Efosa Udinmwen

Efosa Udinmwen

Freelance Journalist

Efosa has been writing about technology for over 7 years, initially driven by curiosity but now fueled by a strong passion for the field. He holds both a Master's and a PhD in sciences, which provided him with a solid foundation in analytical thinking. Efosa developed a keen interest in technology policy, specifically exploring the intersection of privacy, security, and politics. His research delves into how technological advancements influence regulatory frameworks and societal norms, particularly concerning data protection and cybersecurity.

Articles by: Efosa Udinmwen

Ubuntu 26.04 LTS

Talk about bad timing — even Linux is asking for more RAM now, despite global shortages hitting PC users hard

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Ubuntu raises its minimum RAM to 6GB despite global shortages, calling it an honesty bump for modern web browsing and multitasking.

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'Our work shows that Rowhammer, which is well-studied on CPUs, is a serious threat on GPUs as well': High-end Nvidia hardware targeted by all-new attacks entering a new "territory."

By Efosa Udinmwen published

New Rowhammer attacks on Nvidia GPUs enable full system compromise by manipulating memory, exposing risks in shared environments despite limited real-world use.

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'By combining trusted platforms with legitimate tools, the threat actor reduces visibility and increases the likelihood of successful execution': Microsoft warns WhatsApp users to exercise extra caution — or pay the price

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Microsoft warns WhatsApp users that VBS malware uses cloud services and renamed tools to gain persistent, hidden control over systems.

Android phone malware

'Stolen session cookies render MFA irrelevant': How $900-per-month turnkey malware is putting enterprise-grade account hijacking in the hands of rookie hackers

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Storm infostealer hijacks session cookies, bypassing multi-factor authentication, harvesting credentials, and enabling persistent account access across enterprise and cryptocurrency systems globally.

Mitsui OSK

Floating data centers cruise a bit closer after a major show of support from Japanese giant Hitachi

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Japan is advancing floating data center plans using converted ships, with Hitachi support, to address land shortages and growing AI infrastructure demand.

Quantum Computer

'We want to raise awareness on this issue': Google warns quantum computers could break Bitcoin encryption much sooner than expected

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Google research indicates quantum computers may break cryptocurrency encryption sooner, prompting urgency for post quantum cryptography adoption and coordinated disclosure strategies

Data center

'Like many small fires': Surge in ultra-hot data centers is creating extreme heat islands that may dramatically alter global climate

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Hyperscale AI data centers produce significant local heat, affecting over 340 million people and creating immediate environmental challenges globally.

Nvidia

'The inference inflection has arrived': Nvidia pumps $2 billion into chipmaker Marvell to boost its AI factories to the next level — so does this mean it'll be working with Amazon Trainium soon?

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Nvidia invests $2 billion in Marvell, integrating XPUs, photonics, and networking into NVLink Fusion to expand AI infrastructure globally

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'Your login credentials may already be slipping into the hands of a cybercriminal': Hackers target LinkedIn accounts with devious new phishing attacks — here's how to stay safe

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Hackers use realistic LinkedIn notifications and job scams, combining personalization, automation, and fake domains to steal credentials globally.

Rocket Enterprise SSD

'Up to 75% higher': Experts say your next SSD or memory upgrade will get a lot more expensive — and I fear the Iran war will make it even worse

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Memory and storage costs are rising sharply due to AI demand, limited production, and tight allocation across multiple product segments.

Acer Connect M6E 5G

28-hour battery life, waterproof, and 5G: Acer's rugged device ventures where other routers fear to tread

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Acer Connect M6E 5G provides rugged, all-day mobile Wi-Fi with 5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 6E, and global network support.

Microsoft OpenClaw

Stickers, live lobster, plush toys, and queues: No, it's not a rock concert, it's China's insatiable appetite for AI's new superstar, OpenClaw

By Efosa Udinmwen published

OpenClaw mania sweeps China as AI automates tasks, excites tech enthusiasts, raises cybersecurity alarms, and sparks workforce anxiety.

Terra Drones

'30,000 drones a year': African start-up looks to emulate Ukrainian UAV revolution by taking a leaf out of Apple's playbook

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Terra Industries is expanding drone deployments across Africa using in-house production and subscriptions.

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'The most powerful weapon is not always a missile': How Iranian "Charming Kitten" hackers used old Cold War methods to steal tech secrets and plant malware on Apple and Windows users

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Iran’s Charming Kitten group relies on deception, insider access, and low-tech methods to steal trade secrets and compromise systems.

Asian woman using mobile phone during waiting for train at railway station

(Don't) Mind the gap — Japanese firm tests whether data centers can survive the strains and stresses of the Tokyo metro

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Tokyo tests modular data centers under railway tracks to address land constraints and evaluate performance under vibration, heat, and noise conditions

Frustrated User

Caught in a 'A WTF cycle': Better office tech is now more important to UK hybrid workers than a supportive manager

By Efosa Udinmwen published

UK workers now rank reliable technology nearly equal to pay, as persistent meeting failures disrupt productivity, despite increased investment in AI tools

Female Programmer Coding on Desktop Computer With Six Displays in Dark Office

IBM, watch out! Fujitsu uses AI to understand COBOL and automatically generate design documents "without expert knowledge" in minutes rather than hours

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Fujitsu launches AI service that automates COBOL analysis and documentation, reducing effort while supporting modernization of widely used legacy systems.

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Korean startup backed by Samsung and Arm launches rack-sized inference monsters, claims "6x lower power consumption" and up to 75% cheaper acquisition cost compared to Nvidia

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Rebellions launches rack-scale AI infrastructure systems, claiming lower power usage and costs, backed by $400 million pre-IPO funding.

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'Growing 3x faster than police staffing': Surge in cybercrime and new laws on ransomware payment could put UK businesses (and their directors) — in a "compliance trap."

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Cybercrime in the UK is rising faster than policing capacity, while stricter laws increase compliance risks for businesses facing ransomware attacks.

Dell Pro 5 Micro

Forget the tower: Dell’s palm-sized desktop draws 100W through USB-C and still manages 50 TOPS of AI computing power

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Dell’s Pro 5 Micro Desktop delivers AI acceleration, high-speed DDR5 memory, and USB-C powered compact design for tight office spaces.

Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus

'It embarrasses the 9700X': Reviewer raves about one of Intel's best CPU releases in years as Core Ultra 200S series pummels similarly priced AMD rivals

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Intel’s Core Ultra 270K Plus delivers impressive rendering, editing, and AI performance, often outperforming older Intel and similarly priced AMD CPUs.

AI coding agent

The invisible threat hidden in clear view: how Unicode characters are being weaponized to hide malicious commands from human users

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Hackers can steal your GitHub tokens through OpenAI’s Codex using nothing more than a sneaky branch name.

HP Z8 Fury G6i

HP unveils its most powerful PC ever with up to four Nvidia Blackwell GPUs, and I love its bizarre user-inspired tool-free side panel

By Efosa Udinmwen published

HP Z8 Fury G6i delivers extreme GPU, CPU, and memory performance with massive storage, expandability, and hybrid compute options.

Dell Pro 7 Rechargeable Compact Keyboard and Mouse

If only your EV did this: Dell’s new supercapacitor keyboard and mouse combo delivers 'full day use' with a 5-second charge — here’s how

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Dell’s supercapacitor-powered keyboard and mouse deliver ultra-fast charging and long usage, redefining convenience and eliminating reliance on traditional batteries.

Dell Pro Premium

Dell just made its thinnest Pro Premium executive laptop yet — a magnesium alloy featherweight that finally makes carrying a workstation feel effortless

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Dell’s 14-inch Pro Premium combines a lightweight magnesium chassis, AI-capable processors, and high-quality display for executive mobility.

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