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UK Government Considers VPN Ban as Part of Age Verification Plan
The UK government is exploring a ban on VPNs to enforce age verification online. The proposal raises significant privacy and security concerns for households.
Tech Giants Face Scrutiny Over Negative News Overload
Researchers warn that constant exposure to bad news via tech platforms harms mental health. Algorithms optimized for engagement amplify negative content beyond human capacity to cope.
Old-School Lighting Control: A New Device That Replaces Smart Switches
A new system offers a simpler, app-free way to control home lighting, appealing to those tired of complex smart home setups.
Long Wave Radio Era Ends With Droitwich Transmitter Shutdown
The BBC's Long Wave service from Droitwich will be switched off, ending a century-old broadcast technology. The move affects millions of listeners and maritime communities.
Google Deploys AI for New Search Ad Formats
Google announced AI-powered ad formats for search at I/O. The move uses generative AI to create more dynamic ads, impacting advertisers and users.
Amazon and Spotify Take Opposite Paths on AI Podcast Content
Amazon's Alexa+ now generates AI news podcasts while Spotify launches a system to verify human-made shows.
AI-Driven Cyber Discovery Pushes UK Banks Toward Systemic Risk
UK banks face new systemic cyber risks as AI accelerates vulnerability discovery, threatening financial stability.
Google’s Gemini Voice Push Redefines How We Talk to AI
Google is leaning into voice interaction with Gemini, encouraging users to speak naturally. The shift capitalizes on voice dictation’s popularity and aims to make AI conversations feel human.
Google to Pay $135 Million Over Android Data Tracking
Google will pay $135 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging it tracked Android users without consent. Millions of users who had an Android phone after 2017 may be eligible for up to $100.
Google Calls Search Monopoly Ruling Flawed in Appeal, Says It Won Fairly
Google appeals its search monopoly ruling, arguing the decision overstepped legal bounds. The company says it won market position through fair competition.
Inside the SolarWinds Breach: Hackers Had Full Access to Treasury Systems
New details reveal Russian-linked hackers infiltrated Treasury email systems far deeper than previously known. The supply chain attack compromised thousands of government and private networks, exposing critical security gaps.
Phone Makers Add Special Security Modes to Block Spyware Attacks
Apple, Google and Meta now offer special security modes that protect devices from targeted spyware. These settings limit device vulnerabilities for high-risk users.
iPhone Repair Risk: How to Stop a Technician From Stealing Your Photos
A Best Buy repair technician allegedly used AirDrop to steal private photos from a customer's iPhone. Learn how to protect your data before any device repair.
Overprivileged AI Agents Expose Banking Systems to New Attacks
Financial firms face mounting security risks as AI agents access excessive data and systems. Overprivileged permissions create compliance vulnerabilities and trust issues across banking.
UK education panel demands social media ban for children under 16
UK Education Committee calls for statutory social media ban for under-16s, citing addictive design and mental health harms. It urges broader regulation and treats child safety as public health issue.
Enterprises stuck in AI's 'chat phase' as gap between insight and action widens
Many enterprises use AI only for chat and queries, failing to translate insights into business outcomes. A shift toward integrated execution is critical.
Hackers Claim Massive Data Breach at Instructure, Targeting 9,000 Schools
Hackers say they stole student and staff data from nearly 9,000 schools using Instructure’s Canvas platform and locked users out, demanding negotiation by May 12.
Italian Council Slaps 200% Tax on Data Centers in Farmland
An Italian regional council imposed a 200% tax on data centers built in agricultural zones to steer development toward abandoned industrial areas and reduce environmental harm.
Google AI Search Rewrites SEO Rules for Brands
Google now places AI-generated answers above traditional search links, upending decades of SEO strategy. Brands face new challenges with zero visibility into how AI describes them.
ChatGPT Adds Safety Feature to Alert Trusted Contacts During Crisis
OpenAI lets users nominate a trusted contact ChatGPT can alert if it detects self-harm risk. The opt-in feature adds a safety net for vulnerable users.