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.
Second Neuralink Chip Recipient Progressing Well: Elon Musk
Tesla and SpaceX Founder Elon Musk on Thursday said that if all goes well, there will be hundreds of people with Neuralink brain chip within a few years, as the second recipient is progressing well.
Microsoft to Roll Out AI-Powered Windows Recall Feature to Insiders in October
Microsoft announced today that it will begin rolling out its AI-driven Windows Recall feature to Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs starting in October.
Google Releases Emergency Chrome Update to Patch Actively Exploited Zero-Day Vulnerability
Google has issued an emergency security update for Chrome, addressing a zero-day vulnerability that has been actively exploited in the wild.
Kentucky Man Sentenced to 81 Months for Identity Theft and Faking His Death
A 39-year-old man from Somerset, Kentucky, has been sentenced to 81 months in federal prison for identity theft and fraudulently registering himself as deceased in government systems.
Critical LiteSpeed Cache Vulnerability Puts Millions of WordPress Sites at Risk
A severe security flaw has been discovered in the LiteSpeed Cache WordPress plugin, which could allow attackers to take control of millions of websites by creating unauthorized admin accounts.
Telecom Company Fined $1 Million for Transmitting Deepfake Biden Robocall
The agency announced that a telecom company responsible for transmitting a deepfake robocall imitating President Joe Biden's voice has agreed to pay $1 million as part of a settlement with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Safeguarding Your Data: How to Protect Yourself Against Inevitable Data Breaches
Protecting your online privacy means not only managing your behavior but also relying on secure websites and apps. This guide offers actionable tips to fortify your defenses.
Playing with Grandchildren May Boost Older Adults’ Mental Health: Study
Playing with grandchildren can boost the mental well-being of older adults, even as age is the biggest risk factor for dementia and other neuro disorders like Alzheimer's disease, according to research on Wednesday.
ESA’s Juice Probe Aces Moon and Earth Flyby, Marking World’s Double First
The European Space Agency (ESA) on Wednesday said that its Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) probe has completed its flyby of the Moon and the Earth, marking a double-first in space history.
No Amount of Smoking Safe in Pregnancy: Study
Even modest smoking of just 1-2 cigarettes per day, either before or during pregnancy is strongly linked to serious health issues for the foetus, warned research.
