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New COVID-19 tech offers a low cost, efficient diagnosis

As the pandemic continues, scientists and researchers all over the world have been working tirelessly to innovate and find solutions that will mitigate the spread of the pandemic. Recent COVID-19 tech that helps analyze and extract genetic material has displayed promising potential for accurate, cheaper mobile testing, including airports and remote testing centers. Professor Jimmy […]

5G - infinite possibilities and cybersecurity concerns

Articles, videos, podcasts, infographics forecast massive transformation brought about by the rollout of 5G. While there is no doubt that the fifth-generation mobile network will bring about infinite possibilities in every sector and industry, we need to stay grounded on what’s happening in the shadows of such a colossal launch: cybersecurity. The future of wireless […]

Norway points finger at Russia for parliament cyberattack

Norway’s government has accused Russia of being responsible for the cyberattack targeting its parliament that occurred in late August, according to a statement by the Scandinavian country’s government.  “This is a serious incident affecting the country’s most important democratic institution; thus based on the information available to the government it is our assessment that Russia […]

4 Coronavirus-fighting technologies being pushed today

Governments, people and enterprises are constantly seeking new ways to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus. In recent months, investments in Coronavirus-fighting technologies have skyrocketed, and so has their profitability as both public and private sectors show keen interest in using tech solutions. Of course, technological advancement doesn’t just come out of nowhere – […]

Apple unveils new iPhones for faster 5G wireless networks

Apple unveiled four new iPhones equipped with technology for use with faster new 5G wireless networks, hoping that demand for higher data speeds will spark demand for new phones. That might not happen as quickly as Apple would like. In a virtual presentation Tuesday, the company announced four 5G-enabled versions of the new iPhone 12 […]

We should be more realistic about 5G

There lies an unprecedented level of excitement shared by many far and wide, across almost all industries worldwide, as the world holds its breath awaiting the rollout of fifth-generation mobile networks. And rightfully so, since 5G will trigger a massive technological revolution on humanity which will affect every aspect of day-to-day life, as well as […]

After a rough start, how is Italy handling the coronavirus?

At the start of the outbreak, Italy was hit by a terrifying wave of infections. It was the first country to implement emergency lockdowns, and the first to look like it was losing the battle against the virus. Hospital capacity shrunk as cases increased, whilst the death toll surged. Today however, Italy is handling the […]

Microsoft attempts takedown of global criminal botnet

Microsoft announced legal action Monday seeking to disrupt a major cybercrime digital network that uses more than 1 million zombie computers to loot bank accounts and spread ransomware, which experts consider a major threat to the U.S. presidential election. The operation to knock offline command-and-control servers for a global botnet that uses an infrastructure known […]

Mobile operators will witness improved revenues

This year has been tough for telcos and mobile operators due to the rapid spread of the Covid-19 pandemic.  The global market decline in revenues from roaming, advertising, and equipment sales contributed to a 5.4 percent YoY reduction, bringing overall market revenue to $427B in 2Q20, according to a report by Research and Markets.  Telco […]