Cybernews Podcast

In this episode of the Cybernews Podcast, the hosts dive into the latest season of Black Mirror, examining each episode's technology and its implications. They discuss episodes such as 'Common People', which features brain streaming technology in a dystopian healthcare system, and 'Bête Noire', which showcases revenge facilitated by quantum computing. The hosts also critique episodes like 'Hotel Reverie'...

🎙️This episode of the Cybernews Weekly Podcast covers three major cyber incidents. First, the hosts discuss the deceptive tactics of the 'Babuk 2' ransomware gang, which falsely claims major breaches and recycles data from other groups to establish credibility and recruit affiliates. They highlight the differences between 'Babuk 1' and 'Babuk 2', emphasizing the latter's lack of authenticity. Next, they delve into the bizarre leak...

Some text hereIn this episode of Cybernews Podcast, the hosts discuss critical security vulnerabilities found in Apple's App Store, revealing that 8% of iOS apps have 815,000 hardcoded secrets, which could lead to breaches and financial losses. They explore the implications of Apple’s security review process and the legal responsibilities of developers. The conversation also shifts to Apple’s significant advancements in AI, emphasi...

For this week’s Cybernews Podcast episode, we’re hitting your screens with a major developing story and a glimpse into the latest cybersecurity mini-series. Our hosts, joined by our very own in-house cybersecurity expert, discuss the Bybit hack and how North Korean state-sponsored hackers could’ve pulled off a heist of this caliber. We also talk about the latest Netflix thriller series Zero Day and whether some events depicted in t...

The CyberNews podcast covers a range of topics from alarming crypto kidnappings to China's AI advancements. The hosts recount a harrowing story of a Ledger co-founder being kidnapped for crypto ransom, discussing the broader implications of such crimes in the cryptocurrency industry. They then shift focus to China's new AI model, DeepSeek, which promises significant advancements at a fraction of the cost of Western counterparts lik...

In this episode of the Cyber News Weekly Podcast, the hosts delve into several major topics revolving around former President Donald Trump and technology. They discuss the TikTok drama, including the partial ban and its implications on American users and influencers. The conversation shifts towards the relationship between big tech executives like Mark Zuckerberg and Trump, highlighting potential shifts in political alignments. The...

In this episode of the Cybernews Weekly podcast, the team recaps their experiences at CES, one of the largest electronics shows in the world. They discucnss the variety of gadgets, from innovative lithium-ion batteries made out of paper to gimmicks like AI robots and smart spoons. The podcast offers a behind-the-scenes look at the convention's environment, challenges faced with technology due to Bluetooth and WiFi interference, and...

In this inaugural episode of 2025, the podcast team discusses upcoming trends in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and social media, with a focus on TikTok. They predict increased use of AI in crafting sophisticated cyber threats like polymorphic malware and deepfakes, while noting the constant cat-and-mouse game between attackers and defenders. The conversation moves to societal impacts of AI, highlighting the slow yet trans...

In this festive episode of the Cybernews weekly podcast, the hosts and their special guest, AI Joe, recap the most significant cybersecurity events of 2024. They discuss topics such as Telegram's legal issues and its new stance on data sharing with authorities, two major data breaches named 'Mother of All Breaches' and 'Rock You 2024,' and the global impact of the CrowdStrike outage. The episode also touches on OpenAI's tumultuous ...

In this week's episode of Cybernews weekly podcast, the hosts delve into the festive season with discussions on a significant privacy breach involving Cellebrite, a forensic tool capable of unlocking smartphones, used by authorities and potentially misused by criminals. They explore TikTok trends where teens and even adults create PowerPoint presentations for Christmas gift requests, reflecting changing social dynamics and consumer...

In this episode of the Cyber News Weekly podcast, the hosts delve into the tactics of Russian hackers linked to the FSB, who have been using other threat actors' infrastructure for espionage. They discuss a major revelation by Microsoft Threat Intelligence about this group's long-term operations and the challenges in detecting such activities. The conversation then shifts to Pegasus spyware, revealing a disturbing trend of high-pro...

In this episode, CyberNews journalists explore the rising phenomenon of insecurity surrounding Spotify Wrapped and why some users feel compelled to manipulate their listening stats to appear "cool." They examine the subjective nature of music preferences and the societal pressures shaping sharing behaviors on social media.

The discussion then pivots to the potential introduction of tech tariffs under a new Trump administration, ana...

In this episode of the CyberNews Weekly Podcast, hosts delve into two key topics: Russian state-affiliated hackers' new methods of breaching Western organizations via neighboring Wi-Fi networks, and the emerging 'Yami Baito' schemes in Japan where youths are lured into cyber and physical crimes through deceptive online ads. They also discuss the concept of 'enshittification', which refers to the declining user experience on digital...

In this episode of Cyber News Weekly Podcast, hosts delve into the often deceptive nature of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. They discuss how retailers manipulate prices and sometimes offer lower-quality products under the guise of discounts. The conversation shifts to the identification and implications of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs), exploring government transparency, historical sightings, technological limitatio...

In this episode of the Cybernews Weekly podcast, our journalists dive into recent developments surrounding last year’s MOVEit vulnerability hacking spree. Sensitive employee data from major companies like Amazon, Delta Airlines, and Lenovo has been meticulously organized and leaked, sparking concerns about potential spear-phishing attacks and broader cybersecurity implications.

The discussion then shifts to social media, focusing o...

In this episode of Cyber News Weekly podcast, recorded right after the U.S. election night, the hosts discuss cybersecurity and the spread of disinformation during the election campaign. The conversation covers the muted influence of disinformation, bomb threats erroneously attributed to Russia, and the stability brought by a clear election winner. They also debate on Elon Musk's potential government role, the efficacy of disinfor...

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In this episode of the CyberNews Weekly Podcast, the hosts discuss the intersection of AI and mental health, sparked by a tragic incident in Florida where a 14-year-old's interactions with a Character AI chatbot allegedly led to his suicide. The conversation covers the potential dangers of chatbots, ...

🎙️ In this comprehensive episode of CyberNews, journalist explore the high energy costs of AI technologies like ChatGPT and the tech industry's shift from renewables to nuclear power. They discuss the environmental implications, investments from tech giants, and concepts like micro nuclear reactors from companies like Oklo. Prominent figures, including Eric Schmidt and Sam Altman, propose leveraging AI to combat climate change, de...