As summer races by in the northern hemisphere, the world of science and tech shows no signs of slowing down. Whether you’re soaking up sun at the beach or hard at work in the office, I hope you enjoy these four fresh articles:
1. What must Quantum Resistant Encryption Look Like?
As the dawn of quantum computing threatens to render current encryption standards insecure, governments around the world are implementing curious export restrictions. This piece examines the rationale behind these bans, introduces quantum computing fundamentals, and highlights the critical need for quantum-resistant encryption to safeguard our digital landscape:
>> Read: ‘Quantum Computers: Mysterious Export Bans and the Future of Encryption’
2. Replicating a Study on Gender Bias in ChatGPT
A recent preprint explores ChatGPT’s potential gender bias through moral dilemmas. The study presents the AI with different choices, such as weighing the harassment of one induvial against nuclear apocalypse for all of us, and examines how responses vary based on the subject’s gender. This article presents the researchers’ findings alongside the results from my own replication conducted with GPT-4o.
>> Read: ‘ChatGPT, Gender Bias, and the Nuclear Apocalypse’
3. Flipper Zero: A Powerful Hacking Tool or Just a Fancy Remote Control?
This article explores my hands-on experience with Flipper Zero, a pocket-sized gadget that can infiltrate Wi-Fi networks and access Tesla charging ports. I’ve put it through its paces, conducting basic security tests on my personal network and devices. Read on for an insider’s look at this controversial device’s capabilities and limitations:
>> Read: ‘Flipper Zero Review: A Geeky Multi-Tool for Penetration Testing’
4. Decentralize!
Technology shapes nearly every aspect of our lives. This pervasive influence demands a critical examination of its downsides, particularly the hazards of centralized control. As our reliance on tech deepens, we must confront the vulnerabilities created by this dependency and consider the importance of decentralized alternatives to safeguard our digital autonomy.
>> Read: ‘With Rapid Tech Advancement, Beware the Pitfalls of Centralization ‘
