicious Ads in Search Results Are Driving New Generations of Scams

Malicious Ads in Search Results Are Driving New Generations of Scams | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The scourge of “malvertising” is nothing new, but the tactic is still so effective that it's contributing to the rise of investment scams and the spread of new strains of malware.
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The Real Winners of the Trump Memecoin Feeding Frenzy

The Real Winners of the Trump Memecoin Feeding Frenzy | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Donald Trump will attend a dinner with the largest holders of his own-brand crypto coin, sending its price through the roof. But the real profits have already been made just out of view.
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April 26, 3:51 AM
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British firms urged to hold video or in-person interviews amid North Korea job scam | Technology | The Guardian

British firms urged to hold video or in-person interviews amid North Korea job scam | Technology | The Guardian | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Google intelligence report finds UK is a particular target of IT worker ploy that sends wages to Kim Jong Un’s state
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April 21, 3:48 AM
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Trump’s Tariffs Haven’t Resulted in Higher Prices on Amazon—Yet

Trump’s Tariffs Haven’t Resulted in Higher Prices on Amazon—Yet | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The ecommerce site penalizes sellers for abrupt price hikes, and many are hesitant to make risky changes amid a volatile trade war.
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April 14, 7:22 PM
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TraderTraitor: The Kings of the Crypto Heist

TraderTraitor: The Kings of the Crypto Heist | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Allegedly responsible for the theft of $1.5 billion in cryptocurrency from a single exchange, North Korea’s TraderTraitor is one of the most sophisticated cybercrime groups in the world.
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April 8, 8:37 PM
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Over £18m stolen from Santander UK customers in first three months of year | Computer Weekly

Over £18m stolen from Santander UK customers in first three months of year | Computer Weekly | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Bank’s latest quarterly report on scams said over £18m was stolen from its UK customers by scammers.
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March 25, 3:22 AM
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The Trump Administration Wants USAID on the Blockchain

The Trump Administration Wants USAID on the Blockchain | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
“It feels like a fake technological solution for a problem that doesn’t exist,” says one expert.
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March 6, 9:53 PM
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Big bank systems crashed for over 800 hours in last two years due to IT outages | Computer Weekly

Big bank systems crashed for over 800 hours in last two years due to IT outages | Computer Weekly | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Bank bosses forced to reveal extent of banking IT failures to MPs on the Treasury Select Committee
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March 2, 1:59 AM
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Ads Popped Up on Drivers’ Screens. There May Be More on the Way

Ads Popped Up on Drivers’ Screens. There May Be More on the Way | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
When Jeep owners complained ads were appearing while driving, the carmaker said it was a glitch. But as automakers consider connected car opportunities, in-vehicle selling might be too tempting to ignore.
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February 8, 8:18 PM
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Temu and Shein Raised Prices, Removed Products as Trump’s China Tariffs Went Into Effect

Temu and Shein Raised Prices, Removed Products as Trump’s China Tariffs Went Into Effect | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Sellers and shoppers on the two sites say they saw items disappear and prices go up after President Donald Trump implemented tariffs on Chinese imports.
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January 11, 5:17 AM
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Can Your Car Be Your Friend?

Can Your Car Be Your Friend? | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Automakers are showing off whizz-bang tech for vehicle interiors meant to reshape drivers’ relationships with their cars.
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December 5, 2024 4:50 PM
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Malicious Ads in Search Results Are Driving New Generations of Scams

Malicious Ads in Search Results Are Driving New Generations of Scams | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The scourge of “malvertising” is nothing new, but the tactic is still so effective that it's contributing to the rise of investment scams and the spread of new strains of malware.
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November 30, 2024 6:32 PM
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US to Introduce New Restrictions on China’s Access to Cutting-Edge Chips

US to Introduce New Restrictions on China’s Access to Cutting-Edge Chips | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The new limits, which are expected to be announced Monday, are intended to slow China’s ability to build large and powerful AI models.
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November 30, 2024 6:02 PM
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Yes, That Viral LinkedIn Post You Read Was Probably AI-Generated

Yes, That Viral LinkedIn Post You Read Was Probably AI-Generated | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
A new analysis estimates that over half of longer English-language posts on LinkedIn are AI-generated, indicating the platform’s embrace of AI tools has been a success.
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April 29, 7:00 PM
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Apple May Shift to Making US iPhones in India. It Won’t Be Easy

Apple May Shift to Making US iPhones in India. It Won’t Be Easy | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Manufacturers in India would need to double production to meet US iPhone demand—and the shift still wouldn’t solve Apple’s China problem.
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April 26, 3:20 AM
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Opt out: how to protect your data and privacy if you own a Tesla | Tesla | The Guardian

Opt out: how to protect your data and privacy if you own a Tesla | Tesla | The Guardian | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Data via trackers and sensors can paint an intricate picture of your life – here’s what to know about privacy in your car
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April 15, 1:51 AM
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Is Airplane Mode on Flights Necessary or Outdated? (2025)

Is Airplane Mode on Flights Necessary or Outdated? (2025) | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
If you don’t, your flight won’t crash, but ignoring airplane mode uses up your battery and annoys the pilot.
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April 12, 8:46 PM
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The bitcoin miners in rural Zambia

The bitcoin miners in rural Zambia | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Tech Now visits Zambia to see how Bitcoin is helping to provide villagers with electricity.
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April 6, 2:38 AM
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Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry

Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Apple, Amazon, and other tech companies reliant on global supply chains stand to lose the most from President Trump’s trade policies, but some software firms expect more demand for their services.
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March 9, 8:01 AM
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Trump’s ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’ Plan Comes With a Twist

Trump’s ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’ Plan Comes With a Twist | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Rather than buy bitcoin directly, Donald Trump’s plan calls for holding the US government’s current bitcoin assets in reserve—and creates a separate stockpile for other crypto coins.
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March 2, 2:06 AM
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AI Assistants Join the Factory Floor

AI Assistants Join the Factory Floor | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Manufacturers already have the data. LLM-powered tools could help them make use of it.
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February 16, 12:25 AM
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Unionised drivers to stage ride-hailing app strike | Computer Weekly

Unionised drivers to stage ride-hailing app strike | Computer Weekly | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Drivers employed by Uber, Bolt and Addison Lee are set to log off for six hours on 14 February 2025 in long-running disputes over poor pay, work conditions and algorithmic transparency
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February 8, 7:51 PM
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LinkedIn Is Testing an AI Tool That Could Transform How People Search for Jobs

LinkedIn Is Testing an AI Tool That Could Transform How People Search for Jobs | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The company says artificial intelligence could help surface jobs that remain hidden from typical search queries.
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December 19, 2024 6:58 PM
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Hackers Can Jailbreak Digital License Plates to Make Others Pay Their Tolls and Tickets

Hackers Can Jailbreak Digital License Plates to Make Others Pay Their Tolls and Tickets | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Digital license plates sold by Reviver, already legal to buy in some states and drive with nationwide, can be hacked by their owners to evade traffic regulations or even law enforcement surveillance.
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December 5, 2024 4:47 PM
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The Pressure Is on for Big Tech to Regulate the Broken Digital Advertising Industry

The Pressure Is on for Big Tech to Regulate the Broken Digital Advertising Industry | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Brands have been at the mercy of the algorithm when it comes to where their ads appear online, but they’re about to get more control.
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November 30, 2024 6:19 PM
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The Virtual Villages Helping Digital Nomads Find Real-World Friends

The Virtual Villages Helping Digital Nomads Find Real-World Friends | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Itinerant online workers needn’t suffer a single day of lonesomeness with these digital-first friend-finders.
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