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China Tells Tech Firms to Halt Nvidia AI Chip Buys, Backs Homegrown Tech
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Key Takeaways Government orders halt to Nvidia chip purchases: Chinese authorities have instructed leading cloud providers and telecom companies to pause new orders for Nvidiaโs AI chips. Domestic alternatives receive government backing: China is urging firms to increase sourcing from…
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Cyberattack on Vietnam Creditors Leaks Sensitive Financial Data
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Key Takeaways Sensitive customer data was leaked after hackers accessed financial records, personal details, and transaction histories at several Vietnam-based lenders. The incident was detected early this week when suspicious network activity triggered internal security protocols on Monday. Impacted creditors…
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LG and Samsung Unveil 37-Inch 4K Monitors with Built-In Charging and LAN
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Key Takeaways LG and Samsung unveil large 4K monitors: Both brands have introduced new 37-inch, ultra-high-resolution monitors designed for multitasking and immersive use. Integrated device charging: The monitors feature built-in power delivery for laptops and mobile devices, streamlining cable management….
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AI Tops Cybersecurity in US EdTech Priorities for 2024
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Key Takeaways AI emerges as 2024 EdTech priority: U.S. educational technology leaders now rank artificial intelligence above cybersecurity as their main area of focus. Widespread AI adoption: Over 65% of surveyed education organizations are already using or piloting AI systems…
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Microsoft PowerToys Adds Popular Mac Shortcut Features to Windows 11
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Key Takeaways Mac-inspired shortcuts introduced: PowerToys adds features like โQuick Accessโ and enhanced window management, closely mirroring popular MacOS shortcuts. Spotlight-style search included: Users can now search apps, files, and settings with a floating search box similar to Appleโs Spotlight….
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AI Drives Surge in Ransomware Attacks Predicted for 2025
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Key Takeaways AI accelerates ransomware evolution: Criminals are using AI to automate and refine attacks, making them harder to detect and more persuasive through personalized phishing tactics. 2025 projected as record high: Cybersecurity reports predict ransomware cases will break previous…
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New Portable SSD Adds Apple Find My for Easy Device Recovery
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Key Takeaways Apple Find My integration enhances SSD recovery: Users can track lost SSDs directly from Apple devices, utilizing Appleโs global crowdsourced network for efficient recovery. Data security advances for remote workers: With Find My, the portable SSD becomes an…
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Stealth macOS Malware Infected Thousands of Apple Devices for Years
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Key Takeaways Widespread macOS infection was identified, impacting at least 10,000 Apple devices globally and affecting both individuals and organizations. Researchers determined that the malware used advanced evasion techniques to bypass popular antivirus software and built-in macOS security. Sensitive data…
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OpenAI and Oracle Strike $300B Deal to Boost AI Infrastructure
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Key Takeaways $300 billion deal powers AI expansion: The multi-year partnership will fund new data centers to supply AI projects with unprecedented compute resources. Compute scarcity now a key bottleneck: Industry focus is shifting from model design and data to…
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AI-Driven Ransomware Now Behind 80% of Cyberattacks in 2025
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Key Takeaways AI now drives 80% of ransomware attacks: Automated malware using artificial intelligence dominates global cybercriminal tactics in 2025. Attacks are faster and harder to detect: AI tools allow hackers to customize threats in real time, bypassing traditional security…
