The tech giant shared the update yesterday, explaining that business users will get access to Veo through Vertex AI, Google Cloud’s machine learning platform, in private mode. Business users on Vertex AI can now access Google’s AI video tool Veo to generate footage Starting next week all Vertex AI users will access the latest version of Imagen 3 to create photorealistic and high-quality images from text prompts The new AI tools are aimed at assisting brands and businesses to create visuals for storytelling purposes...

In the case, Chasom Brown, et al. v. Google, plaintiffs accused the company of illegally tracking and logging user activity while they were using Chrome’s private browsing feature. The Google users said that they were misled by the company in believing that their activities were private and safe from surveillance. Under the settlement, Google will need to update its disclosure regarding all data collection practices, delete private-browsing past data, implement changes to limit future data collection, and make changes to Incognito Mode third-party cookie collection....

According to The New York Post, these announcements were made during the AI Summit in Pennsylvania. Ruth Porat, Google’s President and Chief Investment Officer, was expected to meet President Donald Trump at the event. Google plans to invest $25 billion to build data centers and AI infrastructure. The tech giant also signed a $3 billion deal to modernize two hydropower plants in Pennsylvania. The financial actions reflect Google’s efforts to stay afloat in the race to develop advanced AI technology....

Last Updated: Aug 4, 2025 I investigated the speed claims using a wide range of the 28 offered server locations that GoTrusted provides. Although I wouldn’t say they were “blazing fast,” they were good enough for HD streaming, casual gaming, and torrenting. During my tests, GoTrusted VPN unblocked big streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video. However, due to its location in the US, this VPN may not be ideal for privacy....

Fortunately, I’ve found several ways to download a secure and working VPN from inside China. There are a variety of methods so you should be able to find one that works for you, giving you private connections to your accounts when traveling to China. It may be tempting to choose a local VPN but they’re not secure or private, sharing user data with the Chinese government. You should opt for a tested and safe VPN — ExpressVPN is the best for China, with excellent security, reliable connections, and fast speeds....

ExpressVPN is the best VPN for getting a Spanish IP address, thanks to its speed, security features, and reliability. You can try ExpressVPN’s Spanish servers at no risk to you. If you’re unhappy with the service, you can claim a refund within 30* days. I tested the policy and had my money back just 4 days later. Editor’s Note: Transparency is one of our core values at WizCase, so you should know we are in the same ownership group as ExpressVPN....

I tested numerous VPNs and found only a few that I could consistently count on to get an IP address in Uruguay. The others either didn’t unblock any sites in the country at all or had worrying privacy issues. After testing, I found that ExpressVPN is the best VPN to get a Uruguay IP address, as it has great speeds, strong security, and reliable access to all Uruguayan sites. You can even try ExpressVPN risk-free since it’s backed by a 30*-day money-back guarantee....

I began testing parental control apps, but initially, I couldn’t find any that could access these end-to-end encrypted messages. Finally, after testing more than 30 apps, I discovered 3 that gave me access to these messages, even after they were deleted. mSpy stood out as the best option. It features a dedicated Messenger monitoring function, allowing me to see both sides of the conversation, a screen recorder that captures screenshots of every online activity, and a keyword tracker that alerts me if my son types specific words into Messenger....

Even if you’re in the Czech Republic, you should watch ČT Sport with a VPN because using one keeps you safe online. Plus, a reliable VPN ensures you don’t have issues using your favorite local platforms. There are several good options, but CyberGhost is the #1 VPN for watching ČT Sport. It guarantees superfast speeds and masks your activity to help prevent ISP throttling. Plus, the 45-day money-back guarantee lets try CyberGhost risk-free and get a full refund if you’re unsatisfied....

Technically, a VPN can make it look like you’re in the right broadcast area so you can watch Food Network content, even if you’re not in a licensed region. However, my team and I don’t condone this behavior — this goes against the terms of use of the Food Network, and could be considered a copyright violation. If you want to use a VPN to watch Food Network securely on public WiFi, or to keep your activity private, only a handful work....

The Engineer reports Professor Takeuchi (the lead of the research team) highlighting the potential of Robot’s skin to self-heal: [unlike chemical-based self-healing] “Biological skin repairs minor lacerations as ours does, and nerves and other skin organs can be added for use in sensing and so on”. The research team drew inspiration from the structure of human skin ligaments. To achieve this, they created V-shaped perforations on the robots’ face. A layer of skin tissue was then applied, adhering to the perforations through a collagen gel....

The New York Times reports that negotiations are still ongoing and involve all major Hollywood talent agencies. The terms of the agreements are not yet finalized, and it is uncertain which celebrities will participate. If successful, Meta could pay millions of dollars for the rights to use these voices. A Meta spokesperson has declined to comment on the discussions. Bloomberg reports that Meta is working to complete these deals before its Connect 2024 event in September....

Microsoft unveiled new healthcare innovations through its Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare platform. Microsoft Fabric improves healthcare data access, management, and analysis with a unified platform. AI-driven nursing workflow solution reduces documentation time, allowing nurses to focus on patients. One of the central components is the new healthcare AI models which enable healthcare organizations to integrate and analyze a wide variety of data types—from medical imaging to genomics—allowing for more efficient deployment of AI solutions tailored to specific needs....

Necro loader infects apps on Google Play, impacting over 11 million downloads. The malware targets popular apps like CamScanner and Spotify. It can install malicious applications and subscribe users to services without consent. Kaspersky reported on Monday that they discovered the presence of Necro loader on two apps on Google Play, both of which have a substantial userbase. This multi-stage loader is known for its ability to infiltrate popular applications and execute malicious payloads, potentially compromising the security of sensitive personal data....

Open-access journals enable free access to research for scientists worldwide, boosting their global exposure. However, the open-access model has created an environment where questionable journals now proliferate. These outlets often charge authors fees, promise fast publication, but lack proper peer review, putting scientific integrity at risk. AI trained on 12,000 reputable and 2,500 low-quality journals. AI flagged over 1,000 previously unknown suspect journals. The current AI false positive rate is 24%, requiring human oversight....

According to a new report by Proofpoint, government hackers from North Korea, Iran and Russia have been caught using a sneaky trick called ClickFix—a method originally used by online criminals to fool people into infecting their own computers. Threat actors steal cookies to bypass 2FA and access business accounts. Hijacked accounts are used for spreading malicious ads and scams. Cybercriminals exploit Meta Business features to lock owners out. Proofpoint researchers discovered that over just three months these state-backed actors tried the ClickFix method in various espionage campaigns....

A team of researchers from the University of Surrey and the University of Oxford has collaborated with Cognitive Neurotechnology to create a brain stimulation system powered by AI that effectively boosts attention from the comfort of one’s home. AI-powered device boosts attention using gentle electrical stimulation at home. System adapts intensity based on head size and baseline focus. Users with low initial focus showed greatest improvement. This innovative system merges AI with an invasive technique known as transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS), providing a customized approach to enhancing cognitive focus without needing expensive medical equipment like MRI scans....

German and South Korean intelligence agencies issued Joint Cybersecurity Advisory, alerting Kimsuky’s use of Chrome extensions to Illicitly access Gmail emails of targets. North Korean threat group Kimsuky expands spear phishing operations to target diplomats, journalists, and government agencies in the USA and Europe. Cybersecurity experts issue joint security advisory warning of North Korean hacking group’s use of malicious chrome extension and android applications in two attack methods. Malware linked to North Korean threat group Kimsuky by cybersecurity firm Volexity, attributed to SharpTongue activity cluster with similar overlaps....

While it doesn’t match Norton’s full antivirus package, I found Avira has less impact on device performance and the user interface is fantastic. If you’d like to see for yourself, you can try Avira with the 30-day money-back guarantee. However, Norton ultimately came out as the winner — it has stronger malware detection scores and wide range of bonus features. This includes a VPN, password manager, encrypted cloud storage, firewall, and parental controls (many of which Avira is missing)....

The new agreement will allow ChatGPT and SearchGPT to display content from its brands. “We’re committed to working with Condé Nast and other news publishers to ensure that as AI plays a larger role in news discovery and delivery, it maintains accuracy, integrity, and respect for quality reporting,” said Brad Lightcap, Chief Operating Officer at OpenAI, in the statement published. Condé Nast also shared an internal company memo sent to its team regarding the new partnership....