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36 states are using this hacking detection sensor to protect the midterm elections

Albert sensors can detect hacking attempts and alert the government agencies quickly.

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<p>Chinese hackers targeted Alaskan agencies at the height of trade negotiations, researchers said.</p>

Chinese hackers targeted US agencies during trade talks

Researchers found Chinese hackers trying to access multiple agencies in Alaska.

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Obama campaign used security keys during both elections to prevent hacks

It’s a key reason why those elections had less trouble with cybersecurity.

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I think it's safe to say McAfee's 'unhackable' crypto-wallet has been hacked

Analysis: Until someone claims the Bitfi bounty, we won't know for sure.

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<p>Two Hamilton County women have sued Uber for negligence after the company failed to fire a driver accused of committing sexual assault.</p>

Lawsuit: Uber didn't fire a driver accused of assault -- and he did it again

Two Tennessee women say Uber failed to protect them.

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Defcon hacking challenge swings a sledgehammer at unlucky computers

Whatever you do, don't roll a 4.

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<p>Uber has found its new chief security officer.</p>

Uber hires former NSA counsel Matt Olsen as chief security officer

The appointment comes in the aftermath of a 2016 hack.

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Your smart air conditioner could help bring down the power grid

Hacked appliances could overwhelm the grid, researchers say.

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<p>A large number of Instagram users are reportedly being hacked in similar ways.</p>

Instagram users' accounts reportedly being hijacked in spreading hack

People are being logged out and their personal details are being changed, says a report.

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I got beaten up at Black Hat in the name of cybersecurity

For two hours, I endured chokeholds and getting rolled by cybersecurity experts in Las Vegas.

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Why you need a better handle on the WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram apps

You might not really understand how encrypted messaging works, and you're not alone.

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Facebook, Google, WhatsApp in the firing line as Australia reveals encryption laws

The new laws would require tech giants to assist law enforcement in accessing encrypted communications. But the government insists it's not a backdoor.

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