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Perplexity’s new tool deploys teams of AI agents
A “digital worker” that performs multi-step tasks with an army of sub-agents, Perplexity’s Computer sounds like a cloud-based OpenClaw rival.
Opinion
Alexa’s new AI personalities are cringe
Alexa has long offered options for different voices. But now, Amazon is going beyond voice types by rolling three new Alexa+ personalities. They’re, um, not for everybody.
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Firefox 148 adds AI kill switch, fixes 50+ security flaws
The newest version of Firefox gives you full control over its built-in "AI" features.
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Discord admits it made a mistake, postpones age verification
Originally slated for March, the age verification rollout will now happen in the second half of 2026.
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Do NOT use AI-generated passwords, security experts warn
Unsurprising to anyone who understands "AI" chatbots, passwords created using the likes of ChatGPT and Gemini are fundamentally insecure.
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Anthropic just wrote itself a safety loophole
Amid its standoff with the Pentagon, the company behind Claude has loosened the very safety pledge that once set the AI giant apart.
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I hate that we need scam protection in ChatGPT. But we do
If only people were easier to reach without spiking electricity costs and water usage.
Opinion
Her AI agent nuked 200 emails. This guardrail stops the next disaster
There is a way to let AI agents organize your email, manage your files, and perform other magical tasks without nuking your data. Just ask a coder.
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Meta’s Manus AI just added a nifty OpenClaw trick
You can now chat with Manus AI using Telegram, a feature that takes the Meta-owned AI agent tool a step closer toward OpenClaw territory.
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Facebook ads for Windows 11 deliver malware
"Free upgrades" to Windows 11 turned into downloads that steal passwords and cryptocurrency.
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Chrome update fixes 3 more high-risk security vulnerabilities
The latest security update for Chrome fixes several vulnerabilities. Update soon if you haven't already.
Feature
New phishing hacks aren't sloppy—they're personalized
Scammers want your money, and their efforts are becoming harder to spot. Here’s how to evade their attacks.
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What’s behind the OpenClaw ban wave
Using OAuth credentials to connect the viral AI tool OpenClaw to your flat-rate Claude or Gemini account could get you banned. Here’s why.
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The big new Linux release isn't a big deal
Linus Torvalds has announced the release candidate for the Linux 7.0 kernel, which is available for you to try.
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Microsoft Edge starts phasing out key password manager feature
You will no longer be able to create a master password for Edge's password manager. Existing master passwords will eventually be deprecated, too.
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Android malware alert: Fake IPTV apps will steal your bank details
A new Android malware campaign exploits interest in IPTV streaming to disguise itself as a harmless app.
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ChatGPT might get cheaper 'Pro Lite' tier
Evidence has surfaced of a possible $100-a-month ChatGPT “Pro Lite” plan that would bridge the gap between ChatGPT’s Plus and Pro tiers.
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Don't fall for it: Edge's 'VPN' feature isn't a true VPN, expert warns
The so-called Edge Secure Network isn't so much a VPN as it is a proxy.
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ChatGPT’s first hardware may look familiar
Early rumors pointed toward a mold-breaking, pocket-sized AI companion without a screen, but OpenAI’s first hardware device might be far more pedestrian.
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Accio Lawyers! Microsoft manager trained AI on pirated Potter books
A 2024 blog post, now remoted, pointed to a pirated collection of all seven Harry Potter novels and showed users how to use it to make a generative AI system.
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Your password manager isn't as safe as you think
Security experts have found serious security vulnerabilities in widely-used password managers. Here's what they advise users to do.
Feature
OpenClaw AI is going viral. Don't install it
It lives on your devices, works 24/7, makes its own decisions, and has access to your most sensitive files. Think twice before setting OpenClaw loose on your system.
Opinion
Gemini's 'Personal Intelligence' is pushy and weird
It’s supposed to personalize your Gemini chats, but “Personal Intelligence” keeps butting in when it isn’t needed.
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Ring denies being 'mass surveillance' but AI dog tracking will continue
While it's abandoned plans to partner with a controversial camera network, Ring will reportedly "move forward" with the dog-tracking Search Party feature.
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ChatGPT gets 'Lockdown Mode' mode for extra security and privacy
OpenAI is taking steps to reduce the risk and efficacy of "prompt injection attacks."
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Fake CAPTCHA pages are tricking users into installing malware
If a CAPTCHA page asks you to perform the following instructions, exit the page and run far, far away.
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Copilot bug allows 'AI' to read confidential Outlook emails
Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant can read and summarize messages with tags specifically designed to prevent it from doing so.
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30 fake AI Chrome extensions caught stealing passwords and more
Security experts have uncovered dangerous Chrome extensions that promise or impersonate AI tools to steal sensitive data.
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Update Chrome ASAP! The first zero-day flaw of 2026 is patched
An update for Chrome was sent out late last week with a single, solitary fix: the first zero-day exploit discovered so far this year.
Updated
New Windows 11 PC? Confirm this special security protection is active
The option used to only exist on PCs with a clean install of Windows 11—or freshly reset ones. But now you can activate it even after you've settled in.
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Google Docs can now AI-generate audio summaries of your documents
The audio readout will summarize all the information in a document. It can be customized with different voices, too.
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State-sponsored hackers love Gemini, Google says
An exhaustive report from a Google security team says state-sponsored hackers from Russia, North Korea, China, and Iran are all using Gemini to enhance their attacks.
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I spent $60 on a VPN. Microsoft paid for half
Microsoft Cashback is Microsoft's redemption program that pays you sometimes enormous amounts of cash to make purchases on the web. Here's how it works.
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TikTok tracks your every move, even if you don't have the TikTok app
A BBC report says that TikTok spies not only on its own users, but also on people who don't even have TikTok accounts.
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Chrome 145 now links with Google Wallet for autofill convenience
In addition to the new feature, Chrome 145 fixes nearly a dozen security vulnerabilities.
Feature
4 quick security upgrades I always do on a new PC
I don’t immediately start using a new laptop or PC when I first get one. You shouldn’t either.
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Google now lets you delete your personal info from search results
In addition, the search giant has also introduced a new tool for removing explicit images of yourself from search results.
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Windows Notepad is now complex enough to have a serious security flaw
You can infect your PC with malware without ever leaving Notepad, thanks to recent updates and additions. Hooray.
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Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows, Office, and Azure
This month's big batch of security updates addresses nearly 60 vulnerabilities across Microsoft's various products and services.
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Gemini gave my Plex server a checkup. Its diagnosis surprised me
I let Gemini give my Plex media setup a once-over, and it spotted an issue I’d completely overlooked.
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Windows 11 is getting mobile-style app permissions
A new blog post from Microsoft lays out a per-app permission system that's coming to Windows 11 in the near future.
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Discord will restrict your account if you don't scan your face
In March, all new and existing Discord accounts will be treated as "teens" until you verify your adulthood.
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Android users beware! This security app is actually malware in disguise
Security researchers have discovered a new Android malware that masquerades as a security solution. Here's what you need to know about it.
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If you're a Substack user, your data might've been leaked
Substack has confirmed that a data breach took place, but hasn't said how many users are affected.
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Avoid Windows 11 if you care about your data, privacy experts warn
Windows 11 may have some new features, but Windows 10 is better for data privacy. But there's another option that's even better than Windows 10.
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Microsoft bakes one of its best security tools right into Windows 11
Sysmon was once something you had to seek out and install. Now this pro-level system monitoring tool is integrated right into Windows 11.
Updated
Adobe actually listened to its users: Animate isn't going anywhere
Originally launched in 1996, you once knew it as Flash. Adobe has reversed its decision to sunset Animate, to the relief of users all over the world.
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ExpressVPN levels up with new privacy and security features
ExpressVPN expands with a wealth of new products including password, email, and identity protection tools.
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The new AI Alexa isn’t free anymore
Unless you’re a Prime member, you’ll have to pony up to chat with Alexa+ on a smart speaker.
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