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Google is giving away even more personal data in exchange for profits

Google has reversed a privacy-enhancing advertising rule and will now allow advertisers to track users online using fingerprinting.
This decision is seen as a cash grab fueled by corporate greed, as it goes against Google's previous privacy-first policies.
Regulators and users are alarmed by this move and its potential negative impact on user privacy.
Google's decision to prioritize profits over user privacy is in stark contrast to its previous improvements in privacy practices.

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The Existential Question Behind the Musk-OpenAI Drama

The Elon Musk-OpenAI drama revolves around the existential question of whether AI will lead to humanity's demise.
It began in 2012 when Musk and Demis Hassabis discussed the threat of AI surpassing human intelligence.
Musk's concerns led to the creation of OpenAI in 2015 as a nonprofit lab to counterbalance superintelligence development.
OpenAI started with Musk's funding and aimed to develop advanced AI models like GPT-3.
Tensions arose when Musk's promised $1 billion funding didn't materialize, leading OpenAI to seek venture capital.
By 2020, OpenAI became a capped-profit company owned largely by Microsoft, angering Musk.
The drama escalated with Musk founding xAI and suing OpenAI for switching to a for-profit model controlled by Microsoft.
Recent events include Musk's $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI, rejected by Altman offering to buy Twitter instead.
The ongoing saga raises questions about AI governance and the potential risks and benefits of advanced technologies.
Meta's open-source AI model Llama emerges as a potential counterbalance to address concerns over AI superintelligence.

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New leak shows how the Pixel 9a will rival the iPhone SE 4

Google's Pixel 9a is set to launch soon and will be a strong competitor to Apple's iPhone SE 4.
The Pixel 9a will offer high-end performance and a decent camera at a mid-range price.
The latest leak of Pixel 9a's specs and price indicates it will be a worthy alternative to the iPhone SE 4.
Pixel phones have consistently improved with each iteration, making the 9a a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone market.

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Pixel 9a is the Cutest Little Phone, So Here’s More Pics

Retailers have leaked high-resolution images and specs of the Pixel 9a.
The Pixel 9a will come in four colors and storage options of 128GB or 256GB.
The device features a 6.3" 120Hz display, 5100mAh battery, and dual camera setup.
Detailed images of the camera, bezels, and selfie camera have also been revealed.

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Google’s Pixel 10 lineup is looking confirmed in fresh regulatory listings

Four new models of Google Pixel 10 lineup have been spotted in the GSMA database, confirming their existence.
The models include Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
The registration further suggests that the Pixel 10 series is expected to launch in August 2025.
This indicates Google's shift to an earlier release window for its Pixel phones.

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Google makes it harder to accidentally call 911 with your Pixel Watch

Google has updated the Emergency SOS feature on the Pixel Watch to prevent accidental 911 calls.
Instead of immediately dialing 911, the watch will prompt users to hold the screen for three seconds before making the call.
While this additional step makes it slightly less safe, it helps minimize accidental calls.
All Pixel Watch users will receive a notification to update to the latest version of Wear OS for the Emergency SOS update.

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How Phished Data Turns into Apple & Google Wallets

Carding has traditionally been associated with Russian hackers, but innovation from cybercrime groups in China is reviving the carding industry by turning phished card data into mobile wallets.
Criminals in China are using sophisticated phishing kits to send messages via Apple iMessage and Google RCS, tricking victims into linking their card data to a new mobile wallet controlled by scammers.
These cybercriminals are selling multiple stolen digital wallets on a single mobile device and then selling these phones in bulk, with waiting periods before fraud decreasing to just seven to ten days.
Some criminal groups cash out stolen mobile wallets by setting up fake e-commerce businesses and running transactions through them.
A Chinese phishing group sells an Android app named 'ZNFC' that can relay a valid NFC transaction worldwide for tap-to-pay transactions.
The rise of 'ghost tap' mobile software allows criminals to make unauthorized transactions at ATMs using mobile wallets.
Chinese phishing kits incorporate advanced phishing techniques to maximize data extraction from victims and ensure stolen data remains secure, with real human operators behind smishing websites.
Phishers convert stolen card details into a digital image of a real payment card to enroll stolen cards into Apple Pay, exploiting vulnerabilities in the system.
These phishing operations are estimated to have caused losses of about $15 billion in fraudulent charges over a year, highlighting the profitability of mobile phishing kits.
The reliance on one-time codes for mobile wallet onboarding has facilitated this carding resurgence, prompting banks to implement more secure authentication methods to combat the threat.
Improvements in contactless payment terminals and increased vigilance from tech companies like Apple and Google are suggested as ways to mitigate the ghost tap threat and secure mobile wallet provisioning.

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Elon Musk’s startup rolls out new Grok-3 chatbot as AI competition intensifies

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has launched Grok-3, its latest chatbot integrated with X.
Grok-3 aims to compete with Chinese firm DeepSeek, OpenAI, and Google in the AI arms race.
The chatbot is being rolled out to Premium+ subscribers of X and a new subscription tier, SuperGrok, is introduced.
Grok-3 offers advanced features like generating texts and images with fewer restrictions, and it outperforms its predecessor, Grok-2.

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Cloud CISO Perspectives: New AI, cybercrime reports underscore need for security best practices

Stephanie Kiel discusses security conversations at the Munich Security Conference regarding new reports on AI and cybercrime.
The reports highlight the importance of prioritizing security fundamentals and collaboration for effective risk management.
Adversarial actors are leveraging new technologies like AI, emphasizing the need for strong network defense and security practices.
Innovation can aid defense efforts, but traditional best practices and resilience must also be upheld against cyber threats.
Collaboration across sectors is crucial in combating cybercrime, as highlighted in Google's new cybercrime report.
Google emphasizes the role of AI in cybersecurity and national security, offering recommendations for policymakers and threat research.
Additionally, Google Cloud provides resources to enhance cybersecurity skills, manage vulnerabilities, and strengthen web frameworks.
The importance of securing cloud deployments and adopting responsible AI practices is emphasized in Google's initiatives.
Threat intelligence updates cover topics such as cybercrime, generative AI misuse, and strategic insights for financial institutions.
Podcasts featuring Google Cloud Security and Mandiant experts discuss cloud security, AI in cybersecurity, and reverse engineering.

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Pixel 9a leak paints complete picture of what to expect from Google’s budget flagship

A new leak corroborates many of the details about the Pixel 9a.
The Pixel 9a is expected to have a 6.3-inch screen, Tensor G4, and a 5,100mAh battery.
It should be available in “Obsidian,” “Porcelain,” “Peony,” and “Iris.”
According to the leak, the Pixel 9a will have a 6.3-inch OLED display with HDR10+ support and a 120Hz refresh rate.

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Nothing’s new video pits the Phone 3A’s camera against the iPhone 16 Pro Max

Nothing is comparing its budget Phone 3A's camera against the iPhone 16 Pro Max in a new YouTube video.
The Phone 3A's periscope camera offers a 3X optical zoom and up to a 60x 'ultra zoom' for macro photography.
The comparison includes outdoor pictures of graffiti, food, and buildings.
Nothing will unveil the Phone 3A on March 4th at 10AM GMT / 5AM ET.

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Your Pixel Watch is changing how emergency calls work, and here’s what to know

Your Pixel Watch can summon emergency services by tapping the crown five times.
In order to avoid accidental calls, Google is adding a new confirmation step.
While this is the new default, you can manually switch to the old automatic-call behavior.
Google Pixel Watch models have offered the ability to quickly connect with emergency services by rapidly tapping the crown on the watch five times.

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The New York Times Now Uses AI in the Newsroom

The New York Times has approved the use of AI in its newsroom, allowing journalists and editorial staff to utilize AI tools for various tasks.
AI can be used for activities such as writing headlines, drafting interview questions, suggesting edits, generating article summaries, brainstorming ideas, analyzing documents and photos, and developing news quizzes.
However, AI cannot be used to draft or significantly revise articles, bypass paywalls, or generate images or videos for publication without labeling.
The Times aims to enhance accessibility and internal workflows with AI features like digitally voiced articles, translations, and an in-house AI model called Echo.

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The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 2/17/25

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report highlights funding rounds for various startups, including Apptronik, Harvey, QuEra Computing, and others.
Apptronik, a robotics startup from Austin, raised $350.0M and is backed by B Capital, Capital Factory, Google, and Trajectory Ventures.
Harvey, a legal tech company in San Francisco, secured $300.0M in funding and is supported by Coatue, Conviction Partners, and others.
QuEra Computing, a quantum computing startup in Boston, raised $230.0M and is backed by Alphabet, Google, and others.
Chestnut Carbon, a cleantech company in New York, raised $160.0M and is backed by various investors including DBL Partners and Kimmeridge.
K2 Space, a space tech company in Torrance, raised $110.0M and is supported by investors like First Round Capital and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
EnCharge AI, an AI hardware startup in Santa Clara, raised $100.0M with backing from multiple investors including Samsung Ventures and Tiger Global Management.
Stellaromics, a biotech company in Natick, raised $80.0M and is backed by Catalyst4 and Stanford University.
Sardine, a fintech company from Miami, secured $70.0M in funding with support from investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Google Ventures.
Various other startups across different sectors like healthtech, consumer beverages, AI development, electric vehicles, cybersecurity, and more also received notable funding rounds.
Overall, the funding activity in the startup ecosystem showcases a diverse range of industries and innovations securing significant investments.

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Huawei’s trifold phone launches outside of China

Huawei's trifold Mate XT phone, the world's first and only phone that folds at two separate points, is launching outside of China.
The phone costs €3,499 and does not support Google apps.
It features a dual-hinge folding display with three screen configurations.
The Mate XT is impressively thin, equipped with a 5,600mAh battery and a high-quality camera, but lacks Google app support.

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