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The TikTok Ban: What You Should Know
by Nicholas Foisy on December 16, 2024 at 11:47 AM
TikTok is facing an uncertain future in the United States as a nationwide ban looms. With a January 19 deadline set for its removal from app stores unless parent company ByteDance sells its U.S. operations, the situation has sparked heated debates over privacy, national security, and …
Here's Why Your Car Dealership Needs Cybersecurity
by Nicholas Foisy on December 9, 2024 at 2:10 PM
In previous blogs, we’ve explored TISAX and the cybersecurity challenges facing the automotive supply chain. However, there’s another critical area in the automotive sector increasingly targeted by cybercriminals: auto dealerships. As the backbone of vehicle sales and services, dealer …
Season of Giving or Taking? Protect Yourself from Holiday Scams
by Nicholas Foisy on November 25, 2024 at 2:11 PM
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and generosity. Families gather to celebrate, communities embrace the spirit of giving, and stores offer enticing sales to meet the demands of holiday shoppers. Unfortunately, the same excitement and busyness that make the season speci …
Cybersecurity vs Computer Science: Which Degree to Choose?
by Nicholas Foisy on November 15, 2024 at 1:42 PM
Choosing a degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science (CS) can be a challenging decision for many students looking to enter the tech industry. Both fields are booming, offering unique skills and career paths, but their curriculums and applications vary significantly. With the rising …
Tesla Optimus Robots - A New Attack Surface for Hackers?
by Nicholas Foisy on October 22, 2024 at 11:10 AM
Tesla's Optimus robot is an ambitious step towards bringing advanced robotics into everyday life, designed to handle repetitive and physically demanding tasks. While it offers exciting potential, it also raises concerns about safety, privacy, and security. As Tesla moves closer toward …
Does Fitbit App Collect Sensitive Data? Exploring Privacy Questions
by Nicholas Foisy on October 10, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Wearable technology like Fitbit has become a key tool for people looking to monitor and improve their health. However, as these devices collect and store significant amounts of health data, it’s natural for users to have concerns about privacy, security, and how their information is h …