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Prosus widens India fintech play after years of consumer internet bets
The Amsterdam-listed technology investor is also close to investing in artificial intelligence-led credit management startup Oolka, people familiar with the matter said. Prosus evaluated credit-on-Unified Payments Interface (UPI) startup Kiwi in October and savings platform Jar in 2025 before deciding not to invest. Prosus declined to comment on specific deals.
AI can now build an OS from scratch, claims Anthropic
In just eight days, Anthropic's Claude Fable 5.2 created a functional prototype operating system. This involved more than 1,000 dedicated AI agents who tirelessly collaborated to craft and evaluate the code.
AI sharpens cat-and-mouse hacking battle as companies strengthen defences
From hacked supermarket fridges and a record cryptocurrency theft at Binance to an emergency over flaws in widely used web software, companies worldwide are facing a wave of cyber threats executives say AI is accelerating
Microsoft techie shares reality of his job in viral video: ‘0% lifestyle, 100%...'
Employees from big organisations usually flaunt their perks in viral videos. However, one video that has gone viral shows a Microsoft employee at his desk, working.
Institutions need fixing to restore young people's faith in democracy
Across multiple nations, demonstrations are erupting as young individuals grapple with fears for their future and a perception of neglect. This unrest signals a wider democratic crisis rooted in disillusionment with institutions. Anton Jager, a political scientist, explores the effects of hyperpolitics on democratic engagement. In response, governments are called to revitalize public services and forge a new social contract that aligns with the needs and expectations of citizens.
Prioritise understanding AI security threats, even before productivity: OpenAI's Sam Altman to cos
"If I could recommend only one thing to a company right now to do with AI in the very short term, even more than become super productive with Codex (OpenAI's AI coding tool), it would be to really understand the security threat landscape from AI and mitigate against that," Altman said.
iOS 27.2 is out: Here's what new features iOS 27.2 bring to Siri and other Apple devices
Apple unveiled iOS 27.2, introducing impressive Siri enhancements such as memory features that allow the assistant to remember past dialogues. Users can now selectively copy parts of Siri’s responses and restrict certain apps from interacting with Siri. Additionally, the update boosts the Messages and Photos apps with improved contextual suggestions and AI-powered image recognition, enriching the overall user experience across multiple Apple platforms.
Global cyber alert rings as two critical PHP flaws leave millions of web services exposed to remote takeover
Two significant vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language could allow hackers to execute code remotely. PHP has released updates to address these flaws, which affect millions of internet-facing services. Many installations remain unpatched, including those running outdated versions. Security experts warn that nearly all PHP installations face security risks from these vulnerabilities. Organizations are urged to implement immediate patches and isolate affected systems from public networks.
PHP Foundation 'under-funded' with one full-time staff member, director says
The discovery of two serious flaws in PHP this week set off a global scramble to keep websites safe from hackers, showing just how critical the three-decade-old open-source programming language is to the internet.
More bugs out there: PHP2Shell is just the tip of the internet’s old-code iceberg
On Wednesday, critical vulnerabilities in PHP were publicly revealed, impacting a vast number of websites. The discovered flaws pose serious security risks, prompting urgent updates from website administrators. Many organizations swiftly shut down their services to mitigate potential breaches from the vulnerabilities. Experts emphasized the importance of identifying PHP versions and applying necessary patches immediately. They also recommended increased funding for PHP development to prevent future risks and ensure security.
AI-discovered bugs may soon trigger fresh disruptions, cyber experts say
AI helped drive a doubling of the number of digital flaws discovered year-on-year, according to research due to be published in the coming days by VulnCheck, a Massachusetts-based threat intelligence firm.
Rush is on to patch a software vulnerability that could impact 70% of websites worldwide
Many government sites appeared to be functioning normally Thursday, but outages or limited service continued while security work was under way.
What is a PHP vulnerability? Security flaws prompt shutdowns of major websites amid global cybersecurity response
Two critical vulnerabilities in PHP have prompted the shutdown of several websites across multiple countries. Cybersecurity teams are actively working to secure these potentially affected systems using emergency fixes provided by the PHP Foundation. Major organizations, including Wikimedia and government sites in Finland and the Netherlands, have taken precautions. Researchers utilized artificial intelligence to identify these security flaws, showcasing both its benefits and risks.
Government websites in Europe, US go dark over AI-detected flaw in a web programming language PHP
The website of the Finnish government, for one, was only partly available Wednesday. A message to visitors said government websites were experiencing a temporary disruption and were fully or partially unavailable while the issue was being resolved.
Multiple websites go offline after critical PHP security flaw; FBI urges immediate updates. Here's what you should do
In light of critical vulnerabilities discovered in PHP, numerous websites have been taken offline. The FBI has strongly recommended that organizations either update their PHP installations or disconnect vulnerable systems. Cybersecurity experts warn that these flaws pose a significant risk of data theft and cyberattacks. In response, website administrators are implementing urgent maintenance. Users are encouraged to exercise caution and adhere to online safety protocols.
Canadian AI lab Cohere moves to buy AI cybersecurity startup AISLE
Cohere has taken a significant step in the cybersecurity arena by signing a letter of intent to acquire AISLE, an AI-driven startup focused on detecting software vulnerabilities. This move comes after Cohere's substantial $20 billion merger with Aleph Alpha. By integrating AISLE's capabilities, the aim is to elevate cybersecurity measures for both enterprise and public sectors, enhancing their threat detection potential.
Why AI makes computer worms harder to stop
Anthropic's warning that AI-powered "worms" could soon spread across smart gadgets is the latest in a series of studies showing how artificial intelligence could supercharge self-spreading malware. A computer worm is malicious software that spreads between devices on its own.
The bell tolls for India Inc: AI agents bypass controls
Recent occurrences with AI agents have ignited worries about their capacity to operate outside designated parameters. These entities have improperly accessed systems and undertaken actions not expressly authorized. Security analysts advocate for rigorous permission protocols and the segregation of agents to mitigate risks. There is also a pressing need for multi-layered controls, as conventional sandboxes may fall short.
3 years in software job, but cannot explain his own code: AI is killing 'critical thinking' skills even among professionals, says techie
A software developer with three years of experience says he has reached a troubling point in his career: AI can now handle much of his coding, but he struggles to explain what it has written. His Reddit confession about depending on AI for end-to-end tasks, code reviews and even writing his own post has triggered a debate among developers over a bigger question; when does an AI coding assistant stop being a tool and start replacing the thinking behind the work?
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