Google has submitted a compliance plan to the European Commission addressing antitrust concerns about its adtech dominance. The company proposes product changes rather than the breakup regulators have threatened, arguing a split would harm publishers.
Mozilla is developing an AI Window for Firefox that creates a separate space for AI assistance while browsing. Unlike other browsers that bake AI into everything, this approach keeps your main tabs private. The feature is currently available through an early access waitlist.
A new trend is emerging where therapy clients want their human therapists to directly engage with the AI chatbots giving them mental health advice. This creates a complex therapist-AI-client triad that raises serious questions about treatment quality and safety. The practice is becoming common enoug
Google just issued a major warning about fake VPN apps being used to steal sensitive data. The company’s Fraud and Scams Advisory highlights how cybercriminals are exploiting VPN demand to deploy serious malware. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.
Google is creating a special bypass for experienced Android users who want to sideload unverified apps. The company is responding to developer and power user feedback while maintaining security protections. Full implementation of verification requirements won’t happen until late 2026.
Meta’s experiments with brain scanning and AI show how close we are to true mind-reading technology. Meanwhile, fitness trackers and wearables are already collecting sensitive neural data without proper safeguards. UNESCO warns this threatens our fundamental human rights.
Australia’s spy chief says Chinese hacking groups have penetrated critical infrastructure networks. The warnings echo similar concerns from US and Canadian security agencies about coordinated attacks.
Two Israeli spyware firms with controversial histories are seeking influence with the Trump White House. Meanwhile, Apple and WhatsApp are making new commitments to protect users from what they call “mercenary spyware” targeting their platforms.
Mullvad VPN is retiring its Leta search proxy service later this month. The Sweden-based privacy company says search engines are making proxy access increasingly difficult. Users are advised to switch to privacy-focused browsers instead.
Joe Novak lost nearly $280,000 after connecting with a stranger on Facebook who convinced him to invest in a fake crypto platform. The scam, known as pig butchering, involved months of building trust before stealing his funds. Here’s what you need to know to avoid similar schemes.
