Here are the top 7 tech news stories of the past week or so:
- Microsoft BitLocker Encryption Cracked: Microsoft BitLocker encryption was cracked in just 43 seconds with a $4 Raspberry Pi Pico.
- Deepfake Scam: Scammers used a video call filled with deepfakes of executives to trick a company employee and steal $25 million.
- Mini PCs with Spyware: Mini PCs sold on Amazon were found to contain factory-installed spyware.
- Ring Doorbell Price Hike: Ring doorbell customers have expressed their dissatisfaction over a 43% price hike.
- AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D: AMD’s Ryzen 7 5700X3D, a binned silicon that couldn’t be sold as a 5800X3D, is now being offered for just $250.
- Amazon’s IPv4 Address Stockpile: Amazon has found a $1B jackpot in its stockpile of over 100 million IPv4 addresses.
- SSD Prices Increase: SSD prices are on the rise, according to a recent SSD Pricing Update.
