Category: Blog

  • The Silent Watchers: How Smart TVs Invade Your Privacy Even When You’re Not Watching TV

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    Ng S.T. Chong

    In an era where our devices are increasingly connected, a groundbreaking study has exposed a disturbing reality lurking behind the sleek screens of our smart TVs. Researchers from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, University College London, and the University of California, Davis have uncovered a privacy nightmare far beyond traditional television viewing. The Invisible Surveillance…

  • ChatGPT’s Code Checking: Unmasking the Illusion of AI Reliability

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    Ng S.T. Chong

    The allure of using ChatGPT for both code generation and testing is undeniable. The idea of a multi-agent system where AI can produce code and then verify its own work seems like a dream come true for developers.  As large language models like ChatGPT become integral to software development, a critical question arises: Can AI…

  • Behind the Screens: The Credibility Challenge of Digital Content Creators

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    Ng S.T. Chong

    In an era where social media influencers shape discourse, a UNESCO study, “Behind the Screens,” reveals critical insights into digital content creation landscape, uncovering significant concerns about information accuracy and responsible content creation. The study surveyed 500 content creators from 45 countries and conducted in-depth interviews with 20 creators, all with over 1,000 followers. Digital…

  • Russian Hackers Exploit Weak Wi-Fi Security in Novel “Nearest Neighbor” Attack

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    Ng S.T. Chong

    A recent cyberattack by the notorious Russian hacking group APT28 (Fancy Bear/GruesomeLarch) highlights a concerning trend: evolving tactics that exploit vulnerabilities in corporate Wi-Fi security. This sophisticated operation using a novel technique dubbed the “nearest neighbor attack,” detected on February 4, 2022, demonstrates the need for organizations to strengthen their wireless defenses and consider the…