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In this episode of Cyber News Weekly podcast, recorded right after the U.S. election night, the hosts discuss cybersecurity and the spread of disinformation during the election campaign. The conversation covers the muted influence of disinformation, bomb threats erroneously attributed to Russia, and the stability brought by a clear election winner. They also debate on Elon Musk's potential government role, the efficacy of disinformation campaigns, and the broader implications for social media platforms like Twitter, now X. The episode closes with reflections on public perception of disinformation's impact and the challenges of covering complex voter motivations in the media.
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In this episode of the CyberNews Weekly Podcast, the hosts discuss the intersection of AI and mental health, sparked by a tragic incident in Florida where a 14-year-old's interactions with a Character AI chatbot allegedly led to his suicide. The conversation covers the potential dangers of chatbots, the vulnerabilities of teenagers on social media, and the broader implications of technology on youth mental health. The discussion also expands to the cultural shift in how young people interact with technology, including the roles of parents, tech companies, and the responsibilities they bear in ensuring the safety and well-being of children. The hosts examine how societal changes, driven by advances in AI and social media, may impact future generations.
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🎙️ In this comprehensive episode of CyberNews, journalist explore the high energy costs of AI technologies like ChatGPT and the tech industry's shift from renewables to nuclear power. They discuss the environmental implications, investments from tech giants, and concepts like micro nuclear reactors from companies like Oklo. Prominent figures, including Eric Schmidt and Sam Altman, propose leveraging AI to combat climate change, despite the energy demands. The hosts also debate the future roles of renewables versus nuclear energy, touching on safety concerns, public perceptions, and the potential of AI in solving related logistical challenges. With real-life stories, industry forecasts, and government policies on the table, this episode dives deep into the future of energy and technology.
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🎙️ In this episode of the Cyber News Weekly Podcast, the hosts delve into the highlights of the Tesla We Robot Event, including the grand unveiling of the CyberCab and Optimus humanoid robot. They analyze Elon Musk's ambitious promises for Tesla and SpaceX, and the mixed reactions from investors, along with South Park's satirical take on tech figures like Sam Altman. The discussion moves to Matt Stone's perspectives on AI's role in South Park, touching on deepfake technology and the controversy it stirs. As the episode progresses, the ongoing debate between Android and iPhone users takes center stage, with hosts sharing personal experiences and insights on brand loyalty, user experience, and privacy concerns, concluding with light-hearted anecdotes.
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🎙️ In this episode of the CyberNews Weekly Podcast, the hosts delve into the challenging cybersecurity job market, highlighting the vast gap between available positions and job seekers struggling to find roles. They also explore concerns regarding the invasive data practices of the newly released Google Pixel 9, which frequently sends data to Google's servers. Additionally, the discussion touches on the Unitree Go2 Robodog, a versatile robotic creation used for various tasks, including security, and the potential military and security applications of robotic dogs.
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🎙️ In this engaging episode, we dive deep into the privacy risks posed by popular education apps like Duolingo and Coursera, exposing how they collect invasive permissions that could compromise user data. We also explore the shocking rise of Hitler glorification on platforms like TikTok and X, as AI auto-translates his speeches, pushing harmful content to millions of viewers. Finally, we examine the recent outages of Verizon and PlayStation, questioning our growing dependence on tech and the panic that follows when these services go down.
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🎙️ In this explosive episode, we uncover the massive data breach at a leading background check company that exposed the personal information of nearly one-third of Americans. Plus, we dive into the bizarre and vague musings of OpenAI’s Sam Altman—can AI really solve all of humanity’s problems, or is it all just a tech visionary’s fantasy? Finally, we take a nostalgic trip back to the 90s with the return of Tamagotchis, now connected to the web.
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🎙️ In this explosive episode, we dive into the shocking incident of pagers detonating across Lebanon, injuring members of Hezbollah. Was it a sophisticated cyber attack or an old-school sabotage? We explore the tech behind the blast and the political implications. Plus, we analyze the dangerous permissions of popular Android apps—how much access is too much? Finally, we uncover a leaked internal document revealing how MrBeast built his YouTube empire and what it takes to be part of his team.
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In the latest episode, we uncover a significant data leak exposing thousands of sensitive documents, debate the value of upgrading to the new iPhone 16, and delve into the intriguing topic of robots lying ethically.
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🎙️ In this episode of Cybernews Weekly podcast, we unveil a substantial data leak impacting millions, discuss the ban of X in Brazil following Elon Musk's conflict with the Brazilian government, and explore a startling discovery about the Google Pixel 9.
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🎙️ In this episode: Pavel Durov’s arrest and its ripple effects on Telegram, the alarming exposure of data in the Al Anon support group, and the bizarre story of a man who faked his death to evade child support.
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🎙️ We discuss the concept of over-employment, particularly in relation to the rise of remote work during the pandemic. They explore how individuals manage multiple full-time jobs, the ethical implications, and the potential benefits.
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🎙️ Welcome back to the Cyber News Weekly podcast! This week, we're diving into Apple's AI missteps, as it prioritizes phishing emails. We'll also explore the wild theory about Taylor Swift being a government asset and how these stories spread. Plus, discover how home insurers use drones to decide your coverage and learn about a Tennessee man using stolen identities to help North Korea.
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Hello all, and welcome back to the Cybernews weekly podcast. This week, we talk about a new leak our security researchers found involving the adult film studio Bang Bros. We weigh in on the Instagram ban in Turkey and the subsequent blocking of 27 VPN providers. Cybernews also took a trip to Sin City, Las Vegas, this week, where we attended the Black Hat conference. We end this podcast with a bang, as one scammer revealed that he exploited users on various social media platforms on the popular podcast ‘No Jumper.' Enjoy!
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We discuss about the Paris Olympics app and how it is eavesdropping on you, a catholic priest who sued Grindr, and the tech industry relationship with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
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We discuss the CrowdStrike update that caused worldwide outages affecting multiple sectors, explore the leaked user data from a fake zLibrary platform, and delve into Elon Musk’s plans for employing humanoid robots in Tesla factories by 2025.
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🎙️ In this episode, we delve into our in-house security team's latest research on the infamous Rabbit R1 AI assistant and its vulnerabilities. We also discuss Elon Musk's intriguing suggestion of building an Iron Man suit following recent assassination attempts. Additionally, we'll reflect on Amazon's journey as it celebrates its 30th anniversary and explore the potential for space colonization by tech moguls like Bezos and Musk.
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In this episode, we delve into the major password leak of 2024, known as RockYou2024, featuring insights from our head of security research. We also explore the intriguing topic of vending machines dispensing bullets, examining the legal and ethical considerations. Finally, we discuss the introduction of polyamory features in The Sims 4, examining their impact on both players and society.
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An exclusive report from Ukraine, deepfakes and their impact on cybersecurity, U.S. presidential debate performances and related conspiracy theories, and Huawei's resilience despite sanctions.
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This week at Cybernews, we’ve been discussing the ins and outs of the Julian Assange saga. He’s free now, and we discuss what this means. Plus, we talk about life-like skin for robots, a weird anti-5G clothing line, and a series of old-school crypto robberies in the US.
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