Steven Poland arrests four in global DDoS-for-hire takedown Polish authorities have arrested four individuals suspected of operating illegal DDoS-for-hire services that enabled users to launch cyberattacks globally. These services targeted various sectors including educational institutions and gaming services, causing significant disruptions. Source: The Record Key Points Four suspects, aged between 19 and 22, were arrested during … Read more
Human error and power glitches to blame for most outages Summary A recent report from the Uptime Institute reveals that while datacenter outages are becoming less frequent, human error and power glitches are still the main culprits behind many disruptions. The analysis highlights that between 66% and 80% of major outages involve some level of … Read more
Nutanix stops being so opinionated about where data must dwell Nutanix is shaking things up by loosening its grip on data storage preferences, making it possible for customers to utilise more flexible storage solutions and run data services in containers. This move is part of their strategy to embrace a broader, hybrid cloud approach while … Read more
IBM CEO Says AI Has Replaced Hundreds of Workers But Created New Programming, Sales Jobs IBM CEO Arvind Krishna recently revealed that the company has replaced several hundred human resources jobs with AI agents. However, this shift has also led to the creation of new positions in programming and sales. Krishna’s comments reflect a wider … Read more
FTC Bans Hidden Fees For Live Events and Short-Term Rentals The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a new rule that bans hidden fees for live events, hotels, and short-term rentals, set to take effect on May 12, 2025. This initiative aims to promote pricing transparency, addressing long-standing consumer concerns about deceptive practices in … Read more
Medical Device Giant Masimo Says Cyberattack is Limiting Ability to Fill Customer Orders Summary Masimo, a leading medical device manufacturer, is experiencing disruptions in its ability to process and ship orders due to a cyberattack identified on April 27. The firm informed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that several manufacturing facilities are not … Read more
Microsoft Updates the Windows 11 Start Menu Microsoft has officially announced updates to the Windows 11 Start Menu, a move that users have been anticipating. The revamped menu promises a more spacious layout with enhanced customization options and a new view for all apps, making it easier to organise and access applications. One significant addition … Read more
Russians face massive mobile internet restrictions ahead of Victory Day parade Russian authorities are tightening mobile internet access in Moscow and its surrounding areas as the country gears up for its Victory Day celebrations, with security being cited as the main reason for these measures. Summary Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that the mobile internet … Read more
Scientists Identify New Mutation That Enables Three-Hour Sleepers Researchers have pinpointed a mutation in the SIK3 gene that allows certain individuals to thrive on a mere three to six hours of sleep. Published in PNAS, this exciting discovery contributes to the expanding list of genetic variants associated with naturally short sleepers. By testing the mutation … Read more
Poland accuses Russia of ‘unprecedented’ interference ahead of presidential election Poland’s digital affairs minister has raised alarms over alleged Russian interference aimed at destabilising the country’s upcoming presidential election. The minister, Krzysztof Gawkowski, declared that Russia’s efforts are unprecedented as they involve a wave of disinformation and hybrid cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure. Source: The Record … Read more
