Cybernews Podcast

• Bybit hack: How North Korean hackers stole $1.5B

  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 the series could happen in the wild.

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• Is DeepSeek Killing Nvidia?

  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 like ChatGPT. The discussion delves into the potential impacts on global AI development, market reactions, and the geopolitical dynamics between the US and China. The episode also touches on scams related to new technologies and the ongoing tech war.

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• Trump loves TikTok now?

  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 episode wraps up with a discussion on Donald Trump's involvement in cryptocurrency, raising ethical concerns about conflicts of interest and the broader implications for tech policies in the US. The hosts also touch on broader societal impacts and the roles of social media and freedom of speech in these political dynamics.

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• Cybernews at CES 2025: Mind-Blowing Gadgets & Wild Gimmicks

  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 the passion of startup innovators. They also touch on standout products like a bionic knee powered by AI and a needless injection device, providing a balanced view on the latest in technology and its future implications.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 discuss 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 the passion of startup innovators. They also touch on standout products like a bionic knee powered by AI and a needless injection device, providing a balanced view on the latest in technology and its future implications.

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• Tech in 2025: Russian hackers, AI and TikTok

  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 transformative integration of AI in daily life despite skepticism about its supposed 'revolution'. Lastly, the potential TikTok ban in the US is debated, considering the political and social ramifications, and speculating on possible outcomes as Trump takes office.

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