Mikko Hyppönen
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Cybercriminals increasingly weaponizing collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams
The recent cluster shows cybercriminals are exploiting Microsoft Teams for C2 traffic. This indicates a growing trend of attackers adapting to cloud-based collaboration tools, likely due to their widespread adoption and the difficulty in distinguishing malicious traffic from legitimate data. This tactic bypasses traditional security measures effectively.
AI advancements in diagnostics show promise for early disease detection
The development of an AI system using a 'Smell Language Model' to detect diseases from breath signifies a major advancement in AI's application to medical diagnostics. This technology could revolutionize early disease detection, potentially reducing healthcare burdens and improving patient outcomes by identifying illnesses before they become severe.
OpenAI's 'Patch the Planet' initiative will focus on securing AI-generated code
OpenAI's new cybersecurity initiative, 'Patch the Planet', coupled with their focus on AI system security, suggests a proactive approach to potential vulnerabilities. Given the rise of AI-generated code, it's plausible this initiative will specifically target the security of code produced by AI models, aiming to prevent its misuse or the introduction of vulnerabilities.
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ShinyHunters targets HashiCorp; AI agents compete on rogue behavior
The Register reports on a security incident where ShinyHunters allegedly compromised HashiCorp, a company known for its infrastructure software. The article also touches upon the competitive landscape between Anthropic …
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US bank trusts ransomware crew; AI agents compete in rogue behavior
A US bank has reportedly fallen victim to a ransomware attack, trusting a crew that promised to delete its data. This incident highlights a concerning trend in cybersecurity, where even sophisticated organizations may b…
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New ShieldFont tool protects text from AI scraping with invisible watermarks
A new open-source project called ShieldFont has been released, designed to protect text from AI-powered scraping by embedding invisible watermarks. This technology aims to prevent unauthorized use of copyrighted materia…
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Hims & Hers sued by FTC for health data sharing with Big Tech
The Register reports that Hims & Hers Health is facing a lawsuit from the FTC for allegedly sharing sensitive user health data with third parties, including tech giants like Microsoft. The company is also accused of mak…
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Corporate IT infrastructure moves off-premises for the first time · 1 source tracked
A recent survey indicates that for the first time, the majority of corporate IT infrastructure is now hosted off-premises. This shift signifies a significant move away from traditional in-house data centers. The report …
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AI 'did it' defense rejected by legal experts
Legal experts are emphasizing that the defense of 'the AI did it' will not hold up in court. As AI systems become more integrated into daily life and business operations, the responsibility for their actions will likely…
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AI news roundup: Agent conflicts, Intel's Optane, and AI model limitations
The Register's AI section features several distinct stories, including a piece on how AI models refuse to help a researcher fix a Linux bug, a lament for Intel's Optane memory which could have benefited AI workloads, an…
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Microsoft Cloud Revenue Surges, M365 AI Monetization Slow
Microsoft's latest earnings report indicates strong revenue growth driven by its cloud services, particularly Azure. However, the financial harvest from AI features integrated into Microsoft 365 has been modest so far. …
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AI models refuse Linux bug help; Intel's Optane memory for AI is dead
The Register's AI section highlights several distinct topics, including closed AI models refusing to assist with Linux bugs, the demise of Intel's 3D XPoint technology which could have benefited AI workloads, and the ch…
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NASA's Swift observatory rescue mission faces critical issues
NASA's mission to rescue the Swift observatory has encountered significant problems. The LINK probe, designed to dock with and boost Swift's orbit, is now spinning uncontrollably due to attitude control issues and parti…
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AI Insiders Urge Government to Slow AI Race They Helped Start
AI insiders are calling for government intervention to slow down the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, expressing concerns about the potential risks and the competitive race to develop more powerful systems.…
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NetApp lands executive with $34M compensation package
NetApp has secured a significant executive signing, with the latest compensation package for a new executive totaling $34 million. This move highlights the company's strategy to attract top talent in the competitive tec…
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UK government tech strategy scattered across Whitehall · 1 source tracked
The UK government's technology strategy is fragmented, with various departments operating independently and lacking a unified approach. This decentralization hinders effective collaboration and resource allocation acros…
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Perplexity launches Model Council for multi-AI model queries
Perplexity has introduced a new feature called Model Council, which allows users to query multiple AI models simultaneously. This feature aims to provide diverse perspectives and potentially improve the quality of respo…
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Cisco developing AI models for deep networking operations
Cisco is reportedly close to releasing new AI models specifically designed for deep networking operations. These models aim to enhance the company's capabilities in managing and optimizing complex network infrastructure…
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Microsoft bolsters AI security with new tech and industry input · 1 source tracked
Microsoft is focusing on AI-driven security solutions, aiming to enhance defenses through advanced AI technologies and standardized protocols. This approach includes leveraging AI to combat threats like phishing and to …
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Anthropic cuts Claude Opus 5 price in half, drops data retention requirement · 1 source tracked
Anthropic has announced its new Claude Opus 5 model, which is priced at half the cost of its predecessor, Claude Fable. This new model also offers a significant advantage by not requiring data retention. The announcemen…
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Anthropic debuts Opus 5 at half the price of Fable sibling
Anthropic has announced its Opus 5 model, which is priced at half the cost of its Fable sibling and does not require data retention. This release positions Anthropic to compete more aggressively in the AI market, potent…
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Pope's prayer app leaks 700K+ users' data
The official prayer app for the Pope has suffered a significant data breach, exposing the personal information of over 700,000 users. This breach includes sensitive details such as user emails and potentially other priv…