Articles by 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

Watch out: hackers are hijacking Microsoft Teams messages to try and get access to your emails - here's what you need to look out for

By Efosa Udinmwen published 28 January 26

Hackers exploit Microsoft Teams by sending obfuscated invitations and fraudulent billing messages to access emails across multiple global industries.

Now that's a team-up: Samsung and Nvidia expected to join forces to feature 'revolutionary' HBM4 memory modules in upcoming Vera Rubin hardware

By Efosa Udinmwen published 28 January 26

Samsung and Nvidia coordinate HBM4 memory and Rubin accelerators, emphasizing integration, production timing, and memory bandwidth for AI infrastructure deployments.

Who needs 5G, or even 6G? New breakthrough can transmit at 15 gigabytes per second - that's enough for a whole weekend's worth of movies

By Efosa Udinmwen published 28 January 26

UC Irvine researchers developed a 140GHz transceiver achieving 15 GB/s, overcoming DAC limits while reducing power consumption and simplifying production.

Millions of smartphone users could be at risk from the SMS sign-in URL issue - here's what you need to look out for

By Efosa Udinmwen published 27 January 26

SMS sign-in links frequently expose sensitive data through weak authentication and long-lived, easily guessed URLs.

Quantum computing for all! Microsoft releases open source tools to help get everyone up to speed on the next-gen technology

By Efosa Udinmwen published 27 January 26

Microsoft releases open source Quantum Development Kit, integrating simulators, VS Code, GitHub Copilot, and workflows for chemistry and error correction.

GMK reveals super-affordable new mini PC - but with this outdated hardware, it might actually be a good thing you'll probably never be able to get one

By Efosa Udinmwen published 26 January 26

GMK G3 Pro is a compact mini PC with an older Intel i3 CPU, flexible memory, and storage, but alternatives offer better value for money.

One of our favorite low-cost mini PCs has been given a major upgrade that makes it even more appealing - and you can get an extra discount now, if you act fast

By Efosa Udinmwen published 26 January 26

Geekom’s A5 Pro mini-PC swaps Ryzen 7 for Ryzen 5, supports up to 64 GB RAM, and offers multiple storage options.

'Put plainly...some countries are already using AI to solve harder problems and move faster': OpenAI wants to make AI usage more equal between countries - but will it actually work?

By Efosa Udinmwen published 25 January 26

OpenAI highlights uneven AI adoption across countries and launches Education for Countries to improve skills, access, and workforce readiness globally.

Microsoft unveils first robotics model targeted at boosting physical AI in a bid to free robots from the production line

By Efosa Udinmwen published 25 January 26

Microsoft introduces Rho-alpha, a robotics model combining language, touch, simulation, and human feedback to extend robots beyond predictable factory environments.

OpenAI promises to keep Stargate data center costs down - so your utility bills shouldn't go sky high...probably

By Efosa Udinmwen published 25 January 26

OpenAI’s Stargate plan funds local energy infrastructure to prevent electricity bill spikes while supporting large-scale AI tools.

Beware, hackers have hijacked OpenAI’s 'invite your team' feature to break into your business

By Efosa Udinmwen published 25 January 26

Kaspersky warns of scam using OpenAI invitations to send deceptive emails, promoting fraudulent offers, and vishing to steal data.

'Tesla's chip game is no joke': Elon Musk confirms it has restarted work on its biggest supercomputer yet - but what will it actually be used for?

By Efosa Udinmwen published 24 January 26

Tesla restarts Dojo 3 with AI5-AI7 chips, aiming to power autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, data centers, and space-based AI compute.

A hacker typing on a MacBook laptop with code on the screen.

'Weaponized AI' could be the biggest security threat facing your business this year - here's what experts say you should be on the lookout for

By Efosa Udinmwen published 24 January 26

AI-driven cybercrime is escalating rapidly, combining phishing, deepfakes, and Dark LLMs, forcing businesses to strengthen defences and monitoring systems.