(ST. LOUIS) — A new kind of computer chip promises to shatter into tiny pieces on command. The new class of chips were designed by Xerox’s PARC research company as part of DARPA’s Vanishing ...

In a nutshell: Researchers from the University of Vermont have developed a self-destructing mechanism that, when triggered, can render hardware useless. The techniques can serve as both a security ...

The French police and Europol are pushing out a "disinfection solution" that automatically removes the PlugX malware from infected devices in France. The operation is conducted by the Center for the ...

WTF?! A self-destructing, open-source USB stick that can heat its flash chip to 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit) has almost reached its crowdfunding goal. Not only does the device boast a ...

A group of researchers in South Korea has developed soft robots that can self-destruct and dissolve into residue, leaving minimal traces behind. It is a significant advancement in the robotic field.