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fromFuturism
2 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.
#art-theft
France news
fromAxios
20 hours ago

Priceless items are easy to steal. They're increasingly harder to sell.

Thieves stole three valuable paintings from a small Italian museum in a quick smash-and-grab operation.
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
France news
fromAxios
20 hours ago

Priceless items are easy to steal. They're increasingly harder to sell.

Thieves stole three valuable paintings from a small Italian museum in a quick smash-and-grab operation.
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

More ABC7 viewers share issues with rising mail theft in San Jose communities

Mail theft in San Jose is escalating, with residents experiencing repeated incidents and significant financial losses.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Moment brazen thieves calmly go through pub-goers' bags during 15,000 crime spree

Two thieves were jailed for stealing laptops from pub-goers in London's Square Mile, showcasing their audacity and professionalism in committing theft.
#access-control
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago
Business intelligence

Beyond Locking Doors

Access control systems provide valuable data that enhances operational efficiency and decision-making beyond just security.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago
Information security

Why it's Time to Move on From Legacy Access Control Systems

Upgrade to open, flexible access control to address mobile work patterns, mitigate legacy cybersecurity risks, and streamline access management.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
fromMashable
3 days ago

KitKat heist update: This tracker lets you check if a KitKat was stolen

On Wednesday morning, KitKat announced that customers could use a special online tracking tool to figure out if their purchased confectionery goods were part of the massive 12-ton KitKat heist that's gotten the internet's attention over the past few days.
Games
US news
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Driver carjacked at gunpoint in East Village: NYPD

The four unknown individuals asked to be driven to a location but the driver denied the request. It was allegedly at this point that one of the individuals in the group showed a firearm, forced the driver out of the car and the group stole it.
Upper West Side
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Less than one per cent of phone theft cases lead to a criminal charge, figures show

Fewer than 1% of mobile phone thefts lead to charges, with 95% of cases closed by the Met Police without identifying a suspect.
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

The first Apple Home Key-ready smart lock with UWB is cheaper during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Aqara's U400 smart lock offers hands-free unlocking for iPhone users and is currently discounted to $229.49 during the Big Spring Sale.
#smart-lock
Wearables
fromgizmodo.com
6 days ago

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

The Aqara Smart Lock U400 offers hands-free unlocking using ultra wideband technology and supports multiple smart home ecosystems.
Wearables
fromgizmodo.com
6 days ago

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

The Aqara Smart Lock U400 offers hands-free unlocking using ultra wideband technology and supports multiple smart home ecosystems.
#travel-safety
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

I didn't think it would work, but this anti-theft tech bag actually stopped a pickpocket

E-Commerce
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

I've Solo Traveled for 20 Years, and These Are the 15 Safety Essentials I've Brought to 70 Countries-From $11

Traveling solo requires vigilance and the right safety gear to reduce the risk of theft and personal harm.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Are the First Places Thieves Look for Valuables in a Hotel-and Where to Store Them Instead

Experienced thieves target predictable hiding spots like hotel bathroom drawers and suitcase pockets; travelers should use alternative storage methods to protect valuables during vacations.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

I didn't think it would work, but this anti-theft tech bag actually stopped a pickpocket

Austin
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Roving security team to tackle surge in antisocial behaviour in Dublin parks

A new Mobile Security Crew will patrol city parks to deter antisocial behavior during a six-month trial period.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
1 week ago

5 telltale signs that your phone has been compromised (and how to combat them)

Phone hacking can be detected through signs like battery drain, slow performance, unfamiliar logins, and reduced storage space.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
#phishing
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

Tycoon 2FA Fully Operational Despite Law Enforcement Takedown

Tycoon 2FA continues to operate despite international takedown efforts, facilitating phishing attacks and compromising accounts without alerts.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Stolen Logins Are Fueling Everything From Ransomware to Nation-State Cyberattacks

Stolen credentials significantly enhance ransomware attacks, enabling illegitimate access and operational disruption within networks.
#airport-security
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

Thieves Always Check These Common Hotel Hiding Spots First-Here, 8 Clever Ways to Protect Your Valuables

Hotel thieves target predictable hiding spots like toiletry kits and dresser drawers, making affordable security lock boxes and disguised containers essential for protecting valuables while traveling.
Information security
fromFortune
5 days ago

Cargo theft costs U.S. trucking $18 million a day and is 'unlike anything our industry has faced before,' logistics exec warns | Fortune

Cargo theft has become a significant threat to the U.S. supply chain, costing the industry billions annually.
fromHudson Valley Post
3 weeks ago

Walgreens Testing a New Way to Fight Retail Theft in New York Stores

Walgreens has launched a new pilot program at select New York locations that will allow some employees to wear body-worn cameras while working in the store. The cameras are voluntary for employees and are intended to help improve safety for both workers and customers. The company believes the presence of body cameras could help prevent tense situations from escalating.
New York City
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The 49 driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams

Rogue locksmiths use bait-and-switch tactics, advertising low prices online then charging 10 times more upon arrival, exploiting vulnerable customers locked out of their homes.
#home-security
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Things to Do Immediately If You Lose Your Only Set of Car Keys - Social Media Explorer

In the age of smart fobs and transponder chips, losing your keys isn't just a minor inconvenience; it can feel like a high-tech lockout from your own life. When the realization settles in, the clock starts ticking. Your first instinct might be to call the dealership, but that often leads to a massive towing bill and a multi-day wait for parts.
Gadgets
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Met chief gives phone firms deadline over thefts

Metropolitan Police commissioner demands phone manufacturers implement anti-theft measures by June 1 or face mandatory legislation requiring devices become unusable when stolen.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Object-Specific Protection: The Non-Negotiable Foundation of Art and Asset Security

Object-specific protection is essential as a primary security layer to prevent art theft, as comprehensive facility-wide systems fail when adversaries physically interact with high-value objects without triggering alarms.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Time to Ditch Your Ring Doorbell? Here Are the Best Privacy-Minded Alternatives

Video doorbell footage poses privacy risks through unauthorized access, government surveillance, and potential misuse for racial profiling, though legal protections exist for refusing police requests without warrants.
Privacy technologies
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Researchers Uncover Method to Track Cars via Tire Sensors

TPMS tire pressure sensors transmit unencrypted unique identifiers allowing low-cost roadside receivers to track vehicle movements and driving patterns.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Surveillance company Flock generates controversy - and a roster of L.A. clients

Dozens of cities have terminated contracts with Flock Safety over concerns that its license plate reader data facilitates Trump's mass deportation efforts, though Los Angeles continues using the surveillance technology.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Protect your family with the best home security devices

Affordable, easy-to-install home security devices are now accessible to most families, including window locks, door reinforcements, and alarms that provide effective protection against intruders and accidents.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Shop staff threatened with acid attacks by thieves

Shop workers in Harold Hill, Romford face acid attack threats, violence, and abuse from thieves, though police initiatives have reduced theft by over 40% since December 2023.
Gadgets
fromInverse
1 month ago

50 Weird but Genius Home Upgrades That Make Your Home Way Safer

Small, unexpected, and affordable home gadgets can prevent hazards, stop break‑ins, reduce slips, and fix problems early, delivering significant peace of mind.
#luggage-theft
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Scanning that QR code can leave you vulnerable. Here's how to protect yourself

QR codes are two-dimensional images with glyphs of various sizes that store not just numbers, but text. When scanned, your phone extracts the encoded information and can act on it. For example, QR codes often embed URLs, allowing you to scan, say, a parking meter to launch a webpage where you can pay online.
Privacy technologies
#vehicle-theft
#smart-home-security
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Your smart home may be at risk - 6 ways experts protect your devices from attacks

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Should you be afraid of smart home hacking? What it is, and how experts prevent it

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Your smart home may be at risk - 6 ways experts protect your devices from attacks

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Should you be afraid of smart home hacking? What it is, and how experts prevent it

Bicycling
fromWIRED
5 years ago

The Best Ebike Locks That We've Trusted With $200,000's Worth of Bikes

High-security, heavy-duty locks tailored to ebikes' thicker frames and unique shapes are essential to deter theft; choose rated, angle-grinder-resistant locks and use them properly.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Armed burglars raid jewellers in daytime break-in

Two masked burglars smashed Gregory & Co jewellers' front window in Richmond with a hammer and stole items while staff attempted to stop them.
#phone-theft
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Airbag Theft Hits Brooklyn, Mamdani Responds

NEW YORK, NY- During the Albany budget hearing, Assemblyman Ranker Chan raised alarms over a series of car break-ins in his district, noting that 30 airbags were stolen overnight across two precincts. Overnight in neighborhoods including Bath Beach, Gravesend, and Bensonhurst, at least 30 cars had airbags stolen, officials said. Airbags, which can cost $1,000 or more to replace at dealerships, are targeted by thieves because they sell for $50-$200 on the black market.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago

Police search for three people tied to iPad robberies across Brooklyn

According to investigators, the robberies happened over several weeks in December and followed a similar pattern. In one of the earliest cases, police say a man walking out of an Apple store on Flatbush Avenue on Dec. 5 had an iPad taken directly from his hand. No injuries were reported. Later in the month, on Dec. 22, police say a woman walking along State Street in Downtown Brooklyn had a bag containing an iPad taken from her. No serious injuries were reported.
US news
#ring
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Hackers Working on Method to Make Ring Cameras Store Footage Locally, Never Giving It to Amazon

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Hackers Working on Method to Make Ring Cameras Store Footage Locally, Never Giving It to Amazon

US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Cybersecurity Expert Tells Fox News Guthrie Suspect Video May Indicate He Was Burglar Not Kidnapper With a Target

Suspect's surveillance behavior, clothing, and actions suggest opportunistic burglary rather than a targeted attack on Nancy Guthrie.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

3 security gadgets I never leave home without (and don't break the bank)

Carry an inexpensive kit of physical security tools, like a USB data blocker, to protect devices from malicious chargers, cables, and data theft while traveling.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

This free feature helps make stolen Bosch e-bikes unsellable

Stolen electric bikes built around Bosch motors will be harder to sell, service, and ride at the end of January. That's when Bosch is rolling a new digital theft feature that lets owners mark the bike as stolen in the Bosch Flow app - no subscription required. Bosch rolled out a similar feature for expensive Bosch batteries last year, but it stupidly required a subscription to Flow Plus.
Gadgets
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

After series of smash-and-grabs, South Bay businesses demand accountability

South Bay leaders demand stricter accountability and full implementation of Prop. 36 to curb a surge of violent retail smash-and-grab crimes.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

How I made my pickpocket-proof tech bag even harder to steal (and a lot easier to recover)

Concealing an AirTag in a discreet, tough matte-black Vault Strap Compact holder improves security by making the tracker hard to spot and difficult to remove.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

In-flight Theft Happens More Than You Think-but These 9 Expert Tips Can Help You Avoid Being a Target

In-flight theft is rising globally, affecting long-haul and short-haul flights and leaving many cases unreported, increasing risk for sleeping or inattentive passengers.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Hidden cameras found casing Bay Area neighborhood, police say

It is believed the camera was used to monitor the occupants of the residence in preparation for a burglary or other criminal activity,
California
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

After I Was Pickpocketed Abroad, I Switched to These Discreet Safety Items to Look Less Like a Tourist, From $10

After my phone was stolen abroad, I realized that staying safe while traveling isn't just about carrying the right items-it's about carrying them in a way that doesn't draw attention. Bulky backpacks, neon accents, and flashy anti-theft gear scream "tourist". Now, I rely on discreet safety tools that blend seamlessly into my outfits: a scarf with a hidden pocket, a low-profile money belt tucked under clothes, and a sleek crossbody bag that looks stylish rather than like a security tool.
Travel
#solo-travel
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
Information security
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Ring can now verify if a video has been altered

Ring has launched a new tool that can tell you if a video clip captured by its camera has been altered or not. The company says that every video downloaded from Ring starting in December 2025 going forward will come with a digital security seal. "Think of it like the tamper-evident seal on a medicine bottle," it explained. Its new tool, called Ring Verify, can tell you if a video has been altered in any way.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving

Working smoke alarms dramatically reduce fire deaths, yet many homes lack functioning devices while modern hazards like e-bike battery fires can outpace current detectors.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Best Floodlight Security Cameras for Your Home

A floodlight security camera is a great way to add light and video surveillance to your property, and they work extremely well for dark areas. They can serve like motion-activated lights when you or your family are taking out the trash, adding safety and convenience to your property. The addition of a security camera enables you to receive alerts about intruders, record video events that you can review later, and drop in and check on the videofeed whenever you like from wherever you are.
Gadgets
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Android phones are getting more anti-theft features | TechCrunch

Android expands theft-protection: toggle for Failed Authentication Lock, longer lockouts, Identity Check covers all biometric apps, optional Remote Lock challenge, defaults enabled in Brazil.
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sure enough, it's gone': Brooklyn venues targeted for mass phone thefts during concerts

Phone thefts at concerts in New York have increased, targeting attendees (especially at metal and EDM shows) because U.S. iPhones fetch high prices abroad.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

What if everything you think you know about passwords is wrong? Here's what really makes a strong password in 2026

Meanwhile, the actual threat landscape evolved in an entirely different direction. Today's attackers aren't sitting at keyboards manually typing password guesses. They're running offline brute force attacks with dedicated GPU rigs that can attempt 100 billion passwords per second against hashing algorithms like MD5 or SHA-1. At that speed, your clever substitution of "@" for "a" buys you microseconds of additional security.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

My travel tech bag just got much harder to steal with these security upgrades

Despite knowing I was headed to Spain for an extended period for well over a year, some of my prep ended up being a bit last-minute. I last-minute decided to take the , and I last-minute decided to attach an AirTag to it using an Elevation Lab Secure AirTag Wire Cable holder . I figured that since the strap was cut-resistant, it would work.
Gadgets
fromSecurityWeek
2 months ago

Access System Flaws Enabled Hackers to Unlock Doors at Major European Firms

Vulnerabilities discovered by researchers in Dormakaba physical access control systems could have allowed hackers to remotely open doors at major organizations. The security holes were discovered by experts at SEC Consult, a cybersecurity consulting firm under Atos-owned Eviden, in Dormakaba's Exos central management software, a hardware access manager, and registration units that enable entry via a keypad, fingerprint reader, or chip card.
Information security
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