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Mar 13, 2025

Crypto-stealing npm packages linked to North Korean hackers, researchers warn

Michael Anthony Bitoon

North Korean hackers have released six fake software packages to steal cryptocurrency from developers. The Lazarus Group created these malicious npm packages, which were downloaded more than 330 times. Their main targets were Solana and

SECURITY

Mar 7, 2025

Eleven11bot botnet launches record-breaking DDoS attack—just how big is it?

Michael Anthony Bitoon

A new botnet called Eleven11bot launched a record 6.5 terabit-per-second DDoS attack in February, but security experts can't agree on its actual size. Nokia's research team first spotted the botnet

SECURITY

Mar 5, 2025

Crypto’s largest theft still trackable: Bybit CEO reports 77% of funds visible

Michael Anthony Bitoon

North Korean hackers who stole $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency exchange Bybit haven't completely covered their tracks. The stolen funds remain 77% traceable on blockchain networks, Bybit CEO Ben Zhou revealed. Zhou's March

SECURITY

Mar 3, 2025

What is a Cold Wallet? A Comprehensive Guide to Crypto Storage

Jonalyn Dionio

Keeping cryptocurrency safe is a top concern for investors. Cold wallets offer a secure way to store digital assets by keeping private keys offline, away from hackers and cyber threats. This storage method helps prevent

SECURITY

Feb 28, 2025

AI and Privacy: Is Your Data Truly Protected?

Jonalyn Dionio

AI is everywhere—smart devices, chatbots, self driving cars, and personalized ads all rely on user data. But how much data is too much? Companies collect and analyze personal details, often without clear consent. With

SECURITY

Feb 24, 2025

Bybit recovers from record hack, handles $6.1B in withdrawals

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit weathered a $6.1 billion withdrawal storm this weekend after replacing $1.5 billion in stolen Ethereum (ETH) from last week's historic hack. CEO Ben Zhou confirmed that Bybit "

SECURITY

Feb 21, 2025

AI Data Breach: Understanding Risks & Prevention

Jonalyn Dionio

AI systems handle sensitive data, such as financial records, medical information, and personal details. When security fails, this data is exposed, leading to fraud, identity theft, and privacy violations. Hackers target weak defenses, misconfigured AI

SECURITY

Feb 21, 2025

China-backed Ghost ransomware hits 70+ countries with same-day attacks

Michael Anthony Bitoon

China-backed hackers have struck organizations in more than 70 countries. The attackers deploy ransomware within hours of gaining access. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-

SECURITY

Feb 20, 2025

VPN Security: Is Using a VPN Really Safe for Your Data?

Jonalyn Dionio

Your VPN connection promises privacy, but is it really secure? Can VPN services fully protect your data, or do some actually expose it? What risks come with free VPN services, and how can you stay

SECURITY

Feb 20, 2025

AI in Cybersecurity: Transforming Digital Security Strategies

Jonalyn Dionio

AI cybersecurity is transforming digital defense. Artificial intelligence helps security teams prevent cyber threats by identifying risks faster and automating responses. AI reduces human workload, improves accuracy, and strengthens security strategies. It is changing how

philippines becomes biometric test market

SECURITY

Feb 18, 2025

Philippines becomes test market for World Network’s biometric identity system

Michael Anthony Bitoon

World Network launched its biometric identity system in the Philippines on February 17, igniting concerns about data privacy as the company begins iris scanning operations in Bulacan province amid rising deepfake fraud. The artificial intelligence (

SECURITY

Feb 18, 2025

Russian hackers hide malware control center in Telegram chat service

Michael Anthony Bitoon

A new malware strain discovered by Netskope Threat Labs uses Telegram's messaging platform to send commands to infected computers. The team's February 14, 2025 report revealed a sophisticated Golang-based malware using Telegram

SECURITY

Feb 17, 2025

AI Attacks: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing Cyber Threats

Jonalyn Dionio

Imagine receiving a message from your CEO, instructing you to transfer company funds—only to realize later that it wasn’t them, but an AI-powered deepfake scam. AI attacks are making cybercrime faster, smarter,

SECURITY

Feb 12, 2025

Stolen OpenAI accounts traced to malware, not security breach

Michael Anthony Bitoon

A hacker's claim of stealing 20 million OpenAI login credentials comes from widespread malware infections rather than a security breach, cybersecurity firm KELA reported on February 10, 2025. The threat actor, known as "emirking,"

SECURITY

Feb 7, 2025

Crypto scammers drain $20 million through hacked Jupiter exchange social media

Michael Anthony Bitoon

A social media breach of Jupiter Exchange's official X account on February 6 resulted in millions of dollars in losses as scammers promoted fake cryptocurrencies to the platform's half-million followers. Hackers gained

SECURITY

Feb 6, 2025

Google lifts AI weapons ban to chase military deals

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Google will now allow its artificial intelligence (AI) to be used for weapons and surveillance. The company dropped the policies it set up in 2018 to prevent AI from military use. The change comes as

SECURITY

Jan 29, 2025

Chinese AI app DeepSeek crippled by cyberattack after taking app store crown

Michael Anthony Bitoon

DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startup, was forced to halt user registrations on January 28, 2025, after suffering a large-scale cyberattack, just as its AI assistant app claimed the top spot on Apple'

SECURITY

Jan 23, 2025

Global DDoS attacks surge 53% as record-breaking 5.6 Tbps attack tests defenses

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Cloudflare blocked the largest distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack ever recorded, peaking at 5.6 terabits per second (Tbps) while reporting a staggering 53% increase in overall DDoS threats during 2024. The assault lasted