Walk this way: how you roll could become how you log in
Combining biometrics and wearable technologies opens up new possibilities for future multi-factor authentication systems Continue reading Walk this way: how you roll could become how you log in
Author Archives: Alison Booth
Minority Report in Chicago as police aim to stop crime before it happens
As gun crime in Chicago reaches record levels, police claim that it’s having an impact on crime prevention, but civil rights campaigners are less convinced Continue reading Minority Report in Chicago as police aim to stop crime before it happens
Concern mounts at Indian ID scheme as portals ‘leak’ 100m people’s details
India’s controversial Aadhaar biometrics ID card scheme is increasingly needed for everything from travel to banking, yet worries are growing about the security of the data held on citizens Continue reading Concern mounts at Indian ID scheme as portals ‘leak’ 100m people’s details
How much are you giving away to fraudsters on Facebook?
It takes only three pieces of personal information to steal your identity – here’s our guide to protecting yourself on Facebook Continue reading How much are you giving away to fraudsters on Facebook?
How much are you giving away to fraudsters on Facebook?
It takes only three pieces of personal information to steal your identity – here’s our guide to protecting yourself on Facebook Continue reading How much are you giving away to fraudsters on Facebook?
Google joins the efforts to halt the spread of fake news
Tech giants’ efforts to identify dubious stories are helpful, but the onus still lies with users Continue reading Google joins the efforts to halt the spread of fake news
Researchers to study perceived link between cybercrime and autism
While many have already drawn their conclusions on the link between autism and cybercrime, this study aims to establish whether it’s real and to understand the pathways into offending Continue reading Researchers to study perceived link between cybercrime and autism
Got a drone? Check local regulations before you fly it
Flying a drone in the US means navigating a jumble of state and national rules – and risking fines that can range from $50 to $10,000 if you get it wrong Continue reading Got a drone? Check local regulations before you fly it
India extends ‘Orwellian’ ID card scheme as critics warn of risks
‘Voluntary’ ID scheme soon to be mandatory for a huge range of everyday activities, from buying a train ticket online to getting a new Sim card Continue reading India extends ‘Orwellian’ ID card scheme as critics warn of risks
Rise of the Twitterbots increases pressure on Twitter chief Dorsey
‘Up to 15%’ of Twitter accounts are bots posting spam, propaganda and fake news and driving away advertisers and investors – but social media firms are fighting back Continue reading Rise of the Twitterbots increases pressure on Twitter chief Dorsey