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Pentagon Knew of Phone Tracking Risk for Years but Failed to Act
US military knew cheap fixes could stop phone tracking exposing troops but failed to act; now adversaries use that data.
Java Library Almost Duped AI Coders Into Deleting Tests
A malicious Java package nearly tricked AI coding agents into wiping unit tests. The attack exploited how AI assistants handle code suggestions.
Google Chrome's New Encryption Blocks Cookie Theft by Malware
Chrome now encrypts browser cookies at the system level, preventing malware from reading and stealing them to hijack user sessions.
Pentagon Reportedly Pursues Weaponized AI Models, Raising Ethical Concerns
Pentagon plans to weaponize advanced AI models, including Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview, despite supply chain risks. The move signals a major shift in military cyber strategy.
Microsoft Targets Corporate Users With New Surface Laptop Privacy Features
Microsoft's new Surface Laptop for Business adds a privacy screen and a haptic touchpad. The device is priced for enterprise buyers with a starting cost of $1,299.
Flipper Devices Targets Network Tinkerers With New Linux Gadget
Flipper Devices announces a Linux-powered networking gadget for hackers and hobbyists. The base model will cost under $350.
DeepMind Veteran Warns AI Benchmarks Are Not Enough
A former DeepMind researcher warns that current benchmarks fail to ensure AI safety. The call for new evaluation methods comes as AI systems grow more powerful.
US Quantum Computing Push Faces Legal Challenge
A $2 billion US government investment in nine quantum computing startups is under fire. Rep. Zoe Lofgren argues the spending violates the CHIPS Act.
US Law Enforcement Targets 'Anti-Tech Extremism' as AI Backlash Intensifies
Federal agencies shift focus to surveil anti-technology extremists amid growing AI protests and attacks.
Venture Capital Pours Into Hard Industries as AI Disrupts Incumbents
VCs are betting big on defense, energy and government tech startups. AI-native software challenges decades-old incumbents with deep vertical integration.
Volvo Secures U.S. Approval to Keep Selling Connected Cars
The Trump administration has permitted Volvo to continue selling connected cars in the U.S., clearing the way for its factory expansion.
Smart Glasses Banned From Stadiums as Sports Leagues Target Betting Abuse
Professional sports leagues are banning smart glasses over fears they enable real-time betting abuse and insider information sharing.
Open source coding agent Zot challenges established AI assistants
A new open source coding agent called Zot aims to compete with established AI coding assistants. It offers a harness for autonomous software development tasks.
AI Infrastructure Outpaces Human Understanding, Experts Warn
Rapid AI deployment creates a dangerous gap between infrastructure and workforce expertise. Standardization and education are critical to closing this divide.
Microsoft quietly downgrades offline Office features for perpetual license users
Microsoft is reducing functionality in perpetually-licensed Office products, pushing users toward subscriptions. The changes affect offline software used by businesses and consumers who avoid cloud plans.
Google Tests Phone Number Requirement for Full Free Storage
Google is testing a policy that cuts free storage to 5GB for new accounts unless users provide a phone number, raising privacy concerns.
Hackers Exploited Meta AI Chatbot to Hijack Celebrity Instagram Accounts
Hackers used a prompt injection attack on Meta's AI support chatbot to steal high-value Instagram accounts. The exploit was trivially easy and affected accounts including the Obama White House.
Google Releases Exploit for Unfixed Chromium Bug
Google released exploit code for an unpatched Chromium vulnerability that could let attackers monitor users and create botnets. The flaw has remained unfixed for 29 months.
China Robotics Investment Hits Record as Embodied AI Startups Attract Billions
China-based robotics startups raised $5.6 billion through mid-2026, matching the 2021 peak. Embodied AI companies drive the surge, with several startups reaching billion-dollar valuations.
Iran Threatens Fees on Big Tech Subsea Cables in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military says it will charge US tech companies for undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global internet infrastructure.