The broadcast explores the mechanics of cyber-attacks on European commercial fridges to reveal how easily everyday connected equipment can be breached. It further investigates international policy by looking into how the US Midterm elections influence the global technology sector. Additionally, personal accounts are highlighted through listener stories, including a look at working as a moderator for an online pornography service.
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Everyday commercial appliances face serious security vulnerabilities that leave them open…: Everyday commercial appliances face serious security vulnerabilities that leave them open to exploitation by malicious actors.
Political developments such as the US Midterm elections directly shape the global tech la…: Political developments such as the US Midterm elections directly shape the global tech landscape.
Technology impacts modern life on an individual level through atypical jobs and personal…: Technology impacts modern life on an individual level through atypical jobs and personal time-management struggles.
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As Europe sees a wave of cyber-attacks on commercial fridges, we investigate how everyday devices are vulnerable. A listener tells us about his experiences as a moderator for a pornography service. Plus, how the US Midterm elections affect tech around the world. And tech time troubles with another listener. Presenter: Chris Vallance Producer: Imran Rahman-Jones (Image: A graphic illustration of a hand holding a phone. Around it are pictures of connected devices, such as a smart bulb and a camera. Credit: Getty Images)
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