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Privacy and security of sim cards ‘compromised by security flaw’

Privacy and security of sim cards ‘compromised by security flaw’

The privacy and security of over half a million sim cards could be compromised, thanks to a series of “security flaws” which was uncovered recently. According to German security expert, Karsten Nohl, a cryptographer, the flaw could potentially enable hackers to send hidden text messages to affected handsets and infect them with a virus – regardless of what operating system[Read More…]

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Former gang member helps reduce crime in Birmingham

Imagine if peace was just a mile away. Imagine a world where young, urban kids who have been drawn into a life of crime, were finally able to see the light at the end of the tunnel and not only turn away from their former lifestyles, but to encourage others to do so aswell. Well for one former gang member,[Read More…]

Trayvon verdict highlights racial divides within the US

Trayvon verdict highlights racial divides within the US

In the last week, we’ve seen protests erupt after George Zimmerman was cleared of the murder of Trayvon Martin. Essentially, the law has upheld the view that ‘walking while black’ is a crime, if somebody interprets that as “cruising for burglaries”. The case has helped to highlight the deep racial divides that exist not only in the US but across[Read More…]

Computer scientists develop technology to determine location of photographs

Computer scientists develop technology to determine location of photographs

They say you can tell alot about a person by looking at their photograph – but now scientists have found a way of discovering even more – by tracking the location of any photograph. Granted, in some cases the picture itself may give clues as to where it was taken – but not always. Now  computer scientists at Carnegie Mellon[Read More…]

HSBC targeted in food bank protests

HSBC targeted in food bank protests

HSBC branches across the country will be at the centre of a series of planned protests from tomorrow (Saturday July 20th). Protesters plan to turn the branches into makeshift food banks as part of a campaign to highlight the impact of government cuts. The bank has been targeted due to its links to tax havens and its role in facilitating[Read More…]