Day: November 5, 2019

Proofpoint Acquires ObserveIT to Bolster DLP Capabilities

The $225 million acquisition will help Proofpoint expand its data loss prevention capabilities with email, CASB, and data at rest. …read more Source:: DarkReading


A Glitch in Robinhood App is Allowing Users To Trade Stocks With Excess Borrowed Funds, Giving Them Access To What Amounts To Free Money

Dubbed the “infinite money cheat code” by users of Reddit’s WallStreetBets forum, the bug is being exploited, according to users on the forum. One trader bragged about a $1 million position funded by a $4,000 deposit. From a report: Robinhood is “aware of the isolated situations and communicating directly with customers,” spokesperson Lavinia Chirico said…


Chevy E-10 showcases an electric hot rod future with Bolt EV tech – Roadshow

Looks like a hot rod, sounds like a hot rod — but the E-10 is a zero-emissions pickup. …read more Source:: CNet


Superconference Interview: Carl Bugeja

It’s an exciting time of year for us, not because Christmas is on the horizon, instead for something far more exciting than that! The Hackaday Superconference is nearly upon us, our yearly gathering of the creme de la creme of the hardware hacking world for a fascinating program of lectures and other events. We can’t…


Wyze adds subscription service for Complete Motion Capture service

For less than $2 a month, Wyze will store full-length video clips in the cloud. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Socket to the energy bill: 5-bed home with stupid amount of power outlets leaves us asking… why?

The BOFH’s secret command centre discovered? Buying a house is a major ordeal. You go from door to door, months zip past and something’s never quite right… then you find it, “the one”. A five-bedroom home in Pinner, Harrow, northwest London.… …read more Source:: TheRegister


Don’t Reboot Your Computer After You’ve Been Infected With Ransomware, Experts Say

Security experts don’t recommend that users reboot their computers after suffering a ransomware infection, as this could help the malware in certain circumstances. From a report: Instead, experts recommend that victims power down the computer, disconnect it from their network, and reach out to a professional IT support firm. Experts are recommending against PC reboots…


Red Dead Redemption 2 is out on PC, but some players can’t launch the game – CNET

It may take some time before you can explore the Old West. …read more Source:: CNet


Perfect potluck products to transport your Thanksgiving food – CNET

These casserole carriers, pie boxes and more ensure you won’t ruin all your hard work (& can bring leftovers home too). …read more Source:: CNet


German Government Expands Subsidies For Electric Cars

The German government and car industry have agreed to increase joint subsidies for the purchase of electric cars on the same day automobile giant Volkswagen began production of a new all-electric vehicle. From a report: The agreement between the government and the automobile industry was reached following a Monday evening “car summit” aimed at fostering…