2022 Tech That Pose a Risk to Your App
With nearly every aspect of our daily lives having something to do with technology, it stands to reason that society is largely trusting of its tech. However, this isn’t exactly true. In fact, the exact opposite is more likely, with a recent study concluding that approximately 86% of individuals no longer trust Big Tech companies. […]
A look at IoT’s Starring Role in the Entertainment Industry
The media and entertainment industry have relied on technology since the inception of the camera. Today, the Internet of Things (IoT) applications are being used in the industry to connect devices, collect more data, and create a more holistic experience for everyone involved in the making of a film, documentary, or even just a short […]
Tech Is Not Only Surviving — It’s Thriving in the Coronavirus Crisis
Although the world is freaking out over the coronavirus, self-quarantining, and the effects of the virus on the global economy, there are some businesses that are poised to come out of the dust stronger than ever. San Francisco and Seattle tech giants, like Apple, Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft, are doing particularly well during this […]
The Current State of IoT Security: How We Got Here and What’s at Risk
What’s in store for the future of the Internet of Things (IoT)? Once reserved for industrial applications and smart security systems, IoT development has become ubiquitous today. For example, you can now walk into numerous retail outlets and purchase a toaster with Wi-Fi connection capability. But as IoT expands to include almost every type of […]
What Does the Near Future Hold for the Internet of Things? (Part 2)
Each year, semiconductor and software company Arm hosts the Arm TechCon, a comprehensive event that covers the latest and greatest trends in technology. Held about an hour out from the San Francisco Bay Area, this year’s event was largely dominated by the Internet of Things (IoT). We’ve put together a special two-part series to encapsulate […]
Healthcare Cybersecurity 101: Tips to Improve Your Data Protection
Healthcare produces tons of private patient data that needs encryption, secure storage, and other ongoing cybersecurity measures to ensure it’s properly protected. And these means of security must cover a variety of attacks that can come in all shapes and sizes. A data breach in a medical setting could be as big as a hack […]
(Lack Of) IoT Security Is Becoming a Big Problem — but Who’s Responsible for Fixing It?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is ushering in a new era in which man and machine will be more connected than ever before. People are increasingly investing in IoT technology of many shapes and sizes: connected lightbulbs, smart assistants, speakers, and even toilets are all now IoT-enabled. But unless IoT security gets better, this revolution […]
Is There a Silver Lining for Enterprise IoT Security?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is doubling its current 23 billion connected devices to 75 billion by 2025. Cybersecurity is already failing to catch up to the current pace of IoT development and innovation, so introducing more devices into enterprise ecosystems seems precarious. Without a strong strategy for deploying new IoT systems with robust security […]
How China Hacked Amazon, Apple, and Many More With a Tiny Chip
China’s garnered plenty of media attention lately, mostly in relation to the controversy surrounding Google’s censored search engine for the country. But now, there’s a new unsettling story to steal the spotlight. It was recently discovered that motherboards shipped from China for use by Apple and Amazon had a tiny microchip on them. This hack […]
California Wants to Stop Hackers from Controlling IoT Gadgets
Democratic California governor Jerry Brown is making history by signing a bill into law that sets cybersecurity standards for Internet-connected devices. This includes all Internet-connected devices: your smart refrigerator, thermostat, car, computer, and everything in between. His signature would make California the first state to pass a law surrounding cybersecurity of the Internet of Things […]