Learn how BitLocker, passkeys, Microsoft Defender, and other Windows 11 security features protect your data, accounts, apps, and devices.

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Researchers found Chinese and Russian SDKs in Android apps marketed to U.S. military users, highlighting software supply chain and enterprise privacy risks.

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New data shows 55.3 million Suno accounts were affected in a breach exposing contact details, purchases, and partial payment card information.

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France will ban social media for children under 15, requiring nationwide age checks and raising privacy and platform compliance concerns.

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Trump administration AI testing chief Chris Fall resigned after just 90 days, leaving CAISI under interim leadership during a critical period for AI safety standards.

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Security researchers warn hackers are actively exploiting two patched WordPress Core vulnerabilities that could let attackers fully compromise unpatched websites.

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Healthcare software vendor Craneware confirmed attackers stole data during a cyberattack, underscoring growing cybersecurity risks facing healthcare suppliers.

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An AWS software bug showed some customers billing estimates in the billions and trillions. Here is what failed, why invoices were unaffected, and what IT teams should know.

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This is a comprehensive list of the top Disaster Recovery as a Service providers. Use this guide to compare and choose the best solution for you.

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23andMe will pay $18 million to settle claims from 43 states over its 2023 data breach, which exposed genetic information tied to nearly 7 million people.

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Microsoft is reportedly developing Project Perception, a lower-cost AI security tool that would use multiple models to identify enterprise vulnerabilities.

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Zoom patched a critical Windows flaw that could enable remote account takeover, along with three high-severity privilege-escalation vulnerabilities.

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The FCC has proposed requiring identity verification for phone activation, a move supporters say will fight fraud while critics warn it threatens privacy.

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Apple faces a proposed class action alleging a Hide My Email flaw could expose users’ real addresses despite the company’s privacy claims.

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Catch up on the week's biggest tech news, including Google's app store shakeup, Apple's AI expansion, OpenAI's hardware plans, and critical security threats.

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1Password's new Claude integration lets AI agents sign in to websites without exposing passwords, adding user approval and credential protection.

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Hugging Face says an autonomous AI agent carried out a cyberattack against its production systems, highlighting the growing role of AI in offensive and defensive cybersecurity.

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ClickLock can shut down Mac apps for more than three days while pressuring users to enter a password and stealing sensitive account data in the background.

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EU rules will make Google share anonymized search data and give rival AI assistants broader access to Android features across Europe.

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The biggest data breaches of 2026 so far, ranked by impact, with details on exposed data, affected users, and what readers should do next.

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SpaceXAI open-sourced Grok Build under Apache 2.0 after privacy backlash over broad directory uploads from its terminal AI coding agent.

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Researchers say a Claude for Chrome flaw lets rogue extensions trigger Gmail, Docs, and Calendar tasks, with greater risk in unattended mode.

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New Jalisco and OmegaLord phishing kits target Microsoft 365 accounts by abusing device code flows, OAuth tokens, and MFA prompts to maintain access.

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Microsoft fixed a record 570 security flaws in July 2026 Patch Tuesday, including three zero-days and two exploited bugs.

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The CMMC assessment pause doesn't remove cybersecurity obligations. Here's why defense contractors should treat it as an opportunity to strengthen governance and AI oversight.

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Apple is warning iPhone users about FaceTime scams. Learn how the fraud works, what Apple recommends, and how to report suspicious calls.

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Microsoft now recommends installing Windows 11 quality updates within three days, citing AI-driven cyberattacks that can exploit new vulnerabilities faster than ever.

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Apple is testing an iOS 26.6 security alert that warns users about malicious iMessages and lets them report suspicious messages.

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Lidl says attackers stole customer data in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands via a third-party provider, raising concerns about phishing and GDPR compliance.

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A Claude Code-powered cyberattack exposed AI governance gaps common among Australian businesses, where oversight continues to lag adoption.

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Get antivirus, firewall, and VPN service with a one-year subscription to Panda Dome for just $29.99.

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Meta scrapped a Muse Image feature days after launch following backlash over consent, privacy, and the use of public Instagram photos.

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RedHook malware uses fake banking and government apps to steal data and control Android phones, with attacks confirmed in Vietnam and Indonesia so far.

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With a lifetime subscription to BigMIND DR, you can recover your data for 83% off the regular price of $357.

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An exposed WP-SHELLSTORM server revealed tools, logs, cloud credentials, and thousands of webshells used in a large website hacking campaign.

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Anthropic’s AI-run espionage report shows why enterprises need stronger governance for AI agents, MCP connectors, and enterprise data access.

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A Telstra software defect disrupted mobile services, rail communications, payments, and emergency calls across Australia, exposing infrastructure risks.

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Chrome 150 adds an in-menu back button to Android, reorganizes several controls, and delivers important browser security fixes.

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New York will ban Meta and other smart glasses from all 1,240 state courts starting July 20 over privacy and recording concerns.

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China warned organizations to remove certain Claude Code versions over alleged backdoor risks, while Anthropic called the feature anti-abuse protection.

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Google’s $3 ChromeOS Flex Kit is back after selling out. Here’s who should use it, who should skip it, and what to check first.

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AssuranceAmerica says hackers accessed the driver's license data of 6.9 million customers, exposing personal information and raising concerns about identity theft.

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Discord says a moderation bug wrongly banned more than 8,000 users after harmless images triggered its automated safety system.

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The UK Cyber Resilience Pledge gives organizations a 30/60/90-day checklist for NCSC alerts, supplier Cyber Essentials checks and board-level cyber governance.

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DuckDuckGo’s web browser, often referred to as the DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser, can now block video ads, including in-video ads on YouTube.

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Make Windows 11 feel faster with nine cleanup tips for startup apps, storage, background processes, updates, malware scans, and more.

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OpenAI is set to launch GPT-5.6 after a US security review, raising new questions for enterprise AI access, safeguards, and governance.

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A fake recruitment phishing campaign impersonates major brands and uses trusted HR platforms to steal Google account credentials.

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Australia’s under-16 social media ban faces scrutiny after testers found major platforms did not ask for age proof.

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