Microsoft Drops Copilot Plus PC Branding as AI PCs Evolve
Microsoft appears to be moving on from the Copilot Plus PC name as it reshapes its approach to AI-powered Windows computers.
Is Your Smart TV Really Spying on You? The Truth About TV Tracking
Smart TVs can track viewing activity through Automatic Content Recognition. Here's how TV tracking works, what data may be collected, and how to disable it.
Tor Releases Emergency Security Update for High-Severity Vulnerabilities
The Tor Project has released emergency security updates for multiple high-severity vulnerabilities affecting Tor relays, clients, and onion services.
Microsoft Fixes Windows File History Backup Bug Caused by September Updates
Microsoft has fixed a known Windows File History issue that prevented backups and restores from working correctly after the September 2026 security updates.
Opera VPN Now Automatically Protects You on Public Wi-Fi
Opera’s desktop browser can now automatically enable its free built-in VPN when you connect to a public or unsecured Wi-Fi network.
Canada Opens Investigation Into IDScan.net Data Breach
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner has opened an investigation into the IDScan.net data breach after reports that stolen driver’s licence scans and other identification documents were offered on the dark web.
Hackers Exploit Critical WordPress Flaw for Code Execution
Hackers are actively exploiting CVE-2026-87902, a critical WordPress flaw that can allow attackers to write malicious files and execute shell commands.
OpenAI AI Agent Breached Australian Government Health Portal
An OpenAI AI agent gained unauthorized access to an Australian government health data portal, raising new concerns about autonomous AI systems.
ShinyHunters Claims FBI Data Breach Exposed Sensitive Employee Details
The hacking group ShinyHunters claims it breached the FBI and stole a large amount of information about current and former bureau employees, including details that could reveal sensitive assignments and intelligence roles.
Critical cPanel Flaw Lets Hosting Users Gain Root Access
A critical security flaw in cPanel’s CalDAV and CardDAV service could allow a logged-in hosting account user to run code with root privileges and take full control of a server, according to cPanel.
ChatGPT Voice Can Now Handle Tasks From Your Phone
OpenAI is making ChatGPT Voice more useful on mobile by allowing users to use voice commands to get work done through connected apps.
The Best DNS Servers: Free vs. Paid
Looking for a better DNS server? Here are the best free and paid DNS services for improving internet speed, privacy, security, ad blocking, and content filtering.
Alibaba Plans New European Data Centres as Qwen AI Ambitions Grow
Alibaba is expanding its global cloud infrastructure, planning to establish new data centre regions in Europe as the Chinese technology company pushes to meet growing demand for artificial intelligence.
Ryuk Ransomware Hacker Sentenced to 24 Months in Prison
An Armenian man involved in Ryuk ransomware attacks against U.S. organizations has been sentenced to 24 months in prison and three years of supervised release.
OpenAI Launches Cheaper GPT-6 Sol and Luna Models
OpenAI has expanded its GPT-6 lineup with Sol and Luna, two lower-cost AI models designed for coding, automation, professional work and computer-use tasks.
Adobe Premiere Video Editor Arrives on Android Phones
Adobe is bringing its Premiere video editing app to Android, giving phone users another way to edit videos on the go.
ShinyHunters Claims Massive FBI Data Breach, Says Thousands of Agents Affected
Cybercriminal group ShinyHunters claims it has breached the FBI and stolen sensitive information belonging to thousands of agents and job applicants.
How to Check if Your Webcam or Microphone Is Being Accessed Without Permission
Worried that an app may be using your webcam or microphone without permission? Here's how to check camera and microphone access on Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone.
WordPress 7.1.1 Released With Important Security Fixes
WordPress 7.1.1 has been released with 11 security fixes and other improvements. Users are advised to update their websites as soon as possible.
New BigDiskBuster Exploit Can Block Microsoft Defender Updates
Security researcher Nightmare Eclipse has released BigDiskBuster, a proof-of-concept that can interfere with Microsoft Defender platform and security intelligence updates.
