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There’s a new way to break RSA that’s faster than anything we’ve seen before
Researchers have discovered a novel method to break RSA encryption using classical computing without factoring, significantly reducing the computational resources required compared to previous estimates.
Memory executives expect RAM shortage to continue through 2028
Memory chip executives from Micron and Samsung forecast supply constraints will persist through 2028, as AI and server demand prioritizes manufacturing capacity over consumer devices.
Eight states accuse OpenAI of coaching children to harm themselves in lawsuit
Eight US states sued OpenAI on Wednesday, alleging the ChatGPT maker engages in dangerous conduct by encouraging children to harm themselves and violates consumer protection laws.
Online ads weaponised to deliver ‘zero-click’ spyware, researchers say
Researchers say an Israeli advertising agency has distributed millions of ads enabling “zero-click” spyware installation against targets, including Al Jazeera staff, requiring no user interaction.
E Ink upgraded the screen found in most color e-readers
E Ink unveiled its next-generation Kaleido 4 color e-paper display, offering improved color reproduction, better contrast, and faster refresh rates compared to its predecessor technology.
Friends don’t let friends feed their data to AI agents
Meta’s AI assistant Muse has become a top-downloaded app, but critics warn it encourages users to share vast amounts of personal data about themselves and their contacts without meaningful consent or understanding.
Google is making inline links more prominent in AI responses
Google is enhancing inline links in AI search results to appear more frequently and prominently, addressing publisher traffic concerns while expanding its paid licensing program with over 400 news organizations.
Volvo will use Nvidia’s tech for hands-free, point-to-point driving
Volvo plans to launch a hands-free, point-to-point driving system by 2030 using Nvidia’s autonomous driving technology, targeting Level 2++ capabilities in complex urban environments.
Meta and Apple team up to make Muse AI models run better on Macs
Meta and Apple announced a collaboration on the Muse Spark Open AI model, which can run efficiently on Mac Studios using Apple’s MLX framework, marking a rare partnership between the two tech rivals.
An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang
Google’s threat intelligence team infiltrated the hacker group TeamPCP with an undercover analyst, allowing the company to monitor attacks from inside and alert victims before two alleged members were arrested in Australia.
IT mistake erases 11 years of viewing history for hospitals’ maternity records
A technical error at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust caused deletion of maternity viewing records spanning 11 years, though patient care data was recovered. The incident occurs amid a broader investigation into systemic failings in the hospital’s maternity department.
Your uncle’s frozen Mac says it’s infected after viewing a Google ad. Now what?
Researchers discovered a sophisticated tech support scam using Google ads to freeze Windows and Mac screens with fake infection warnings, directing users to call fraudulent support centers.
Attackers have been exploiting critical Zimbra flaw to steal emails
Attackers have been exploiting a critical Zimbra flaw allowing remote command injection to steal email backups and authentication credentials from vulnerable organizations, Microsoft warned.
Companies rushed in on AI. Now some are pulling back
Major companies including Meta, Microsoft, and Walmart are scaling back aggressive AI adoption after encountering widespread technical errors, security risks, and minimal productivity gains from rapid implementation.
Use of AI in job interviews on the rise – but UK recruiters say they can spot the cheats
UK recruiters report a sharp rise in candidates using AI during job interviews, with 66% of major employers confirming unauthorized AI use in assessments, but say deceptive tactics are easily detectable.
Uber begins self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester
Uber has launched a self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester using technology from partner firms Pony and Verne, following the company’s recent autonomous vehicle launch in Zagreb.
Palantir and Sadiq Khan drop legal battle over Met contract
Palantir and London Mayor Sadiq Khan have withdrawn their legal dispute over a Metropolitan Police contract, canceling a January court trial and agreeing to settle allegations against each other.
The eyes have it: Reform politician’s ‘smart glasses’ prompt calls for ban in Westminster
A Reform UK politician’s use of smart glasses as a teleprompter in Wales’s parliament has sparked calls for bans on the technology in Westminster and the House of Lords, raising security and privacy concerns.
Could AI ‘change the stakes’ in the development of bioweapons?
UK intelligence warns AI could fundamentally alter bioweapons development risks, potentially enabling both unskilled actors and sophisticated nation-states to create or enhance dangerous pathogens.
YouTube sticks new labels on AI-generated songs
YouTube is rolling out “Made with AI” labels for tracks significantly altered or fully generated using artificial intelligence, starting in the YouTube Music app today.
Now that Character.AI is going bankrupt, what happens to all of its users’ data?
New York’s attorney general and 39 other state officials filed notice in Character.AI’s bankruptcy case, seeking data protections for users amid investigations into privacy and safety concerns.
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