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Tech News Flash: Thursday -- December 12, 2019

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Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
Should Discord Be in Your Incident Response Toolbox?
New 'DNA of Things' Method Stores Digital Memory in Common Objects
Devs: Open Source Is Growing Despite Challenges

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Google's Chrome 79 Puts Heavy Emphasis on Security
Google has released an update to its Chrome browser with a slew of new
features that are heavy on security. The new version has 51 security
fixes. It offers improved password protection over earlier versions,
real-time phishing protection, and predictive phishing tools. Google
recognizes the issues and has taken steps to fix them, noted James
McQuiggan, security awareness advocate at KnowBe4.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86411.html

Facebook Won't Let US, UK, Australia Get Toe in Backdoor
Facebook has rejected a request from the U.S., the UK and Australia for
a "backdoor" in its encrypted messenger apps to help law enforcement
agencies combat crime and terrorism. "Cybersecurity experts have
repeatedly proven that when you weaken any part of an encrypted system,
you weaken it for everyone, everywhere," wrote WhatsApp head Will
Cathcart and Facebook Messenger head Stan Chudnovsky.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86409.html

Should Discord Be in Your Incident Response Toolbox?
Cybersecurity incident response teams have choices when it comes to
communication tools: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom and numerous others.
Some require a subscription or commercial license -- others are free.
Some are niche tools specifically designed for incident response. Some
are generic business communication tools that IR teams have adapted for
use during a cybersecurity incident.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86400.html

New 'DNA of Things' Method Stores Digital Memory in Common Objects
Researchers at a Swedish university have unveiled a method for mixing
genetically encoded digital data into common manufacturing materials.
The project, carried out in collaboration with an Israeli scientist,
involved embedding artificial DNA in a small plastic 3D-printed plastic
bunny, which would allow self-replication, according to a report
published in Nature Biotechnology .
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86407.html

Devs: Open Source Is Growing Despite Challenges
Optimism about the future of open source is high among software
developers worldwide. However, a growing number of devs worry that a
lack of funding threatens its sustainability. That is a key takeaway
from DigitalOcean's second annual open source survey. The online survey
provides a snapshot of the state of open source, as well as a gauge of
the inclusivity and friendliness of contributors.
http://www.technewsworld.com/story/86406.html

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