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New Ransomware Attacks are Getting More Personal as Hackers ‘Apply Psychological Pressure”
Image: rthanuthattaphong/Envato Elements Experts warn that desperate ransomware attackers are shifting focus from businesses to individuals, applying “psychological pressure” with personal threats that bring digital extortion into the physical world. In one stunning recent example, Guy Segal and Moty Cristal from ransomware negotiator and incident response firm Sygnia said a threat actor personally called an executive’s mobile phone and referenced…
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Cybersecurity teams face unparalleled pressure, but they’re stepping up to the plate
While cybersecurity teams are contending with rising workloads and chronic staffing issues, new research shows practitioners are still charging ahead and meeting targets. In a new study from Tines and IDC, 88% of InfoSec leaders said their teams are exceeding targets, and a key factor here lies in the adoption of new AI tools and automation. The study found that…
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Pressure rises to bolster data center energy efficiency as IT leaders worry demand is pushing the grid to breaking point
IT leaders are increasingly concerned about both data center energy efficiency and supply, with the rapid expansion of AI putting strain on national infrastructure. Research from Cadence found that three-quarters of data centers face increased pressure from AI-driven demands. As a result, seven-in-ten IT decision makers warn that the national grid is being pushed to breaking point. “AI is driving…
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Pressure Mounts for Apple as Brazilian Court Demands iOS Sideloading
A Brazilian court has dealt a major blow to Apple’s tightly controlled ecosystem, ordering the tech giant to allow sideloading on iOS within 90 days. The ruling follows similar mandates in the EU, signaling a global push for more open digital marketplaces. With Apple commanding nearly 60% of the U.S. mobile market and over 62% in Japan, the decision could…
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The Right Way to Use a Blood Pressure Monitor
A 2010 systematic review from the independent Cochrane Collaboration found that self-monitoring led to lower systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom) numbers in people with high blood pressure. Your doctor may also recommend a home monitor to help diagnose hypertension in the first place because some people’s levels in the doctor’s office are different from those in everyday life. For example,…
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Best Electric and Battery-Powered Pressure Washers of 2025
Power: We assess how much pressure each model can produce in pounds per square inch (psi). Those with a higher psi earn a higher score. We then time how long it takes for each pressure washer to strip paint from painted plastic panels. Models with a higher pressure output tend to perform better on this test. Noise: Even though electric…
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Apple Shareholders Reject Anti-DEI Proposal, But Legal Pressure May Force Changes
Apple’s shareholders rejected a proposal to dismantle the company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion program at their annual meeting on Tuesday. Minutes later, CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that Apple may still be forced to adjust its DEI policies in response to shifting legal and political pressures. The rejection comes amid a growing wave of legal challenges and executive orders targeting corporate…
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Should You Lower Tire Pressure to Gain Traction in Snow?
When it comes to winter driving, most people know the importance of having good tires to provide a sure-footed grip for ice and snow. But a question that often comes up in the winter months is whether lowering the tire pressure can give you even better traction in the snow. Off-roaders and beachgoers sometimes reduce inflation pressure to increase the…
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Why Tires Lose Pressure and Appear to Go Flat in Cold Weather
A tire pressure warning light on a chilly morning doesn’t necessarily indicate a puncture, just that your tires are running low pressure and that you need to top them off as soon as possible. Colder temperatures will cause tire pressure to drop about 1 pound per square inch for every 10° F drop in air temperature. If you don’t fill up at…
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Best Home Blood Pressure Monitors of 2024
CR tests blood pressure monitors on real people, and we compare the results with those of a mercury sphygmomanometer, the device considered the gold standard in BP testing. Accuracy makes up the bulk of the score for each monitor, but we also evaluate ease of use and comfort. After all, “you aren’t going to want to use the product if…
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