Kanye's Password, a WhatsApp Bug, and More Security News This Week
A grey hat hacking hero, bad boat news, and more security news this week.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/kanye-bad-password-security-roundup
More and More Movies Are Reflecting Our Fear of the Internet
Life online may not be a literal horror show—but sometimes it can feel like one.Source: https://www.wired.com/2018/10/geeks-guide-internet-fear-movies
'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' Promises Romance—Then Locks It Away
Not all game stories need sexuality, but it constitutes an organic, interesting part of a character's life.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/assassins-creed-odyssey-romance
REI End of Season Sale (Fall 2018): Patagonia, CycleOps, Rumpl, Suunto, Dakine
From Patagonia board shorts to CycleOps bike trainers, we're bringing you the best of the end of season deals.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/rei-end-of-season-sale
Hestan Smart Induction Cooktop Review: Dial in Temps Down to the Degree
Replacing your standard range with an app-controlled induction cooktop can yield more precise control—and better results—in the kitchen.Source: https://www.wired.com/review/hestan-smart-induction-cooktop
Tech Backs Away From Saudis After Journalist's Alleged Murder
Silicon Valley executives suspended participation in a Saudi advisory committee and cancelled plans to attend a high-profile conference.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/tech-backs-away-from-saudis-after-journalists-alleged-murder
Fake Adobe Flash Installers Come With a Little Malware Bonus
A clever new cryptomining scheme downloads the latest version of Adobe for you, but adds malware to the bargain.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/fake-adobe-flash-installers-cryptomining-malware-bonus
The Future of Work Might Actually Be ... Good?
The robots are coming, but they will find it hard to replace human empathy and judgment, speakers say at the WIRED25 Festival.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/future-of-work-might-actually-be-good
Free Speech in the Age of Algorithmic Megaphones
Researchers have long known that local actors—as well as Russia—use manipulative tactics to spread information online. With Facebook suspending a slew of domestic accounts, a difficult reckoning is upon us.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-domestic-disinformation-algorithmic-megaphones
How Facebook Hackers Compromised 30 Million Accounts
Facebook has revealed more details about the unprecedented breach of its platform—including how hackers got away with the access tokens of 30 million users.Source: https://www.wired.com/story/how-facebook-hackers-compromised-30-million-accounts
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