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The hidden risks of smart devices: Why your fridge shouldn’t be online and how to secure your home network

Smart device security: Why your smart fridge should stay offline.

In today’s hyper-connected world, smart devices are becoming ubiquitous in our homes. From refrigerators that notify you when you’re low on milk to air conditioners controllable via smartphone apps, the Internet of Things (IoT) promises convenience and efficiency. However, the growing trend of embedding internet connectivity in household appliances like …

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AWS outage: How a single cloud failure brought the internet to its knees, was China behind it?

AWS outage sparks fears of Chinese cyber attack, is this the start of a digital cold war?

What happened and how the outage began On October 20, 2025 a major disruption originating in Amazon Web Services’ US-EAST-1 region produced widespread failures across thousands of websites and apps around the world. Popular consumer services, financial platforms and government systems reported outages, slowdowns or partial failures. Amazon’s status updates …

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Smart devices and network security: The case for disconnecting your home appliances

IoT network segmentation: Why your fridge and HVAC must be disconnected from the internet.

The proliferation of smart devices, appliances and gadgets equipped with computing power and network connectivity, has rapidly transformed the modern home. From thermostats that learn your habits to refrigerators that track your groceries, the Internet of Things (IoT) promises convenience and efficiency. However, a growing concern revolves around the necessity …

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