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A famous 10-foot CIA sculpture just changed hands, and the crypto firm that bought its last secret says it hasn't peeked, because the mystery of Kryptos is still the point
After three decades, the final unsolved secret of the CIA's Kryptos sculpture, K4, has been sold for nearly $1 million. Crypto venture capital firm Paradigm now holds the solution and will charge $1 per submission to encourage public attempts at cracking the code, with a K5 mystery still to come.
The misplaced trust in hashing as a privacy safeguard
Hashing personal data for privacy-safe collaboration is increasingly challenged. Recent demonstrations reveal hashed identifiers from predictable sources can be reversed quickly using computation and public information. This indicates hashing does not offer the privacy protection organizations believe, leading to potential re-identification risks.
Yoga corner, swimming pool, and kitchen garden: Inside Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s lavish Hyderabad home
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Hyderabad residence in Jubilee Hills is a serene blend of luxury and comfort, reflecting her elegant and grounded personality. The mansion features a minimalist-boho living room with warm tones, a chic and cozy bedroom, and a functional yet stylish kitchen adorned with earthy hues and indoor plants. Outdoors, a swimming pool, yoga zones, and a vertical kitchen garden highlight her focus on wellness and sustainability.
NYT Connections Answers Hints November 5: Clues and solutions decoded for Wednesday puzzle #878
NYT Connections has become a daily ritual for many because it combines vocabulary, general knowledge, and lateral thinking in a compact, social format. Like Wordle, it stimulates conversation; players commonly share their coloured grids on social platforms, compare strategies, and debate ambiguous groupings.
Britain sets first codes of practice for tech firms in online safety regime
Media regulator Ofcom said that according to the new code, reporting and complaint functions must be more accessible and user-friendly. High-risk providers will be mandated to employ automated tools, such as hash-matching and URL detection, to identify child sexual abuse material.
ET Explainer: how a CrowdStrike update knocked the world offline
After a CrowdStrike update caused errors in Microsoft Windows, affecting 8.5 million devices worldwide, both companies explained the July 19 incident. CrowdStrike's update led to a logic error in Windows, causing devices to display the blue screen of death. The update aimed to protect Windows devices but had unintended consequences.
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Supreme Court dismisses PIL seeking independent audit of source code of EVMs
SC on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking an audit of the software used in electronic voting machines (EVMs) used by the Election Commission. A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said no actionable material that the poll panel "acted in breach of constitutional mandate" in holding polls has been placed before it.
Best sneakers for women under 5000, offering unmatched comfort and elevated style
Discover the perfect blend of style and comfort with our handpicked collection of the best sneakers for women under 5000. Elevate your footwear game with trendy designs and premium materials, ensuring each step is a confident stride. Whether you're embracing an active lifestyle or simply seeking everyday elegance, these sneakers offer the ultimate fusion of fashion and functionality. Upgrade your shoe wardrobe today and experience unmatched comfort and style like never before with the best women’s sneakers.
Have burgers & chips for lunch? Eating junk food can worsen your asthma that afternoon
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables can help control asthma symptoms, according to research. The Mediterranean diet, with its high levels of fruit, vegetables, oily fish and omega-3 fatty acids, is specifically linked with less wheezing in children and is also important for adults with asthma.
Demystifying the link between VDAs and blockchains
The true value of virtual digital assets (VDAs) lies in their fundamental role in the functioning of public blockchains, as they create incentives for nodes and other network participants to engage with the blockchain. Factors that determine the underlying value of VDAs include their core characteristics, demand, supply, network effects, and utility. Scarcity, fungibility, durability, portability, security, decentralization, and programmability are essential features that determine the value of a VDA. Additionally, the more developed the use cases and network effects of a particular blockchain, the more valuable its native token will be, prompting participants to bolster the robustness and value proposition of the blockchain.
Byju’s to sack up to 2,500 employees in 'rationalisation' bid
A host of well-funded startups including Meesho, Cars24, and Unacademy have trimmed workforce to save capital and extend their runways amid a global slowdown and increasing pressure from investors.
Neo-banking crypto startup Juno raises $18 million in funding led by ParaFi Capital
According to the company, it will be using the funds to beef up its US team across functions of compliance, regulation and marketing; launch and scale its loyalty programme as well as expand its product portfolio across bill payments, tokenised rewards among other forays.
White House publishes crypto regulations for first time. Here are the details
The publication of the first-ever cryptocurrency rules has been carried out, all thanks to the White House, and the general regulation document bears the suggestions of various government departments.
Assange set to make submissions to UK minister after losing Supreme Court appeal
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, wanted in the US over the alleged leak of classified documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, is expected to make submissions to UK Home Secretary Priti Patel after he lost an appeal against his extradition in the UK Supreme Court.
Intent of message traceability under IT rules not to weaken encryption of platforms, says government
Facebook-owned WhatsApp had then approached the Delhi High Court challenging the new IT rules for social media intermediaries that require the messaging app to make provisions to identify the first originator of information.
Britney Spears's lawyer says singer afraid of her father, won't resume musical career till he has power over her
James Spears's attorney defended what she said was his perfect record in his run as her conservator.
View: The wrong way to fight fake news ahead of elections
Countries aren’t going to be able to resist manipulation, however, if they undermine the very rights that make them strongest.
Data Protection Bill: Is Blockchain in sync with the rules proposed by the Srikrishna committee
Today, blockchain technology, with its wide applications and inherent traits of immutability and hack-resistance, is an obvious choice for record-keeping in a secure, transparent and traceable manner.
How blockchain technology is changing the security landscape in the banking sector
Quite interestingly, the merits of blockchain technology are not limited to securing digital transactions alone.
How blockchain technology is changing the security landscape in the banking sector
The technology behind blockchain addresses multiple challenges associated with digital transactions, such as double spending and currency reproduction.
Quantum communication devices bring 'complete privacy' dilemma to fore
Moscow, July 16 (IANS) Quantum communication devices being explored by Indian firm Srei Infrastructure Finance to protect information against the upcoming threat posed by development of quantum computing also present major philosophical dilemmas arising in a future scenario of complete privacy, an expert here has emphasised.
Indian firm explores secure quantum communications from Russia
Moscow, July 13 (IANS) Kolkata-based Srei Infrastructure Finance is currently exploring acquisition of Russian technology emerging from research at the frontiers of science and which will shape the future of computing and cyber security.
Why is blockchain so exciting? Find out
A washing machine that detects low detergent and automatically contacts the supplier to place an order is in fact running on Blockchain technology.
Internet ban lifted in Jammu & Kashmir after three days
Former chief minister Omar Abdullah was one of the first online protestors, lashing at the PDP-BJP government in the state for imposing the internet curfew.
Make in India: Narendra Modi promises change in law to boost manufacturing
PM Modi lamented that despite our prowess in the IT sector, we have not been able to create a 'Google' and our talents have gone abroad.
Now, 'inkblot' passwords for unbreakable security
Scientists, including one of India-origin, claim to have developed a new 'inkblot' password system.
Mobiles may be vulnerable to spying due to outdated tech
Millions of mobile phones may be vulnerable to spying due to the use of an outdated 1970-era cryptography technique, according to a new research.
Nilekani panel moots private IT back offices for government
Nilekani-headed technology advisory group has recommended formation of private bodies run by professionals to act as IT back offices of government.
Govt may pitch SC-monitored CBI probe into 2G scam
With the opposition refusing to call off its agitation for a JPC probe into the 2G spectrum scam, Congress leadership was busy trying to hash out ways to stave off the pressure.
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