A maximum severity vulnerability in React, dubbed React2Shell, is being actively exploited less than a week after its December 3 disclosure. Threat actors are targeting internet-facing Next.js applications for cryptomining, credential theft, and backdoor installation. Security firms warn exploitatio
StableChain, a new layer-one blockchain built specifically for Tether’s USDT, launched its mainnet today. Backed by Bitfinex and PayPal, it underscores how much of crypto now revolves around centralized, dollar-pegged tokens, moving far from decentralized ideals.
Epiwafer supplier IQE has signed a multi-year extension to its strategic supply agreement with photonics giant Lumentum. The deal focuses on wafers for vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs), which are crucial for 3D sensing in consumer gadgets and automotive LiDAR.
Rivian is holding a major event focused on self-driving tech and AI on December 11 at 12PM ET. The company is expected to showcase its “Universal Hands Free” feature and detail its autonomy roadmap. But firm rollout details might still be a ways off.
In an internal memo, Apple’s chipmaking chief Johny Srouji has directly addressed speculation about his future. He stated he loves his job and team and has no plans to leave, countering a recent report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This comes amid a wave of high-profile executive departures at Apple
The Galaxy Watch FE is finally getting the Wear OS 6 update that other Samsung watches received months ago. It’s starting in South Korea with firmware version R861XXU1CYK6 and includes the October 2025 security patch. This could signal good news for the older Galaxy Watch 4.
NordVPN is expanding its security toolkit with a new email protection feature. It scans links in your webmail inbox for phishing and malware, flagging dangers before you click. The tool is part of the Threat Protection Pro suite for macOS and Windows.
Tether is expanding beyond crypto, investing in a major funding round for an Italian humanoid robotics startup. The move signals a growing convergence of capital from crypto, chips, and state-backed funds into physical AI.
The European Union has fined X €120 million for violating the Digital Services Act, marking the first penalty under the new law. Elon Musk responded by calling the fine “bullshit” and suggesting the EU should be abolished.
Microsoft’s rapid rollout of Copilot isn’t translating to strong user adoption. New data estimates its quarterly growth at a mere 2%, far behind competitors, as customers reportedly resist buying the AI add-on.
