TikTok Adds Voice Notes and Image Sharing to Direct Messages
TikTok is officially expanding its communication suite by introducing voice notes and enhanced media sharing in direct messages (DMs). Starting this week, users can send audio recordings and share up…
Mississippi Age Law Sparks War Over Decentralized Social Media
A new, sweeping age verification law in Mississippi (HB 1126) is forcing a reckoning for decentralized social networks. Faced with the threat of massive fines—up to $10,000 per user—Bluesky has…
TransUnion Breach Exposes 4.4 Million Customers’ Data
Credit reporting giant TransUnion has confirmed a major data breach involving the personal information of 4.4 million customers. The incident, which occurred on July 28, stems from unauthorized access to…
Google Launches Pixel Care+: New Protection for Devices
Google officially launched Pixel Care+ this Wednesday, a comprehensive device protection program designed to consolidate and upgrade its existing support services in the United States. Replacing both Google Preferred Care…
WhatsApp Launches AI Tool to Rewrite Your Messages
WhatsApp officially introduced “Writing Help” on Wednesday, a new AI-powered feature designed to assist users in proofreading, rephrasing, and adjusting the tone of their messages. Meta, the parent company of…
US Sanctions North Korean IT Fraud Ring Infiltrating Firms
The U.S. Treasury Department has officially sanctioned an international fraud network operated by North Korea to infiltrate American corporations. On Wednesday, federal officials revealed that these schemes involve hackers posing…
Plaud Launches Note Pro: $179 AI Notetaker With New Display
Hardware developer Plaud.ai officially unveiled its latest AI-powered recording device, the Plaud Note Pro, this Wednesday. Available for pre-order at $179, the new hardware arrives two years after the debut…
Google Vids Adds AI Avatars and Free Consumer Version
Google has expanded the capabilities of its Vids video editor, introducing AI-powered avatars, automated transcript trimming, and advanced image-to-video tools. Alongside these professional updates, the company is launching a free-to-use…
1,300+ TeslaMate Servers Exposed: Your Location Is Leaking
Over 1,300 self-hosted TeslaMate servers are currently leaking sensitive vehicle data, including granular location histories and charging habits, due to improper security configurations. Cybersecurity researcher Seyfullah Kiliç, founder of SwordSec,…
Spotify Launches In-App Messaging to Boost Social Features
Spotify officially launched a new messaging feature on Tuesday, marking a strategic shift toward becoming a more social platform. The update allows users to chat directly within the app, centralizing…
Bounce Launches Tool to Migrate Between Bluesky and Mastodon
On Monday, the nonprofit organization A New Social officially launched Bounce, a groundbreaking migration tool designed to bridge the gap between disparate social media protocols. For the first time, users…
Bluesky Blocks Access in Mississippi Over New Age Law
Social networking platform Bluesky has officially blocked access to its service for users in Mississippi, choosing to exit the state rather than comply with a controversial new age assurance law.…