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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These 2 new types of Android malware steal your cryptocurrency — delete them now ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you have an Android phone, your crypto wallet is regularly at risk from bad actors with fake apps that steal your information. Two new malware families have been discovered — named ‘CherryBios’ and ‘FakeTrade.’ ]]>
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                                <p>If you have an Android phone, your crypto wallet is regularly at risk from bad actors with fake apps that steal your information. Two new malware families have been discovered — named ‘CherryBios’ and ‘FakeTrade.’</p><p>They were both on Google Play for a while, and being widely shared across social media and fake websites. Here is a little more about how they work, but please make sure you delete them immediately, and keep that wallet safe.</p><h2 id="popping-the-cherry-bios">Popping the Cherry (Bios)</h2><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:5000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.26%;"><img id="oSyzvu9dpExXCQ7wGbvq8f" name="Android malware 2.jpg" alt="Android malware" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oSyzvu9dpExXCQ7wGbvq8f.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="5000" height="2813" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Shutterstock)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Discovered by <a href="https://tech.hindustantimes.com/tech/news/trend-micro-finds-2-new-types-of-malware-on-google-play-store-is-it-on-your-phone-delete-now-71690710175053.html#:~:text=Trend%20Micro%20has%20found%20two,on%20the%20Google%20Play%20Store.&text=Cybercriminals%20are%20constantly%20evolving%20their,despair%20of%20innocent%20smartphone%20users." target="_blank"><u>Trend Micro</u></a>, these two new Android malware families have one goal in mind: steal your cryptocurrency details to conduct scams or nab your funds. </p><p>CherryBios has been distributed since April 2023, and is commonly found across social media, disguised as an AI tool or coin miner. To access your cryptocurrency funds, it manipulates your Accessibility service permissions to gain access to configuration files from the C2 server — a backdoor that can be used to automatically grant permissions without any user interaction.</p><p>With that, the user isn’t able to kill the app’s process of taking your crypto credentials. More concerning is the fact it also uses OCR (optical character recognition) to extract any text from images saved on your device. So if you screenshot your recovery phrase for your cryptocurrency wallet, that’s not safe when CherryBios is around!</p><p>FakeTrade is a separate campaign that uses the same nefarious means, but seems to be a little more widespread, given that 31 fraudulent apps were identified. These are posted like shopping-related programs or money-making offers to trick people into downloading them.</p><h2 id="outlook">Outlook</h2><p>Luckily, <a href="https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-android-malware-uses-ocr-to-steal-credentials-from-images/" target="_blank"><u>Google confirmed</u></a> the CherryBios malware-infected apps have been removed from the Play Store. But there is still a cause for concern here, given that the APK is being spread through social media and fake websites.</p><p>If you’re worried about these malicious APKs, check whether you downloaded from the following websites:</p><ul><li>chatgptc[.]io</li><li>happyminer[.]com</li><li>robot999[.]net</li><li>Synthnet[.]ai</li></ul><p>And as we always say, check your phone and delete them promptly if you have them. Either that or stay away from unofficial APKs from websites, and stick to the Play Store. It may take Google a little bit to remove malicious apps, but it’s a far more reliable place than going outside the system.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Stolen credit card data is getting cheaper on the dark web  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The dark web market is growing, with retailers selling stolen credit card data, cryptocurrency accounts, hacked Gmail and Twitter accounts, and purchasable malware for significantly cheaper prices over the past year. ]]>
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                                <p>The dark web market is growing, with retailers selling stolen credit card data, cryptocurrency accounts, hacked Gmail and Twitter accounts, and purchasable malware for significantly cheaper prices over the past year. <br><br>As researched in the <a href="https://www.privacyaffairs.com/dark-web-price-index-2022/">Dark Web Price Index 2022</a>, cybersecurity analysts at Privacy Affairs discovered the dark web data market grew larger in total volume and product variety, with more than 9,000 active vendors selling everything from fake IDs and credit cards from February 2021 to January 2022. What&apos;s more, there were reportedly several thousands of transactions. </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-antivirus-apps">Best antivirus apps</a> in 2022</li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/what-is-tor-and-how-it-can-help-you-be-anonymous-online">What is Tor and how it can help you be anonymous online</a></li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/best-vpn-deals">Best VPN deals</a> in 2022</li></ul><p>Compared to the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/your-gmail-is-worth-more-than-a-bank-account-on-the-dark-web">previous year&apos;s report</a>, supply has grown and prices have dropped. Malicious customers now have access to more hacked crypto accounts including verified Xcoins, bitit.io and Bit2me accounts, along with web services such as Uber. <br><br>According to cybersecurity specialist Patricia Ruffio, the dark web market&apos;s growth is due to notable changes in operations, including a new market leader and mimicking conventional marketing and retail operations methods. <br><br>"These days, Dark Web sites compete on the quality of their security and customer service," Ruffio states. "So, it’s no surprise that they now use traditional marketing tactics, too. Discounts (Buy 2 cloned credit cards, get one free), coupons, and product reviews are becoming common sights on the most competitive sites."</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1572px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.23%;"><img id="ENkvCcLMNrgqgpYwxRvb6P" name="credit-cards-dark-web (1).jpg" alt="Screenshot of stolen credit cards sold on dark web" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ENkvCcLMNrgqgpYwxRvb6P.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="1" width="1572" height="884" attribution="" endorsement="" class="expandable"><a href='https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ENkvCcLMNrgqgpYwxRvb6P.jpg' target='_blank' class='expand-button icon-expand-image icon' ></a></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="caption-text">Screenshot of stolen credit cards sold on dark web (via Privacy Affairs)  </span><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Privacy Affairs )</span></figcaption></figure><p>There has reportedly been a shift in market leaders, too. the most active site, White House Market, closed in October 2021. This led to other sites filling the gap, including other market sites including ToRReZ and a "reconstituted" AlphaBay. Plus, the dark web has apparently become more secure, using "more sophisticated" security measures.  "Last year, Monero cryptocurrency replaced Bitcoin as payment, and pretty good privacy (PGP) encryption methods ruled the day. These security tools still reign supreme," Ruffio claims. <br><br>As for the drop in prices, everything from cloned credit cards and data, which saw around 4.5 million credit cards go up for sale in December, to hacked online service accounts, including one-year Netflix subscriptions, are now cheaper. <br><br>Here are a few notable products and their price changes on the dark web: </p><ul><li>Credit card details, account balance up to $5,000 — was $240 now $120 </li><li>Stolen online banking logins, minimum $2,000 on account — was $120 now $65 </li><li>PayPal transfer from stolen account, $1,000 – $3,000 balances — was $340 now $45 </li><li>Cash App verified account — was $1,000 now $800 </li><li>Kraken verified account — $810 now $250 </li><li>Coinbase verified account — was $619 now $120 </li><li>Netflix account, 1-year subscription — was $44 now $25 </li><li>New York driver’s license — was $80 now $70 </li><li>Maltese passport — was $6,500 now $3,800</li><li>Europe fresh, high-quality per 1,000 installs (malware) — was $2,500 now $1,800</li><li>USA high-quality, per 1,000 installs (malware) — was $1,900 now $1,700</li><li>Unprotected website, 10-50k requests per second, 1 month (DDoS attack) — was $1,000 now $850 </li></ul><p>While it&apos;s unnerving to see the amount of stolen, hacked, or bogus data and documents being sold on the dark web, there are plenty of ways to keep yourself secure while online. Plus. as the report points out, law enforcement security specialists have become more skillful, too. You can opt to use one of the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-antivirus-apps">best antivirus apps</a>, along with one of the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-password-managers">best password managers</a> and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-do-2fa">set up 2FA</a>. <br><br>The annual Dark Web Price Index uses data collection methods including scanning dark web marketplaces, forums, and websites. You can check out other products and prices in Privacy Affairs&apos; <a href="https://www.privacyaffairs.com/dark-web-price-index-2022/">report</a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Strangest devices of 2021: Crypto-mining Game Boy, AirPods washing machine and more ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With the year coming to a close and CES 2022 gearing up to show off a new slate of hit-or-miss devices, we take a look back at the strangest devices to grace our screens in 2021. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ darragh.murphy@futurenet.com (Darragh Murphy) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Darragh Murphy ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qc3wCivSfpsC5HDLofWYab.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Darragh Murphy is fascinated by all things bizarre, which usually leads to assorted coverage varying from washing machines designed for AirPods to the mischievous world of cyberattacks. Whether it&#039;s connecting Scar from The Lion King to two-factor authentication or turning his love for gadgets into a fabricated rap battle from 8 Mile, he believes there’s always a quirky spin to be made. With a Master’s degree in Magazine Journalism from The University of Sheffield, along with short stints at Kerrang! and Exposed Magazine, Darragh started his career writing about the tech industry at Time Out Dubai and ShortList Dubai, covering everything from the latest iPhone models and Huawei laptops to massive Esports events in the Middle East. Now, he can be found proudly diving into gaming, gadgets, and letting readers know the joys of docking stations for Laptop Mag. &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>It’s been a wild year for technology. We’ve seen Apple demolish its competition in processing power thanks to the M1 Pro and M1 Max <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/apple-macbook-pro-2021-14-inch-review"><u>MacBook Pro</u></a>, Sony fitting a professional-grade camera sensor in the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/features/sony-xperia-pro-i-hands-on"><u>Xperia Pro-I</u></a>, and the birth of the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/features/whats-the-metaverse"><u>Metaverse</u></a>. Oh, and a KFConsole that can keep your chicken warm while playing <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/halo-infinite"><u>Halo Infinite</u></a>. <br><br>With every shining star introduced to the tech industry comes a number of anomalies, and 2021 has seen some particularly strange devices. If you ever wanted an RGB-infused smart mark or a washing machine to keep your AirPods squeaky clean, 2021 has been your year. <br><br>With the year coming to a close and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/laptop-mag-ces-awards-how-to-submit-your-product">CES 2022</a> gearing up to show off a new slate of hit-or-miss devices, we take a look back at the strangest devices to grace our screens in 2021.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/best-laptops-1"><u>Best laptop</u></a> 2021: 20 laptops for every use case and budget </li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-smartphones"><u>Best smartphones</u></a> in 2021 </li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/best-laptop-deals"><u>Best laptop deals</u></a> in 2021 </li></ul><h2 id="xa0-crypto-mining-nintendo-game-boy-xa0"> Crypto-mining Nintendo Game Boy </h2><p>This year has seen a surge of popularity in the ever-lucrative <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin"><u>cryptocurrency</u></a> market . From major financial corporations such as Mastercard and PayPal now <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/mastercard-to-accept-cryptocurrency-in-2021-what-you-need-to-know">accepting</a> select cryptocurrencies to a Pokémon Go-esque <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/features/the-best-play-to-earn-crypto-game"><u>play-to-earn crypto game</u></a>, digital currency will only continue to evolve to stranger heights. Those who own the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-laptops-for-crypto-mining-2021"><u>best laptops for crypto mining</u></a> are likely happily mining Bitcoin, leaving everyone else who are finding it virtually impossible to nab a system gnashing their teeth. Well, when the going gets tough, some enterprising miners figured out how to get the job done on a Nintendo Game Boy.</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="high" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/4ckjr9x214c" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>Known for modding age-old devices, YouTuber <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3S8vxwRfqLBdIhgRlDRVzw">stacksmashing</a> successfully found a way to mine Bitcoin on a Game Boy. I mean, who needs an <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/a-beginners-guide-to-nvidia-geforce-rtx-30-series-gpus-for-laptops">Nvidia GeForce RTX </a>GPU anyway? But don&apos;t expect to just dig out your old Game Boy and start earning some Bitcoin, though. The YouTuber had to add a few tweaks to successfully mine on a device that came out in 1989. That alone hints at how slow it can mine.</p><p>As explained, the modder had to find a way for the Game Boy to connect to the internet — an essential part of connecting to the Bitcoin network. This was done by using a Raspberry Pi Pico and modified Nintendo Game Link Cable, with the Game Boy connected to the Raspberry Pi Pico through a logic shifter and the Pico attached to a computer.</p><p>How well did it work? Compared to application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) miners today, which offer up to 100 terahashes per second, the Game Boy delivered 0.8 hashes per second. That&apos;s considerably slower than modern machines, but hey, at least it works. Unless you have millions of years to spare, you&apos;re better off finding other options to get Bitcoin.<br><br>- <em>Darragh Murphy</em> </p><h2 id="xa0-airpods-washing-machine-xa0"> AirPods washing machine  </h2><p>Apple’s popular lineup of AirPods look incredibly swish right out the box, but <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/apple-airpods-3-review"><u>AirPods</u></a> owners will forever have to deal with one gross problem — earwax. Ew, yuck, etc. What if there was a special washing machine that cleans up that problem? Introducing the Cardlax EarBuds Washer: a bizarre washing machine specifically designed to clean and polish your AirPods. In as little as two minutes, your AirPods will go in a mess and come out looking brand spankin’ new. Well, dirt-free, at the very least. </p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PznxPXqt8rc?start=88" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>The Cardlax EarBuds Washer is powered via <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/articles/usb-type-c-faq">USB-C</a> and is equipped with a soft brush and a built-in makeup sponge soaked in a cleaning solution that will clean your AirPods in as little as two minutes.</p><p>The brush tool cleans the inside of the earbuds, while the actual washing machine part of the device uses a rotating sponge dosed in an "anti-bacterial" spray that claims to attach and absorb all that disgusting goo and particles. While it looks like a fun and nifty device to use, we suspect the brush tool does a majority of the cleaning up.</p><p>The washer isn&apos;t <em>just </em>for Apple&apos;s popular earbuds, as it&apos;s also compatible with Samsung products such as the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/samsung-galaxy-buds-pro-review">Galaxy Buds Pro</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds">Bose&apos;s QuietComfort Earbuds</a>, Jaybird, Jabra, ECHO, and 99% of other <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-wireless-earbuds"><u>wireless earbuds</u></a>. Strangely, there&apos;s no mention of Sony&apos;s WF-1000xM3. Perhaps those headphones make up the 1%.</p><p>If you prefer a miniature washing machine to get rid of nasty gunk, the Cardlax EarBuds Washer can be nabbed from $33 with an early bird offer, with shipping fees ranging from $6 to $15. However, as with all things on Kickstarter, it pays to be skeptical.<br><br>- <em>Darragh Murphy</em></p><h2 id="xa0-the-10-second-toothbrush-xa0"> The 10-second toothbrush  </h2><p>Every dentist will tell you to brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day. This is standard practice to keep your gnashers squeaky clean, but those 120 seconds can sometimes feel like an eternity. Instead of a small set of bristles designed to clean one tooth at a time, why not get a toothbrush that cleans them all at once?</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/oNgjoWwYlsg" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>The <a href="https://y-brush.com/en"><u>Y-Brush toothbrush</u></a> is the answer. Designed like a mouthguard, the odd-looking brush was first shown off at CES 2021 and is now used by “tens of thousands of customers.” If that’s the case, it might be less strange and more revolutionary. Still, compared to the conventional toothbrush, this device is bizarre to look at.<br><br>The Y-Brush is deemed to be the only “360 toothbrush robot” on the market, boasting 35,000 nylon bristles that remove plaque in as little as five seconds for your top and bottom set of teeth. This is done through three different vibration modes that perform 20,000 oscillations per minute. A mouthguard that brushes your teeth posthaste is ideal, but the $152/ £111 price tag certainly isn’t. If you’re looking for an out-there Christmas gift, you may have found it.<br><br>- <em>Darragh Murphy</em></p><h2 id="expanscape-apos-s-aurora-7-laptop-xa0">Expanscape&apos;s Aurora 7 laptop </h2><p>From the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/asus-zenbook-pro-duo-ux582l-review"><u>Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15</u></a> to the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/lenovo-thinkbook-plus-g2-itg-review"><u>Lenovo ThinkBook Plus G2 ITG</u></a>, dual-screen laptops push the limit on what a laptop can be — and they look snazzy. So, when does a laptop stop being a laptop? Expanscape&apos;s Aurora 7 laptop may answer that question with a resounding "until I say so." The company developed a seven-screen laptop intended for developers, cyber-security analysts and even content creators. Given the specs its latest <a href="https://expanscape.com/the-aurora-7-prototype/a7-m3-prototype-specifications/">M3 protoype</a> offers, we&apos;re not in the least bit surprised.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:3855px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.24%;"><img id="wLEptyebadZMohmgmrTAHg" name="Expanscape_Aurora_7_Pic2 (1).jpg" alt="Seven Screen Laptop" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wLEptyebadZMohmgmrTAHg.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="1" width="3855" height="2168" attribution="" endorsement="" class="expandable"><a href='https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wLEptyebadZMohmgmrTAHg.jpg' target='_blank' class='expand-button icon-expand-image icon' ></a></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Expanscape )</span></figcaption></figure><p>The Aurora 7 boasts four 17.3-inch, 4K panels along with three 7-inch 1920 x 1200-pixel displays. There&apos;s even a mini-LCD display under the keyboard for system status and user-configurable info. As you might tell by now, this isn&apos;t a thin machine.<br><br>Each of the panels swivel out of the laptop&apos;s chassis, which means no extra screens or extensions need to be added when setting it up, making it a true portable laptop.<br><br>“How on earth is this thing powered?” is a very good question. It takes two internal batteries, and even they can&apos;t make it last very long with a power source. Its primary internal battery has a 82Wh capacity for the system alone, while its 148Wh-capacity secondary battery powers its screens. Expanscape notes users "cannot currently take [the] system on a plane," but we don&apos;t wonder why. The battery life for the screens lasts 2 hours 20 minutes, but when using the full system with the processors boasting higher clock speeds of 4GHz, it goes for only 28 minutes. Keep that machine plugged in.<br><br>We’re not sure if Expanscape&apos;s Aurora 7 laptop will ever hit the market, seeing as the company’s <a href="https://expanscape.com/"><u>website</u></a> disappeared. It does exist, however, and I dare laptop manufacturers to follow suit.<br><br>- <em>Darragh Murphy</em></p><h2 id="kfconsole-xa0">KFConsole </h2><p>When I heard that Kentucky Fried Chicken — the fast-food chain notorious for selling dry biscuits and greasy chicken that tastes like leather — launched a gaming console, I thought it was a joke. I double-checked the date, and no, it was not April 1st. KFC truly lost its mind, er I mean, tapped into its “creative side” and rolled out a gaming console that doubles as a chicken warmer for gamers who’ve been plagued by the horrors of cold meat.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:800px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="XNwJzhwTNJaaCDGzMatjs" name="kfc-console.jpg" alt="KFC console" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XNwJzhwTNJaaCDGzMatjs.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="1" width="800" height="450" attribution="" endorsement="" class="expandable"><a href='https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XNwJzhwTNJaaCDGzMatjs.jpg' target='_blank' class='expand-button icon-expand-image icon' ></a></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Cooler Master)</span></figcaption></figure><p>The KFConsole is packed with an ninth-gen Intel Core i9 CPU and an unspecified, swappable Asus RTX graphics card. KFC boasts that the gaming console is VR ready, features ray tracing, outputs 240 frames per second at up to 240Hz, and supports 4K gaming. Thanks to the KFConsole, you can play <em>Cyberpunk 2077 </em>and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war"><u><em>Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War</em></u></a> while ensuring that your fried chicken remains crispy. It’s a strange concept, but on the plus side, KFC is self-aware about the additional cooking its fried chicken needs. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1178px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.28%;"><img id="QiXVLAgE4rpHRPAiMZiLEE" name="kfc-console2 Cropped.jpg" alt="KFConsole" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QiXVLAgE4rpHRPAiMZiLEE.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="1" width="1178" height="663" attribution="" endorsement="" class="expandable"><a href='https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QiXVLAgE4rpHRPAiMZiLEE.jpg' target='_blank' class='expand-button icon-expand-image icon' ></a></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Cooler Master)</span></figcaption></figure><p>We love that KFC is perpetuating the sedentary, couch-potato lifestyle. As gamers sink hours upon hours into their favorite titles, a chicken-warming console is just what they needed — more incentives to keep them anchored to their <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-gaming-chairs"><u>gaming chairs</u></a> all day.</p><p>— <em>Kimberly Gedeon</em> </p><h2 id="razer-x2019-s-100-zephyr-smart-mask">Razer’s $100 Zephyr Smart Mask</h2><p>If you’ve ever wanted to go for the post-apocalyptic, end-of-the-world, tactical gas mask look to add to your hazmat suit wardrobe, Razer’s new Zephyr is the accessory you’ve been waiting for. In 2019, if you told me that we’d all be wearing masks the following year to battle a contagious, world-dominating virus, I would have scoffed and said, “You’re out of your mind.” But here we are in the thick of mask mandates, COVID-19 vaccinations and new coronavirus variants. In the midst of all the madness, Razer swooped in to capitalize on a gap in the market: luxury, high-end smart masks.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1600px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="voBfCouunqoVd8ciT9pLJY" name="razermask777.jpg" alt="Razer Zephyr Mask" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/voBfCouunqoVd8ciT9pLJY.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="1" width="1600" height="900" attribution="" endorsement="" class="expandable"><a href='https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/voBfCouunqoVd8ciT9pLJY.jpg' target='_blank' class='expand-button icon-expand-image icon' ></a></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Razer)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Wearing the Razer Zephyr Smart Mask makes it look like you’re defending yourself against spores in The Last of Us, a game that seemed to creepily portend the fate of our world. It’s packed with FDA-registered, N95-grade filters that are lab tested for 99% bacterial filtration efficiency. However, Razer can’t say for sure whether the Zephyr Smart Mask is an effective defense against COVID-19. The mask is technically a wearable air purifier; it features chambers that allow freshly filtered air to flow freely so that you can breathe comfortably. As if that wasn’t bizarre enough, in true Razr fashion, the Zephyr Smart Mask also features RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors and head-turning effects. I never thought we’d come to a point in our society where we’d need to charge our masks via USB-C cables, but here we are. Razer’s Zephyr Smart Mask is certainly one of the strangest devices of 2021.<br><br>— <em>Kimberly Gedeon</em></p><h2 id="xbox-series-x-mini-fridge-xa0">Xbox Series X mini fridge </h2><p>It started as a troll on everyone who thought the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/xbox-series-x"><u>Xbox Series X</u></a> looked like a fridge, but then those same people wanted to buy one. So Microsoft listened and gave us the Xbox mini fridge.</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MnIiRygj-nY" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>Unlike everyone else’s in-depth descriptions of specs and capabilities, there’s literally not much to talk about here, because it is quite simply a mini fridge. It measures 18 x 9 x 9 inches with a 13.8 x 6.8 x 6.8-inch internal compartment, which is just about enough room for four cans. And at $99.99, you could probably get a similar-sized chiller for cheaper, but none of them will have quite the same prestige as having the next gen console on your desk.</p><p>What is probably most hilarious is the fact this fridge is sometimes harder to buy than the actual console.<br><br>— <em>Jason England</em> </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Cybersecurity researchers investigated the dark web market and discovered how much private information on notable online platforms is worth, and the results are staggering. ]]>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/researchers-are-developing-an-unhackable-cpu-watch-out-intel">Cybersecurity</a> analysts investigated the dark web market and discovered how much private information on notable online platforms, from <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/5-tips-to-keep-your-privacy-on-facebook">Facebook </a>to <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/coinbase-lets-you-buy-cryptocurrency-using-paypal-what-you-need-to-know">Coinbase</a>, is worth — and the results are staggering. <br><br>Researchers at cybersecurity <a href="https://www.privacyaffairs.com/dark-web-price-index-2021/">site</a> Privacy Affairs (via <a href="https://bgr.com/tech/gmail-account-how-much-yours-is-worth-to-hackers-dark-web-price-5928154/">BGR</a>) have put together a Dark Web Price Index 2021 to reveal the price value of leaked information stolen by hackers, noting that 2020 has seen companies such as <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/is-your-password-hacked-google-chrome-will-automatically-fix-it-for-you">Google</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/microsoft-massive-email-hack-ransomware-now-targeting-microsoft-exchange-vulnerabilities">Microsoft</a>, and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/mastercard-to-accept-cryptocurrency-in-2021-what-you-need-to-know">MasterCard</a> fall victim to nasty security breaches. </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/gmail-tips-and-tricks-how-to">How to Use Gmail Like a Pro</a></li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-to-buy-in-2021">Best cryptocurrency</a> 2021 by utility — and it&apos;s not Bitcoin or Dogecoin</li><li>The <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/best-laptop-deals">best laptop deals</a> in 2021</li></ul><p>According to the price index, the dark web market sells hacked <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/how-to-turn-off-gmail-nudge">Gmail</a> accounts at a much higher price than a cloned Mastercard, Visa, or American Express PIN number, and even more than stolen online banking credentials with a minimum of $100 on an account. </p><h2 id="how-much-is-your-gmail-worth-on-the-dark-web">How much is your Gmail worth on the dark web?</h2><p>Privacy Affairs&apos; dark web price index indicates that a hacked Gmail account is priced at $80, while a Mastercard and Visa PIN goes for $25. What&apos;s more, stolen online bank logins with at least $100 in an account are priced at $40.<br><br>Bank accounts with a minimum of $2,000 sell for a much higher price, at $120, but you&apos;ll find that even a hacked global credit card details with the CVV number only goes for $35.<br><br>While it is surprising to see a Gmail account selling for a much higher price, email accounts are generally a hub of private information. A Gmail can be linked to every online platform that stores personal and financial information, meaning hackers can potentially loot through more than just a bank account through a Gmail.<br><br>The price index also points out the value of a PayPal account, with stolen PayPal account details with a minimum of $1,000 costing $120, while a hacked Coinbase verified account is priced at a whopping $610.<br><br>Coinbase is used to buy and sell a variety of <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-to-buy-in-2021">cryptocurrency</a>, including <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">Bitcoin</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/whats-the-difference-between-ethereum-and-ethereum-classic">Ethereum</a>, and more. Crypto accounts sell at a much higher price than anything else, such as a verified Blockchain.com account priced at $310 and a Binance account costing $410.<br><br>Here are a few other notable products being sold on the dark web:</p><ul><li>Hacked Facebook account - $65</li><li>Hacked Instagram account - $45</li><li>Hacked Twitter account - $35</li><li>Hacked Uber driver account - $14</li><li>600,000 New Zealand emails - $10</li><li>Netflix account with a one year subscription - $44</li><li>Netflix 4K account with a one year subscription - $4</li></ul><p>We&apos;re not sure why hackers would want to pay $44 for a one-year Netflix account subscription when they can also pay $4 for an account in 4K. Additionally, if hackers are on the dark web market, we suspect they watch Netflix shows using free, illegal methods. <br><br>You can find out more by checking out Privacy Affairs&apos; Dark Web Price Index 2021 right <a href="https://www.privacyaffairs.com/dark-web-price-index-2021/">here</a> </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Threat analysts have discovered a new info-stealing malware that targets cryptocurrency wallets including Ethereum, along with other popular platforms such as NordVPN, Telegram, Discord and Steam. ]]>
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                                <p>Threat analysts have discovered a new info-stealing malware that targets <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">cryptocurrency</a> wallets including <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/whats-the-difference-between-ethereum-and-ethereum-classic">Ethereum</a>, along with other popular platforms such as <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/nordvpn">NordVPN</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-messaging-apps-in-2021-whatsapp-alternatives-you-need-to-try">Telegram</a>, Discord and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/how-much-is-your-steam-account-worth">Steam</a>. <br><br>Cybersecurity company Trend Micro <a href="https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/research/21/e/new-panda-stealer-targets-cryptocurrency-wallets-.html?PID=100021860&SID=87443X1540249X751db4f2daffce80fd7362467f4f8859&cjevent=ceba1219ae4111eb8242927f0a82b82c">spotted</a> the malware, named Panda Stealer, in early April, and it has already affected countries including the United States, Australia, Japan, and Germany during a spam wave. Yikes. </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/whats-the-difference-between-ethereum-and-ethereum-classic">What&apos;s the difference between Ethereum and Ethereum Classic?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/what-is-safemoon-the-new-crypto-craze-explained-like-youre-5">What is SafeMoon?</a></li><li>The <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/best-gaming-laptop-deals">best gaming laptop deals</a> in May 2021</li></ul><p>As noted in the post (via <a href="https://bgr.com/tech/malware-attack-new-variant-strains-discovered-panda-stealer-5923773/">BGR</a>), the malware spreads via spam emails that mimic business quote requests containing an Excel file with the Panda Stealer loader hidden within. Once opened, the malware gets to work.<br><br>Panda Stealer targets an unsuspecting victim&apos;s cryptocurrency wallets, including private keys and information regarding past transactions. This information can access different digital wallets including Dash, Bytecoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum.<br><br>Unfortunately, threat analysts have also stated it can steal credentials on other privacy-heavy apps, including <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-vpn-services">VPN services</a> such as Nord VPN and messaging apps such as Telegram and Discord.<br><br>What&apos;s more, it also has the ability to take screenshots of a victim&apos;s PC, and exfiltrating data from browsers like cookies, passwords, and cards. During the investigation, Trend Micro found more than 14 users had already been affected by the malware.<br><br>With many cryptocurrencies seeing record-breaking spikes lately, including <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-buy-dogecoin-the-gamestop-equivalent-cryptocurrency-on-reddits-radar">Dogecoin</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-buy-safemoon">SafeMoon</a>, and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/why-is-ethereum-classic-going-up-etc-price-skyrockets-to-all-time-high-of-dollar110">Ethereum Classic</a>, malicious actors take this as their chance to spot vulnerabilities and swipe valuable digital wallets from unsuspecting victims. A recent <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/nasty-macbook-with-m1-malware-could-steal-your-cryptocurrency">M1 MacBook malware</a> was all about stealing a user&apos;s cryptocurrency information. <br><br>While it&apos;s always a good idea to stay clear of suspicious emails, users are still open to attacks. Trend Micro has provided a list of files, domains, and IP addresses that were found during its investigation. For a further breakdown of Panda Stealer and what to look out for, <a href="https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/research/21/e/new-panda-stealer-targets-cryptocurrency-wallets-.html?PID=100021860&SID=87443X1540249X751db4f2daffce80fd7362467f4f8859&cjevent=ceba1219ae4111eb8242927f0a82b82c">check out the post</a>. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Security researchers have found a new malware campaign that's targeting M1 MacBook models, and it now has the potential to steal a user's cryptocurrency information. ]]>
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                                <p>Security researchers have found an ongoing malware campaign that&apos;s targeting <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/macbook-air-m1-2020">M1 MacBook</a> models, and it now has the potential to steal a user&apos;s <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">cryptocurrency</a> information. Once malicious actors get a hold of this, say goodbye to your digital tokens.<br><br>According to IT security company <a href="https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/research/21/d/xcsset-quickly-adapts-to-macos-11-and-m1-based-macs.html?PID=8900246&SID=tomshardware-gb-1258983753169343700&cjevent=e283cc1ca1e911eb80c402dd0a180510">Trend Micro</a>, the XCSSET malware can now run on ARM-based M1 processors via Xcode — Apple&apos;s integrated development environment (IDE) used to develop software for the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/iphone-12">iPhone</a>, <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/ipad-buying-guide">iPad </a>and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/macos-big-sur">macOS</a>. </p><ul><li>The <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-macbook-deals">best MacBook deals</a> for April 2021</li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/best-apple-laptops">Best MacBook</a> in 2021: Which Apple laptop is best?</li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/how-to/how-to-buy-dogecoin-the-gamestop-equivalent-cryptocurrency-on-reddits-radar">How to buy Dogecoin</a></li></ul><p>The malware was first spotted in August 2020 (via <a href="https://thehackernews.com/2021/04/malware-spreads-via-xcode-projects-now.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheHackersNews+%28The+Hackers+News+-+Cyber+Security+Blog%29">The Hacker News</a>) but has only recently been updated to attack M1-equipped MacBook models, along with stealing cryptocurrency information.<br><br>As for how it works, XCSSET mainly targets Xcode developers. As the researcher points out, it loads malicious Safari frameworks and related JavaScript backdoors. Basically, it imitates packages such as “Safari 14” or icons for <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/reviews/macos-big-sur">Big Sur</a> and infects Xcode projects.<br><br>While the malware steals a user&apos;s private information on websites, it can also be used to impact cryptocurrency trading platforms by replacing the address in a user&apos;s cryptocurrency wallet with the malicious actors. Security researchers suggest users only "download apps from official and legitimate marketplaces."<br><br>Despite macOS Big Sur getting a boost in security, there will always be a new breed of malware for security researchers to deal with. While this hit mainly targets developers, this means there&apos;s a way for malware to slip past to infect more users.<br><br>This isn&apos;t the first malware to come to M1 MacBook models; we previously reported <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/apples-m1-laptops-face-their-first-malware-threat-heres-what-we-know">Apple&apos;s first malware threat</a> to come to the tech giant&apos;s own ARM-based silicon.<br><br>(H/T <a href="https://www.tomshardware.com/news/xcsset-malware-targets-m1-macs-xcode?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_medium=social">Tom&apos;s Hardware</a>)</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ You can mine Bitcoin on a Nintendo Game Boy — here's how it works ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ YouTuber stacksmashing has successfully found a way to mine Bitcoin on a Game Boy. ]]>
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                                <p>With financial corporations such as Mastercard and PayPal now <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/mastercard-to-accept-cryptocurrency-in-2021-what-you-need-to-know">accepting</a> select <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">cryptocurrencies</a>, it comes as no surprise there&apos;s been a recent surge in Bitcoin mining. GPUs are the best way to do this, but seeing as it can be hard to get your hands on a decent one these days, this YouTuber found another solution.<br><br>Known for modding age-old devices, YouTuber <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3S8vxwRfqLBdIhgRlDRVzw">stacksmashing</a> has successfully found a way to mine Bitcoin on a Game Boy. Who needs an <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/a-beginners-guide-to-nvidia-geforce-rtx-30-series-gpus-for-laptops">Nvidia GeForce RTX </a>GPU anyway? </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/features/what-are-nfts#:~:text=NFTs%20are%20one%2Dof%2Da,a%20genuine%20and%20original%20entity.">What are NFTs?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">How to buy Bitcoin</a></li><li>The <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/nintendo-switch-games-on-sale">best Nintendo Switch game deals</a> of March 2021</li></ul><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/4ckjr9x214c" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>Don&apos;t expect to just dig out your old Game Boy and start earning some Bitcoin. As spotted by <a href="https://www.tomshardware.com/news/mine-bitcoin-game-boy-raspberry-pi">Tom&apos;s Hardware</a>, the YouTuber had to add a few tweaks to successfully mine on a device that came out in 1989. That alone hints at how slow it can mine.<br><br>As explained, the modder had to find a way for the Game Boy to connect to the internet — an essential part of connecting to the Bitcoin network. This was done by using a Raspberry Pi Pico and modified Nintendo Game Link Cable, with the Game Boy connected to the Raspberry Pi Pico through a logic shifter and the Pico attached to a computer.<br><br>So, how well did it work? Compared to application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) miners today, which offer up to 100 terahashes per second, the Game Boy delivered 0.8 hashes per second. That&apos;s considerably slower than modern machines, but hey, at least it works.<br><br>Unless you have millions of years to spare, you&apos;re better off finding other options to get Bitcoin. If you are looking, here&apos;s <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">how to buy Bitcoin</a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Nvidia's latest GPUs may solve problems for gamers — and cryptocurrency miners ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Nvidia's GPUs have been some of the hottest commodities on the market recently with its latest 30-series GPUs unmatched for both gaming and cryptocurrency mining performance, but it may have a solution that reduces shortages and keeps both sides happy. ]]>
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                                <p>Cryptocurrency is enjoying another surge in value and general interest. People are now trying to find out <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-buy-dogecoin-the-gamestop-equivalent-cryptocurrency-on-reddits-radar">how to buy Dogecoin</a> and are searching for the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">best cryptocurrency exchanges</a> to get in on the action, but this demand has also driven crypto mining hardware through the roof.</p><p><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/features/nvidia-rtx-30-series-faq">Nvidia RTX 30-series</a> GPUs are some of the most impacted products resulting in considerable frustration for gamers as supplies were already limited. Well, it looks like Nvidia&apos;s latest releases may finally offer some relief for both sides (via <a href="https://www.anandtech.com/show/16493/nvidia-launches-cmp-dedicated-mining-hardware">AnandTech</a>).</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/news/a-beginners-guide-to-nvidia-geforce-rtx-30-series-gpus-for-laptops">Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 series mobile GPUs: A beginner&apos;s guide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/best-gaming-laptops">Best gaming laptops</a> 2021</li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/best-deals">Best cheap laptop deals</a> for February 2021</li></ul><h2 id="nvidia-rtx-3060">Nvidia RTX 3060</h2><p>Now diehard gamers may scoff at the RTX 3060, but it may offer the blueprint for a longer-term solution to this problem. The change that Nvidia is making isn&apos;t at the hardware level, but rather, to the software drivers. The rate at which the RTX 3060 will be able to mine cryptocurrency will be halved, dramatically changing the value proposition for crypto mining. </p><p>It&apos;s too late for Nvidia to retroactively do this for the higher-end GPUs as miners would simply use the pre-existing drivers, but if this proves successful, it may be the solution for the next generation GPUs.</p><figure class="van-image-figure " data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="3VEzQdL9hSuv5usyTJnm3U" name="LPT-Nvidia-30-series-geforce-ampere-architecture.jpg" alt="Nvidia RTX 30-Series" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3VEzQdL9hSuv5usyTJnm3U.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Nvidia)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="nvidia-cmp-hx-gpus">Nvidia CMP HX GPUs</h2><p>The second part of the equation is the introduction of a new set of dedicated mining cards. The Nvidia CMP HX will be available in four different configurations ranging from 125W output to 320W.  These GPUs drop the video outputs at the silicon level as that isn&apos;t necessary for crypto mining. </p><p>While you would assume these four GPUs would roughly map out to the 3060, 3070, 3080 and 3090, unfortunately, that doesn&apos;t seem to be the case. The top-end 90HX is much less efficient than either the 3090 or even the 3080. The other three models all come in below the previous generation RTX 2080 Ti, with only the 125W 30HX delivering slightly superior efficiency. </p><p>The big question on these GPUs will be pricing. If they are drastically undercutting the cost of the traditional 30-series GPUs, the chips could be appealing to crypto miners. Nvidia hasn&apos;t given any pricing details yet. The announcement simply indicated that these GPUs will be available through Asus, Colorful, EVGA, Gigabyte, MSI, Palit, and PC Partner. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Cryptocurrency scam running rampant on Discord — and it looks legit ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Discord servers have recently seen a number of scams involving a fake cryptocurrency exchange for free Bitcoin or Ethereum. The worst part is the scammer's site looks official. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Darragh Murphy ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                        <dc:description><![CDATA[ null ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Discord servers have recently seen a number of scams involving a fake cryptocurrency exchange for free Bitcoin or Ethereum. The worst part is the scammer&apos;s site looks official.<br><br>Guess what? it isn&apos;t. As shown on cyber security company <a href="https://www.kaspersky.com/blog/cryptoscam-in-discord/38661/">Kaspersky</a>&apos;s blog, the scam is seen on cryptocurrency servers on Discord. It sends random users a private message concerning the scams "fast growing" cryptocurrency exchange, along with a free giveaway prize of cryptocurrency of Bitcoin or Ethereum worth around $20,000 (the amount varies). Of course, instructions of how to get it follow.  </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/how-to/how-to-buy-dogecoin-the-gamestop-equivalent-cryptocurrency-on-reddits-radar">How to buy Dogecoin</a> — the cryptocurrency that&apos;s mirroring GameStop&apos;s surge</li><li><a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">Best cryptocurrency exchanges</a> in 2021 — Where to buy Bitcoin</li><li>Check out the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/uk/news/best-stock-trading-apps-try-these-robinhood-alternatives">best stock trading apps</a></li></ul><figure class="van-image-figure " data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1202px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.32%;"><img id="CNLpzAcBrtdkqPKbZTTx88" name="cryptoscam-in-discord-1.jpg" alt="Discord Cryptocurrency Scam" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CNLpzAcBrtdkqPKbZTTx88.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1202" height="677" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Kaspersky)</span></figcaption></figure><p>The link for registering to the fake cryptocurrency exchange leads to a fairly legitimate-looking site — there&apos;s an adaptive layout, believable design, exchange rate info, charts and trading history which is usually expected on trading sites. <a href="https://www.kaspersky.com/blog/cryptoscam-in-discord/38661/">Reportedly</a>, there&apos;s even technical support and several language options. They really put some effort into this.<br><br>Then there&apos;s two-factor authentication for user&apos;s peace of mind for security. But not so fast. Kaspersky states that following through with the registration means either making a small cryptocurrency deposit or going through a &apos;Know Your Customer&apos; (KYC) identity check.<br><br>The contact details and information supplied by the users are collected on a database the scammers then sell through the black market. Yikes. When completing registration, users actually do get the stated Bitcoin or Ethereum in their account, although they won&apos;t be able to exchange these coins to their wallet. Pity.<br><br>It goes without saying, but random messages offering big prizes or money should never be trusted. With the recent surge in cryptocurrency enthusiasm thanks to GameStop and <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-buy-dogecoin-the-gamestop-equivalent-cryptocurrency-on-reddits-radar">Dogecoin</a>, vulnerability to fake cryptocurrency scams has definitely heightened. Be safe.<br><br>Just to be sure you don&apos;t get scammed, here&apos;s where you can find the <a href="https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-2021-where-to-buy-bitcoin">best cryptocurrency exchanges</a>. </p>
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