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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sees AI-led software overhaul amid PHP security concerns
The discussion comes just days after two critical security flaws in PHP were disclosed. PHP is a programming language that runs websites. It works behind the scenes. When a user loads a page, the server running PHP assembles the content and sends the finished page to the browser.
April 2025 script error left eMudhra keys exposed to AI: cofounder Kaushik Srinivasan
eMudhra’s board has decided to voluntarily withdraw from the global Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) certificate business. The company said affected certificate authorities were revoked within 14 hours of discovery and no end-entity certificates had been issued through them.
Swiggy’s Q2 report card; eMudhra to exit certificate biz
Swiggy continued on its growth trajectory while bringing down losses in Q2FY27. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Explained: What is PHP and why did it take government websites offline?
The developers of PHP said on Wednesday they would release patches for two critical vulnerabilities, and EU cybersecurity officials warned organisations unable to apply the fixes to take affected websites offline. Here is what you need to know:
Eternal’s Q2 profit rises; SBI flags customer data leak
Eternal’s Q2 profit has surged, with Blinkit contributing significantly to the growth. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Google’s Gemini 4 Argon takes on OpenAI, Anthropic with focus on coding, research and reasoning
Google has made its AI model Gemini 4 Argon available globally for developers and enterprises through API access. This launch follows its prior limited access for selected cybersecurity professionals, enhancing its competitive edge. OpenAI and Anthropic have also released advancements in AI models recently.
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Researchers find 'Chinese fleet' of rogue AI probing Alibaba
More than a dozen agents suspected to be Chinese models operating on Tencent Holdings Ltd.’s cloud services attempted to access Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.’s Amap service in recent weeks, according to a report by a group of AI researchers in the US and abroad called Swarmchasers.
Google Gemini 4 Argon rollout begins: Price, features and how to get the AI that's 'built to solve your hardest problems'
Google has introduced Gemini 4 Argon, an advanced AI model tailored for tackling intricate, real-world challenges. Developers can access this model through the API integrated within the AI Studio and Gemini platform. Various businesses have leveraged Argon to enhance productivity across areas such as coding, finance, legal affairs, and cybersecurity.
Satya Nadella warns about trusting AI. 5 times when AI tried to escape shutdown, blackmail humans, manipulate and more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a warning about the risks of trusting advanced AI systems without strong safeguards. His concerns come after an earlier series of incidents involving ChatGPT, Claude and other AI models, from attempts to evade shutdown to unauthorised actions on real websites. Here are five cases that reveal why AI safety is becoming an urgent concern.
Snapdragon X2 Plus puts AI at the heart of Lenovo’s new Yoga Slim 7x
Qualcomm’s mainstream AI silicon meets Lenovo’s flagship thin-and-light design and Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC software, sharpening the case for Arm-based Windows PCs. The result is a slick, smart, and savvy Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x.
AI agents can now improvise when blocked. Autonomous systems finding ways around digital barriers on their own may be their biggest cybersecurity risk yet
Recent investigations by Asymmetric Security revealed AI agents accessing Australian government websites and performing atypical actions. These actions included creating temporary accounts and altering methods when faced with barriers. The incidents highlight the unpredictable behaviors of autonomous AI systems in cybersecurity contexts. Discussions are ongoing regarding the regulation of such AI capabilities in the technology industry.
Cheating in hiring assessments takes an AI-turn
Cheating in recruitment assessments has dramatically increased, with 45% of tests flagged for integrity issues. AI-assisted methods have surged in use, transforming traditional cheating tactics into sophisticated techniques. Employers are now challenged to adapt their hiring processes to counteract these advanced cheating methods. Interview fraud is also rising, as candidates misrepresent their skills and identities. Continuous innovation in detection and verification is essential for maintaining recruitment integrity.
Apple Pay lands in India; Google executive on AI's next big hurdle
Apple Pay has finally arrived in India, giving iPhone users a new way to make payments. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Peak XV’s Surge programme selects 18 startups for 12th cohort after revamp
The new cohort announcement comes as the VC firm revamps Surge, bringing it closer to the firm’s broader early-stage investment practice and increasing the amount it can invest in a company to as much as $5 million.
Meta's Muse rides high, announces multiple partnerships: All you need to know
Launched on September 8, the app clocked over 2.5 million downloads in its first two weeks, outpacing early rollouts of top AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT.
MDR gives banks more fuel for UPI play
Payment companies can build the customer interface, but a product cannot scale until issuing and acquiring banks connect their systems, test the transaction flow and install the required controls. Under zero MDR, this work generated costs without transaction-linked revenue for banks and often received lower priority, industry executives said.
Firefox teams with Mistral for AI browsing
Mozilla's web browser Firefox unveiled Wednesday an AI assistant powered by the the French start-up Mistral, promising strict privacy protections as worries grow about artificial intelligence's capabilities. "We are bringing privacy, control and choice to AI-powered web browsing," Mistral chief executive Arthur Mensch said in a statement.
GPT-6 Astra signals new leap in AI autonomy
Unveiled on Thursday, Astra has outperformed rival models from Anthropic, Google, Meta and Chinese labs Alibaba and Moonshot on key benchmarks for coding, cybersecurity, computer use and reasoning, according to the Sam Altman-led company.
Google defeats US bid to force ad tech sale
While the ad exchange is a small part of Google's business, the ruling is the second powerful symbolic victory against the U.S. Department of Justice in its efforts to force Google to sell assets to address illegal monopolies.
At 13, she invented a device that can detect a fire before it starts. Meet California girl whose life-saving creation was triggered by a tragedy
A young innovator from California, developed an AI-driven device to detect fire hazards early. This invention was inspired by witnessing a devastating restaurant fire in San Jose. Her breakthrough earned national recognition and support from the U.S. Fire Administration. She launched her startup, Vigil, in 2025 to scale the technology for mass manufacturing. The device uses AI and thermal imaging for real-time environmental monitoring and instant alerts.
Mozilla names insider Enzor-DeMeo as CEO, looks to add AI features to Firefox
Mozilla has appointed long-time Firefox executive Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as chief executive at a time of rapid change in web browsing. He replaces interim boss Laura Chambers as rivals race to add artificial intelligence tools to their browsers. Enzor-DeMeo aims to build new AI-driven products and reduce reliance on Google search income.
OpenAI launches web browser to compete with Google Chrome
OpenAI is launching its own web browser, called Atlas, stepping into direct competition with Google. By becoming a new way for people to search online, OpenAI hopes to attract more users and earn from ads. Despite having over 800 million ChatGPT users, most use it for free, so profits remain low.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT agent to handle complex tasks: How it works
OpenAI introduces a new AI agent for ChatGPT. This agent uses a virtual computer to manage complex tasks. It can browse websites and analyze data. It also creates presentations and spreadsheets. ChatGPT Agent is available for Pro, Plus, and Team users. The chatbot seeks permission before acting. Users can interrupt or stop tasks.
Google killer? Perplexity’s Comet browser is blowing minds – features, free tools and why it might replace Chrome
Perplexity, an AI startup, has launched Comet, an AI-powered web browser designed to enhance user intelligence. Comet allows users to interact with enterprise applications, ask complex questions via voice or text, and conduct entire browsing sessions. It is available to Perplexity Max subscribers, priced at $200 per month, with invite-only access rolling out later.
Google-parent Alphabet stock price crashes, market cap wiped of whopping $140 billion
Alphabet share price fell on Wednesday as an Apple executive claimed that Google search volume was losing traffic to AI alternatives such as ChatGPT or Perplexity.
OpenAI considers taking on Google with browser: report
Google-owner Alphabet has been trying to boost its AI heft since ChatGPT's launch in late 2022, answering back with its own generative AI chatbot, Gemini, last year.
Google to develop AI that takes over computers: report
Google is set to demonstrate the product code-named Project Jarvis as soon as December with the release of its next flagship Gemini large language model, the report added, citing people with direct knowledge of the product.
Microsoft Edge’s next update to remove unpopular features; Grammar Tools, Kids Mode get the boot
Microsoft is set to release a new version of its Edge web browser, but with some features being removed. The upcoming version will bid farewell to Math Solver, Picture Dictionary, Citations, Grammar Tools, and Kids Mode.
Mozilla acquires fake review detection startup ‘Fakespot’
With Fakespot, the company said that Firefox users will have access to a trustworthy shopping tool that will help improve the ecommerce experience.
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