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I compared their malware detection rates, security features, ease of use, and value for money. I found that although Norton is a little costlier than Panda, it’s definitely worth the investment. Norton beats Panda in malware detection rates, achieving a perfect score, and provides a more comprehensive range of features overall. You can also try Norton risk-free using the 60-day money-back guarantee. Protect your computer with Norton 360 No Time?...

The new material developed by researchers at MIT, and Meta could provide a significant advancement in addressing the growing issue of e-waste. The material, a form of polyimide, offers potential improvements in both the manufacturing and recycling of electronic devices. “We recognize that electronic waste is an ongoing global crisis that’s only going to get worse as we continue to build more devices for the internet of things, and as the rest of the world develops,” says Thomas J....

CTO Mira Murati, and researchers Bob McGrew, and Barret Zoph quit this Wednesday The three technical leaders shared the news publicly on X All talents claimed it was a personal decision and a right moment in their careers According to Reuters, the three technical leaders shared public statements on the social media platform X, while the company goes through a restructuring process to transform into a for-profit benefit corporation and give CEO Sam Altman an equity stake....

According to CNBC, on Monday, Robinhood announced new tokenized equities for OpenAI and SpaceX at a crypto event in Cannes, France, pricing them at 5 euros. The trading company introduced the tokens as part of a broader product and services announcement, and encouraged European users to join the crypto platform. OpenAI warned that it had not partnered with Robinhood on Wednesday. Robinhood announced new tokenized equities for OpenAI and SpaceX at a crypto event in Cannes....

AES 256-bit encryption Works in China Unblocks Hulu and Netflix Fast speeds despite low server amount Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity. We are in the same ownership group as some of the industry-leading products reviewed on this site: ExpressVPN, CyberGhost, Private Internet Access, and Intego. That said, our detailed reviews follow a strict methodology that examines all relevant performance factors to help you arrive at your own informed conclusion....

Last Updated: Aug 4, 2025 Although Smart DNS Proxy performs exceptionally well in streaming, it falls short in other areas. Its services are primarily dedicated to providing access to streaming services such as Netflix, HBO, BBC, and other geographically restricted channels through its dedicated servers and Smart DNS service. However, its limited server network, slow speeds, incompatibility with Netflix, and intrusive logging policy have negatively impacted its reputation. If you’re considering Smart DNS Proxy, you can take advantage of their 14-day free trial to evaluate if it suits your needs....

According to the announcement, Snap Map connects users in real time and offers more capabilities than traditional digital maps that only show routes from one destination to another. The feature’s original characteristics—such as location-based snaps, and interactive heat maps—have resonated with Snapchatters, enabling them to stay informed and discover new places. Snap announced that Snap Map has surpassed 400 million active users. The social media platform will introduce Promoted Places, a new feature for companies to interact in the popular platform experience....

These threats combine sophisticated techniques like AI-generated deepfakes, fake company posts on social media, and innovative malvertising strategies, leading to significant financial and data theft. Lumma Stealer saw a 369% increase in detections in H2 2024. Bitcoin’s rise triggered a surge in cryptostealer activity, especially targeting macOS. Telekopye toolkit is being used to scam users of booking platforms like Booking.com. In its H2 2024 Threat Report, ESET highlighted the rise of a dangerous new malware-as-a-service (MaaS) tool, Lumma Stealer....

Active since 2015, GravityRAT is a remote access tool that has been used for specific targets based in India. A cross-platform app whose origin remains unknown, but ESET researchers internally associate it with the group SpaceCobra. The malware with the capability to compromise platforms including Windows, macOS and Android is believed to be active since August 2022. It not only can access all files stored in WhatsApp backup but also exfiltrate all sensitive information from a user’s device....

Musk announced the new partnership in a post on the social media platform X, stating that Samsung will develop advanced chips for the automaker. Elon Musk confirmed Tesla has reached a $16.5 billion semiconductor agreement with Samsung. The South Korean company submitted a filing but didn’t disclose the counterpart. Samsung said the new contract will end by December 2033. “Samsung’s giant new Texas fab will be dedicated to making Tesla’s next-generation AI6 chip....

Alongside access to easier lobbies, VPNs also ensure security while playing Call of Duty: Warzone. Hackers can use DDoS attacks to disrupt your connection, but a VPN masks your IP address, meaning hackers won’t know which IP address to attack. Many effective VPNs exist, but ExpressVPN is my #1 choice for playing Warzone. Its worldwide server network lets you connect to easy bot lobbies anywhere, and its unbreakable security defends against DDoS attacks....

The Uber app enables women riders to select female drivers through three different options: on-demand rides with women drivers, reserved rides with women drivers, and a setting to match with women drivers by default. Uber’s new “Women Preferred” mode launches in three U.S. cities. Women can request female drivers for added comfort and safety. The feature began in Saudi Arabia in 2019. Uber explains that this feature, called Women Preferences, will begin testing in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Detroit in the coming weeks....

The incident came to light when a suspicious activity was detected on its systems in October 2022. Further investigation revealed that the perpetrators had first hacked into the servers in August 2021. The delay in identification and disclosure raises security concerns about why such an attack went unnoticed and unreported in the said 25 months. In the attack, the unknown hackers accessed reference copies of the electoral registers retained by the Commission for permissibility checks on political donations and research purposes....

The UK government is under fire for failing to record its use of AI systems on a mandatory public register, raising concerns over the transparency and oversight of technologies potentially affecting millions of lives, as reported on Thursday by The Guardian. No Whitehall department has registered AI use despite a mandatory transparency policy. AI is used in welfare, immigration, and policing without public documentation. Critics warn secrecy undermines trust and risks harmful or discriminatory outcomes....

The agency has proposed a roadmap outlining potential actions for Google, including requiring choice screens for users and fairer business rankings. A final decision is expected by October. The CMA said it will increase measures to address concerns about Google’s dominance in search services. The agency proposed a roadmap with actions for Google, and plans to make a final decision by October. Google is suggested to provide choice screens for users and fairer business rankings....

According to Reuters, the footage gathered—equivalent to 228 years of video—includes content from Russia and Ukraine’s frontiers and can be used to train AI models for military purposes. Ukrainian organization gathered 2 million hours of battlefield footage from over 15,000 drones The database is expected to be used to train AI-powered systems to improve military strategies Russia and Ukraine have been using AI during the war since 2022 “This is food for the AI: If you want to teach an AI, you give it 2 million hours (of video), it will become something supernatural,” said Oleksandr Dmitriev, founder of the non-profit digital system OCHI, to Reuters....

While PrivateVPN isn’t a favorite for unblocking streaming content services, it offers exceptional performance for torrenting, and uses over 56 server locations to ensure privacy. Add in 24/7 customer service and a clean, organized interface, and you have a stand out VPN value. Some other highlights include: Strict no logs policy Leak protection and kill switch 6 connections at once 30-day money-back guarantee Get it Now Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

The update, which was recently highlighted in Steam’s developer guidelines, ensures that players won’t have to watch ads to access gameplay features, as first reported by Gaming On Linux. Developers cannot require players to watch ads for rewards or game access. Product placement and cross-promotions are allowed if they are non-disruptive. Valve has also banned NFTs, crypto games, and undisclosed generative AI use. The clarification appears in a newly dedicated section of the Steamworks documentation, where Valve explicitly states that paid advertising cannot be used as a core business model....

First published: Dec 23, 2020 Updated 2 times since publishing In short, Vipre is a decent antivirus but provides far less value for the money than its competitors. Top providers like Norton, McAfee and TotalAV have more powerful features and often even more affordable packages. However, if you still want to try Vipre, you can always try Vipre for free for 30 days with the money-back guarantee and test it out for yourself....

If you’re in the dark about the definition of IPv6, you’re in the right place. With IPv6 on its way to becoming the norm, now is the time to understand what it is, and why you need to know about it. Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity. We are in the same ownership group as some of the industry-leading products reviewed on this site: ExpressVPN, CyberGhost, Private Internet Access, and Intego....