For a Brooklyn Family, the Infestation of Rodents Seems Endless
Residents in a Brooklyn apartment complex are facing severe pest infestations, including roaches and mice, as well as issues with mold.
The poor living conditions, including the presence of pests and mold, are impacting the health and well-being of the residents, particularly those with respiratory conditions. [ more ]
Why is Adversarial Robustness Critical for Machine Learning?
Machine learning models are vulnerable to security threats that can result in fraud, sabotage, and espionage.
ML practitioners need to embed trustworthiness in their models and address vulnerabilities through stress-testing and addressing credible threats. [ more ]
Law enforcement issue warnings after latest Apple iOS release
Law enforcement agencies are warning iPhone users about a feature called NameDrop that allows quick sharing of contact information with nearby devices.
Some police departments believe NameDrop poses a security risk and are warning users to check their phone settings, while others dismiss the warnings as unnecessary hysteria. [ more ]
No, You Don't Need to Turn Off Apple's NameDrop Feature in iOS 17
Police departments are warning adults to turn off the NameDrop feature on their iPhones and their children's devices, but there is no need to worry about it being a security risk.
NameDrop is an extension of Apple's AirDrop functionality, allowing users to share their contact information with other iPhone users by holding their smartphones together.
Consent is required throughout the NameDrop process and contact sharing will be canceled if the smartphones are moved apart or if the device is locked. [ more ]
No, You Don't Need to Turn Off Apple's NameDrop Feature in iOS 17
Police departments are warning adults to turn off the NameDrop feature on their iPhones and their children's devices, but there is no need to worry about it being a security risk.
NameDrop is an extension of Apple's AirDrop functionality, allowing users to share their contact information with other iPhone users by holding their smartphones together.
Consent is required throughout the NameDrop process and contact sharing will be canceled if the smartphones are moved apart or if the device is locked. [ more ]