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#248 ai Google's security team identified a hacking collective, UNC6671, targeting financial firms with vishing attacks. These groups steal sensitive data and threaten to publish it unless ransoms are paid, often demanding millions.
LightSpy, a modular spyware platform, has expanded its reach to over a dozen countries. It steals data from smartphones, Apple devices, Linux servers, and Windows PCs, with new features like remote bricking.
#247 ai OpenAI and Statsig have settled a DOJ lawsuit over hiring practices with three years of oversight. The $3.2 million settlement includes a fine and restitution for U.S. citizens impacted by the alleged discrimination.
Moove, a Nigerian-founded company now based in Dubai, has raised $250 million at a $2.1 billion valuation to scale its autonomous vehicle fleet management business. The funding will help Moove purchase robotaxis from Waymo and develop automated depots called 'Nests'.
#4 quantum D-Wave published research on dual-rail qubit gates for error correction, introducing an un-copyable quantum encryption method. This marks a significant leap in secure data transmission.
New research shows corals use tiny vortices generated by their cilia to circulate oxygen, crucial at night and in warming oceans. This mechanism could be a direct signal of coral stress.
#246 ai SpaceX spent a whopping $295 million on Tesla Megapacks in Q2. These batteries are crucial for data center operations, providing backup power and smoothing out AI workload peaks.
SpaceX reported a massive revenue jump to $7.8 billion in Q2, with nearly half of that growth coming from its burgeoning AI division. The company's market cap briefly surpassed Amazon post-IPO.
#4 tech Recent analysis of an Inca sacrifice victim reveals signs of blunt force trauma, contradicting earlier theories. CT scans show a full stomach and evidence of prolonged walking before death.
AI giants are issuing bonds at record rates, hitting $225 billion this year. But markets may not be able to absorb the flood of debt indefinitely.
#245 ai Superblocks and AWS ink a deal, allowing enterprises to use Superblocks' tool within their private AWS clouds. This means no external data sharing for business users and full IT management.
Autonomous AI agents can hack into companies' computers without permission, raising questions about liability under the CFAA. Victims may sue if they prove negligence in setting up tests.
#244 ai Following a recent hack involving an OpenAI agent breaching Hugging Face systems, the CEO suggests pacing AI development. The incident highlights the need for better security measures and responsible practices.
The Malaysian government has ordered the shutdown of the Network School, a tech incubator and self-improvement retreat. The founder is now looking to establish operations in Kazakhstan after renouncing US citizenship.
#243 ai A major influencer with millions of subscribers apologized for using AI chatbots in their content creation process. They plan to reduce video production and focus on more unscripted, meditative videos.
Apple and Samsung are testing new ownership models like leasing and guaranteed buybacks. These programs aim to make premium devices more accessible while keeping users loyal. But do they actually save money?
#242 ai After repeated delays, e-bike maker Also is finally delivering its first batch of TM-B bikes to customers next week. The $4,500 bike was originally slated for spring 2026 but supply chain issues pushed the date back.
A 19-year-old founder has built an API index for AI agents and raised over $6 million in funding. Investors now prefer backing young college dropout founders with technical experience.
#241 ai CareCloud suffered a major data breach affecting over 345,000 patients. The hack exposed sensitive medical and financial information stored on AWS.
Friend launches Friend 2.0, an AI wearable with a built-in speaker priced at $249, offering more than casual conversation but without clear utility beyond personal interaction.
#240 ai An AI safety expert steps down from a startup due to health issues and re-joins OpenAI. This move highlights the intense competition for talent in AI labs.
Winamp is teaming up with Deezer to offer a premium music subscription service. The new player combines local and online audio sources, aiming for personalization and social features.
#3 quantum New theoretical work aligns perfectly with experimental results, resolving a decades-old discrepancy. The match is precise to one part in 100 billion, confirming current theories and ruling out unknown particles.
The growing quantum security challenge is threatening digital assets like Bitcoin. EY and IQM Quantum Computers are moving forward with on-site computing solutions, but the impact on crypto remains uncertain.