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Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A fintech app asked users for their passports - then left 360,000 files unprotected for five years - Silicon Canals

A money transfer app exposed over 360,000 sensitive files on a public server for nearly five years, including unencrypted personal documents.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Why I'm ditching my cheap PC cloning software for this M.2 dock that's highly functional

Icy Box Docking and CloneStation is a versatile tool for accessing and cloning various types of drives without tools.
#digital-nomad
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 days ago
UX design

8 Best Desk Gadgets Every Digital Nomad Quietly Keeps in Their Bag & Finally Deserves a Permanent Home - Yanko Design

Digital nomads curate essential tools that transition from travel to a permanent workspace, enhancing both functionality and personal connection.
fromBGR
1 month ago
Gadgets

5 Cool New Gadgets Every Digital Nomad Should Check Out - BGR

Digital nomads benefit from specific travel tech—like universal adapters and external drives—to maintain productivity worldwide.
#digital-nomadism
fromAol
5 days ago
Digital life

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work

fromIslands
5 days ago
Digital life

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work - Islands

fromAol
5 days ago
Digital life

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work

Digital life
fromAol
5 days ago

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work

Digital nomadism is mainstream, with increasing options for remote work and new gadgets enhancing the experience.
Digital life
fromIslands
5 days ago

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work - Islands

Digital nomadism is mainstream, with increasing options for remote work and essential tech tools for a seamless experience.
Digital life
fromAol
5 days ago

9 High-Tech Items Digital Nomads Should Never Leave Behind When Traveling For Remote Work

Digital nomadism is mainstream, with increasing options for remote work and new gadgets enhancing the experience.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Google Drive Expands AI Ransomware Detection, File Recovery to More Users

Google Drive now features AI-powered ransomware detection and built-in file recovery, significantly improving threat identification and response capabilities.
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

IGEL introduces reference architectures for secure cloud desktops

"For healthcare, government, and contact center environments, reducing risk at the endpoint is essential. By aligning IGEL's immutable endpoint OS and Adaptive Secure Desktop™ with Windows 365 and Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop, these reference architectures give organizations clear guidance for delivering secured and resilient digital workspaces."
DevOps
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Proton adds a secure video conferencing service called Meet to its toolbox

Proton launches Meet, a privacy-focused video-calling service, competing with Microsoft and Google while ensuring user anonymity and security.
#cloud-storage
fromMakeUseOf
6 days ago

The hardware upgrade that changed my workflow wasn't a PC part

Finding the right desk and office chair combo can have lasting effects on the quality of your spinal health, and in my case, landing on just the right pairing has boosted my productivity big time.
Gadgets
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 week ago

This USB-C accessory gave my iPhone and Android an unexpectedly useful superpower

A smartphone-powered insect bite healer uses heat to reduce swelling and is easy to use with a dedicated app.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Hybrid work continues to drive demand for virtual desktop infrastructure

52% of employees with remote-capable jobs work in hybrid arrangements, prompting organizations to rethink cybersecurity strategies.
#cybersecurity
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago
Information security

Dell and HP Roll Out Quantum-Resistant Device Security and AI-Era Cyber Resilience

HP and Dell Technologies announced new security features to enhance hardware protections against physical attacks and quantum-computing threats.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago
Information security

Document Protection: Why Hybrid Storage Is the Future of Security

A hybrid approach combining digital storage for frequently accessed documents and physical storage for sensitive historical information provides optimal security and efficiency.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

Dell and HP Roll Out Quantum-Resistant Device Security and AI-Era Cyber Resilience

HP and Dell Technologies announced new security features to enhance hardware protections against physical attacks and quantum-computing threats.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Document Protection: Why Hybrid Storage Is the Future of Security

A hybrid approach combining digital storage for frequently accessed documents and physical storage for sensitive historical information provides optimal security and efficiency.
#usb-c
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Gadgets

The best $5 I've spent this year is on these breakaway USB-C connectors that overdeliver

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

The $20 magnetic USB-C accessory I can't live without - and why you need one too

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

I recommend these USB-C connectors to anyone with a laptop - here's what they do

Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 week ago

The best $5 I've spent this year is on these breakaway USB-C connectors that overdeliver

A broken USB-C port can be easily replaced with affordable parts and preventive measures like magnetic breakaway connectors.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

The $20 magnetic USB-C accessory I can't live without - and why you need one too

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

I recommend these USB-C connectors to anyone with a laptop - here's what they do

Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

The Game-Changing Tech Saving Companies From Data Disasters

Combining Continuous Data Protection with AI capabilities enables businesses to achieve near-zero Recovery Point Objectives and minimal Recovery Time Objectives, preventing data loss and minimizing downtime.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago

Rubrik adds Google Workspace backup with air-gapped protection

Rubrik launched Data Protection for Google Workspace with air-gapped backups, rapid recovery capabilities, and identity resilience protection across Gmail, Google Drive, and Okta environments.
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago

NetApp launches EF50 and EF80 for AI and HPC workloads

As businesses contend with ever-increasing data volumes and performance-intensive applications such as AI model training, AI inferencing and high-performance computing, they need infrastructure that delivers speed, scalability and efficiency without added complexity.
DevOps
Digital life
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

I Set Up My Own NAS Server, and It Was Surprisingly Easy

Setting up a personal NAS server provides private, automated backups and centralized file storage without relying on third-party cloud services or big tech platforms.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

When protecting your data meant punching a hole in it

The presence of a notch made the floppy write-protected, so you started with a write-enabled floppy, and if you wanted to protect it, you punched a notch at just the right spot.
Typography
Deliverability
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

9 Ways to Split Up Big Documents into Smaller, Shareable Files

Large documents can be efficiently split into smaller, manageable files using online tools and built-in software features without losing formatting or quality.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Why encrypted backups may fail in an AI-driven ransomware era

What if I told you that everything you know and everything you do to ensure quality backups is no longer viable? In fact, what if I told you that in an era of generative AI, when it comes to backups, we're all pretty much screwed?
Miscellaneous
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago

1Password Launches Unified Access Pro for AI Agents

1Password launches Unified Access Pro to manage credentials for people, AI agents, and machine identities with device-level visibility and just-in-time credential delivery.
Science
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Storage for a virtual eternity, but we're not there yet

Microsoft's Project Silica uses femtosecond lasers to store 2TB of data in glass plates, offering a potentially permanent solution to digital preservation compared to fragile magnetic tape storage.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

These Official ChromeOS Flex USB Sticks Can Give Your Old Mac or Windows PC a Second Life

Google and Back Market partner to offer ChromeOS Flex as an affordable alternative to Windows 11, allowing users to extend device lifespans rather than purchasing new hardware.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Satechi's new folding dock adds USB, audio, and video ports to the iPad

Satechi released a redesigned foldable iPad stand with USB-C hub that's more portable, works with multiple devices, and offers expanded connectivity including HDMI, card readers, and 100W power delivery for $79.99.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Your iPhone's USB-C port is surprisingly versatile - 14 features beyond charging

iPhone USB-C ports transform iPhones into versatile hubs for power delivery, peripherals, displays, high-quality audio, fast file transfers, and network connectivity.
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Satechi's OntheGo Foldable Stand Hub Is A Travel-Ready Workspace For Digital Nomads

OntheGo is for the modern creative. We designed it for those who never stop moving - a device that's compact enough to travel, yet powerful enough to replace an entire desk setup. The OntheGo Foldable Stand Hub is suitable for pro use thanks to its 4K HDMI output that supports a refresh rate of 60Hz.
Gadgets
Gadgets
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

Western Digital vs Seagate After the Sell-Off: One Storage Rival Is a Clear Winner

Western Digital offers superior growth potential with 40% year-over-year revenue guidance, while Seagate provides higher dividend income at 0.81% yield, making the choice dependent on whether investors prioritize growth or income.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 month ago

The best way to transfer to a new MacBook is faster (and cheaper) than you'd think

Use a Thunderbolt 4 or 5 cable to transfer large amounts of data between Macs; it is far faster than Wi‑Fi and affordable non‑Apple cables work well.
#portable-ssd
fromKotaku
2 months ago
E-Commerce

While Samsung and Crucial SSDs Hold Steady, Kingston's Portable Drive Hits a New Low - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
E-Commerce

While Samsung and Crucial SSDs Hold Steady, Kingston's Portable Drive Hits a New Low - Kotaku

Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Ugreen is now selling an AI NAS with more RAM than my desktop

Integrated AI tools enable intuitive natural-language file search, on-device chat, automated image categorization, audio transcription, and automatic file organization for instant retrieval.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Best MicroSD Cards I've Tried

For most users, MicroSD cards from reputable brands with U3 or V30 ratings offer the best speed-to-price balance, with exceptions for professional videography and Nintendo Switch 2 gaming.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

SanDisk and Western Digital are the Real AI Kings of 2026

As investors turned their back on software (notably, the seat-based software-as-a-service companies), they're turned towards hardware in a big-time way. You wouldn't know it by looking at those flat shares of Nvidia ( NASDAQ:NVDA), but the iShares Semiconductor ETF ( NASDAQ:SOXX) is up around 13% year to date, with few signs of slowing down. The winners within semis have been broad, but the undisputed kings of the 2026 semiconductor surge belongs to the memory and storage stocks.
Business
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Your TV's USB port is seriously underrated: 5 benefits you're not taking advantage of

Most new TV models come with a pair of USB 2.0 ports, and often a 3.0 port for faster data transfer. Your TV screen is likely bigger than your computer monitor, so why not use it to carousel a gallery of images or play videos? I attended a family gathering recently, and the host used a 65-inch TV to do that very thing. The scanned pictures and videos looked and sounded great -- all accessed by simply plugging in a USB flash drive.
Television
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Password Managers Share a Hidden Weakness

An FBI informant helped run the Incognito dark web market and allegedly approved the sale of fentanyl-laced pills, including those from a dealer linked to a confirmed death, WIRED reported this week. Meanwhile, Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Customs and Border Protection officers sparked a Department of Justice probe. Documents say that CBP officers in the US Virgin Islands were still friendly with Epstein years after his 2008 conviction, illustrating the infamous sex offender's tactics for cultivating allies.
Information security
Tech industry
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

SanDisk says goodbye to WD Blue and Black SSDs, hello to new "Optimus" drives

Western Digital split consumer SSDs into a SanDisk business, rebranding WD Blue/Black SSDs as SanDisk Optimus while retaining model line distinctions and flash types.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

One Cable, Five Ports, 960GB SSD: The CASA Hub S Turns Your iPad or MacBook into a Powerful Desktop - Yanko Design

CASA Hub S integrates NVMe SSD with a USB-C hub, offering high-speed local storage, 4K video output, multiple ports, and power delivery for mobile work.
Digital life
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Your Windows PC has a secretly useful backup tool - here's how to access it

Windows includes a hidden built-in Backup tool that can back up files and system images to discs, drives, or network locations but is deprecated.
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Dell PowerStore 4.3 supports 30TB QLC drives and enhanced cybersecurity

The new version combines lower costs with improved cybersecurity and offers up to 2 petabytes of storage in a 2U rack space. Companies are struggling with explosive data growth, increasing cyber threats, and limited budgets. Dell Technologies is responding to this with PowerStore 4.3, a platform that addresses storage challenges without compromising performance or security. The latest version brings innovations that double storage density and reduce energy costs.
Information security
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

The Windows PC is dying, thanks to cloud-based services and AI

Windows cloud PCs have gone from Microsoft's side project to the centerpiece of its post‑Windows‑10 strategy. But the story in 2026 is less "death of the PC" and more "merger of PC, cloud, and AI under Microsoft's terms." Today, the most interesting question is not whether Windows moves to the cloud, but how much local control users are willing to surrender in exchange for AI‑infused desktops.
Tech industry
Gadgets
fromIT Pro
1 month ago

Synology DiskStation DS725+ review: a near-perfect NAS for startups

Synology DS725+ is a two-bay NAS that supports DX525 expansion, enabling seamless RAID migration for startups to scale storage without major reinvestment.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Microsoft sets Copilot agents loose on your OneDrive files

Microsoft has made OneDrive agents generally available, allowing users to query multiple documents simultaneously through Copilot instead of just one at a time. Users can select up to 20 files and create an agent, saved as a .agent file in OneDrive. Rather than teasing information out of individual documents, Microsoft says users can make cross-document queries, including "What decisions have we made so far?" and "What risks keep coming up?" The agent then generates a response based on the documents' content.
Tech industry
Digital life
fromZDNET
2 months ago

OneDrive Backup just got a massive change for the better - how it works now

Windows 11 25H2 automatically enables OneDrive Backup for Microsoft account sign-ins, moving Documents, Pictures, and Desktop folders into OneDrive cloud storage.
#router-security
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

Don't use your router's USB port when these alternatives exist, a PC expert explains

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

That handy-looking router USB port can cause problems - here's what PC experts use instead

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

Stop using your router's USB port - what PC experts recommend instead

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

Don't use your router's USB port when these alternatives exist, a PC expert explains

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

That handy-looking router USB port can cause problems - here's what PC experts use instead

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

Stop using your router's USB port - what PC experts recommend instead

fromZDNET
1 month ago

This SSD enclosure has become one of my most-used laptop accessories - here's why

With this setup, the Samsung SSD achieved read speeds of roughly 4,000 MB/s and write speeds of about 1,300 MB/s. Those are great numbers. Accessing files felt instantaneous. It took no time at all to open the movie I stored inside the drive. The read speed also shows that the enclosure isn't restricting the drive. It's making full use of the Thunderbolt connection. Writing large files is equally impressive, letting users save big files fast.
Gadgets
Information security
fromZDNET
1 month ago

7 apps I use to lock down, encrypt, and store my private files - and most are free

Use dedicated file-and-folder security apps across devices, stay vigilant about sharing and access, and keep operating systems and apps up to date.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Secure networking: the foundation for the AI era

Organizations must modernize and simplify networks, strengthen security, and automate to maintain resilience against increasingly sophisticated, fast-moving cyberattacks and AI-driven pressure.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost (and twice the storage)

In the not-so-distant past, the solution for boosting the speed of an aging, sluggish PC was to add more RAM or upgrade the processor. Now, the way to sail over that speed bump is to get a new storage drive, and there's no better storage upgrade for performance than fitting your system with an M.2 drive. Also: What is MoCA 2.5? How this low-cost networking option can seriously improve your internet There is no shortage of excellent M.2 drives out there, but if you're looking for high-end performance and stability when the going gets tough, the is well worth a look.
Gadgets
Information security
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

How to Keep Your Company's Data Out of the Wrong Hands

Data security requires keeping sensitive data local, restricting access strictly, and holding vendors to higher standards to prevent breaches, leaks, and legal exposure.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Acronis launches Archival Storage for long-term data protection

Acronis Archival Storage provides MSPs S3-compatible, compliant, cost-predictable long-term object storage integrated with Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

ShiftCam has a trackable 8TB SSD that sticks to your phone

Superfast magnetic mobile SSD Planck Studio attaches to phones, offers up to 8TB storage and 3,700MB/s USB4 transfers, plus device-finder integration.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

WD 8TB External Hard Drive Drops Back to $0.02 per GB, Now Cheaper Than 6TB Storage Capacity - Kotaku

8TB Western Digital Elements desktop external drive provides compact, plug‑and‑play USB storage for Windows with faster transfer speeds, ideal for large media collections and backups.
Gadgets
fromSlashGear
1 month ago

5 Cool Gadgets That Any Digital Nomad Would Want In 2026 - SlashGear

Digital nomads need compact, durable, packable tech—phones, laptops, tablets, mice, and noise-cancelling headphones—to reliably work from hotels, cafés, and short-term rentals.
Gadgets
fromBGR
2 months ago

5 Of The Best MacBook USB Accessories For Work At Home And On The Go - BGR

Essential USB-C accessories expand MacBook connectivity, provide charging, and enable file organization for productive remote work.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Your TV's USB port has hidden superpowers: 5 benefits you're not taking advantage of

Most TVs hide surprisingly handy USB ports on the back. Plugging into them can unlock extra features and convenience. They can even help breathe new life into an older TV. After the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there's little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port -- likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel -- offers more potential than you might expect.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Done with the cloud? This NAS takes only 10 minutes to set up - and is the easiest network storage I've tried

The single most important aspect most users will appreciate about the Zettlab D4 AI NAS is the ease of setup. I've never experienced a NAS that was this easy to get up and running. Here's the process: Insert your drives into the bays. Plug it in. Connect the included Cat5 networking cable to the NAS and your router. Turn it on. Point your web browser to the IP address shown on the LCD screen. Walk through the simple setup wizard.
Gadgets
#thunderbolt-5
fromZDNET
1 month ago

I tested Raspberry Pi's new USB flash drive - and it has a critical advantage over competitors

Well, you can, but there are a couple of features that are pretty specific to the Raspberry Pi Flash Drive. The first is SMART health reporting and support for TRIM. While I've come across a few drives that had the chips to do this, I can't think of any other flash drives off the top of my head that offer this.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

My new favorite PC accessory is the ultimate productivity tool for work travel

First and foremost, ease of use. Every time I've used this wireless keyboard, it connects instantly to my laptop with no re-pairing or fiddling with settings. The same is true for the mouse. Because both devices have a clear "1" and "2" channel Bluetooth designation, there haven't been any issues connecting quickly and efficiently each time I bust them out.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Skipping this PC maintenance step could cost you - here's the right way to clean your system

Regular physical and software maintenance preserves desktop performance, prevents heat-related damage, and extends hardware lifespan using inexpensive or free tools.
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