Ravie LakshmananMar 06, 2026Cyber Espionage / Threat Intelligence A China-linked advanced persistent threat (APT) actor has been targeting critical telecommunications infrastructure in South America since 2024, targeting Windows and Linux systems and edge devices with three different implants. The activity is being tracked by Cisco Talos under the moniker UAT-9244, describing it as closely associated with another cluster known as FamousSparrow. It’s worth noting that FamousSparrow is assessed to share tactical overlaps with Salt Typhoon, a China-nexus espionage group known for its targeting of telecommunication service providers. Despite the similar targeting footprint between UAT-9244 and Salt Typhoon, there is no…
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In a podcast interview, Google VP of Search Liz Reid described two ways LLMs are changing what Google can index and how it ranks results for individual users. Reid told the Access Podcast that multimodal AI models now allow Google to understand audio and video content at a deeper level than was previously possible. She also pointed to a future where search results adapt based on a user’s paid subscriptions. What’s New Multimodal Understanding Is Expanding What Google Can Index Reid said LLMs being multimodal has opened up content formats that Google previously struggled to process. Reid told the hosts:…
Modern phone screens, including the best OLEDs, are not perfect. They flicker, usually with low pulse-width modulation (PWM) rates, and this can be irritating or downright painful for certain people. They also aren’t ideal for use in direct sunlight, as their shiny glass coverings can experience glare, limiting visibility. If you want to use your phone as an e-reader or limit distractions, most flagships lack the paper-like visual effects needed for the best experience.There’s one company trying to address all of these issues, TCL, but the brand’s phones rarely make their way into the U.S. I went out of my…
In the midst of recent developments and controversies surrounding a contract with the U.S. Department of Defense, OpenAI released the GPT-5.4 model. The release comes at a time when users are reportedly leaving ChatGPT for rival chatbots, particularly Anthropic’s Claude. GPT-5.4 is rolling out gradually across ChatGPT and Codex and is available through the API as gpt-5.4. In ChatGPT, GPT-5.4 Thinking is available to Plus, Team, and Pro users, while Enterprise and Edu customers can enable early access. GPT-5.4 Pro is available through the API as gpt-5.4-pro and to Pro and Enterprise plans. In its announcement, OpenAI described GPT-5.4 as…
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Microsoft says threat actors are increasingly using artificial intelligence in their operations to accelerate attacks, scale malicious activity, and lower technical barriers across all aspects of a cyberattack. According to a new Microsoft Threat Intelligence report, attackers are using generative AI tools for a wide range of tasks, including reconnaissance, phishing, infrastructure development, malware creation, and post-compromise activity. In many cases, AI is used to draft phishing emails, translate content, summarize stolen data, debug malware, and assist with scripting or infrastructure configuration. “Microsoft Threat Intelligence has observed that most malicious use of AI today centers on using language models for…
I unplugged from the cloud for a week as an experiment. No default apps. No “just sign in with Google.” If I could self-host it, I would. That one week turned into a full year. I wanted full control over my tools and data. And technically, I got it. But productivity isn’t just about ownership. It’s about focus. It’s about how much mental energy your tools demand from you. Some self-hosted apps worked beautifully. Others quietly added friction to my daily workflow. After a year of running everything myself, here are the services I moved back to the cloud, not…
The White House late Friday released President Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America, calling for “unprecedented coordination across government and the private sector,” along with investment in top technologies and innovation to boost America’s offensive and defensive cyber capabilities. The much-anticipated strategy outlines a broad approach to strengthening the nation’s cybersecurity posture, combining deterrence, regulatory reform, infrastructure protection, and investment in emerging technologies, including AI and quantum. The initial details explain the administration’s priorities, summarized in six policy pillars, which will guide action and resourcing through follow-on policy vehicles. The six core pillars outlined in the 4-page document are as follows:…
Most free Android apps show intrusive ads or a premium paywall the moment you try to do anything useful. But once in a while, you come across a gem — an app so polished, powerful, and genuinely helpful that you find yourself double-checking the Play Store to make sure you didn’t accidentally start a free trial. These rare Android apps stand out by offering professional-grade utility for zero dollars. These Android apps are so crucial to my daily workflow that I’m not just recommending them, I’m actually looking for the ‘Donate’ button. If you have ever tried to sideload an…
These deals are available from Amazon. Both are shipped and sold by Anker, though. Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 There are plenty of power stations out there, but Anker still stands among the best manufacturers in the space. This one is especially nice if you want ample power and manageable portability.The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 will be a great power companion, whether you want to use it at home or take it on your adventures. It measures in at 15.12 × 8.19 × 9.61in and weighs 24.9lbs. I can easily carry it a few blocks before I start feeling…