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CrowdStrike and Google shut down glassworm malware network targeting software developers
CrowdStrike, alongside Google and the Shadowserver Foundation, has disrupted the Glassworm botnet used to spread malware through compromised open-source software tools
Apple developing new iPhone anti-theft feature: Here’s how it will work
Apple is reportedly developing a new iPhone anti-theft feature that could automatically lock the device if it detects it has been snatched from its owner
European Commission proposes new 2GHz satellite authorisation framework, pressuring US operators
European Commission has proposed reserving most of the 2GHz satellite spectrum for European operators to boost secure communications
YouTube to automatically Flag AI videos with more prominent tags
YouTube will soon automatically label videos containing significant AI-generated content if creators fail to disclose it themselves
Mark Zuckerberg’s Philanthropic initiative introduces Biohub AI for faster drug research
Mark Zuckerberg’s philanthropic initiative has launched an open-source AI protein biology model aimed at speeding up drug discovery and disease research
Fake UK Visa website leaks sensitive data of over 100,000 applicants
A fake UK visa website reportedly exposed over 100,000 applicants’ passport scans and selfie photos after masquerading as an official immigration portal
Meta layoffs: Which teams in India were hit hardest in the latest AI-led restructuring?
Meta has reportedly expanded its global restructuring into India, impacting product teams, ad sales and marketing roles as the company shifts aggressively towards AI-focused operations. Nearly 8,000 employees worldwide are believed to have been affected as Meta reorganises teams, cuts hierarchy layers and pours billions into artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Samsung to invest $1.5 bn in Vietnam semiconductor plant as global supply chains shift from China: Report
Samsung Electronics will invest $1.5 billion in a semiconductor testing plant in Vietnam as part of its global supply chain diversification away from China. The move comes amid surging AI-driven demand for memory chips and rising labour tensions at home in South Korea following a landmark profit-linked bonus deal with its union
Samsung’s landmark bonus deal: Why chip workers could receive nearly $400,000 each
Samsung Electronics employees in South Korea were preparing for one of the company’s biggest labour actions in years over bonuses tied to booming AI chip profits. A last-minute agreement offering billions in profit-sharing has now eased tensions, but the dispute reveals how the AI boom is reshaping worker expectations across the chip industry.
Which AI chatbot is the most reliable? New study ranks Perplexity above ChatGPT
A new study comparing leading AI chatbots has found that Perplexity AI outperformed bigger rivals including ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude on reliability, accuracy and uptime. The findings challenge the assumption that the most popular AI assistant is automatically the most dependable, especially as millions increasingly rely on chatbots for work and daily tasks.
Nvidia to pour up to $150 billion a year into Taiwan amid AI race and China tensions
Nvidia plans to invest up to $150 billion annually in Taiwan as the AI boom accelerates, deepening ties with TSMC and other chip partners amid rising China-Taiwan tensions and concerns over AI chip smuggling to China
Forget Find My: Apple may be building an iPhone that locks itself the moment it’s stolen
Apple is reportedly working on a new anti-theft feature for iPhones that could instantly lock a device if it detects it has been snatched from a user’s hand. The system may combine motion sensors, location awareness and Apple Watch proximity to stop thieves before they can access personal data.
Goodbye Fitbit: Google Health is finally replacing the iconic fitness app
After 14 years, the Fitbit app is officially being replaced by Google Health, complete with a fresh design, AI-powered coaching and expanded wellness features. The rollout has already begun on Android and iPhone, though some early Fitbit Air buyers were briefly left unable to set up their new trackers.
Apple, Google push for judicial oversight in Canada online safety bill
The bill is similar to measures enacted in Britain and Australia that aim to give law enforcement officials access to encrypted data. Canadian authorities have said the bill would help them investigate security threats earlier and act more quickly.
Did Pope use AI to write his anti-AI encyclical? The internet is debating
Pope Leo XIV’s first major encyclical urges governments to slow down artificial intelligence development, warning of misinformation, conflict and job disruption. But the internet is now focused on a different question altogether: was the Vatican’s anti-AI document itself partially written using AI tools like Claude or ChatGPT?
DuckDuckGo installs increase by 30% as people try to avoid Google’s AI-heavy Search
Google’s sweeping AI makeover for Search is triggering a backlash among users who miss the simplicity of traditional web browsing. As concerns grow around inaccurate AI answers, cluttered results and reduced user control, privacy-focused rival DuckDuckGo says it is seeing a sharp rise in downloads and traffic.
China restricts international travel for AI experts in private firms to secure top-level talent
China tightens control over AI talent with new travel restrictions amid rising US tech competition and scrutiny over Meta’s Manus AI deal
Iranian hackers blamed for Los Angeles transit system breach that took weeks to recover
Iran-linked hackers reportedly stole large amounts of data from the Los Angeles transit system in a March cyberattack, alongside a series of other global intrusions.
Spotify expands offerings with narrated magazine articles for subscribers
Spotify is expanding beyond music and podcasts by introducing AI-assisted narrated magazine articles from major publications for Premium users
US supreme court rejects meta's appeal in Vermont social media addiction case
The US Supreme Court has allowed Vermont’s lawsuit accusing Meta of designing addictive social media platforms for teenagers to move forward
7-Eleven Data breach exposes personal information of over 185,000 people
A data breach at 7-Eleven reportedly exposed the personal information of more than 185,000 people in a hacking and extortion attack linked to ShinyHunters
Google Wallet update simplifies Digital car key sharing on Android Devices
Google’s May 2026 System Services update adds smarter digital car key sharing, improved Play Store features for large-screen devices and new gaming streak recovery tools
Indian Railways plans AI surveillance, drone monitoring and expanded CCTV network for passenger safety
Indian Railways plans major AI-driven security upgrades, including drones, CCTV expansion and stronger cybersecurity systems, to improve passenger safety nationwide
Best phones under Rs 60,000 (May 2026): OnePlus 13, Vivo X200T to Motorola Signature
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Pope Leo’s AI warning: Is humanity building a modern Tower of Babel?
Pope Leo XIV has issued a sweeping warning on artificial intelligence, comparing unchecked AI development to the Biblical Tower of Babel, a biblical story (Genesis 11:1-9) that explains how the world became divided into different languages and cultures
No jobs apocalypse: Sam Altman says AI may not trigger the mass unemployment many feared
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says artificial intelligence has not wiped out white-collar jobs as quickly as he once feared. Speaking at a conference in Australia, Altman admitted he may have overestimated AI’s early impact on employment, even as companies worldwide continue replacing some roles with automation and generative AI systems.
Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact review: An air purifier that lives up to its name
With the Dyson HushJet, the company brings its first compact air purifier design to life with a stylish look, quiet performance and easy maintenance. It fits well in smaller Indian homes and delivers strong performance, though its premium pricing may feel slightly high for some buyers. But is its compact size enough to justify the premium Dyson badge?
iPhone 18 Pro could turn satellite connectivity into an everyday feature, not just an emergency tool
Apple may be preparing one of the biggest upgrades yet to iPhone connectivity. New leaks suggest the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup could make satellite communication work more seamlessly in everyday situations, helping users stay connected in weak-signal areas without relying entirely on traditional mobile towers or emergency-only systems.
Your WiFi router could soon identify you even without a smartphone, researchers warn
A new study has raised alarming questions about the future of digital privacy after researchers demonstrated how ordinary WiFi routers could potentially identify and track people without requiring smartphones or connected devices. Researchers warn the technology could evolve into a hidden surveillance system operating silently across homes, offices and public spaces.
EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum
The decision is nearing completion and is expected to be announced before the summer break, the paper said, adding it would be the largest penalty the EU has imposed for a breach of its Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to curb the power of big tech companies.