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A new study confirms what many cybersecurity teams have long suspected: the biggest threat may come from just a few people. According to a new report, human error cyber risks are heavily concentrated—just 10% of employees are responsible for nearly 75% of risky behavior in the workplace. Small Group, Big Risk The research comes from…
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WeTransfer is once again under scrutiny after quietly updating its terms of service, triggering backlash over potential misuse of user content. The WeTransfer AI terms change suggested that the company could use uploaded files to train artificial intelligence models, raising privacy and copyright concerns. Controversial Clause 6.3 Causes Confusion The backlash began after users noticed…
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Microsoft has developed a new artificial intelligence model that could significantly improve breast cancer screening accuracy. The Microsoft breast cancer AI project focuses on reducing false positives during MRI exams—a common issue that causes anxiety and leads to unnecessary biopsies. A Smarter Approach to Breast MRI Analysis In partnership with the University of Washington and…
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A major cyberespionage campaign by Chinese hacking group Salt Typhoon infiltrated a US state’s Army National Guard network, compromising data across the country. According to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) memo, the attackers had persistent access from March to December 2024, raising alarm among cybersecurity officials. Hackers Extracted National Guard Data Across States The…
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A major Fitify data leak exposed over 373,000 user files—including more than 138,000 sensitive progress photos—due to an unsecured Google cloud storage bucket. The breach raises serious privacy concerns for the popular fitness app’s 25 million users. Unsecured Cloud Bucket Exposes Private Media Discovered by researchers at Cybernews, the breach was caused by a publicly…
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A newly disclosed Windows Hello flaw allows hackers to manipulate facial recognition templates and unlock sensitive systems using their own faces. Security researchers warn that Windows Hello for Business suffers from a core design flaw that makes it possible to “swap faces” and access privileged user accounts. Researchers Reveal Critical Biometric Weakness Researchers from cybersecurity…
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California is considering new legislation to restrict AI chatbot companions, including Elon Musk’s Grok characters—an anime waifu and a homicidal panda. The California AI chatbot ban bill aims to protect users, especially children, from the growing risks posed by unregulated AI personalities. Grok’s New Companions Raise Eyebrows Elon Musk’s xAI recently released companion characters for…
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The Abacus darknet exit scam has shaken the underground economy, as one of the largest Western darknet marketplaces vanished with an estimated $300–400 million in crypto. Blockchain analysts from TRM Labs believe the sudden closure of Abacus Market in early July was likely an exit scam. The shutdown followed the law enforcement seizure of another…
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An AI-generated tourist trap has gone viral after it fooled an elderly Malaysian couple into taking a 300-kilometer trip to a location that doesn’t even exist. The incident has sparked widespread concerns about how easily artificial intelligence can blur the line between reality and fiction. A Journey Based on a Lie The couple had seen…
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The EU age verification app just took its first step toward reshaping online safety for young people. The European Commission has unveiled a prototype app and supporting guidelines aimed at making the internet safer for minors—without compromising their digital freedom. The initiative focuses on protecting children from harmful content, cyberbullying, and unwanted contact, while promoting…