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HermeticWiper Malware Devastates Ukrainian Systems Through Boot Records

A newly discovered destructive malware known as HermeticWiper targets Ukrainian organizations by corrupting master boot records to cause complete system failure. The attackers use a fraudulently signed driver to execute the damage while deploying a fake ransomware decoy.

Google Chrome Integrates Gemini 3 AI With Persistent Side Panel

Google is transforming Chrome from a passive tool into an active assistant by integrating its advanced Gemini 3 AI model directly into the browser. A new persistent side panel allows users to summarize articles, compare tabs, and handle complex tasks without leaving their current page.

Microsoft Unveils Windows AI Foundry to Empower Developers at Build 2025

Microsoft introduces Windows AI Foundry at Build 2025, providing a unified platform to streamline AI model selection, optimization, and deployment across Windows devices. This evolution of the Windows Copilot Runtime aims to make Windows the premier open platform for AI development.

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Microsoft Copilot Expands to MacOS and Adds New Data Features

Microsoft releases Copilot for MacOS and integrates the AI assistant into the Viber messaging app. The update also brings Apple ID login support and new file upload capabilities for data analysis.

Russian Hackers Exploit Firefox and Windows Zero-Days in Broad Campaign

A Russian-linked hacking group uses two new zero-day vulnerabilities to silently install malware on Firefox and Windows devices across Europe and North America. Both Mozilla and Microsoft have now released patches for the exploited flaws.

OpenAI Launches Dedicated ChatGPT Desktop App for Windows Users

OpenAI introduces a preview of its official ChatGPT app for Windows, currently limited to paid subscribers. The early release allows users to chat, upload files, and generate images while a complete version arrives later this year.

Microsoft Overhauls Copilot with Voice and Vision Capabilities

Microsoft introduces a major Copilot redesign that adds voice and vision features, transforming the AI into a more personalized assistant. The update spans mobile, web, and Windows platforms.

Republican Lawmakers Demand CrowdStrike CEO Testify Over Global IT Outage

House Republicans call on CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz to testify about the faulty software update that crashed millions of Windows devices and disrupted global industries.

Global Tech Meltdown Disrupts Airlines, Banks, and Hospitals After Faulty Update

A faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike causes widespread Windows computer crashes, leading to massive disruptions across airlines, banks, and hospitals worldwide.

CrowdStrike Update Causes Global IT Outage Impacting Millions

A faulty CrowdStrike software update triggers a massive IT outage affecting 8.5 million Windows devices worldwide. Authorities warn users to watch for opportunistic cyberattacks disguised as outage remediation tools.

Faulty Crowdstrike Update Triggers Global Windows Outages

A flawed software update from cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike causes widespread "Blue Screen of Death" errors on Microsoft Windows systems worldwide. The incident disrupts major industries, including airlines and hospitals, and requires manual fixes on each affected machine.

Microsoft Delays AI Recall Feature Amid Intense Privacy Backlash

Microsoft postpones the public preview of its Recall AI feature following severe criticism from security researchers regarding its potential to expose sensitive user data.

Microsoft Unveils Copilot+ PCs and Autonomous AI Agents at Build 2024

Microsoft introduces a new category of AI-powered Windows PCs and advanced multimodal models that can analyze images and charts. The company also reveals upcoming autonomous AI agents designed to handle tasks independently.

Microsoft Makes AI Recall Feature Off by Default After Security Concerns

Microsoft changes its upcoming Recall AI feature to be off by default after security researchers show that hackers could access the unencrypted data it collects.