Computer America

Ben Crossman
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Feb 24, 2022 • 1h 2min

Russia's Hacking Offensive, Chinese Twitter Bots, AirTag Changes w/ Scott Schober

Both Segments: Scott Schober, Author/Cyber Security Expert.Scott N. Schober is the President and CEO of Berkeley Varitronics Systems (BVS), a 48 year old New Jersey-based privately held company and leading provider of advanced, world-class wireless test and security solutions. Schober also invented BVS’s cell phone detection tools, used to enforce a “no cell phone policy” in prisons and secure government facilities. Scott is a highly sought-after subject expert on the topic of cybersecurity.Topics:Inside the Bitcoin Laundering Case That Confounded the Internet – The New York TimesGuarding against possible Russian cyber attacks | PIX11Encore: The Supply Chain Crisis from the Cyber Side Thursday, February 17, 2022Twitter Suspends Hundreds of Bots Posting Chinese Olympic PropagandaThis New Tool Can Retrieve Pixelated Text from Redacted DocumentsMissouri governor’s wild claims about journalist debunked in police report | Ars TechnicaThe IRS will let taxpayers authenticate their identity without using facial recognition | EngadgetApple AirTags gain additional anti-stalking messaging in new iOS 15.4 beta | Engadget2022 USA | RSA ConferenceFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 18, 2022 • 1h 6min

Recent Games & Movies, All With Popzara.com

Computer America Stories 02/18/2022 Apple taps 'Oldboy' director to shoot a martial arts fantasy film on an iPhone 13 Prohttps://www.engadget.com/apple-oldboy-director-martial-arts-fantasy-film-iphone-13-pro-075046803.html Google is bringing Chrome OS to PCs and Macshttps://www.theverge.com/2022/2/15/22934810/google-chrome-os-chromebooks-flex-operating-system-enterprise-schools Peloton owners can now play a video game while they work outhttps://www.engadget.com/peloton-lanebreak-videogame-215537833.html Misc.Evolving Pocket Monsters with Pokémon Legends: Arceushttps://www.popzara.com/podcast/evolving-pocket-monsters-with-pokemon-legends-arceus/ Best/Worst Movies of 2021 IncomingUncharted Movie ArrivesHorizon Forbidden West Arrives
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Feb 18, 2022 • 30min

World's First 8K Laser TV, Card Sized Tracker, Emotional Robotics w/ Ralph Bond

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Feb 17, 2022 • 45min

Clearview AI Sales Pitch, Ericsson Corruption, Mystery Virginia Emu

Computer and Technology NewsTopics:US says Russian state hackers lurked in defense contractor networks for months | Ars TechnicaMultiple Tax Raids At Premises Of Chinese Telecom Major HuaweiTelecoms giant Ericsson may have paid ISIS for access to Iraq | EngadgetEU Data Watchdog Calls for Total Ban of Pegasus SpywareCalifornia’s strict child-data bill would limit Big Tech data collection | Ars TechnicaGoogle moves to make Android apps more private – BBC NewsClearview AI aims to put almost every human in facial recognition database | Ars TechnicaLook: Entire cabin reported stolen in Michigan – UPI.comLook: Mystery emu on the loose in Virginia – UPI.comLook: Exotic coatimundi found wandering loose in North Carolina – UPI.comFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 16, 2022 • 31min

Newegg Apologizes, $2M Ether Bug Bounty, 'BioShock' Movie

Computer and Technology NewsTopics:Newegg Apologizes for Customer Service Failings, Promises Change | Tom’s HardwareHacker could’ve printed unlimited ‘Ether’ but chose $2M bug bounty insteadDemocratic DAO Suffers Coup, New Leader Steals EverythingUkraine’s Military, Banks Suffering DDoS AttacksNetflix is making a ‘BioShock’ movie | EngadgetPaywall-breaking tool 12ft asks users to subscribe to cover costs | Science & Tech News | Sky NewsFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 14, 2022 • 38min

More Snapchat Ads, "Hey, Playstation", EARN IT Act

Computer and Technology News, Valentine’s Day EditionTopics:Bowser sentenced to 40 months for Team Xecuter’s console hacking | Ars TechnicaSnapchat will put ads within stories and share the money with creators – The VergeVR-related claims increased by 31 percent in 2021, says UK insurance firm | EngadgetEARN IT Act gets no changes to encryption language in Senate committeeSony Tests “Hey, PlayStation” Voice Assistant on PS5 – Voicebot.ai74% of ransomware revenue goes to Russia-linked hackers – BBC NewsHMRC seizes NFT for first time in £1.4m fraud case – BBC NewsIdaho Potato Commission releases limited-edition potato perfume – UPI.comMillions will celebrate Valentine’s Day, except in nations where it’s banned or discouraged – UPI.comFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 11, 2022 • 39min

OWC Interview, Founder/CEO Discusses CES 2022 Products

OWC. Larry O’Connor, CEO & Founder.At OWC, we’re committed to constant innovation, exemplary customer service, and American design. For over 30 years our goal has been constant. To create innovative DIY solutions to give you the most from your technology.Beginning with 100% compatible memory upgrades, reliably exceeding Apple’s maximum RAM specs, OWC’s product offering has grown to encompass the entire spectrum of upgrade and expansion possibilities including SSDs, docks, and storage. All with a focus on easy, DIY setup and installation.For more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 11, 2022 • 31min

Mayflower Autonomous Ship, Hidden Figures, Smart Phone Recycling w/ Ralph Bond

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Feb 9, 2022 • 24min

Samsung Galaxy Showcase, Call of Duty Stays Cross Platform, Apple RealityOS

Computer and Technology NewsTopics:Radio station snafu in Seattle bricks some Mazda infotainment systems | Ars TechnicaMicrosoft promises to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation | EngadgetMicrosoft announces open app store rules to prove it’s okay with new laws – The VergeSamsung reveals the Galaxy S22 and S22+: Improved cameras and more durable designs | EngadgetSamsung Galaxy S22 Ultra hands-on: The Galaxy Note reincarnated | EngadgetApple source code references ‘realityOS’ for potential VR/AR headsets | EngadgetFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!
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Feb 9, 2022 • 37min

UK Age Verification for Adult Content, Apple Tap to Pay, Feds Arrest Crypto-Thieves of $3.6B

Computer and Technology NewsTopics:IRS stops requiring selfies after facial recognition system is widely panned | Ars TechnicaUK revives plans to force age verification for adult content | EngadgetTinder will stop charging older users more for premium features | EngadgetApple’s ‘Tap to Pay’ lets iPhones accept contactless payments | EngadgetReport: Apple will introduce new iPhone, iPad on March 8 | Ars TechnicaFeds Arrest Couple Who Allegedly Laundered $1 Billion in Stolen BitcoinsFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!

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