It’s Glowtime: Apple to Launch iPhone 16 Series on Sep 9
Apple on Monday announced a special event on September 9, where it is set to launch the new line-up of iPhones along with other gadgets and software services.
Uber Fined $324 Million over Data Transfer Breach of European Cab Drivers
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) on Monday imposed a hefty fine of 290 million euros ($324 million) on ride-hailing platform Uber over data transfer breach of European taxi drivers.
Polaris Dawn-SpaceX Mission: Crew Safety Paramount, Says Musk
Crew safety is paramount, said Elon Musk on Monday, a day ahead of the launch of SpaceX's Polaris Dawn spacecraft to low-Earth orbit.
ServiceBridge Data Breach Exposes 32 Million Records, Raising Significant Security Concerns
The breach, by Fowler to WebsitePlanet, revealed that nearly 32 million records were exposed in a non-password-protected database, posing serious security risks for the affected companies and individuals.
Our CEO Pavel Durov Has Nothing to Hide: Telegram on His Arrest
Encrypted messaging app Telegram on Monday said that its CEO Pavel Durov — who was arrested in France — has nothing to hide and “it is absurd to claim that a platform or its owner is responsible for the abuse of that platform.”
Europol-Backed Operation Dismantles Major Cocaine Lab, 28 Arrested
In a coordinated effort led by Europol, Spanish (Policía Nacional) and Colombian (Policía Nacional de Colombia) law enforcement agencies have successfully dismantled a large-scale cocaine-smuggling network.
Meta Tests Disappearing Posts on Threads, Echoing Twitter’s Fleets
Meta is currently testing a new feature on its Threads platform that allows posts to disappear after 24 hours.
Instagram Has Massive Child Exploitation Problem But No Arrest For Zuckerberg: Musk
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Sunday came out in support of Telegram Founder Pavel Durov, saying Mark Zuckerberg should instead be arrested for "massive child exploitation" problem on his Meta-owned Instagram.
NASA Adjusts Astronaut Return Plans Amid Starliner Concerns
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson announced today that US astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will return to Earth next February aboard the SpaceX Crew-9 mission, following more than 80 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Faces up to 20 Years in Prison if Convicted
Russian-born Pavel Durov, founder and owner of the popular encrypted messaging app Telegram, has been arrested in France over several charges related to his platform and faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
Poor Sleep May Lead to Weight Gain and Cholesterol Problems: Study
People who sleep poorly are likely to experience greater levels of fatty triglycerides -- a type of blood cholesterol -- and abdominal fat that can increase the risk of stroke, heart disease, and other health issues, according to research.
Meta Identifies Hacking Attempts on U.S. Officials’ WhatsApp Accounts
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has flagged potential hacking attempts targeting the WhatsApp accounts of U.S. officials from both the Biden and Trump administrations.
Russian Arrested in Argentina for Crypto Laundering Linked to North Korea
The Argentine Federal Police (PFA) have apprehended a 29-year-old Russian national in Buenos Aires on charges of laundering cryptocurrency funds linked to the notorious North Korean hacker group, Lazarus.
Ex-Bank CEO Sentenced to 24 Years for $47.1M Crypto Scam That Collapsed Bank
A Kansas man, Shan Hanes, was sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzling $47.1 million while serving as the CEO of Heartland Tri-State Bank.
Remembering ‘Windows 95’? It Is 29 Years Old Today
The launch of Windows 95 on August 24th, 1995, was one of the most highly anticipated moments in tech history.
Google to Launch Major Find My Device Update with Offline Tracking Capabilities
Google is preparing to roll out a significant update to its Find My Device feature, expanding its capabilities with a new network that will allow users to locate their devices even when they’re offline.
Hackers Exploit Critical Vulnerability in Popular WordPress Plugin LiteSpeed Cache
Just one day after detailed technical information about a critical vulnerability in the LiteSpeed Cache WordPress plugin was made public, cybercriminals have begun actively exploiting it.
Instagram Revives Myspace Nostalgia with New Profile Song Feature
Instagram has introduced a nostalgic new feature that allows users to add a song to their profile, reminiscent of the early Myspace days.
Apple to Introduce Expanded Default App Options for iPhone and iPad Users in the EU
Apple is gearing up to introduce significant changes for iPhone and iPad users in the European Union, allowing them to select default apps for various functions, such as phone calls, messaging, keyboards, and password management.
Ukraine Tried To Attack Russian Nuclear Plant In Kursk: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Ukrainian forces had attempted to strike the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, during their ongoing incursion into the Kursk Region.
