The recent software update pushed out by global security software provider CrowdStrike has resulted in a major IT outage affecting computer systems across Australia and overseas. The affected software, CrowdStrike Falcon platform, is widely used by businesses and organizations for security monitoring on desktop computers and notebooks. This failure has caused disruptions for organizations such
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The textile industry has long been recognized as a major polluter, producing a staggering 92 million tons of textile waste globally each year. This alarming statistic has brought increased attention to the environmental impact of our clothing consumption habits. With textile waste ending up in landfills both domestically and internationally, there is a pressing need
Solar energy is a rapidly growing field, with researchers constantly seeking ways to improve the efficiency and stability of solar cells. One of the challenges faced by perovskite solar cells (PSCs) is the issue of reverse bias when a cell is shaded while others are not. This can lead to damage and instability in the
The field of robotics has seen significant advancements in recent years, especially in the area of imitation learning. One of the promising methods to teach robots how to complete everyday tasks is through the use of detailed human demonstrations. These demonstrations are crucial in providing the data necessary to reproduce specific movements using robotic systems.
The University of Western Australia has made a significant breakthrough in space communications with the successful reception of laser signals from a German satellite in low Earth orbit. This achievement marks a major milestone in the field of high-speed space communications and opens up the possibility of a 1,000-fold increase in communication bandwidth between space
In a groundbreaking research endeavor led by Dr. Sung Mook Choi of the Korea Institute of Materials Science, a new one-step electrode fabrication process has been developed for the first time in South Korea. Published in the prestigious journal Applied Energy, this innovative process revolutionizes the production of electrodes, a crucial element of anion exchange
The recent data breach at AT&T, affecting more than 100 million U.S. customers, has brought to light the vulnerability of personal information in the digital age. This breach, caused by a malicious actor gaining unauthorized access to AT&T’s workspace, has compromised communication records spanning several months. This breach follows another incident earlier in the year
Imagine waking up one day to find out that thousands of dollars have been illegally transferred from your credit card account, even after taking all necessary precautions to protect yourself online. This nightmare became a reality for me, a law-school educated journalist specializing in finance reporting. Despite my expertise and knowledge in tech safety, I
SIM-swapping is a serious form of identity theft that has been on the rise in recent years. Unlike traditional hacking, where perpetrators gain access to email or social media accounts, SIM-swapping involves taking control of a victim’s phone number. This means that any calls or texts intended for the victim are redirected to the attacker,
Meta’s decision to lift restrictions on Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts marks a significant shift in their approach towards the former US president. The initial suspension was a result of the violent attack on the US Capitol in 2021 by Trump supporters, which led to a reassessment of Trump’s social media presence. However, the