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WhatsApp launches AI assistant for editing messages
The new AI-powered Writing Help tool on WhatsApp allows users to reword texts in professional, humorous, or encouraging tones without compromising privacy.
Trump threatens tariffs over EU digital taxes on US tech companies
US president threatened tariffs on countries imposing digital taxes targeting US tech firms.
Study shows young software developers are losing jobs to AI tools
The rise of generative AI tools like ChatGPT has erased nearly a fifth of jobs among young software developers, raising alarm for future talent pipelines.
AI tools underpin a new wave of ransomware
Criminals leveraged generative AI for ransomware production, but Avast’s security team reversed the attack using a cryptographic weakness to decrypt files.
Experts highlight escalating scale and complexity of global DDoS activity in 2025
Netscout has released new research examining the current state of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, noting both their growing volume and increasing technical sophistication. The company recorded more than eight million DDoS attacks worldwide in the first half of 2025, including over 3.2 million in the EMEA region. Netscout found that attacks are increasingly being used (See more)
AI redefines how cybersecurity teams detect and respond
CISOs increasingly rely on AI to handle routine security tasks like ticket triage and report generation, freeing analysts for more complex investigations.
Google alerts users after detecting malware spread through captive portals
A hijacking campaign delivered malware disguised as a plugin update, prompting Google to issue alerts to affected Gmail and Workspace users.
Spotify adds messages feature to share music and podcasts
The new feature allows reactions, text replies, and suggested contacts while complementing social media sharing options.
Google Cloud develops blockchain network for financial institutions
The Universal Ledger aims to provide neutral infrastructure while ensuring compliance for asset tokenisation and digital payments.
ChatGPT guides investors through crypto research
While AI tools can simplify research, investors must still verify facts and apply critical thinking before investing.
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