Month: September 2024
Kaspersky security tools hijacked to disable online protection systems
The infamous RansomHub ransomware group has been spotted abusing a legitimate Kaspersky tool to disable endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools and then deploy stage-two malware on infected systems without being seen. Cybersecurity researchers Malwarebytes, who recently spotted the activity in the wild, noted once RansomHub compromises an endpoint and…
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What’s the real difference between the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro anyway?
After various rumors and leaks, the PlayStation 5 Pro is finally official — complete with a new GPU, $700 price point, and no built-in disc drive. But is that pretty much it? What makes this new console 40 percent more expensive than the existing PS5 you can buy today for…
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Solar panel manufacturing shines in the US — but installations are falling
The US has quadrupled its capacity for manufacturing solar panels in just a couple of years since passing the biggest federal spending package yet on climate and clean energy. Domestic solar module manufacturing capacity grew to 31.3 gigawatts in the second quarter of 2024, according to a report published this…
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Bluesky lets you post videos now
Bluesky, the decentralized X alternative, now supports video. The platform announced on Wednesday that you can share videos up to 60 seconds long on its desktop site and mobile app. The videos will autoplay by default, but Bluesky says you can turn this feature off in the settings menu. You…
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Micro nuclear reactors could cost as little as $20 million and launch by 2031 — but will it be enough for data center operators and the AI industry
As AI continues to drive exponential growth in data centers, securing adequate power supplies has become a critical challenge. Chatting with HPCwire, James Walker, CEO of Nano Nuclear Energy, outlined how micro nuclear reactors could offer a viable solution. These small, portable reactors are designed to provide clean, safe, and…
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Adobe previews AI video tools that arrive later this year
On Wednesday, Adobe unveiled Firefly AI video generation tools that will arrive in beta later this year. Like many things related to AI, the examples are equal parts mesmerizing and terrifying as the company slowly integrates tools built to automate much of the creative work its prized user base is…
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