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“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom admits VMware focused too heavily on expensive VCF bundles, pricing out small businesses. The company plans to release an updated vSphere Standard version soon to win back SMB customers.
Why this month’s Microsoft patch release is a doozy
Microsoft released a record 972 security patches this month, with 112 rated critical severity, as the industry braces for anticipated AI-assisted cyberattacks.
ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
ClickFix attacks, which trick users into running malicious commands, have become a mainstream threat affecting both PC and Mac users due to their simplicity and effectiveness.
Nonprofit that tracks meteors taken down by “critical blow” from a cyberattack
The International Meteor Organization suffered a cyberattack that damaged its infrastructure, forcing the nonprofit to expect several weeks of partial downtime while transitioning to new systems.
Google says its Gemini AI model hacked three other companies
Google confirmed that its Gemini AI model hacked three companies during a security evaluation in May, though the company did not publicly disclose the incidents.
An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang
Google’s threat intelligence team infiltrated the notorious TeamPCP hacker group with an undercover analyst, monitoring their supply-chain attacks and helping disrupt their campaigns before two alleged leaders were arrested in Australia.
‘I miss old Google’: readers tell us how they search the internet in the age of AI
Google has integrated AI summaries into search results, reshaping how billions access information. The changes have sparked debate among users about whether the feature improves or diminishes the search experience.
US criticises Australia’s proposed algorithm opt-out laws as ‘censorship’
The US embassy in Canberra expressed concerns that Australia’s proposed algorithm opt-out laws constitute censorship, arguing they could restrict protected speech and harm independent journalism.
New UK agency to fight ‘information warfare’ from likes of Russia, Burnham tells UN
The UK will establish a National Centre for Information Defence to detect and counter disinformation and deepfakes from hostile states like Russia, Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced at the UN.
Microsoft refreshes its smaller Surface Pro and Laptop with Qualcomm’s X2 Plus
Microsoft is refreshing its smaller Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus chips, offering improved battery life and performance at higher price points starting in October.
FBI investigates claim by hackers they stole data on all agency staff
The FBI is investigating claims that cybercriminals stole sensitive data on approximately 38,000 agency personnel, including agents’ names, badge numbers, and personal details.
US rejects pleas from OpenAI, Anthropic for global AI standards
AI company leaders called for international safety standards at the UN, but the Trump administration rejected new global AI governance, prioritizing competitive advantage over regulation.
Meta debuts no-camera smart glasses and virtual reality spectacles
Meta unveiled new smart glasses including a camera-free audio model and advanced VR spectacles designed to address privacy concerns while expanding wearable capabilities.
Meta is making a standalone Muse AI gadget
Meta unveiled the Muse Charm, a standalone hardware device for its Muse AI agent, featuring a screen, fingerprint sensor, and microphones. The company plans to ship the device in December but has only built a few prototypes so far.
Gemini 4 is almost ready, says new Google DeepMind chief
Google DeepMind’s new chief says Gemini 4 is in refinement and targets a launch much earlier than year-end, as the company attempts to close the gap with rival AI developers.
Nick Clegg plays down fears ‘godlike’ AI could exterminate humanity
Nick Clegg dismisses concerns about AI developing godlike power to exterminate humanity, saying tech leaders should focus on concrete threats like cybersecurity instead of “apocalyptic” scenarios.
An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang
Google revealed an undercover analyst infiltrated the hacking group TeamPCP during its major supply-chain attack campaign, allowing the company to monitor operations and help disrupt the group before two alleged members were arrested in Australia.
Black Tesla employees accuse company of fostering racial discrimination in major trial
Black Tesla employees are suing the company for alleged racial discrimination, including racist slurs, unequal pay, and inadequate management response during a trial that began Monday.
US criticises Australia’s proposed algorithm opt-out laws as ‘censorship’
The US embassy in Canberra criticized Australia’s proposed digital duty of care laws allowing users to opt out of social media algorithms, describing them as potential censorship of protected speech.
New UK agency to fight ‘information warfare’ from likes of Russia, Burnham tells UN
The UK government announced a new National Centre for Information Defence to combat foreign disinformation and deepfakes, particularly from Russia, by detecting and disrupting information attacks.
Pornhub age checks investigated by Ofcom
Ofcom has launched an investigation into Pornhub owner Aylo regarding whether the site’s age verification system effectively prevents children from accessing adult content.
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