Crypto scams likely hit a new record in 2024, driven by ‘pig butchering’ and AI, says Chainalysis

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Crypto scam revenue is estimated to have hit record levels last year as cybercriminals leverage new technologies like AI and become more organized.

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Get Secure Cloud Storage on a 2TB Lifetime Plan With Internxt for $91

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

This secure storage platform uses open source code, zero-knowledge file systems, and end-to-end encryption to keep your online data truly private.

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CyberArk snaps up Zilla Security for up to $175M

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Identity security company CyberArk has acquired identity governance and administration (IGA) platform Zilla Security in a deal worth up to $175 million. The transaction consists of a $165 million cash portion and an additional $10 million “earn-out” which is payable upon meeting certain milestones — it can be seen as an incentive for the founders […]
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Avride launches sidewalk delivery bots on Uber Eats in Jersey City

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Uber Eats customers in Jersey City can now have their orders delivered by one of Avride’s autonomous sidewalk delivery robots. The launch, which kicked off this week in New Jersey, is Uber’s latest foray into autonomous vehicles and represents an expanding relationship with Avride. The ride-hail and delivery giant deploys AVs on its app in […]
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Musk will withdraw OpenAI bid if ChatGPT maker stays nonprofit, lawyers say

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

OpenAI was initially founded as a non-profit in 2015, and later converted to a “capped profit” model in 2019.

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Google Maps blocks Gulf of America reviews after rename criticism

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

It controversially updated the Gulf’s name for US users after President Trump ordered it to be changed.

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Sophos lays off 6% of workforce following Secureworks acquisition

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

The layoffs come soon after Sophos completed its $859 million acquisition of Secureworks.
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Apple’s app tracking privacy framework could fall foul of German antitrust rules

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Germany’s antitrust watchdog has been investigating Apple’s app privacy framework since 2022. On Thursday, releasing preliminary findings from this probe, the Bundeskartellamt (FCO) said it suspects the iPhone maker may not be treating third-party app developers as equally as the law requires. The antitrust watchdog said it believes Apple’s behavior could amount to self-preferencing. Apple […]
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How Much Time Does it Take for Hackers to Crack My Password?

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Hackers can crack weak passwords in seconds, while strong ones may take years. Learn about the time to crack your password and boost security.

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Telegram releases improved sticker search and video consumption features

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Techme101

Chat app Telegram, which became profitable last year, released new updates to its apps, including improved sticker search, choosing video covers, and the ability to copy videos at the current time. The company first released its AI-powered sticker search in December, which allowed you to look for stickers using natural language. However, it was limited […]
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