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They’re coming for your data: What are infostealers and how do I stay safe?
Here’s what to know about malware that raids email accounts, web browsers, crypto wallets, and more – all in a quest for your sensitive data 16 Apr 2025 • , 6 min. read In the world of cybercrime, information is a means to an end. And that end, more often than not, is to make…

Making airfield assessments automatic, remote, and safe
In 2022, Randall Pietersen, a civil engineer in the U.S. Air Force, set out on a training mission to assess damage at an airfield runway, practicing “base recovery” protocol after a simulated attack. For hours, his team walked over the area in chemical protection gear, radioing in geocoordinates as they documented damage and looked for…

Crypto is soaring, but so are threats: Here’s how to keep your wallet safe
Digital Security As detections of cryptostealers surge across Windows, Android and macOS, it’s time for a refresher on how to keep your bitcoin or other crypto safe 09 Jan 2025 • , 5 min. read Bitcoin is on a tear. For the first time in its history, the digital currency surpassed $100,000 in early December,…

Why queer characters often feel ‘too safe’
This is a story about fear and anxiety. It’s also about Taash, the fire-breathing qunari companion in Dragon Age: The Veilguard. When I was playing through the game for my review, they were one of my favorite folks to have along on missions. There are various reasons why and some are just practical: I was…

Are pre-owned smartphones safe? How to choose a second-hand phone and avoid security risks
Mobile Security Buying a pre-owned phone doesn’t have to mean compromising your security – take these steps to enjoy the benefits of cutting-edge technology at a fraction of the cost 09 Dec 2024 • , 5 min. read The modern smartphone has become an indispensable piece of technology. These powerful, pocket-sized computers enable us to…

Can “Safe AI” Companies Survive in an Unrestrained AI Landscape? • AI Blog
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, the landscape is becoming increasingly competitive and ethically fraught. Companies like Anthropic, which have missions centered on developing “safe AI,” face unique challenges in an ecosystem where speed, innovation, and unconstrained power are often prioritized over safety and ethical considerations. In this post, we explore whether such companies…