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Google to lengthen SSL encryption keys from August

Google plans to upgrade the security of its SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificates, an important component of secure communications.

By Jeremy Kirk | 24 May, 2013 07:00

Tags: Google, security

Microsoft brushes off claim Xbox Live accounts were compromised

Microsoft brushed off a dubious hacker's claim on Thursday that he stole 47 million account credentials for Microsoft's Xbox Live gaming service.

By Jeremy Kirk | 24 May, 2013 02:32

Tags: Game platforms, Microsoft, security, data breach, games, Xbox, Exploits / vulnerabilities, data protection

Could the Bitcoin network be used as an ultrasecure notary service?

Manuel Araoz, a 23-year-old developer in Argentina, has an idea for Bitcoin that doesn't focus on money.

By Jeremy Kirk | 24 May, 2013 01:10

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, security, internet

Messaging application Line flags sensitive phrases in China

A mechanical engineering student in Taiwan has found the messaging application called Line warns and stops users in China from sending certain politically sensitive keywords.

By Jeremy Kirk | 23 May, 2013 03:31

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, instant messaging, NHN Corp.

U.S. power companies under frequent cyberattack

A survey of U.S. utilities shows many are facing frequent cyberattacks that could threaten a highly interdependent power grid supplying more than 300 million people, according to a congressional report.

By Jeremy Kirk | 22 May, 2013 01:33

Tags: intrusion, Government use of IT, regulation, security, government, Exploits / vulnerabilities, U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee

Canadian regulator takes lighter view of Bitcoin

It appears Canada's anti-money laundering regulator will leave Bitcoin exchanges in the country alone for now.

By Jeremy Kirk | 21 May, 2013 08:43

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, LibertyBit, internet

Google Checkout to shut down in November

Google will retire its Checkout payment processing tool on Nov. 20, and warned retailers they will need to move to a different payment processing platform.

By Jeremy Kirk | 21 May, 2013 03:05

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, Google, e-commerce, internet

After two-year hiatus, EFF accepts bitcoin donations again

The Electronic Frontier Foundation has resumed accepting bitcoins donations, saying some of the legal ambiguity around the virtual currency has disappeared.

By Jeremy Kirk | 20 May, 2013 00:58

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, internet, Electronic Frontier Foundation

In a sea of malware, viruses make a small comeback

The computer virus seems to be making a subtle comeback.

By Jeremy Kirk | 17 May, 2013 04:24

Tags: Microsoft, security, Exploits / vulnerabilities, malware

Megaupload can appeal evidence ruling in NZ Supreme Court

New Zealand's Supreme Court on Thursday granted Megaupload leave to appeal a ruling that denied it access to evidence the U.S. government holds.

By Jeremy Kirk | 16 May, 2013 05:13

Tags: Criminal, megaupload, legal

Mt. Gox accused of violating US money transfer regulations

The seizure of funds of the largest bitcoin exchange, Mt. Gox, was triggered by an alleged failure of the company to comply with U.S. financial regulations, according to a federal court document.

By Jeremy Kirk | 16 May, 2013 02:08

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, Mt. Gox, regulation, Dwolla, government, internet

US federal court order halts Dwolla wire transfers to Mt. Gox

A not-yet-public U.S. federal court order has apparently halted wire transfers between payments startup Dwolla and the largest bitcoin exchange, Mt. Gox.

By Jeremy Kirk | 15 May, 2013 02:51

Tags: Internet-based applications and services, Mt. Gox, Dwolla, internet

It's better to call ahead before sending malware, Symantec finds

Hackers are finding it pays to call ahead before sending malware-laden email.

By Jeremy Kirk | 14 May, 2013 02:44

Tags: symantec, security, Exploits / vulnerabilities, malware

In legal fog, Kim Dotcom removes 3D gun design

Kim Dotcom has ordered the removal from his Mega file-storage service design plans for a controversial one-bullet plastic gun.

By Jeremy Kirk | 13 May, 2013 05:53

Tags: Mega, security, Defense Distributed

Payment card processors hacked in $45 million fraud

A vast debit card fraud scheme that allegedly netted $US45 million has been linked to the hacking of credit card processors in the US and India.

By Jeremy Kirk | 10 May, 2013 02:28

Tags: Criminal, Bank of Muscat, security, data breach, legal, Identity fraud / theft, cybercrime

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