August 1, 2024 at 05:15PM Twilio has discontinued its Authy for Desktop app, prompting a mandatory logout for users. After reviewing the meeting notes, it’s clear that Twilio has made the decision to discontinue its Authy for Desktop application, resulting in a forced logout of users from the desktop application. This decision will likely impact … Read more
July 29, 2024 at 03:55PM Apple has released the iOS 18.1 Beta to developers, providing a preview of upcoming AI-powered Apple Intelligence features, previously announced at the 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference. This includes AI-powered features for iOS and macOS devices, featuring image generation, writing assistance, improved search in Photos, Siri enhancement, and ChatGPT integration. The … Read more
July 27, 2024 at 04:33PM Windows 11 now offers the ability to end tasks directly from the taskbar with a new “End Task” feature. Users can enable this by navigating to Settings, then For developers, and toggling the “End Task” option to On. Once enabled, right-clicking on an app in the taskbar allows for quick … Read more
July 13, 2024 at 11:10AM This week’s Kettle episode features a discussion on security, including the AT&T Snowflake storage account intrusion and the marketing claims of AI to protect systems. The 15-minute episode includes Tobias Mann, Brandon Vigliarolo, Jessica Lyons, and host Iain Thomson. The series is available in various formats for easy access. Find … Read more
July 9, 2024 at 12:05PM Wi-Fi hubs can unintentionally expose data due to quirks in Apple’s geolocation system, beyond just the devices connected to them. Certainly! It appears that the meeting discussed the potential data leakage from Wi-Fi hubs themselves, due to specific quirks in Apple’s geolocation system. This issue goes beyond the devices that … Read more
July 2, 2024 at 02:08AM Meta’s ad-free subscription plan in the EU faces scrutiny for allegedly breaching competition rules. The European Commission claims the “pay or consent” model violates the Digital Markets Act by not offering an equivalent non-personalized alternative. Meta’s stance could lead to hefty fines and ongoing discussions with regulators. Grindr also faces … Read more
June 24, 2024 at 04:38AM The IT world’s diverse issues converge on the importance of software and services supply chain integrity. Despite its critical role, end-of-life database software receives inadequate attention, contrasting with the prominent AI and cybercrime coverage. Parallels are drawn with the food standards regulatory system, advocating for a similar approach to software … Read more
June 17, 2024 at 10:14AM Tel Aviv-based Aim Security, founded by IDF Unit 8200 alumni Matan Getz and Adir Gruss, has raised $18 million in a Series A funding led by Canaan Partners. The company aims to address the security risks associated with generative AI applications, offering expert support to companies looking to implement AI … Read more
June 14, 2024 at 12:34PM Former NCS employee Nagaraju Kandula was given a 32-month prison sentence for deleting 180 virtual servers after being let go from his job due to poor performance. The IT giant, National Computer Systems (NCS), suffered $678,000 in damages, with Kandula reportedly accessing the system using his old credentials. This incident … Read more
June 13, 2024 at 04:05PM Oracle Advertising is shutting down after a decline in revenue. The company’s stock has risen due to deals with Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and OpenAI. This move follows a series of acquisitions and challenges related to data privacy laws and legal issues. Industry experts suggest a shifting landscape for advertising … Read more