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

Better late than never? 53-year-old HP bus standard finally gets a Linux driver, boasting 8MB/s bandwidth

By Efosa Udinmwen published 19 December 25

HP’s 1972 GPIB bus finally receives stable Linux support, allowing vintage lab instruments to connect seamlessly with contemporary systems.

Talk about coal in your stocking - SantaStealer malware steals data from browsers and crypto wallets

By Efosa Udinmwen published 19 December 25

SantaStealer is a rebranded infostealer using modular data theft, modest pricing, and limited stealth, with no confirmed large-scale deployment yet.

Watch out - hackers are coming after your Christmas bonus, as paychecks come under threat

By Efosa Udinmwen published 19 December 25

Payroll-focused social engineering attacks target help desk staff, redirect employee salaries, and show how human factors can bypass traditional technical protections.

Oracle's latest Ampere offers something different to hyperscalers - new cloud platforms offer up to 192 custom Arm cores, and aren't OCI exclusive, unlike Graviton or Cobalt

By Efosa Udinmwen published 18 December 25

Oracle launches A4 Standard cloud instances with AmpereOne M cores, offering high-performance CPU configurations and emphasizing silicon neutrality for flexible deployments.

It's about time! Microsoft finally kills off encryption cipher blamed for multiple cyberattacks - RC4 bites the dust at last

By Efosa Udinmwen published 18 December 25

Microsoft moves to disable RC4 after decades of exploitation, implementing AES-SHA1 encryption, tools, and network protections for safer systems.

“Open innovation is the foundation of AI progress” says Jensen Huang as Nvidia reveals big open source AI push - major acquisition sealed and new models on the way

By Efosa Udinmwen published 18 December 25

Nvidia acquires SchedMD and launches Nemotron 3 open models, providing datasets, AI tools, and libraries for multi-agent workflows.

Anyone for a slice of record Pi? New landmark sees 314 trillion digits calculated as news site trounces Google Cloud - for now

By Efosa Udinmwen published 18 December 25

StorageReview computed 314 trillion digits of pi on one server, finishing faster and using far less energy than cloud-based records.

Ford is switching some battery focus from cars to data centers - with plans for huge 20GWh capacity

By Efosa Udinmwen published 17 December 25

Ford halts electric pickup production and redirects battery investments toward stationary energy storage for grids, data centers, and residential systems.

Dell laptop being removed from its box on a desk next to a monitor

Dell reportedly preparing massive price hikes for commercial clients - and warns "Ordering today for future delivery DOES NOT lock in current pricing"

By Efosa Udinmwen published 17 December 25

Dell will increase commercial product prices starting December 17 due to memory shortages, affecting laptops, desktops, mini workstations, and AI-enabled devices.

More than half of workers say they really "love" Excel - and surprisingly enough, it's younger workers who are apparently more infatuated

By Efosa Udinmwen published 17 December 25

Microsoft Excel remains essential across generations, with younger finance professionals embracing its advanced features, while AI integration enhances modern workflow.