Trump reportedly set to sign executive order on TikTok deal
The administration is poised to finalize an executive order detailing a proposed deal involving TikTok. The move signals a swift governmental intervention in the persistent debate surrounding the social media platform’s operations in the U.S., potentially reshaping its business model and user experience amid national security concerns.
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Britain jumps into bed with Palantir in £1.5B defense pact
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New Footage Emerges in Charlie Kirk Assassination Probe
New video evidence in the attempted assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has emerged, intensifying the search for the suspect. Authorities are scrutinizing the fresh footage while calling for a thorough investigation into possible extremist ties. Public pressure mounts as investigators race to piece together the suspect’s trail.
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The iPhone 17 memory shield will give spyware developers a hard time
appleinsider - The iPhone 17 offers advanced memory protection features that are set to cause headaches for spyware developers.Apple's new Memory Integrity Enforcement feature will present a problem for spyware vendors and developers.On Tuesday, Apple announced that the…
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OpenAI Whistleblower Death Sparks Fierce Reactions
In a tension-filled exchange on live television, OpenAI’s Sam Altman was grilled about a mysterious whistleblower death—with one commentator bluntly asserting “he was definitely murdered.” Even Elon Musk couldn’t resist weighing in, adding extra spice to an already combustible controversy.
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Even killings are content
Mia Sato / theverge - Minutes after news that right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk had been shot at a planned campus event at Utah Valley University, the wheels of social media engagement farming and clout chasing had already begun to grind to life. Kirk, despite being in his 30…
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Senator blasts Microsoft for 'dangerous, insecure software' that helped pwn US hospitals
Carly Page / theregister - Ron Wyden urges FTC to probe failure to secure Windows after attackers used Kerberoasting to cripple Ascension Microsoft is back in the firing line after US Senator Ron Wyden accused Redmond of shipping "dangerous, insecure software" that helped cybercroo…
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Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event
Andrew Couts, Dell Cameron / wired - Turning Point USA cofounder Charlie Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. A suspect is in custody, according to campus police, but details remain murky.
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Apple Confirms Memory Security Feature Arriving With iPhone 17
Steve Vegvari / iphoneincanada - Apple is introducing a new memory security feature across the iPhone 17 series, leveraging the A19 chip.The post Apple Confirms Memory Security Feature Arriving With iPhone 17 first appeared on iPhone in Canada.
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Former WhatsApp Security Head Sues Meta Over Alleged Security Flaws On Messaging App
Prabhanu Kumar Das / medianama - The ex-Security Head for WhatsApp has alleged blatant security flaws on the messaging app in a lawsuit that he filed against parent company Meta.The post Former WhatsApp Security Head Sues Meta Over Alleged Security Flaws On Messaging App appeared first o…
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Nintendo Lawyers Secure Another Payday After Reaching Settlement With Genki Over CES Switch 2 Mockup
Wesley Yin-Poole / ign - A U.S. judge has ordered accessories manufacturer Genki to pay Nintendo damages as part of a settlement in the lawsuit over the company’s Switch 2 mockup shown at CES 2025.
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Heathrow Terminal Incident Forces Partial Closure and Evacuation
Heathrow Airport faced an unexpected incident that led to one terminal being partially closed and evacuated while emergency services scrambled to manage the situation. Investigations are underway as officials work to restore normal operations amid travel disruptions.
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VirusTotal’s AI Uncovers Year-Long Malware Campaign Hidden in SVG Files
Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - VirusTotal has used its AI Code Insight tool to uncover a year-long malware campaign that hid within SVG files to evade antivirus software.The post VirusTotal’s AI Uncovers Year-Long Malware Campaign Hidden in SVG Files appeared first on WinBuzzer.
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Sola Security Secures $35M Series A Funding
Cybersecurity startup Sola Security has closed a $35 million Series A round—complete with backing from major players like Microsoft—marking a key milestone in its growth journey. This new capital is set to drive innovative advancements in its cybersecurity technology and expand the company’s market presence.
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Linux Mint 22.2 ‘Zara’ released with native fingerprint support – also has a new syncing sticky note system
tomshardware - Linux Mint 22.2 ‘Zara’ has been released today, offering native fingerprint biometrics, an updated Sticky Notes app, and improved update management.
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Ecobee now has Apple Home security system integrations
appleinsider - Ecobee is expanding its security system integrations with new Apple Home support, all for the same monthly fee.Ecobee's security system can now be integrated into the Home appUsers of the Ecobee Smart Thermostat who use the Ecobee Smart Security feature n…
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Biden stopped ICE from buying Israeli spyware, but Trump admin allows it to proceed
Brandon Vigliarolo / theregister - Privacy advocates don't care if Paragon is based in the US now - they still don't want ICE armed with spyware ICE may soon have a new weapon in its arsenal. The White House has reversed a Biden-era decision to suspend the Immigration and Customs Enforceme…
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Proton introduces emergency access to accounts
Ian Barker / betanews - Imagine the scenario, you’re suddenly hospitalized or incapacitated following an accident but access to important information like insurance details is locked up in your computer and online accounts which no one else can access. For this and other emergen…
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Microsoft fires two employees over breaking into its president’s office
cnbc - The protesters, affiliated with the group No Azure for Apartheid, gained entry into Smith's office and had demanded that Microsoft end its direct and indirect support to Israel.
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FEMA Staffers Warned of Looming ‘Katrina-Level’ Disaster, Then Got Suspended
Ellyn Lapointe / gizmodo - After Katrina, Congress built safeguards to protect the U.S. from future storms. Now, the Trump administration is rolling back those reforms.
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