FBI alerts Microsoft 365 users about Kali365 scam that evades MFA security
Google’s Insights on AI-Driven Phishing Scams Google’s General Counsel, Halimah Delaine Prado, has highlighted the alarming increase in phishing scams powered by artificial intelligence, particularly those originating from certain companies in China. These criminals are adeptly using AI to craft convincingly fake websites that mimic well-known brands, such as T-Mobile. This has resulted in significant […]
Disney reaches a $50 million settlement for users of YouTube TV and DirecTV.
There might be a chance for a payout from Disney. The Walt Disney Company has committed to settling a class action lawsuit for a remarkable $50 million. This lawsuit claims Disney pressured YouTubeTV and DirecTV Stream to raise their subscription prices, allegedly breaching both federal and state antitrust and consumer protection regulations. The complaint indicates […]
Users claim ‘miracle drug’ kratom is actually a dangerous, addictive substance.
The Rise of Kratom and Its Impact on Users Bari Sinoyannis, a stay-at-home mom, sought a natural remedy for pain when she purchased kratom powder at a smoke shop in North Carolina back in 2022. She was drawn to its marketing as a plant-based alternative to traditional painkillers. “I thought, hey, I’ll give it a […]
Inexpensive Chinese AI models are rapidly attracting users throughout the US market.
U.S. AI Dominance at Risk Amid Chinese Advances Chinese AI models, known for their high performance and low costs, are quickly gaining traction in the U.S. market, raising concerns about America’s leadership in artificial intelligence. One notable recent release is the open-source model GLM-5.2 from z.AI, launched on June 16, which is designed for coding […]
Google Opposed Secret Request for Identities of Users Who Inquired About Political Headquarters Before January 6 Pipe Bomb
Google has been engaged in a discreet legal battle against a U.S. warrant that sought the identities of numerous internet users who searched for the Democratic and Republican Party headquarters in Washington on January 5, 2021, just before pipe bombs were found there. Recently unsealed court documents show that Google contested a 2023 Justice Department […]
Microsoft states that companies need to pay for its AI while looking at an affordable Chinese model for everyday users.
Microsoft Adjusts AI Offerings Following User Surge Just a few months after welcoming over 430 million new users into its extensive AI network, Microsoft is reconsidering its earlier commitment to providing “everyday productivity apps for work and life.” However, this comes with a catch and potential costs. In January, Microsoft quickly grew its user base […]
Court Decides Against Prohibiting Gun Ownership for Marijuana Users
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Ali Hemani On Thursday, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling that impacts the prosecution of Ali Hemani, who was charged with being a marijuana user and possessing a firearm. The case, known as United States v. Hemani, revolved around Hemani’s conviction for being an “illegal […]
Snap Introduces Augmented Reality Glasses Priced at $2,195, Faces Criticism from Expected Users
Snap Unveils New AR Glasses, Faces Mixed Reaction Snap, the company behind Snapchat, introduced its new augmented reality (AR) glasses, named “Specs,” which retail for $2,195. On Tuesday, CEO Evan Spiegel suggested these glasses could be the next big step after smartphones. However, both the stock market and social media users had a rather unfavorable […]
Is a Dystopia Coming? UK to Monitor ‘All Content’ on Users’ Phones Without Facial Recognition or ID Uploads
The messaging app Signal has expressed its discontent with the UK government’s plans for age verification measures, which they argue are supposedly designed to “protect” children. As part of a new regulation barring social media use for individuals under 16, the government plans to require companies to access the phone libraries of all underage users, […]
OpenAI considers lowering prices to attract users from competitor Anthropic, according to a report.
OpenAI Contemplates Price Cuts Amid Growing Competition OpenAI is reportedly contemplating significant price reductions to attract customers from its competitor, Anthropic, which could potentially ignite a price war as both companies prepare for their anticipated public listings this year. The San Francisco-based AI leader is looking into lowering the prices of its tokens—the standard unit […]