Unbound - Deep Tech & Space Insights | No 207

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Harvest Now, Decrypt Later: Why Hackers Are Waiting for Quantum Computing

by VentureBeat | 5 minute read

As quantum computing technology advances, hackers are increasingly storing encrypted data with plans to decrypt it once quantum capabilities improve. This article discusses the looming threat of quantum hacking and the pressing need for developing quantum-resistant encryption methods to protect sensitive data.

Adversarial Attacks on AI Models Are Rising: What Should You Do Now?

by VentureBeat | 6 minute read

Adversarial attacks targeting AI models are becoming more prevalent, necessitating immediate action from organizations to protect their systems. This article highlights the characteristics of these attacks and offers actionable strategies for enhancing AI security, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and proactive defenses.

AI Researchers Demonstrate 100% Success Rate in Bypassing Online CAPTCHAs

by Tom's Hardware | 4 minute read

In a groundbreaking study, AI researchers have achieved a 100% success rate in bypassing CAPTCHAs, raising serious concerns about online security protocols. This article explains the implications of this achievement for the effectiveness of current CAPTCHA systems and suggests that a reevaluation of these measures is essential for maintaining cybersecurity.

🌙 NASA - Best Photo from Last Week
The Stanley Cup Comes to Kennedy

NASA/Cory S Huston

The Stanley Cup, won in 2024 by the Florida Panthers, made a visit to the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on Sept. 17, 2024, as part of its championship tour.

The VAB currently houses components of the agency’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed mission on NASA’s path to establishing a long-term presence at the Moon for science and exploration through Artemis. Artemis II will send four astronauts around the Moon, testing NASA’s foundational human deep space exploration capabilities, the SLS rocket, and Orion spacecraft.

Image Credit: NASA/Cory S Huston

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