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Artificial sense of touch, improved

While exploring a digitally represented object through artificially created sense of touch, brain-computer interface users described the warm fur of a purring cat, the smooth rigid surface of a door key and cool roundness of an apple.
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‘Explainable’ AI cracks secret language of sticky proteins

An AI tool has made a step forward in translating the language proteins use to dictate whether they form sticky clumps similar to those linked to Alzheimer’s Disease and around fifty other types of human disease. In a departure from typical ‘black-box’ AI models, the new tool, CANYA, was designed to be able to explain its decisions, revealing the specific chemical patterns that drive or prevent harmful protein folding.
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How to find the hypergraphs underlying dynamical systems

Scientists usually use a hypergraph model to predict dynamic behaviors. But the opposite problem is interesting, too. What if researchers can observe the dynamics but don’t have access to a reliable model? Scientists now have an answer. They describe a novel algorithm that can infer the structure of a hypergraph using only the observed dynamics.
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Using ‘shallow shadows’ to uncover quantum properties

Traditional methods of looking into quantum systems often require immense resources. Researchers have now developed a new technique that allows scientists to extract essential information more efficiently and accurately.
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New Microsoft accounts will be “passwordless by default”

Microsoft is making new Microsoft accounts passwordless by default, the company has announced on Thursday, which marked this year’s World Password Day. “As part of [a recently simplified sign-in user experience], we’re changing the default behavior for new accounts,” Vasu Jakkal, Corporate VP, Microsoft Security, and Joy Chik, President, Identity & Network Access, declared. “New users will have several passwordless options for signing into their account and they’ll never need to enroll a password. Existing … More → The post New Microsoft accounts will be “passwordless by default” appeared first on Help Net Security.
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AI-fueled cybercrime may outpace traditional defenses

Defenders should begin using AI to counter cyber criminals’ adoption of the technology, according to security firm Check Point.
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Opsera improves GitHub security management

Opsera announced new Advanced Security Dashboard capabilities that, available as an extension of Opsera’s Unified Insights for GitHub Copilot, help enterprises maximize the benefits of GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS). Opsera now connects and provides a comprehensive view of security alongside software development performance, enabling the monitoring of vulnerabilities, tracking of remediation, and fostering a stronger security culture across development teams, all without slowing down software delivery. “Our Advanced Security Dashboard complements our existing GitHub solutions … More → The post Opsera improves GitHub security management appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Anviz unveils biometric access control solution

Anviz launched W2 Face, its latest hybrid biometric access control and attendance terminal. Designed to meet the needs of modern enterprises, the W2 Face combines facial recognition, fingerprint authentication, and RFID capabilities in a compact, intelligent device. Responding to market evolution As the access control landscape shifts toward integrated multi-biometric solutions, businesses increasingly seek systems that enhance security and operational efficiency. Market analysis conducted by Anviz has revealed key trends driving this demand: A growing … More → The post Anviz unveils biometric access control solution appeared first on Help Net Security.
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AI and automation shift the cybersecurity balance toward attackers

Threat actors are increasingly harnessing automation, commoditized tools, and AI to systematically erode the traditional advantages held by defenders, according to Fortinet. The post AI and automation shift the cybersecurity balance toward attackers appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk

Phone theft is a rising issue worldwide, and it’s more than just a property crime. It’s a serious cybersecurity threat. In the UK alone, the Metropolitan Police recovers 1,000 phones each week. Stolen phones don’t just go to local black markets. They often get funneled into larger criminal operations. For example, stolen phones can be used to bypass security features or be reprogrammed and resold. In 2024, Europol uncovered a massive phishing network that affected … More → The post Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk appeared first on Help Net Security.
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