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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.
ChatGPT Mac App Vulnerability Patched After Security Flaw Found
A security flaw in the ChatGPT Mac app could have exposed conversations. OpenAI says no data was accessed and the issue is now fixed.
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.
Google Builds a Universal Cart Across YouTube and Gmail
Google is rolling out a Universal Cart that lets users buy products across YouTube and Gmail, streamlining shopping inside its apps.
Google's AI Agents Signal End of Traditional Search as We Know It
Google is redefining search by letting AI agents proactively find information without user prompting. This shift could fundamentally change how we interact with the internet.
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.
Google Pushes AI Agents Despite Consumer Trust Hurdles
Google is building an AI agent ecosystem. But consumers may not be ready to hand over control of their digital lives.
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.
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.
Google's AI Assistants Demand More Personal Data, Raising Trust Questions
Google unveiled always-on AI agents at I/O 2026, but their functionality depends on accessing users' personal data, sparking renewed trust concerns.
FBI seeks real-time access to nationwide license plate camera network
The FBI issued a request for proposals for nationwide license plate reader data in near real time. The contract would cover 75% of US locations and enable tracking of vehicles.
Salesforce Turns Slackbot Into a Full AI Agent for the Enterprise
Salesforce rebuilt Slackbot from a simple notification tool into an AI agent that searches data, drafts documents and takes actions, intensifying workplace AI competition.
Startup Pays Indian Gig Workers to Train Humanoid Robots
Human Archive hires gig workers in India to wear sensors and collect physical movement data for AI and robotics training.
Mozilla Expands Free VPN Service to New Countries
Mozilla has expanded its free VPN offering, adding servers in more countries. Users gain broader privacy access but should understand free VPN trade-offs.
Immigration Agency Signs $25 Million Deal for Iris Biometrics
ICE awards $25 million iris scanning contract to Bi2 Technologies, expanding biometric surveillance and sparking privacy concerns.
The Smart Home Promise Fades as Consumers Hit a Wall
Smart home adoption stalls due to fragmentation, high costs and privacy fears. The industry must fix interoperability to regain consumer trust.
Google Tests Reduced Free Storage for New Accounts Without Phone Number
Google is testing a policy in select regions that limits new accounts to 5GB free storage unless users link a phone number. The move aims to curb abuse but raises privacy questions.
Wi-Fi Signals Can Identify You by Your Gait, Researchers Warn
New research shows Wi-Fi signals can track individuals by their walking patterns, turning everyday routers into surveillance tools without cameras.
Why Subscription-Free Home Security Cameras Are Taking Over in 2026
A growing number of home security camera makers are dropping monthly fees. Consumers gain more control and save money as the market shifts toward one-time purchase models.
European police shut down VPN used by cybercriminals
Europol and Eurojust led a multinational operation to take down 'First VPN,' a service accused of helping ransomware and fraud attackers evade detection.