Author: Modernizing Tech
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Preparing for a Quantum Future to Safeguard Digital Security
Encryption is at the heart of our digital security, protecting everything from online banking to private communications. The cryptographic methods we rely on today, such as RSA encryption, are built on mathematical problems so complex that even the most powerful computers can’t crack them. However, quantum computing—an emerging technology with the potential to revolutionize computing—could…
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Microsoft Breaks Down Lumma Stealer Malware Network
A significant cybersecurity operation has led to the dismantling of Lumma Stealer, a widely used infostealer malware. Coordinated by Microsoft alongside global law enforcement, the takedown targeted key elements of Lumma’s infrastructure, including its command-and-control servers, malicious domains, and online marketplaces where the malware was distributed. Active since 2022, Lumma Stealer was primarily spread through…
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The World’s Tallest 3D-Printed Building Revealed in Switzerland
The Tor Alva tower, also known as The White Tower, has recently been completed in the alpine village of Mulegns, Switzerland. At a height of 30 meters (or about 10 stories), it is officially titled the world’s tallest 3D-printed building. Combining cutting-edge digital fabrication and sustainable construction techniques, this innovative structure marks a significant milestone…
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New TikTok Scam Lures Users with Pirated Apps, Delivers Stealthy Info-Stealers Instead
A new malicious campaign, uncovered by reasearchers at Trend Micro, is spreaking through TikTok, featuring videos that promise free software but actually lead users to download dangerous malware. This tactic shows how attackers are exploiting popular social media platforms like TikTok to deceive users. Hackers are posting TikTok videos that claim to show viewers how…
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Clean Your PC from Unwanted Programs & Adware with Malwarebytes AdwCleaner
If your computer is running slower than usual, strange pop-ups keep appearing, or your browser homepage has mysteriously changed, it’s likely that adware or unwanted programs are the culprits. These types of software can be incredibly persistent, hard to detect, and even harder to remove without the right tools. Malwarebytes AdwCleaner is a lightweight, powerful…
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How to Mute or Control Volume for Specific Apps/Programs: Windows & macOS
Adjusting the volume for just one app while leaving the rest of the system’s audio unaffected can be a challenge, but it’s a common need. When multi-tasking, you can lower the volume of one app (say, a game or video) while keeping the sound from another (like a music player or video call) at a…
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Microsoft’s Aurora AI is Redefining Weather and Environmental Forecasting
As climate extremes become more common — from typhoons and heatwaves to dust storms and rising seas — the tools we use to understand and prepare for these events are evolving fast. The latest innovation from Microsoft Research is a new AI model called Aurora, setting a new bar for how we forecast not just…
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