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What we do and don't know about Russia's interference in the presidential election
Mashable - 31 Dec 2016 00:30Russian hackers used international networks to cover their tracks, documents show
CBSNews - 31 Dec 2016 07:19
U.S. intelligence agencies believe that Russian hackers used other people's computer networks to cover their tracks when they attacked the DNC. Investigators suspect that Russian intelligence services have access to comp...
Feds keeping a close eye on drones and operators
CBSNews - 31 Dec 2016 07:18
The holidays have unleashed a massive new swarm of drones, as more than one million flying devices were given as gifts. But only a fraction of new owners have registered with the FAA, reports Kris Van Cleave.
Evidence of Russian malware found on US electrical company laptop
The Verge - 31 Dec 2016 06:26
A utilities company in Vermont has detected evidence of Russian malware, according to a report this evening from The Washington Post, which cited anonymous US officials. The code is said to be connected to a Russian hack...
NASA captures stunning photo of a galaxy that is spilling microwaves
BGR - 31 Dec 2016 05:11
The absolutely stunning photo you see above isn't an explosion from the most recent Star Wars flick, though it could probably pass for one. That huge mess of color, light, and dust is actually a galaxy. But it's not just...
Self-driving car tests are heading to Boston streets
Slash Gear - 31 Dec 2016 01:49
Boston is welcoming self-driving cars onto its streets, with city officials giving startup NuTonomy permission to test its autonomous vehicle in a small region in South Boston. This will mark the first time a self-drivin...
Cybersecurity Experts Identify 3 Hacking Trends Of 2016
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 01:30
Hackers are choosing to use their skills to victimize and exploit. Take a look back at 2016 and find out which cybercrimes hackers utilized the most.
FDA Warns Against Hacking Medical Devices Like Artificial Pacemakers: New Cybersecurity Guidelines Set
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 16:40
The threat of hacking comes with the many technological advancements of late, and medical devices are not an exception. The FDA now issues stricter guidelines when it comes to the privacy of medical facilities and medica...
2016 was the year internet security died - so what can you do about it?
Digital Trends - 31 Dec 2016 16:15
2016 is the year that made hacking feel routine. Talk of state-supported hackers, stolen emails, and compromised passwords has become so commonplace it's easy to lose perspective on how unprecedented it really is. The po...
7 tech resolutions you should make in 2017, and how to keep them
Mashable - 31 Dec 2016 16:00Astronaut Honors Carrie Fisher's Legacy for Women in Space
SPACE.com - 31 Dec 2016 15:33
Two women inspired the world with their strong character and leadership.
The robots are coming to CES! (And we can't wait to meet them) - CNET
CNET - 31 Dec 2016 15:00
Advances in AI mean that 2017 is going to be the best CES for showcasing robotics yet
How To Set Up Your Raspberry Pi 3: A Step-By-Step Guide
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 15:00
Here is an easy how-to guide to get you started on doing amazing things with the Raspberry Pi 3
The Year's Biggest Hacks, From Yahoo To the DNC
Wired - 31 Dec 2016 14:00
The year that politics got hacked was also a record-breaking year for sheer size of corporate breaches. The post The Year's Biggest Hacks, From Yahoo To the DNC appeared first on WIRED.
Bubble Nebula Pops Green and Gold in Stunning Photo
SPACE.com - 31 Dec 2016 14:00
Jaspal Chadha took the image from his backyard in London in April 2015.
Bill Gates: World Is Vulnerable To Deadly Flu Epidemic In Next Decade
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 13:42
In an interview with the BBC, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates expressed his concern about the world's inability to handle deadly epidemics in the future. He said global emergency response systems need to be strengt...
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Fatal Car Accident Allegedly Caused By FaceTime
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 13:12
A family in Texas is holding Apple accountable for the death of their daughter in a car crash involving a driver distracted by FaceTime. Texas does not have any law preventing motorists from using their smartphones while...
US Department Of Defense Warns Soldiers About Consuming Too Much Energy Drink
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 11:57
Health experts in the U.S. military warn servicemen about the dangers of drinking too much energy drink. This type of beverage contains high amounts of caffeine and sugar, which could cause serious damage to the body.
North Korea's Android Tablet Woolim Is Packed With 'Features': Automatic Screenshots, Non-Removable Bloatware, And More
Tech Times - 31 Dec 2016 08:22
North Korea's tech ambition has recently been exposed after its Android tablet got leaked by researchers for the Chaos Communication Congress last Dec. 27. The secretive state has stripped the device with connectivity mo...
Facebook will set off fireworks on your feed for NYE
Engadget - 31 Dec 2016 07:00
This December 31st and January 1st, you can set off animated fireworks on your Facebook News Feed to welcome 2017. Simply click or tap a trigger phrase, such "Happy New Year" (of course), on your friends' or even your ow...
Iridium Satellites Fueled and Tucked In For SpaceX Falcon 9 'Return to Flight' Blastoff
Universe Today - 31 Dec 2016 05:27
Technicians have fueled, stacked and tucked the first ten advanced IridiumNEXT mobile voice and data relay satellites inside the nose cone of a Falcon 9 rocket designated as SpaceX's 'Return to Flight' launcher - potenti...
Millions of new drones likely unregistered
CBSNews - 31 Dec 2016 04:40
More than 615,000 are registered, but the FAA expects as many 2.5 million drones to be sold this year alone