Wionews: Hong Kong firm loses over $25mn after employee’s video call with deepfake ‘chief financial officer’, others
Deepfake technology is becoming ever more sophisticated and convincing.
The Sun: What does the house of the future look like?
Interesting thoughts on what the house of the future will look like.
Axios: The search for quantum algorithms
Quantum computers promise to solve some problems more efficiently than classical computers, but delivering on that promise requires developing new algorithms that take advantage of quantum computers’ unique abilities.
Finextra: US falling behind peers on CBDC progress, warns think tank
This is not surprising given the current political environment in the US at the moment.
Finextra: US Justice Department uncovers $1.89 billion cryptocurrency fraud scheme
One of the biggest cryptocurrency fraud schemes has been uncovered.
The Hacker News: Riding the AI Waves: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence to Combat Cyber Threats
The role of AI has evolved from being purely a defensive mechanism to a double-edged sword, wielded by adversaries as well.
Computer World: Microsoft launches Mesh 3D meetings for Teams
Microsoft’s metaverse for the workplace has officially arrived with the full launch of Mesh virtual meeting spaces today.
ITPro: Smart cities in the UK: Where are they?
A lot of noise has been made about smart cities in the UK.
Fast Company: Scientists just invented an EV battery that can fully charge in 5 minutes
Battery technology with 5 minute full cycle charging is emerging.