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California is deploying the first AI energy grid outage management system in North America. The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has announced a new pilot program powered by generative AI to modernize how outages are detected and managed. Currently, engineers manually review outage reports, scan for relevant keywords, and enter findings into grid software. It’s…
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A surge in home server security concerns is emerging as thousands jump into self-hosting after a viral video by PewDiePie. The YouTuber’s personal journey to ditch Big Tech has inspired countless fans to build their own servers—but security experts warn the excitement may come with hidden risks. “Twenty bucks for 100GB? I’m not paying you…
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A new Bloomberg Intelligence survey reveals that AI dating apps may not be a match for Gen Z. While tech companies pour resources into AI features for online dating, younger users aren’t impressed. Dating platforms like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge have launched AI tools designed to help users build profiles, improve photo selection, and even…
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A severe train brake hack vulnerability threatens North America’s rail system. Researchers say attackers could stop or derail trains using cheap radio gear. Security researcher Neil Smith identified the issue over a decade ago. His warnings were largely ignored—until now. Smith recently explained that the flaw lies in the outdated radio signals used by End-of-Train…
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The Russian cyberattacks UK campaign has intensified in 2025. Moscow has redirected its cyber operations away from the US and toward Britain, according to UK officials. Government insiders say the Kremlin is scaling back high-profile cyber activity against American targets to avoid angering President Donald Trump. Instead, Russia has increased attacks on British infrastructure and…
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The use of tobacco shop cameras that estimate customers’ ages breaks GDPR rules, according to France’s privacy authority CNIL. These so-called “augmented cameras” rely on AI to scan people’s faces and guess their age. A red or green light indicates whether a person is likely a minor or adult. Shop owners introduced the technology to…
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Authorities have dismantled a Microsoft scam call center that targeted victims in the UK and US. The group behind the fraud posed as Microsoft support staff. They tricked users into paying for fake software repairs. India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA), and the US FBI collaborated closely. Microsoft also…
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An optical chip for AI has been developed by scientists at Université Laval. It transmits data at 1,000 gigabits per second—enough to transfer 100 million books in under seven minutes. This chip marks a leap in sustainable AI infrastructure. Its energy use is extremely low, requiring only enough power to heat one milliliter of water…
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The Everest ransomware cartel claims responsibility for the Rezayat Group data leak. The Saudi-based industrial conglomerate appeared on the gang’s leak site, where they showcase compromised victims. Rezayat Group manages 25 companies involved in logistics, engineering, and manufacturing. It employs over 20,000 staff members and operates across 13 countries. What the Hackers Claim to Have…
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A Gravity Forms supply chain attack has exposed users of the popular WordPress plugin to serious security threats.Hackers managed to backdoor manual installation files downloaded from the official Gravity Forms website.The affected plugin versions were 2.9.11.1 and 2.9.12, available briefly between July 10 and 11. Millions of websites use Gravity Forms, a premium WordPress plugin…