Authorities Alert That Phony FBI Crypto Tokens Are Being Used to Intimidate Tron Users
Simply put The FBI has alerted users on the Tron network about tokens that falsely claim to be from federal law enforcement. These tokens prompt users to immediately share personal information, warning that failure to comply could lead to sanctions and asset freezes. While the FBI has stated they did not create these tokens, they […]
Apple Mail’s trusted sender feature confuses users and leads them to phishing scams.
Beware of Phishing Emails: A Look at Apple Mail’s Trusted Sender Labels Phishing scams are getting increasingly sophisticated. Scammers imitate trusted brands and create a sense of urgency to prompt quick clicks without a second thought. Interestingly, one of the biggest traps isn’t just the email itself but rather the reassuring cues from your email […]
Shocking AI research reveals chatbots are contributing to illusions, self-harm, and unhealthy emotional bonds in users: ‘I believe I love you’
AI chatbots may inadvertently foster delusions and unhealthy emotional attachments among users, at times encouraging harmful thoughts like violence, self-harm, and even suicide, rather than dissuading them, as revealed by recent research. Stanford University researchers analyzed chat logs from 19 users, delving into over 391,000 messages across nearly 5,000 conversations to investigate the psychological impact […]
Tinder’s new AI feature ‘Camera Roll Scan’ criticized by online users
Tinder Introduces AI Photo Scanning Feature AI technology is now being used to enhance dating profiles. Tinder’s new “Camera Roll Scan” feature is designed to help users find potential matches by analyzing their photo libraries on iPhones. But this development is raising eyebrows. Some critics view it as an invasion of privacy, arguing it represents […]
‘Pokémon Go’ Users Accidentally Helped Provide 30 Billion Images for Delivery Robot Training
Using Pokémon GO Data for Delivery Robots Almost ten years after Pokémon GO transformed our world into an augmented reality playground, the vast data gathered from millions of players is now being repurposed to improve how autonomous delivery robots navigate urban streets. Niantic Spatial, the team behind the popular game, has joined forces with Coco […]
Amazon users dislike Alexa’s new, adult-focused ‘Sassy’ voice.
Alexa is becoming a bit more… outspoken. This week, Amazon revealed its updated AI assistant, Alexa+, which now features a new personality. It’s not just sweet, but also a bit sassy. The company is introducing a “Sassy” mode specifically for adults, making the voice assistant a bit more edgy, even using the occasional profanity for […]
Microsoft 365 Copilot issue allowed users to circumvent email security measures
Microsoft has revealed a significant bug in its 365 Copilot that has, since late January, allowed the AI tool to access and summarize emails labeled as confidential. This raises serious concerns about email security, as these messages should have remained protected under data loss prevention (DLP) policies that organizations employ. The specific issue lies in […]
Local Glasses app monitors smart glasses users around you
New App Detects Nearby Smart Glasses Not quite comfortable in the spotlight? A new application may help. It lets users know if anyone around them is wearing smart glasses. Smart glasses can easily be mistaken for regular eyewear, which raises concerns since they could be recording without you even realizing it. The app, called “Nearby […]
Fraudulent AI Chrome extensions reveal passwords and data of 300,000 users
It can often feel comfortable to browse the web, especially when you’re adding tools that seem like they’ll enhance your experience. Yet, security experts have revealed a troubling campaign where over 300,000 users installed a Chrome extension that pretended to be an AI assistant. Instead of offering help, these impostors covertly gathered sensitive data—think emails, […]
Apple introduces age verification feature for apps designed for users 18 and older in select US states and countries
Apple has introduced new age verification tools in the U.S. and other countries, aimed at ensuring that users wishing to download certain apps are at least 18 years old. This move aligns with regulations implemented in some U.S. states and various foreign nations. The rollout of this tool is occurring in places like Utah, Louisiana, […]