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TrueCrypter ransomware code flaw allows hacked victims to decrypt files
New crypto-ransomware uncovered by AVG malware analyst accepts Amazon Gift Cards as payment.
Samsung developing dedicated wireless VR headset
Samsung confirmed on 28 April that it was working on developing a wireless standalone VR headset.
Tinder's new group dating feature exposes users' Facebook friends on the app
Tinder's new group dating feature is aimed at helping people connect with and date in groups.
Pornhub says Game Of Thrones season 6 has eclipsed porn traffic
Traffic to the adult website was affected as Game Of Thrones season 6 premiered on 24 April.
Game of Thrones season 6: Fans hit with ransomware in Pirate Bay malvertising attack
Malvertisers launch crypto-ransomware attack on Pirate Bay users.
Instagram screenshots show new black and white design layout being tested
The traditional blue and orange mixed layout seems to be replaced by a monochromatic design.
Talkshow app: The latest Taylor Swift-inspired viral app sensation to hit the internet since Twitter
The app developed by former Twitter executive, makes your texts public.
'Armada Collective' hackers rake in $100000 from companies by making fake DDoS threats
DDoS extortionists fake threats to trick companies to pay up while never actually hacking anyone.
Blizzard discusses closure of unauthorised Nostalrius WoW server and possible new pristine realm
Fans may just get a classic server with Blizzard indicating possible collaboration with Nostalrius developers.
Why Nokia is banking on a new lease of life by muscling into the smart health scene
The once-mighty Finnish phone company is venturing into exciting emerging technologies to rediscover its mojo.
Augsburg installs traffic lights on pavement floors to alert the smartphone-obsessed
German city's move follows accidents due to preoccupation with smartphones.
Anti-ad blocking websites could be acting illegally and will be named and shamed
Websites using anti-ad blocking tools may be accessing users' personal data without consent.
White hat hacker tries to breach Facebook employee's account, finds backdoor bug already planted in system
Facebook has reportedly rewarded white hat hacker Orange Tsai $10,000 for his work.
Anonymous DDoS attack on KKK shuts down website once again
Anonymous affiliated hacker group Ghost Squad has claimed responsibility for the hack.
Unreleased Tomb Raider short film debuts on game's 20th anniversary
Game developer Crystal Dynamics will also release a new album and a book titled, 20 Years Of Tomb Raider.
Blizzard offering 13 free Whispers Of The Old Gods packs to celebrate Hearthstone expansion launch
Hearthstone's upcoming expansion will be released on 26 April.
US agency steps up Twitter campaign against texting while driving
US agency actively trawls for blatant texting while driving boasts
Ads trick and force Germans to listen to plight of refugees
Those looking for anti-immigration videos on YouTube are redirected to websites providing info on condition of refugees.
Edward Snowden to sue Norway to avoid extradition to US
Snowden has been invited to personally receive the prestigious Ossietzky Prize by PEN International.
Game Of Thrones season 6: AI says Jon Snow is alive, predicts death of major characters
Students at the Technical University of Munich develop algorithm that predicts which GoT character could get axed.
Google rates its own website as 'partially dangerous'
The search giant has now stopped listing Google.com as a website with security vulnerabilities.
Facebook Messenger launches group calling for up to 50 people
The feature is slated to roll out globally in the next 24 hours.
Apple agrees to pay $25m to settle Siri lawsuit with RPI and Dynamic Advances
Siri's technology violated a patent held by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and licensed to the Dallas company.
Jon Stewart and HBO team up with Otoy to work on immersive VR project
HBO and Discovery Communications have jointly invested in graphics startup Otoy to develop VR content.
Crypto wars: FBI and Apple renew encryption row at congressional hearing
The FBI and Apple went before Congress to testify about encryption and its role in criminal investigations.
Google to offer a host of new emojis soon
Google has already rolled out the new emojis for Android N as part of its developer preview.
Tesla Autopilot trial now free for all customers
Tesla offering month-long Autopilot free trails for Model S and Model X.
Darpa's 24-motor Lightning Strike drone takes off for the first time
Darpa's vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone flies successfully in take-off and landing test
Siri says WWDC 2016 kicks off on 13 June
Apple confirms the annual developer conference will be held from 13 to 17 June.
Hackers use new 'double-headed beast' Trojan to steal $4m from US banks in just 3 days
A new banking malware, GozNym, has drained millions from 24 American and Canadian banks.