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Top three internet scams to avoid in 2011
Top three internet scams to avoid in 2011
Sophisticated scams developed by cyber-criminals to target smartphones and social networks means businesses must increase awareness of internet scams, according to security firm, Knowthenet.org.uk.
Jan. 14, 2011
Schools and homes pose highest risk for laptop theft
Schools and homes pose highest risk for laptop theft
Research just published shows that schools and homes are the top two places where laptops go missing most often.
Jan. 14, 2011
Mobile security a hot topic at Infosecurity Europe 2011
Mobile security a hot topic at Infosecurity Europe 2011
Mobile and smartphone security is likely to be one of the hottest topics at Infosecurity Europe 2011 in London from 19 to 21 April, says Bloor Research.
Jan. 14, 2011
FDIC warns about 'Patriot Act' phishing emails targeting consumers
FDIC warns about 'Patriot Act' phishing emails targeting consumers
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is warning banks about phishing emails being sent out informing recipients that the FDIC’s deposit insurance for their accounts had been suspended because of Patriot Act violations.
Jan. 14, 2011
SecureState uncovers vulnerability exploit for Novell's SiteScape
SecureState uncovers vulnerability exploit for Novell's SiteScape
SecureState said it discovered an exploit for a vulnerability in Novell's SiteScape Enterprise Forum web application that could enable a hacker to access an organization's internal networks.
Jan. 14, 2011
Tiger Woods Learning Center Introduces STEM Summer Academy
Tiger Woods Learning Center Introduces STEM Summer Academy
The Tiger Woods Learning Center in Anaheim, California, announced the launch of a new Summer Academy program featuring digital art and video game design classes for students between the ages of 11 and 14.
Jan. 13, 2011
Analysis: Featherlight Adventure - Narrative In Scarlett and the Spark of Life
Analysis: Featherlight Adventure - Narrative In Scarlett and the Spark of Life
Emily Short looks at storytelling and narrative in Scarlett and the Spark of Life, the first episode in a multi-stage iPhone graphical adventure from Launching Pad Games.
Jan. 13, 2011
UK Retailer Game Group Holiday Sales Down 4.1%
UK Retailer Game Group Holiday Sales Down 4.1%
Admitting the challenges of a changing market, UK specialty retailer Game Group on Thursday saw sales down 4.1 percent over the holidays -- it hopes to address emerging business models in the coming months.
Jan. 13, 2011
Majesco Brings Cooking Mama To Facebook
Majesco Brings Cooking Mama To Facebook
Majesco announced the launch of Cooking Mama Friends' Cafe, the debut of the popular cooking game franchise on Facebook and part of publisher Majesco's "targeted, strategic focus" on social games.
Jan. 13, 2011
Minecraft Surges Past 1M Paid Customers
Minecraft Surges Past 1M Paid Customers
Markus Persson's indie sensation Minecraft quietly crossed the 1 million paid user mark this week, less than one month after the online sandbox game went into beta, according to the game's website.
Jan. 13, 2011
Activision's Beenox Named 'Lead Developer' On Spider-Man Franchise
Activision's Beenox Named 'Lead Developer' On Spider-Man Franchise
Activision said its wholly-owned Beenox studio, developer of the console and PC versions of 2010's Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions, is now the lead developer for future Spidey titles.
Jan. 13, 2011
Web Wise Kids Demonstrates Cyber-Safety Games at Capitol Hill Event
Web Wise Kids Demonstrates Cyber-Safety Games at Capitol Hill Event
Internet safety education organization Web Wise Kids demonstrated a number of interactive games addressing teen issues at the 14th Annual Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee Kickoff Technology Policy Exhibition this week in Washington DC.
Jan. 13, 2011