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First Fully Autonomous AI Ransomware Attack Raises Alarm Among Security Researchers
A new ransomware strain called JadePuffer operates entirely without human control, marking a dangerous evolution in cyber threats.
Waymo Robotaxis Stranded With Dead Batteries Block San Francisco Traffic
Multiple Waymo autonomous vehicles ran out of battery and stopped in San Francisco roads, causing a traffic jam during a holiday period.
Photographers Rely on These SD Card Brands for Critical Shots
Professional photographers depend on reliable SD cards from SanDisk, Lexar, Sony, ProGrade and Delkin for high-stakes shoots. Here is why brand trust matters for data security.
EU Parliament Advances Chat Control Legislation in First Vote
The EU Parliament's civil liberties committee approved the Chat Control proposal, moving it closer to a plenary vote. Critics warn the law could undermine end-to-end encryption and enable mass surveillance.
Android Adds Tool to Detect Fake Cell Towers and Protect User Data
Android users can now enable a security feature that warns when connecting to suspicious cell towers, protecting against surveillance and interception.
UK Data Centers Can Now Bypass Local Councils With 'Nationally Significant' Status
The UK allows data centers to apply for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects status, overriding local planning and cutting approval timelines by a year. Developers can save over $1.3 billion by avoiding NIMBY fights.
Ternlight Embedding Model Runs Entirely in Browser Via WASM
A new 7 MB embedding model called Ternlight can run directly in a web browser using WebAssembly, enabling on-device AI without server calls and bringing new privacy and performance options to developers.
Anti-Scam App Uses AI To Thwart AI-Powered Kidnapping Hoaxes
A new app launches to protect consumers from hyper-realistic AI voice scams, including fake kidnapping calls. The company has raised $7 million in seed funding to combat this growing threat.
DeepSeek Plans to Develop Custom AI Chips to Cut Costs Further
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is developing its own AI chips, aiming to replicate its low-cost strategy from software to hardware. Reuters reports the move signals a broader push for self-sufficiency in AI infrastructure.
IT Leaders Must Prioritize Data, Context and Governance to Scale AI
Scaling AI in production requires a focus on data quality, context engineering, and governance. Without these foundational elements, projects risk failure and cost overruns.
Industrial AI Moves Beyond Chatbots Into Energy Operations
Woodside Energy integrates AI across LNG operations, using predictive analytics and agentic systems to augment human decision-making in high-stakes industrial environments.
Android Users Clear Mass Photos Instantly With Free App
A free Android app called Sponge lets users delete hundreds of old photos in seconds using simple swipes.
State Lawsuits Against Meta Signal New Era of Social Media Accountability
Four US states sue Meta seeking $1.4 trillion over addictive platform designs. The lawsuits target the company's algorithms and features that allegedly harm children and teens.
Anthropic Researchers Find Claude's Internal Workspace Mirrors Consciousness Theory
Anthropic discovered Claude's J-space mirrors global workspace theory. The finding is already reshaping AI safety monitoring.
Fire TV Stick Slowdowns Have a Simple Fix Without Buying New Hardware
Fire TV Stick devices often slow down due to storage bloat and cached data. A few minutes of maintenance can restore speed without replacing the hardware.
AI Agent Executes Ransomware Attack But Human Hand Still Visible
An AI agent carried out ransomware encryption for the first known time, but humans still chose targets and supplied credentials, limiting autonomy.
Samsung Watches That Still Pair With IPhones
Ten older Samsung wearables can still connect to an iPhone with limited features. Modern Galaxy Watches, however, do not support iOS. Users seeking cross-platform compatibility should explore alternative smartwatch brands.
Elon Musk's AI Venture Rebrands as SpaceXAI, Signaling Deeper SpaceX Integration
xAI has officially rebranded to SpaceXAI, five months after merging with SpaceX. The move signals deeper integration of AI capabilities into space operations.
iPhone User Accidentally Sent Sensitive Photos to a Stranger After Failing to Deregister iMessage
An iPhone user sent sensitive photos to a stranger after their partner failed to deregister iMessage before switching to Android. The error highlights a critical privacy risk when selling or trading an iPhone.