Passwords turn 65, but security risks are growing
As passwords reach their 65th birthday, experts warn they are becoming increasingly vulnerable despite efforts to improve digital security.
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InterDigital to Showcase AI-Powered Innovations at MWC 2026
InterDigital will present AI-driven services and immersive experiences at Mobile World Congress 2026, highlighting its research in wireless and video technologies.
iPad Alternatives 2026: Four Tablets to Beat the Competition
Apple's iPad may still dominate the tablet market, but 2026 is shaping up to be the year of serious rivals. Glenn Kelly tests four compelling alternatives.
Lamborghini cancels electric supercar, shifts to hybrids
Lamborghini has scrapped its first electric supercar, citing low customer interest in battery-powered models and shifting focus to hybrid vehicles.
Pentagon Threatens Anthropic with Supply Chain Risk Label
The U.S. Defense Department threatened to designate AI startup Anthropic a supply chain risk after the company questioned the use of its Claude chatbot in a raid to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The move could force the Pentagon to cut ties with Anthropic, the only large language model cleared for classified work, just months before its expected initial public offering.
MixRift CEO Bobby Voicu Details Rapid Rise in Mixed Reality Gaming
MixRift, a mixed reality gaming studio, racked up 300,000 downloads for its debut title Hell Horde on Meta Quest within months of launch. Co-founder and CEO Bobby Voicu credits the company's rapid prototyping model for its quick traction on platforms like Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro.
Fresenius 6008 Dialysis Machine Rolls Out in US Clinics
Fresenius Medical Care's Dialysegerät 6008 dialysis platform is expanding into U.S. clinics, promising automated safety checks and reduced errors during hemodialysis sessions. The system aims to standardize treatments for the roughly 550,000 Americans on dialysis.
Filling M.2 Slots Can Throttle GPU on PCIe-Limited CPUs
PC builders risk GPU performance drops when filling multiple M.2 SSD slots due to limited PCIe lanes from the CPU. Mainstream processors with 16 to 28 lanes often force lane sharing that cuts graphics bandwidth.
Plato Raises $14.5M Seed for AI OS Targeting Distributors
Plato has secured $14.5 million in seed funding to build an AI operating system for distributors. Atomico led the round, with Cherry Ventures, D11Z Ventures, Discovery Ventures and Lucid Capital joining as investors.
Dogecoin Surges on Elon Musk Tweets and Memecoin Hype
Dogecoin prices have spiked amid renewed social media buzz driven by Elon Musk's endorsements and a surge in memecoin trading. The cryptocurrency, merge-mined with Litecoin, now boasts elevated network hashrate and strong liquidity as traders debate its next move.
BTC AutoTrader EA Guide Details Breakout Strategy for Bitcoin Trading
BTC AutoTrader, a fully automated Expert Advisor for Bitcoin trading on the BTCUSD pair, relies on dynamic support and resistance levels to place pending breakout orders. Developers recommend Vantage FX as the top broker for its tight spreads and TradingVPS for low-latency execution.
CypSec Expands Cyber Mentorship Across Europe for Talent Pipeline
CypSec has extended its European Cyber Mentorship Program to build a pipeline of cybersecurity experts for its growing managed services business. The initiative targets talent in the Baltic States, Central Europe and Nordic regions.
CVR College Wins Radha TMT Buildathon 2026 with Waste-to-Building Tech
CVR College of Engineering took top honors at the Radha TMT Buildathon 2026 grand finale in Hyderabad, claiming a 2.5 lakh rupee prize for converting water treatment waste into sustainable building materials. The event drew teams from over 100 Telangana colleges to tackle infrastructure challenges with green innovations.
Musk Hints at Grok 4.2 After Microsoft Adds Grok 4.1 to Copilot
Microsoft rolled out Grok 4.1 Fast, an xAI model, to its Copilot Studio in preview for U.S. organizations. Elon Musk quickly replied to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella online, teasing an imminent Grok 4.2 release without specifics.
JerryRigEverything Draws Millions with Phone Destruction Tests
YouTube creator Zack Nelson, known as JerryRigEverything, has built a 9.3 million-subscriber channel by scratching, bending and burning flagship smartphones on camera. His durability tests offer unfiltered breakdowns that shape buyer decisions and spark endless online debates.