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WeLiveScience Left unchecked, AI’s energy and carbon footprint could become a significant concern. Can our AI systems be far less energy-hungry without sacrificing performance? 04 Feb 2025 Artificial intelligence (AI) models require massive computational power, which in turn demands tremendous amounts of energy. In his talk, Roeland Nusselder, a computer scientist and the CEO of Plumerai, explores how the growing scale of AI models, such as those used in machine learning and natural language processing,…

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Business Security You should think twice before trusting your AI assistant, as database poisoning can markedly alter its output – even dangerously so Márk Szabó 30 Jan 2025  •  , 4 min. read Modern technology is far from foolproof – as we can see with, for example, the numerous vulnerabilities that keep cropping up. While designing systems that are secure by design is a tried-and-true best practice, doing so can divert resources from other areas,…

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DeepSeek’s bursting onto the AI scene, apparent shifts in US cybersecurity policies, and a massive student data breach all signal another eventful year in cybersecurity and data privacy 30 Jan 2025 The first month of 2025 was another whirlwind month in cybersecurity, with cyber-landscape shifts, new data breaches, and other key stories and developments you shouldn’t miss. In this edition of the monthly roundup, ESET Chief Security Evangelist Tony Anscombe looks at: the furor over…

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Digital Security As is their wont, cybercriminals waste no time launching attacks that aim to cash in on the frenzy around the latest big thing – plus, what else to know before using DeepSeek 31 Jan 2025  •  , 4 min. read It’s become almost a cliché to say that cybercriminals are remarkably quick to latch onto the latest trends and technologies and exploit them for their own nefarious gains. The buzz around DeepSeek and…

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Deepfake fraud, synthetic identities, and AI-powered scams make identity theft harder to detect and prevent – here’s how to fight back Phil Muncaster 11 Feb 2025  •  , 4 min. read Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming our world in ways both expected and unforeseen. For consumers, the technology means more accurately personalized digital content, better healthcare diagnostics, real-time language translation to help on holiday, and generative AI assistants to enhance productivity at work. But AI…

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Business Security Don’t wait for a costly breach to provide a painful reminder of the importance of timely software patching Phil Muncaster 05 Feb 2025  •  , 5 min. read Vulnerability exploitation has long been a popular tactic for threat actors. But it’s becoming increasingly so – a fact that should alarm every network defender. Observed cases of vulnerability exploitation resulting in data breaches surged three-fold annually in 2023, according to one estimate. And attacks…

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WeLiveScience The atmospheric scientist makes a compelling case for a head-to-heart-to-hands connection as a catalyst for climate action 17 Feb 2025 Most people acknowledge that climate change is real and human-driven, yet many still struggle to see how it directly affects their lives. To bridge this gap, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe introduces a simple but powerful equation: Science + Worry + Action = Hope As one of the world’s most effective climate communicators, Dr. Hayhoe maintains…

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Ever wondered what it’s like to hack for a living – legally? Learn about the art and thrill of ethical hacking and how white-hat hackers help organizations tighten up their security. 12 Feb 2025 What if breaking into computer systems, tricking people into handing over passwords, and even sneaking into buildings was part of your normal daily routine? That is the reality for penetration testers – or, more broadly, ethical hackers – who get paid…

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WeLiveScience As AI advances at a rapid clip, reshaping industries, automating tasks, and redefining what machines can achieve, one question looms large: what remains uniquely human? 10 Feb 2025 In his talk, Neil Lawrence, the Deep Mind Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Cambridge, tackles the aforementioned fundamental question head-on. With a career dedicated to understanding the intersection of technology and human potential, Mr. Lawrence explores how intelligent systems can complement, rather than…

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