ChatGPT’s Deep Research Reports May Soon Be Downloadable as PDF
OpenAI is testing a new “Download as PDF” feature for ChatGPT’s Deep Research tool, making it easier for users to save and share detailed research reports without losing formatting.
Bluetooth 6.1 Brings Stronger Privacy and Better Battery Life
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has officially released the Bluetooth Core Specification 6.1, introducing major improvements in privacy and energy efficiency for Bluetooth devices.
23andMe Files for Bankruptcy After Data Breach; Millions of Users May Be Eligible for Claims
Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is now alerting millions of customers that they may be eligible to file claims for losses.
Mexico Sues Google Over “Gulf of America” Label on Google Maps
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that her government is taking legal action against Google for changing the name of the “Gulf of Mexico” to “Gulf of America” on Google Maps, at least for users in the United States.
Microsoft Teams to Block Screenshots During Meetings to Protect Sensitive Info
Microsoft is set to roll out a new “Prevent Screen Capture” feature in Teams starting in July 2025, aimed at stopping unauthorized screenshots during virtual meetings.
Apple Pay Now Available as a Payment Option on PS5 Consoles
PlayStation 5 users can now purchase games and content from the PlayStation Store using Apple Pay directly on their consoles.
Google to Pay $1.375 Billion to Settle Texas Data Privacy Lawsuits
Google has agreed to pay $1.375 billion to settle data privacy violation claims brought by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, marking the largest-ever state-level settlement over such issues.
German Police Seize ‘eXch’ Crypto Exchange for Alleged Money Laundering
Germany’s Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) has seized the server infrastructure of the cryptocurrency exchange eXch, accusing it of facilitating large-scale money laundering through illicit crypto transactions.
Google Chrome Gets AI-Powered Feature to Block Tech Support Scams
Google is adding a powerful new AI-based security feature to Chrome that uses its on-device Gemini Nano model to detect and block tech support scams.
Ascension Data Breach Exposes Personal and Health Information of Over 430,000 Patients
Ascension has confirmed that sensitive personal and health information belonging to over 437,000 patients was exposed in a data breach linked to a former business partner.
Fortnite Submitted to Apple for Review — Possible Return to iOS This Week
Epic Games has officially submitted Fortnite to Apple for review, signaling a long-awaited return of the popular battle royale title to the US iOS App Store.
Microsoft Bans DeepSeek App for Employees Over Data and Propaganda Concerns
Microsoft has officially banned its employees from using the DeepSeek app, citing concerns over data security and Chinese government influence, Microsoft President Brad Smith said during a Senate hearing on Thursday.
Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Sentenced to 12 Years for Crypto Fraud
Alex Mashinsky, the founder and former CEO of collapsed crypto lender Celsius, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for orchestrating a massive fraud scheme that resulted in billions in customer losses, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday.
India Orders X to Block 8,000 Accounts; Musk’s Platform Calls It Censorship
Social media platform X said the Indian government has asked it to block more than 8,000 accounts in the country for violating laws, and it will comply with the law of the land.
Eligible Apple Users Can Claim Part of $95M Siri Privacy Settlement
Apple users in the US can now apply to get a share of a $95 million payout related to a Siri privacy lawsuit.
Eating a Healthy Diet in Childhood Can Delay Menstrual Onset in Girls: Study
A new study finds that eating a diet rich in vegetables, legumes, and whole grains in childhood can delay the onset of menstruation in girls.
Hackers Exploit Critical Vulnerability in OttoKit WordPress Plugin to Create Rogue Admin Accounts
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in the OttoKit WordPress plugin, allowing them to create rogue administrator accounts on targeted websites.
New Phishing Kit ‘CoGUI’ Sent 580 Million Emails to Steal User Data
A new phishing kit called CoGUI has been used to send over 580 million emails between January and April 2025 in an attempt to steal account credentials and payment information from users.
LockBit Ransomware Gang Hit by Major Data Breach, Panel Defaced and Data Leaked
The LockBit ransomware gang has been hacked. Their dark web admin panels were defaced, and hackers leaked their internal database containing sensitive info like Bitcoin addresses, chat logs, and plaintext passwords.
Snap Map Hits 400 Million Users as Snapchat Leads in Real-Time Location Sharing
Snapchat says its Snap Map now has over 400 million monthly users. The feature shows where your friends are and helps you find cool places nearby.
