US Charges 31 More Suspects in ATM Jackpotting Case Linked to Venezuelan Gang
A federal grand jury in Nebraska has charged 31 additional defendants for their alleged roles in a large-scale ATM jackpotting operation tied to the Venezuelan criminal group Tren de Aragua.
WinRAR Vulnerability Actively Exploited by State and Criminal Hackers
Multiple threat actors, including state-sponsored groups and financially motivated cybercriminals, are actively exploiting a high-severity WinRAR vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-8088, according to new findings from the Google Threat Intelligence Group.
OpenAI Launches Prism, an AI Workspace Built for Scientific Writing
OpenAI has introduced a new scientific workspace called Prism, a web-based tool designed to help researchers write, review, and refine scientific papers using AI.
Amazon Agrees to Over $1 Billion Settlement Over Refund Disputes
Amazon has reached a settlement worth more than $1 billion to resolve allegations that it failed to properly refund customers for returned items, according to court documents first reported by Reuters.
AI “Nudify” Apps Continue to Spread Despite App Store Crackdowns
A new report released this week by the Tech Transparency Project (TTP) shows that dozens of AI-powered “nudify” apps are still widely available on major app stores, raising serious concerns about privacy, consent, and platform oversight.
Pornhub to Block Unverified UK Users Starting February 2
Pornhub will begin blocking new users in the UK who have not verified their age, starting February 2, 2026, following stricter enforcement of the country’s Online Safety Act.
Google Pushes Search Closer to an AI Chat Experience
Google is continuing its shift away from traditional link-based search by expanding its AI-powered features, making Search feel more like a conversational chatbot.
WhatsApp Introduces Strict Account Settings for High-Risk Users
WhatsApp is rolling out a new security feature called Strict Account Settings, designed to protect users who may be at a higher risk of cyberattacks, such as journalists, activists, and public figures.
Enterprise File Sharing Solutions: Secure, Scalable, and Collaborative
Enterprise file sharing solutions are designed specifically to meet these needs. They enable organizations to store, manage, and share files internally and externally while maintaining visibility, security, and regulatory compliance
France Moves to Ban Social Media for Children Under 15
France’s National Assembly has voted to back legislation that would ban children under the age of 15 from using social media, citing growing concerns over online bullying, addiction, and mental health risks.
Cloudflare Explains 25 Minute Internet Routing Leak That Dropped 12 Gbps of IPv6 Traffic
Cloudflare has shared more details about a recent Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) route leak that disrupted IPv6 traffic for about 25 minutes, leading to congestion, packet loss, and roughly 12 Gbps of dropped traffic.
Microsoft Releases Emergency Update to Fix Actively Exploited Office Zero Day Flaw
Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band security updates to fix a high-severity zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Office that is actively being exploited in real-world attacks.
Meta Plans to Test Premium Subscriptions on Instagram Facebook and WhatsApp
Meta has announced plans to test new premium subscription plans across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, aiming to offer users exclusive features and enhanced AI-powered tools while keeping the core apps free.
OpenAI Is Deciding How Much Advertisers Will Pay for Ads on ChatGPT
According to The Information, OpenAI is considering ad rates of around $60 per 1,000 views, which is roughly three times higher than what advertisers typically pay on Meta’s platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
Internal Documents Reveal How Social Media Companies Targeted Teen Engagement Despite Risks
Recently released internal documents show how major social media companies viewed teenagers as a major growth opportunity, even while privately discussing the risks heavy platform use could pose to young users.
Nvidia Launches Open Source AI Platform to Power Advanced Weather Forecasting
NVIDIA has introduced a new open-source artificial intelligence platform aimed at helping governments and businesses build their own advanced weather forecasting systems using AI and complex climate data.
Google May Pay Users After Lawsuit Over Accidental Voice Recordings
Google has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over claims that its devices recorded users without proper consent, potentially allowing millions of people to claim compensation.
Personal Data of Over 30 Million Coupang Users May Have Been Leaked Police Say
South Korean police believe that personal information from more than 30 million users of Coupang may have been leaked, far exceeding the company’s earlier claim that only a few thousand accounts were affected.
European Commission Launches New Investigation Into Elon Musk’s X Over Grok Deepfake Concerns
The European Commission has opened a new formal investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X, focusing on the risks linked to its AI chatbot Grok under the Digital Services Act (DSA).
How to Disable Annoying Facebook Notifications
Tired of annoying Facebook notifications? Learn how to disable unnecessary alerts step by step and keep only important updates that truly matter.
