Security

Edward Snowden releases statement from Moscow

The NSA whistle-blower says he left Hong Kong once it "became clear my freedom and safety were under threat"

Katie Mcdonough Monday, Jul 1, 2013 10:26 PM UTC 35
Life Edward Snowden, Russia

Hacking a car is way too easy

Could Michael Hastings' car crash have been caused by a remote attack? Technically, yes

Andrew Leonard Tuesday, Jun 25, 2013 6:50 PM UTC 221
Technology Michael Hastings

Privacy versus security: Does the NSA’s surveillance program work?

Panelists on "Up with Steve" exchange theories about the government's surveillance programs VIDEO

Prachi Gupta Saturday, Jun 15, 2013 6:50 PM UTC 22
Technology Video, government surveillance

Twitter thinks Edward Snowden is kind of hot

Users are saying that the NSA whistleblower really blows their whistle

Katie Mcdonough Monday, Jun 10, 2013 3:47 PM UTC
Life Edward Snowden, NSA, Surveillance

App of the Week: Onion Browser

If you're craving mobile anonymity after this week's government snooping revelations, here's one option

Andrew Leonard Sunday, Jun 9, 2013 6:00 PM UTC
Technology app of the week, onion browser

Hacker won’t help Saudi spies

EXCLUSIVE: A security researcher pulls back the curtain on hacker-industrial complex

Andrew Leonard Tuesday, May 14, 2013 8:41 PM UTC
Technology hackers, hacker culture, Security

TSA delays policy permitting knives onboard

Policymakers had complained that the TSA must consult more parties before changing policy

Natasha Lennard Tuesday, Apr 23, 2013 12:06 PM UTC
Business Security

The world is actually more peaceful than ever

In the aftermath of an awful tragedy, it's hard to remember that political violence is in fact diminishing greatly

Michael Lind Tuesday, Apr 23, 2013 11:45 AM UTC 43
News peace, Security, Cold War

Boston explosions highlight a frightening new reality

As we sort out what exactly happened in Boston, the fact that the explosions aren't surprising is itself terrifying

David Sirota Monday, Apr 15, 2013 8:51 PM UTC 141
News Boston, Terrorism, Security

Suddenly, NYPD doesn’t love surveillance anymore

Law enforcement agencies monitor our most basic acts. But try assigning them a watchdog and they resist with fury

David Sirota Tuesday, Apr 2, 2013 11:45 AM UTC 44
Politics Michael Bloomberg

Newspaper that published gun permit holder data hires armed security guards

The Journal News has been receiving a high volume of "negative correspondence"

Prachi Gupta Wednesday, Jan 2, 2013 3:55 PM UTC 18
News the journal news, gun permit

Bank reimburses hacking victim $300K

The case may set a precedent regarding banks' liability in instances of fraud carried out by hackers

Natasha Lennard Friday, Nov 30, 2012 8:47 PM UTC
News Hacking, Fraud, Security

Don’t be the next Broadwell

A quick and dirty guide to locking down your online life -- and staying safe from government snooping

Andrew Leonard Wednesday, Nov 14, 2012 6:15 PM UTC 10
Technology Paula Broadwell, Security

Skype hands over information on teen Wikileaks fan

Without even a warrant, a private Texas intelligence firm was given user information by the online calls site

Natasha Lennard Monday, Nov 12, 2012 9:55 PM UTC
Technology Skype, Cybersecurity, Security

FBI warns of malware targeting Androids

A malicious application steals contact details from the user’s address book, but only if you open it

Natasha Lennard Tuesday, Oct 16, 2012 9:38 PM UTC
Technology Security, Android, FBI, Privacy

Cheaper DNA sequencing brings privacy risks

The Presidential Commission on Bioethics urges government to take preemptive steps

Natasha Lennard Thursday, Oct 11, 2012 8:53 PM UTC
Technology Bioethics, DNA, Human Genome

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