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AMOS Malware Emerges as Major Threat to macOS Users
A stealthy infostealer called AMOS is spreading on macOS through deceptive ads and social engineering. Security experts warn it marks a shift in mainstream malware targeting Apple devices.

Microsoft Warns AI Chatbots Are Steering Users to Malicious Sites
Microsoft warns that AI chatbots may direct users to malicious websites as threat actors adapt social engineering. Users should verify links carefully.

Fake AI Influencers Sell Cheap Goods Using Racial Stereotypes on TikTok
Scammers deploy AI-generated Black avatars to sell mass-produced products via dropshipping on social media platforms, deceiving viewers with fake handmade claims.

AI Bots Fool Nearly Half of Participants in New Online Test
Surfshark's experiment reveals 47% of people can't tell AI bots from humans online. The test challenges users to identify bots in simulated social interactions.

Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Bricks $6,000 Cheating Devices
Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat update blocks expensive DMA cheating hardware, turning devices into paperweights. The studio then mocked cheaters on social media.

The Writerdeck Trend: Distraction-Free Writing Machines Gain Followers
The writerdeck trend sees creators building minimalist writing machines to escape digital distractions, using Raspberry Pi and e-ink screens.

Startup Accused of Damaging Airbnb Rentals During Robot Tests
A robotics startup is under fire after hosts report damaged properties from robot testing sessions. Allegations raise questions about liability and safety in the sharing economy.

GitHub Copilot's Token Pricing Sparks Developer Revolt
Microsoft's GitHub Copilot swapped flat-rate billing for token-based pricing. Developers warn costs will soar, sparking backlash and trust concerns.

Microsoft 365 Users Targeted by Sophisticated Password Reset Attacks
Hackers linked to Storm-2949 are exploiting password reset systems to break into Microsoft 365 accounts. The campaign uses multi-layered techniques to bypass security.

AI IQ site ignites debate by scoring large language models on the bell curve
A startup called AI IQ is assigning IQ scores to over 50 AI models. The project draws praise for clarity and criticism for oversimplifying machine intelligence.

SpaceX Files for IPO, Ending 24-Year Run as Private Company
SpaceX submitted a detailed SEC filing ahead of a planned June IPO, revealing its finances for the first time.

Grok's Government Adoption Lags, Undermining xAI's Growth Story
Grok appears in only 3 of 400+ government AI use cases per Reuters. The low adoption undercuts xAI's growth story tied to a potential massive SpaceX IPO.

Study Finds Politeness in AI Prompts Can Impact Model Accuracy
Research reveals that prompt tone significantly influences LLM accuracy. Polite prompts may boost performance while impolite ones degrade it.

Norway's Digital ID System Faces Widespread Criticism
Norway's digital identity management system is under fire for security flaws, privacy risks, and poor user experience. Critics say it puts citizens at risk.

Robot Startup Turns SF Airbnb Into Trashed Lab, Hosts Allege
San Francisco Airbnb hosts report guests from a robot startup secretly testing machines indoors, leaving units with damaged kitchens and missing items.

AI-Generated Fake Identities Bypass KYC Checks, Experts Warn
Criminals use AI to create synthetic identities that defeat Know Your Customer verification. The trend poses a serious threat to businesses across industries.

Poland Moves to Ban Phones and Smartwatches in Schools
Poland's government approved a bill to ban phones and smartwatches in schools, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus. The proposal now heads to parliament.

Lawyers Face Sanctions for Using AI-Generated Fake Citations in Facebook Defamation Case
A dismissed defamation lawsuit against Facebook users backfires as lawyers may face sanctions for submitting fake AI-generated citations to support their arguments.

Open-source coding model NousCoder-14B matches big rivals in just 4 days
An open-source AI coding model trained in four days matches proprietary systems, highlighting the rapid progress of open-source alternatives in AI-assisted software development.

San Francisco Nonprofit Deploys Robots to Address Volunteer Shortage in Meal Prep
A San Francisco nonprofit in the Tenderloin district is using robotic arms to prepare meals as human volunteer numbers decline. The tech-enabled kitchen aims to serve thousands more meals weekly.