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​​​​ The U.S. House of Representatives has banned WhatsApp from all government-issued devices, citing serious cybersecurity concerns. A memo from the House’s chief administrative officer states that WhatsApp is “high risk” due to a “lack of transparency in how it...

​​​​ Millions of users are inadvertently sending their internet traffic to Chinese companies, including several tied to the People’s Liberation Army. According to research by The Transparency Project, findings show that a significant number VPN apps in Apple’s App...

​​​​ At WWDC 2025, Apple unveiled iOS 26—its boldest update in years. While the sleek Liquid Glass redesign and AI-powered additions are grabbing headlines, many of the most exciting improvements echo Android features many users have enjoyed for years. Here's what’s...

​​​​ In a staggering cybersecurity lapse, over 4 billion personal records have been exposed in what is likely China's largest data breach to date. Discovered by cybersecurity researcher Bob Dyachenko and the Cybernews team, the 631GB database was left unsecured...

​​​​ “Liberté, Égalité… Vulnerabilité? In May 2025, the Stormous ransomware group claimed responsibility for leaking a trove of email addresses and MD5-hashed passwords allegedly tied to several prominent French government institutions. The data, posted on a dark web...

​​​​ OpenAI has unveiled Codex, its first full-fledged AI coding agent, marking a significant advancement in AI-assisted software development. Integrated into ChatGPT Pro, Enterprise, and Team plans, Codex operates within a secure, cloud-based sandbox environment,...

​​​​ On May 12, 2025, nations convened at the United Nations to address the pressing issue of regulating autonomous weapons powered by artificial intelligence (AI). These AI-driven systems are increasingly deployed in conflicts such as those in Ukraine and Gaza....

​​​​ After 23 years, Skype officially signed off on May 5, 2025, marking the end of an era in digital communication. Acquired by Microsoft in 2011, Skype once revolutionised voice and video calls over the internet, peaking with over 300 million users. However, as...

​​​​ In a remarkable blend of tradition and technology, the Vatican is fortifying its spiritual stronghold with cutting-edge cybersecurity measures. As highlighted in a recent news article, the Holy See is transforming into a digital fortress, ensuring the sanctity of...