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U.S. Officials Urged to Boost Mobile Security Amid Chinese Telecom Breaches
CISA has issued new security guidelines for senior U.S. officials following Chinese breaches of major telecommunications providers. The advisory recommends implementing advanced security features like Apple's Lockdown Mode and encrypted messaging apps to protect sensitive communications.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Phone Service with 1-800 Number
OpenAI introduces voice access to ChatGPT through a toll-free number, offering 15 minutes of free monthly conversation to US callers. The service, born from an internal hackathon, aims to make AI more accessible while also supporting international users via WhatsApp messaging.
Russian APT29 Hackers Deploy Sophisticated RDP Attack Campaign Against Global Targets
Russian state-sponsored group APT29 launched a cyber espionage campaign using malicious RDP attacks against government agencies and researchers worldwide. The attackers leveraged legitimate red team tools and extensive infrastructure to stealthily compromise high-profile targets through spear-phishing and RDP manipulation.
US Government Considers National Ban on TP-Link Routers Over Chinese Security Risks
Federal agencies are investigating Chinese-made TP-Link routers for potential national security threats after Microsoft revealed government-backed hackers had compromised the devices. The proposed ban, which could take effect next year, reflects growing US-China tensions over technology and security concerns.
AI Models Show Diverse Patterns in Social Cooperation Experiments
Research examining how AI agents develop social norms reveals varying abilities to foster cooperative behavior across different language models. Claude 3.5 Sonnet demonstrated superior cooperation, while other models showed mixed results in experiments testing indirect reciprocity and punishment mechanisms.
U.S. Semiconductor Technology Found Powering Russian Military Despite Export Ban
A Senate investigation reveals critical U.S. microchips continue flowing into Russian weapons systems despite strict export controls, exposing major enforcement gaps. The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security faces severe resource constraints while Russian distributors exploit loopholes through intermediary countries.
Supreme Court Takes Up TikTok Ban Challenge in Landmark Digital Rights Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear TikTok's challenge against legislation that could ban the app in America, with arguments scheduled just days before the law takes effect. The case pits First Amendment rights against national security concerns, carrying major implications for social media regulation and U.S.-China tech relations.
Emoji Drug Trade: How Social Media Platforms Became the New Dark Web
Drug dealers are shifting from dark web markets to mainstream social media, using creative emoji codes to advertise illegal substances while evading detection. This concerning trend has made drug purchases more accessible than ever, with up to 20% of transactions now happening through popular platforms.
Meta's Algorithm Changes Drastically Reduce Palestinian News Visibility on Facebook
BBC investigation reveals Facebook's post-October 7 policy changes led to a 77% decline in Palestinian news engagement, while Israeli outlets saw increased visibility. Meta denies intentional suppression despite internal concerns about algorithmic bias against Palestinian content.