Isabella James Tech 03.06.2022 09:Mar AM EST

#ThisWeekOnITP: Facebook Shuts Down Campus, Lapsus$ Group Cyberattacks, and More!

Welcome to This Week on ITP, where we list all the top stories for the week here on iTech Post! Can you guess what the top stories for the week are?

This week is a pretty eventful week and it is not just about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. In this rundown, we have stories on cyberattacks, how to know if your computer has been compromised, and so much more.

What are we waiting for? Let's get on with this week's list!

5. Apple Tips and Tricks: 3 Features to Try to be an iPhone Guru

Think you know everything there is to know about your iPhone? A quick search on Google might make you think otherwise. Lucky for you, we have compiled three tips and tricks so that you can be an iPhone guru.

These tips and tricks include how to easily copy texts in real life, how to use the portrait mode during Facetime calls, and how to reduce distractions while on your iPhone.

4. NVIDIA Cyberattack: LAPSUS$ Group Claims 1TB Data Stolen

A data extortion group called Lapsus$ has been making headlines this week. One of the reasons why is their cyberattack against NVIDIA.

Specificially, the group has claimed that it was able to steal 1TB worth of data from the tech company.

According to our story, "The group says it is prepared to sell the stolen data, including a procedure to remove the Ethereum mining limiter NVIDIA placed on the GeForce RTX 30 Series if the company does not pay the ransom demand. "

3. Lapsus$ Group Leaks Alleged Samsung Confidential Data

NVIDIA is, unfortunately, not the only victim of Lapsus$ this week, it seems.

It has also been alleged that South Korean tech giant Samsung has also fallen victim to the data extortion group. The alleged stolen data has been reportedly leaked on the internet already.

190 GB of data has reportedly been stolen and leaked.

2. Facebook Shuts Down Campus - Will the Data be Permanently Deleted?

Facebook surprised many this week when the social media giant announced that it will be shutting down Campus, the app geared towards college students.

Those who have Campus accounts are recommended to download their data while they still can. This is because all data will be wiped the moment the app is shut down.

1. How to Know Your Computer Has Been Hacked: Here are the Signs to Watch Out For

Given all the cyberattacks happening everywhere these days, the top story this week might not come as a surprise.

Believe it or not, there are ways to check if your computer has been compromised. In this week's top story, we list down the signs you have to watch out for if you are worried that you have fallen victim to a hack.

And that is it for this week's rundown! Be sure to check out website and Facebook page daily for the freshest tech, science, and gaming news.