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October 1, 2024

On this day in history, October 1, 2013, techno-thriller novelist Tom Clancy passes away at age 66

Tom Clancy, a former Baltimore-born insurance agent, became a bestselling novelist starting with his first book, "The Hunt for Red October." He died on this day in history, Oct. 1, 2013, at age 66.

September 30, 2024

Russian fighter jet intercepted near Alaska by NORAD forces after ‘unsafe, unprofessional’ interaction

North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) released a video showing the dangerous moment a Russian Su-35 fighter pilot flew right in front of a NORAD F-16 fighter pilot over the Alaska Air Defense Zone.

September 30, 2024

Think twice before using public computers: Here's why

Using public computers poses security risks, tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says, so take precautions or use your own secure device.

September 30, 2024

San Francisco rolls out AI-powered cameras to combat crime

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses San Francisco deploying three advanced mobile surveillance cameras to deter crime in high-risk areas.

September 29, 2024

Android's latest nightmare: millions of devices infected by sneaky malware

There have been cases when widely downloaded apps from the Play Store are infected with malware. Kurt the CyberGuy tackles the issue of a new Trojan malware.

September 29, 2024

Cruise ship surgery that slices giants for mega profits

A whopping 30 million people will have taken cruises in 2024, and some ships being built to keep up with this demand cost as much as $2 billion.

September 28, 2024

Beware of the new sneaky parking QR code scam

While you may feel pretty sharp at spotting online fraud, there's a sneaky new scam involving QR codes and parking meters across the country affecting even the most cautious people.

September 27, 2024

3 hackers with ties to Iran indicted in plot against Trump campaign: DOJ

The Department of Justice unveiled charges against three men with ties to Iran who "engaged in a wide-ranging hacking campaign" targeted former President Donald Trump's campaign.

September 27, 2024

FBI director addresses the indictment of three Iranian cyber actors

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced the indictment of three IRGC cyber actors for the "hack-and-leak operation" to influence the 2024 U.S. presidential election. (FBI / YouTube)

September 27, 2024

Virginia FAA contractor allegedly spied for Iran, shared private info on US airports, energy industry: DOJ

A former Federal Aviation Administration contractor was indicted for acting as an illegal agent for the Iranian government, Department of Justice officials allege.