Weekly Tech Roundup for July 8, 2022
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Tech snippets
CISA warns of active exploitation of ‘PwnKit’ Linux Vulnerability in the Wild
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) this week moved to add a Linux vulnerability dubbed PwnKit to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. The PwnKit vulnerability allows users to run the PolicyKit executable pkexec, passing it a specific set of environment variables that cause an arbitrary library file to be loaded. – Ridwan Bello
The last remnant of Facebook’s crypto project would be shut down on September 1
Following the downturn in the cryptocurrency market, Meta has informed all its users of its “Novi website” digital wallet that they would be shutting down on the 1st of November 2022 and would no longer be available for use after that date. All users are encourage to withdraw their digital funds. – Amen Amiuwu
What Is Web 3.0 and how does it impact Digital Marketers?
Web 3.0 is going to utilize blockchain technology which will change the demands of customers for products and thus the marketing. This article explains the impact of Web 3.0 on digital marketing. -Tanaya Mukati
How to reset your iPhone, restart it, and wipe it clean
With the release of newer iPhone models in recent years, the steps used in reset have changed over time. Do you want to know how to go about this? – Sarah Ibe
The A, B, and C’s of funding terms
Startup funding across Africa has grown by at least 600% since 2017. In 2021, African startups raised more than $4 billion, tripling the $1.43 billion raised in 2020. – David Uwandu
How to add accent colours in Ubuntu 22.04
Do you look forward to using the accent colours in Ubuntu 22.04 or would you stick with the default orange colour? – Michael Alex
Tesla can now scan for potholes and adjust vehicle suspension to avoid damage
The good news for Tesla car owners as the tech giant has announced that a feature in their latest software could prevent vehicle underbody damage. The software will scan potholes and adjust vehicle suspension to prevent damage. – Joseph Oyebola
ASUS’ new wireless earbuds can convert to wired listening
Asus is providing a two-in-one solution Earbuds. Essentially, they are both wired and wireless earbuds. – Michael Ayangbade
Google’s latest Chrome update fixes an urgent security bug
Google’s new chrome update can fix security bug errors, making your web search safer from hackers. – Peculiar Favour
An artificial intelligence published an academic paper about itself
Wow, amazing technology has been invented in the world of Artificial Intelligence where an AI writes an academic paper about itself. We have been seeing a lot of creative new stuff in the AI industry and this is one of the best. – Sunday Oluyele
Apple’s new feature adds ‘extreme’ protection to your devices
When it comes to tech and the name Apple is mentioned, the thought of vehement privacy and the quality digital display comes to mind, and this is no exception as the Apple company has taken steps to increase security for people like journalists, activists, and politicians and users in general with a new setting in iOS 16, iPad 16, and macOS Ventura called Lockdown Mode. This new security advancement will get an iPhone, iPad, or Mac’s defences hardened in a way that interrupts methods we’ve seen used to compromise devices for highly targeted attacks. – Elias Peter
The guide to understanding good design
Understanding how a good design work in an organization. What is the opportunity of creating a nice design? – Sofiyat Lawal
Gboard’s split keyboard beta makes it easier to type on foldable phones
It is a useful change that should make it much easier to type on the huge displays found on the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. Although, it is worth pointing out that Samsung already has a keyboard app that offers a split-screen feature for its Fold lineup. – Opeyemi Orebiyi
Google is blocking uncertified devices from running Google apps
Google is blocking uncertified devices from running Google apps, but it will make an exception for custom ROMs. – Tolulope Bamisile
Five advanced data visualizations all data scientists should know
Are you a Data Scientist or Data enthusiast? Here are some advanced data visualization tools every data scientist needs to know. – Michael Adeyemi
How to block or blur your location from your smartphone’s apps
As much as it is good to put on your phone location to have your smartphone record your location with accuracy. Letting specific apps on your phone know where you are might be downright damaging if the location history they collect is sold to data brokers. – Samuel O. Ajala
FCC commissioner asks Apple and Google to remove TikTok from app stores
Brendan Carr, a member of the Federal Communications Commission, demanded on Tuesday that Google and Apple remove the TikTok app from their online shops due to grave privacy issues. The tech giant has been given until July 8th to comply. – Blessing A. Itohan
How to use Rust with Python and Python with Rust
Wondering how to use your favorite programming language, Python with Rust and Rust with Python? Learn how to use Python with Rust and Rust with Python. – Patrick Udoh
