Getting good light on the subject – whether that be you in a selfie, product photos for Etsy or eBay, still life, vlogging, or whatever – can make a massive difference. Also: This $17 headlamp is as close to perfection as lights get Problem is, finding a decent light that doesn’t break the bank is tricky. Professional photography gear can set you back hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. So, imagine my surprise when I found a light that was packed with high-end features, and a rechargeable battery, for only $28....

Whether you’re on your own or with friends and family, you can exchange a night at the cinema for a home theater session – if you have the right kit. However, it doesn’t have to be expensive, and you can easily create an impressive environment for watching films without burning a hole in your wallet. A deal on a home projector we’ve found will help you on your way. Over at Walmart, you can save $35 (35%) on a DR....

Australian musician Calum Newton, who goes by CandyMoore.mp3 on TikTok, in March released a party remix of the classic Teams ringtone with samples of Bill Gates saying “Microsoft Windows… I’m Bill Gates, Gates, Gates…” According to Newton, his original remix post didn’t get many views, but it blew up after another user posted a video of him dancing to it. Lots of other TikTok users then posted versions too, including Bill Gates who used the remix in a post wishing Microsoft happy birthday....

The said service is Internxt, which is a zero-knowledge, encrypted, and decentralized platform that also happens to be open source. In fact, you can view and check out the source for not just the desktop and mobile clients, but the service itself. All of that code is hosted on the Internxt GitHub repository. Internxt has desktop clients for Linux, macOS, and Windows, as well as mobile clients for Android and iOS....

Allowing data to fall into someone else’s hands is the ultimate headache. Once your data is out there in the wild, it’s game over. The “solution” is to encrypt your data. But the problem with that solution is that unless the encryption is easy and foolproof, users are going to sacrifice data security for convenience. If you want easy-to-use high security encryption, then you need hardware that’s aimed at professionals, and that hardware doesn’t get much better than the Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3....

Also: My favorite electric screwdriver for big, heavy-duty jobs My complaints with using rechargeable electric screwdrivers for electronics are many – they’re big and bulky, have too much power, are awkward to use in confined spaces, and usually need some proprietary charger. This Lifegoo rechargeable mini electric screwdriver has none of this nonsense. Lifegoo Mini Electric Screwdriver tech specs: Rotating Speed: 200r/minBattery type: 3.7V 350mAh Lithium BatteryElectric/Manual Torque: 0.25~0.35/3NmMaterial: Aluminum/ABS/S2 SteelAluminum body, oxidation-resistanceCharging time: 30-40 minsCharging Port: USB...

According to researchers at Avast, the Syslogk Linux rootkit delivers the backdoor trojan known as Rekoobe and uses numerous techniques to keep the backdoor hidden until needed. Fortunately, the version of Syslogk Avast analyzed only works on older versions of the Linux kernel, but the malware appears to be under development. SEE: Cloud computing security: Where it is, where it’s going Rekoobe malware has been used by the group APT31 or what Microsoft calls Zirconium, a China state-sponsored threat actor....

“This is so handy,” one DUEX Pro user Kent O. said, in a five-star online review. “Easy to slide on and off. Good spectrum of view. But more (than) anything I cannot get over how crisp and clear the image is. It is better than my laptop monitor.” The DUEX Pro allows you the space to work on multiple projects but without a cumbersome, traditional second monitor. Instead, this one is lightweight and portable and features flexible, 270-degree rotation and dual-side sliding so you can put a personal touch on your setup....

Nozomi security researcher Andrea Palanca discovered that the Domain Name System (DNS) implementation of uClibc and uClibc-ng C libraries used in several popular IoT products generates predictable, incremental transaction identifiers (IDs) in DNS response and request network communications. uClibc stopped being maintained in 2012 after the release of version uClibc-0.9.33.2, while the uClibc-ng fork is designed for use within OpenWRT, a common OS for routers “possibly deployed throughout various critical infrastructure sectors”, according to Palanca....

The bipartisan investigation will analyse if usage of TikTok is harming young users, and whether or not TikTok knew about those harms. As part of the investigation, the attorneys-general will look into the methods and techniques used by TikTok to boost young user engagement, including increasing the duration of time spent on the platform and frequency of engagement with the platform. There have been dozens of studies over the years showing the damaging effects of social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok on teens and their perceptions of themselves....

Speaking to the Digital Markets Act proposed by the European Commission, Cook said sideloading was not in the “best interests of the user”. “That would destroy the security of the iPhone and a lot of the privacy initiatives that we’ve built into the App Store where we have privacy nutrition labels and app tracking transparency, where it forces people to get permission to track across apps,” Cook said. “These things would would not exist anymore except in people that stuck in our ecosystem and so I worry deeply about privacy and security....

There weren’t any release notes available in the Settings app, but there is a support document dealing with the security contents of the update for iPhone and iPad. There’s a weird HomeKit bug that bricks your device if you rename a HomeKit accessory with a string of text 500,000 characters long. According to Apple, iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 fixes the issue. It’s not like any of us were naming accessories something a half-million characters long, but there was potential for someone to change the name of a device on your Home app and break your Apple devices in the process....

To get ahead of that process, TSI has distributed 100 non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to allow “people close to the organisation” to pre-purchase some agave plants that may eventually be turned into spirits down the track. “We thought what a great way to introduce people to the brand which hasn’t quite been released yet, but we actually want to give people some rights,” TSI executive chairman Adem Karafili told ZDNet during Alibaba’s 11....

Start from scratch and advance all the way to advanced ethical hacking skills in the comprehensive guide “Complete Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security Masterclass Course”, which will teach you all of the most up-to-date methods of penetration testing and ethical hacking. Next, learn about pen tester fave Kali Linux in “Real Penetration Testing with Kali Linux”. This course assumes you’ve never even heard of it and teaches you all you need to know....

The hack, first reported by Video Games Chronicle and confirmed by multiple sources, includes: The hacker, who called themselves “Anonymous” on a 4chan discussion board, said Twitch’s community is “a disgusting toxic cesspool, so to foster more disruption and competition in the online video streaming space, we have completely pwned them, and in part one, are releasing the source code from almost 6,000 internal Git repositories.” “Jeff Besos paid $970 million for this, we’re giving it away FOR FREE....

Udemy said the Business Pro platform will offer employers new features like Udemy Paths, skills assessments, workspaces, and hands-on labs across critical skills in information technology, software development and data & analytics. Instructors with Udemy helped design the Business Pro tool to be an “end-to-end learning experience” that helps employees keep up with evolving industry demands through pre-curated Udemy Paths and risk-free practice environments. Udemy Business president Greg Brown said their customers are experiencing major workplace changes, especially when it comes to upskilling and role development....

Udemy can be that place for tech-focused achievers. After 15 years as one of the premier locations on the web for personal development, Udemy is now home to over 183,000 video courses covering virtually any business growth area possible. From procession-driven procedural training in software programs and industry practices to more general communications or career planning coursework, these classes offer numerous directions for adding a new skill to your resume or developing the right skills to take your career to the next level....

Crypto asset firms are required to be registered with the FCA and comply with the UK Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs) if they want to operate crypto ATMs in the UK. However, according to the regulator, none of the cryptoasset firms have registered to be approved to offer crypto ATM services, and therefore are operating illegally. “We are concerned about crypto ATM machines operating in the UK and will therefore be contacting the operators instructing that the machines be shut down or face further action,” the FCA said....

Of the total package, nearly AU$100 million will go towards Service Victoria to get more services online, including adding more local council approvals and permits to its platform, and enabling restaurants, bars, and clubs to renew their licences online. Meanwhile, AU$10 million will be used for the Business Acceleration Fund, formerly known as the Regulatory Reform Incentive Fund, to help streamline regulatory processes across the state’s regulators and local councils....

The new Google Maps fuel-efficient routes could offer drivers some relief as they ponder how much they’re adding to the world’s environmental woes. It also could be help drivers as they navigate higher energy and fuel prices. Now, beyond the choice of avoiding tolls, before setting off, Google Maps users can configure the app to “Prefer fuel-efficient routes” based on their engine type by selecting petrol, diesel, electric or hybrid....