Zoom Faces Intense Security Scrutiny Amid Global Pandemic Boom
Zoom experiences severe backlash as researchers uncover multiple security vulnerabilities and false encryption claims. Meanwhile, investors warn Indian startups of tough economic times ahead and Uber Eats expands grocery deliveries globally.
Zoom faces intense security scrutiny as its massive pandemic-driven popularity exposes significant flaws in the platform. Researchers reveal that Zoom video calls lack true end-to-end encryption despite the company's marketing claims, and separate security experts discover bugs that allow attackers to steal Windows passwords or completely take over a Mac user's webcam and microphone.
Major venture capital firms, including Sequoia Capital and Accel, warn Indian startups to prepare for the worst as economic uncertainty grows. These investors caution founders that the rapidly changing macroeconomic environment makes it incredibly difficult to close upcoming fundraising rounds during the global crisis.
Uber Eats rapidly expands its grocery delivery options internationally to meet surging consumer demand during global lockdowns. The company partners with Carrefour in France for 30-minute grocery delivery, teams up with service stations in Spain for essential food and medicine, and works with local pharmacies and convenience stores in Brazil to deliver basic household supplies.