Apple has fundamentally changed how iPhone security updates work with iOS 26.1. The new Background Security Improvements feature enables silent, automatic patching of critical vulnerabilities without user intervention. This represents a seismic shift in mobile security philosophy.
A sophisticated attack on University of Pennsylvania’s single sign-on system compromised 1.2 million records and enabled mass email distribution. The incident highlights critical vulnerabilities in institutional identity management systems that protect sensitive donor and student data.
A surprising voice from law enforcement joins the encryption debate. Former FBI General Counsel James Baker argues against backdoors, warning they create more threats than they solve. His insights reveal why even investigators need strong encryption.
Character.AI has removed access for all users under 18 following lawsuits alleging the platform contributed to teen suicides. The company faces mounting legal pressure and regulatory scrutiny as the AI industry confronts safety responsibilities.
Proton expands its privacy-first AI assistant to businesses with the same zero-data logging and European hosting protections. The move challenges enterprise AI norms but faces adoption hurdles in competitive markets.
Surfshark has unveiled a new web content blocker designed to help families manage online access without monitoring browsing behavior. The tool allows filtering by content categories and includes two-factor authentication for secure settings locking. This approach shifts away from traditional tracking-based parental controls.
Surfshark, a prominent VPN provider, has reportedly launched a web content blocker that enables users to filter online content by category without tracking their browsing activity. According to reports, this feature aims to foster a safer and more respectful online environment by blocking unwanted sites while preserving user privacy.
Signal President Meredith Whittaker has responded to Elon Musk’s claims that he no longer trusts the encrypted messaging platform. The exchange highlights ongoing debates about verifiable security in private messaging applications and the tradeoffs between decentralization and usability.
Elon Musk, executive chairman and CTO of X, has publicly declared he no longer trusts Signal following a service disruption caused by an Amazon Web Services outage on Monday, according to reports. The statement has sparked a public exchange with Signal President Meredith Whittaker regarding what constitutes trustworthy encryption in private messaging platforms.
A federal judge has permanently barred Israeli surveillance firm NSO Group from accessing WhatsApp’s services following years of litigation. The ruling comes alongside a significant reduction in damages the company must pay Meta Platforms.
A federal judge has granted Meta Platforms‘ request for a permanent injunction blocking Israeli cyberintelligence firm NSO Group from targeting users of its WhatsApp messaging service, according to court documents reviewed by multiple news outlets. The ruling represents a significant legal victory for the messaging platform after six years of litigation over alleged surveillance activities.
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Google has officially discontinued most of its Privacy Sandbox technologies after six years of development. The decision comes months after the company revealed it would not replace third-party cookies with the controversial tracking system.
Google has officially terminated its Privacy Sandbox initiative, according to recent announcements from the tech giant. The decision marks the conclusion of a six-year effort to develop privacy-focused advertising technology that would replace traditional tracking methods.
