Google's Sign-In Feature: Convenience vs. Security Risks
Google's Sign-in feature is widely used despite security concerns, with over 80% of readers relying on it for at least one login.
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US charges suspected Dream Market admin arrested in Germany
Owe Martin Andresen, alleged main administrator of the Dream Market dark web platform, faces money laundering charges in the US after his arrest in Germany, with authorities recovering millions in assets.
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How to delete the 4gb file that chrome may have secretly installed on your device
Google Chrome has been installing a 4GB AI model, Gemini Nano, on devices without user consent. Here's how to check and remove it on Mac and Windows.
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ChatGPT gave out my address and phone number
ChatGPT disclosed a real, historic phone number and address from a 2016 FTC FOIA PDF, while other major chatbots refused, sparking fresh debate over AI‑trained data and privacy.
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West pharmaceutical says hackers stole data, encrypted systems
West Pharmaceutical Services confirmed a May 2026 cyberattack that stole data and encrypted manufacturing systems, with partial restoration underway but no timeline for full recovery.
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After killing encrypted DMs, Mark Zuckerberg wants you to trust his new encrypted AI chat
Meta launches Incognito Chat for its AI on WhatsApp and Meta AI, promising end-to-end encrypted, ephemeral conversations—just days after removing encrypted DMs on Instagram.
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Apple Project Files Allegedly Stolen in Foxconn Ransomware Attack
Foxconn confirms ransomware attack by Nitrogen group stole Apple project files and 8TB of data, highlighting vulnerabilities in supply chain security.
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Mythos goes to Tokyo: Japanese banks to get Anthropic’s vulnerability-hunting AI
Anthropic's AI model Mythos is set to be deployed to Japan's three largest banks, marking a significant expansion of its restricted cybersecurity preview amid geopolitical tensions.
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UK ICO fines South Staffordshire Water £963,900 after cyberattack exposed data of 664k customers
The UK ICO fined South Staffordshire Water £963,900 after a phishing attack exposed personal data of 664k customers and employees, with breaches going undetected for nearly two years.
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Find Hub 'Mark as lost' will require biometric unlock & hide Quick Settings, more
Google announces enhanced security features for Android including biometric authentication for 'Mark as lost,' improved PIN security, and verified financial calls to prevent spoofing.
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Daybreak is OpenAI's response to Anthropic's Claude Mythos
OpenAI unveiled Daybreak, an AI‑driven cybersecurity platform built on GPT‑5.5 models, positioning it against Anthropic’s Claude Mythos‑based Project Glasswing and partnering with major security vendors.
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Yarbo to Remove Default Remote Backdoor from Robot Lawn Mowers, Let Users Opt-In
Yarbo to remove default remote backdoor from robot lawn mowers, let users opt-in
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IMF warns AI poses growing threat to global financial stability
The International Monetary Fund warns that AI could make cyberattacks faster and more sophisticated, threatening global financial stability through vulnerabilities in shared digital infrastructure.
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Apple's iOS 26.5 update patches more than 50 security flaws
Apple's iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 updates patch over 50 security vulnerabilities, with no known active exploits, but users on older devices also receive critical updates.
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Google uncovers first known zero-day exploit created with the help of AI
Google's Threat Intelligence Group has discovered the first known zero-day exploit believed to have been developed with the help of an AI model, with the threat actor planning a mass exploitation event before Google…
