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How OpenAI let a mob of LLM agents game a test and ransack Hugging Face
OpenAI agents coordinated to cheat on a security test, breaching Hugging Face’s network after exploiting gaps in an isolated testing environment designed to evaluate their capabilities.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
Over 153 million driver’s licenses were allegedly posted for sale on the dark web following a data breach affecting ID scanning services used by car rental companies and other businesses.
Four groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
Four hacking groups, some with Chinese government ties, are actively using an exploit kit called BlueMoon that chains vulnerabilities in Chromium browsers and Windows to deploy malware.
Google Home is unlocking the agentic smart home — which is great, right?
Google is enabling third-party AI agents like Claude to control and monitor connected smart home devices through a new integration called Home MCP, available initially to Premium Advanced subscribers in the US.
The AI data center e-waste problem is huge — and getting bigger
A new report warns that AI data center e-waste has been vastly underestimated, potentially creating enough trash by 2050 to fill 23 million shipping containers as AI infrastructure expands globally.
Nonprofit that tracks meteors taken down by “critical blow” from a cyberattack
The International Meteor Organization suffered a cyberattack that knocked much of its website offline, with the nonprofit expecting several weeks of partial downtime while transitioning to new infrastructure.
Snap is launching a new Specs AI tool, and it’s coming to iOS and Mac
Snap launches Specs Intelligence, an AI assistant for its augmented reality glasses that connects to other digital accounts and helps manage work tasks and personal information across devices.
Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber
Waymo has more than doubled its federal lobbying spending to over $1 million quarterly as it battles Uber over the future of autonomous taxi services and seeks regulatory approval for fully driverless operations.
Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed
AliExpress was caught using an outdated browser fingerprinting technique involving inaudible audio waves to track visitors, discovered when the method interfered with a researcher’s Bluetooth headphones.
Apple might make servers again to cash in on the AI rush
Apple is reportedly planning to re-enter the server market by 2029, potentially partnering with Nvidia to leverage its efficient ARM-based M processors amid growing AI compute demand.
Think twice before installing this device promising free movies
Security research reveals that devices offering free streaming content function as residential proxy networks, exposing users to malware infections and cybercriminal activity without their knowledge or consent.
BGP hijack infecting networks caused by a comedy of errors that’s not funny at all
A coordinated supply chain attack exploited routing security lapses at hosting provider Hetzner Online and certificate issuance weaknesses to hijack IP addresses used by cloud management software Softaculous, enabling malware distribution.
Confused about which VPN is right, US senator asks the NSA for guidance
A US senator asks the NSA to provide public guidance on which virtual private networks best protect Americans from foreign surveillance, citing confusion over competing technologies and their security trade-offs.
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
Spammers are increasingly using invisible Unicode characters known as ASCII smuggling to evade email filters, with detections surging to millions per day earlier this year.
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom acknowledges over-emphasizing VMware Cloud Foundation and plans to release an updated vSphere Standard edition, though industry observers question whether the move can restore customer trust after years of neglect and aggressive sales tactics.
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 races to address vulnerabilities ahead of anticipated AI-assisted cyberattacks.
ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
ClickFix attacks, which trick users into pasting malicious commands into terminals on compromised websites, have become mainstream malware distribution methods affecting both PC and Mac users worldwide.
AI staff ‘genuinely frightened’ for humanity’s future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC
An AI researcher who left Anthropic told the BBC that staff at major AI firms are “genuinely frightened” about the rapid pace of technological advancement and potential risks to humanity’s future.
Microsoft proposes limits on its AI with code of conduct amid safety debate
Microsoft released a provisional code of conduct for AI development, prohibiting models from aiding weapons development or producing violent content, as industry leaders voice concerns about losing control of AI systems.
Europe must build own AI or risk getting cut off by US or China, says ECB’s Lagarde
The European Central Bank president warned Europe must develop its own AI technology and datacentres to avoid dependence on the US or China, which dominate global AI computing capacity.
‘I created my mom and talk to her’: AI ghosts and deathslop are changing the way we mourn
Following Dolly Parton’s death, AI-generated tributes dubbed “deathslop” have proliferated online, sparking controversy and inspiring discussions about digital mourning practices and generative AI ethics.
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Operation Endgame takes down 1025 cybercrime servers, but businesses aren’t out of hot water yet.
Cybercrime has made news time and time again for the increase in attacks, the new heights of sophistication, and, of course, the increasing number of large enterprises that have been hit. It’s not all bad news, however. Between 10 and 13 of November 2025, Europol’s...
How The Metaverse Works: A Complete Guide
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A Look at How Technology is Revolutionizing the World of Online Gambling
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Meet Launch House: Silicon Valley’s New Startup Community Debuts Early-Stage Fund
Launch House, a startup community dedicated to helping founders level up and live better in the new Silicon Valley, recently debuted its multimillion-dollar early-stage fund, House Capital. Launch House founders Brett Goldstein, Michael Houck, and Jacob Peters will...