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A new Wi-Fi security worry: Sidejacking
Two hackers’ tools — Ferret and Hamster — “sidejack” machines using Wi-Fi and accesses their Web accounts; Hamster hacks the cookies and URL trail left behind by a Wi-Fi user, and the attacker then can pose as the victim and read, send, and receive e-mail on his or her behalf
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Communication's last mile especially vulnerable to pandemic
As much as 40 percent of the U.S. workforce would be unable to go to work during peak periods of an outbreak, “and you don’t get to pick which 40 percent that could be,” says Greg Garcia, DHS’s assistant secretary of cybersecurity and communications
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IBM's billion dollar security push to transform Big Blue
IBM’s 2008 multi-billion dollar push into corporate security would offer end-users new and improved policy, management, and reporting solutions — but with its new security push, integration also has become critical within IBM’s own corporate structure, as it melds various product groups and structures to execute on its vision.
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U.S. forces in Europe pay more attention to cybersecurity
Greater reliance on cyberspace by the U.S. military offers many benefits, but also introduces many vulnerabilities; the 5th Signal Command creates cyber cells to monitor and improve cyber security
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RWE Power, GE to collaborate on compressed air energy storage
The intermittent nature of wind energy means that there is a need for the energy generated from wind turbines to be stored efficiently so that it can be recovered when needed
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Cisco release global security report
Security threats and attacks have become more global and sophisticated; as the adoption of more and more IP-connected devices, applications, and communication methods increases, the opportunity emerges for a greater number of attacks
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VT Group acquires British Nuclear Group Project Services
As interest in nuclear power revives, nuclear-power related services enjoy another look from investors and businesses
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LEF invests in wind turbine maker EWT
One problem facing the growth of wind power is the currently limited manufacturing capacity of wind turbines; investors realize the opportunity here
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SSE to develop wind farm in Sutherland, Scotland
The £55 million wind farm will have twenty-three turbines; when Achany is commissioned, SSE will have 275MW of installed wind farm capacity
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Investigation begins into causes of deadly Florida explosion
Jacksonville, Florida massive explosion and fire at the T2 Laboratories facility kill 4 and injure 14; rescue teams describe scene as “hellish inferno”
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700 MHz auction attracts 96 bidders
By February 2009, TV broadcasters will have to vacate the 700 MHz so they can offer digital-only TV, as mandated by Congress; FCC will hold an auction for the coveted vacated spectrum, and 96 bidders — the usual suspects, but also Paul Allen, Chevron, and others — have been accepted (there were also 170 incomplete applications)
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FERC issues conditional licenses for ocean energy projects
New policies allows FERC to issue licenses for new hydrokinetic projects even though certain authorizations required from other entities are outstanding
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Phishing attacks escalated in 2007
Gartner survey finds that $3.2 billion was lost due to phishing attacks in 2007; 3.6 million Americans lost money in phishing attacks in the twelve months ending in August 2007, compared with the 2.3 million who did so the year before
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Existing biotechnology would save energy, cut CO2 by 100 percent
A major — and surprisingly overlooked — contribution to reducing greenhouse gasses: New analysis shows that use of existing biotechnology in the production of bulk chemicals could reduce consumption of nonrenewable energy and carbon emissions by 100 percent
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Extending the life of oil fields and coal mines
Canadian researchers believe tiny underground bacteria may hold promise of extracting methane gas from abandoned oil fields and coal mines; all you have to do is feed the bacteria nutrients such as vitamins and minerals down boreholes
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The long view
Nuclear Has Changed. Will the U.S. Change with It?
Fueled by artificial intelligence, cloud service providers, and ambitious new climate regulations, U.S. demand for carbon-free electricity is on the rise. In response, analysts and lawmakers are taking a fresh look at a controversial energy source: nuclear power.
Water Is the Other U.S.-Mexico Border Crisis, and the Supply Crunch Is Getting Worse
The United States and Mexico are aware of the political and economic importance of the border region. But if water scarcity worsens, it could supplant other border priorities. The two countries should recognize that conditions are deteriorating and update the existing cross-border governance regime so that it reflects today’s new water realities.
Exploring the New Nuclear Energy Landscape
In the last few years, the U.S. has seen a resurgence of interest in nuclear energy and its potential for helping meet the nation’s growing demands for clean electricity and energy security. Meanwhile, nuclear energy technologies themselves have advanced, opening up new possibilities for their use.