No one likes their PC running below its potential, and certainly not without them realizing it. However, that's exactly what might be happening inside countless PCs right now. From basic mistakes like installing memory or storage drives in the wrong slots and ignoring BIOS tweaks to more advanced stuff like ensuring proper contact between the CPU cooler and the CPU's IHS, you might be hurting your … [Read more...]

FASTag Annual Pass is scheduled to roll out on August 15, on Independence Day. The new pass allows convenient passage for all private vehicles, but not commercial vehicles and goods carriers. The new pass will be valid for a year or 200 trips, whichever is earlier. It enables thoroughfare on national highways and expressways. Currently, car owners have to pay a toll at each plaza they pass … [Read more...]

Aug 14, 2025The Hacker NewsEndpoint Security / Application Security Story teaser text: Cybersecurity leaders face mounting pressure to stop attacks before they start, and the best defense may come down to the settings you choose on day one. In this piece, Yuriy Tsibere explores how default policies like deny-by-default, MFA enforcement, and application Ringfencing ™ can eliminate entire … [Read more...]

Researchers at enterprise browser security firm SquareX have demonstrated an attack method that can be used to gain access to an account protected by passkeys. Passkeys are designed to provide a more secure alternative to passwords, enabling users to log into their account based on a private key stored on the device. Users can sign in using various authentication methods, including PIN, facial … [Read more...]

Amazon could be working on a new e-reader with a colour display, a Reddit user has revealed. Said to be under development since June 2024, an alleged prototype of the e-reader has appeared online, showing the design of the rumoured tablet. Additionally, the author of the post has also revealed a few details about the e-reader's screen and pricing. It is said to sport a smaller display than the … [Read more...]

The iPhone 17 series is likely to go official next month. Apple is expected to host a dedicated September launch event where it will unveil the next-generation iPhone models. The upcoming lineup is expected to comprise four handsets — iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Although the Cupertino-based tech giant remains pretty tight-lipped on the exact launch date, leaks … [Read more...]

We're likely only around a month away (give or take) from Apple's next iPhone launch event. This year's shindig could see the thinnest iPhone to date joining the iPhone 17 lineup. Also on tap could be new Apple Watch models — including the first Ultra model in two years — and (maybe) the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3.Apple's iPhone family will likely welcome a new member this year. The iPhone Air is … [Read more...]

I'll be the first to admit I never liked the first wave of artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) when they first came about. There's still an argument as to how to properly categorize these smart assistants. Are they AI or are they simple scripts with a vast knowledge pool to use for constructing replies? Where is the line in the sand for transitioning from a simple tool to … [Read more...]

A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in the popular “Database for Contact Form 7, WPforms, Elementor forms” WordPress plugin, potentially exposing over 70,000 websites to remote code execution attacks.  The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-7384 with a maximum CVSS score of 9.8, affects all versions up to and including 1.4.3 and was publicly disclosed on August 12, … [Read more...]

Samsung is rumoured to be working on several smartglasses currently. While the headline maker device is its Project Moohan, an extended reality (XR) headset that was first unveiled in December 2024, the company is also working on Project Haean, a smartglass with an augmented reality (AR) display. The latter was showcased by the South Korean tech giant at Google I/O 2025. Now, a report suggests … [Read more...]

Croma Independence Day Sale 2025 is currently live in India. During the sale, the retailer is offering a wide range of products at heavily discounted prices on its website. From personal gadgets like smartphones, smartwatches, laptops, and headphones, to large home appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines, these items are available at considerably lower rates than … [Read more...]

CISA has issued urgent warnings regarding two critical security vulnerabilities in N-able N-Central remote monitoring and management (RMM) software that threat actors are actively exploiting.  The vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2025-8875 and CVE-2025-8876, pose significant risks to organizations using this widely-deployed IT management platform. Key Takeaways1. Two critical N-able … [Read more...]

The notorious ShinyHunters cybercriminal group has emerged from a year-long hiatus with a sophisticated new wave of attacks targeting Salesforce platforms across major organizations, including high-profile victims like Google. This resurgence marks a significant tactical evolution for the financially motivated threat actors, who have traditionally focused on database exploitation and credential … [Read more...]

Vivo T4 Pro is confirmed to launch in India soon. Vivo on Thursday has posted the first official teaser of the upcoming T4 series phone. The teaser reveals the rear design and availability details of the Vivo T4 Pro. It will go on sale in the country through Flipkart, the e-commerce platform. It will debut as a successor to last year's Vivo T3 Pro. The Vivo T4 Pro is tipped to come with a … [Read more...]

Vijay Sales Mega Freedom Sale is now live in India. The Independence Day-themed sale event brings discounts on products across a wide range of categories, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, home appliances, and other electronics. Buyers can avail of price cuts, bank offers, and exchange bonuses to purchase gadgets at considerably lower prices than their usual market rates. During the … [Read more...]

TransportationRebirth Group rides to the rescue.Aug 14, 2025, 8:00 AM UTCThomas Ricker is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years.After months of speculation over the e-bike maker’s imminent demise, Cowboy says it now has the financial backing it needs to survive. The Brussels-based … [Read more...]

Apple's iPhone 17 series is expected to be unveiled in September this year. The lineup is rumoured to feature four handsets - iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The rumoured latest addition to its lineup, which could replace the iPhone Plus models, could be the iPhone 17 Air. Leaks regarding its specifications, design, screen size, and colourways have been surfacing … [Read more...]

Artificial intelligence coding assistants, designed to boost developer productivity, are inadvertently causing massive system destruction.  Researchers report a significant spike in what they term “AI-induced destruction” incidents, where helpful AI tools become accidental weapons against the very systems they’re meant to improve. Key Takeaways1. AI assistants accidentally destroy … [Read more...]

Google is adding a couple of new features to its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Gemini. On Wednesday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced personalised responses and Temporary Chats for Gemini's Android app. The first is a personalisation capability that allows the AI chatbot to fetch information from previous conversations to tailor the responses to the user's preferences. The … [Read more...]

The cybersecurity landscape experienced an unprecedented escalation in digital threats during the first half of 2025, with Web Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks surging by 39% compared to the second half of 2024. The second quarter alone witnessed a staggering 54% quarter-over-quarter spike in attack activity, marking the highest levels on record and signaling a fundamental shift in … [Read more...]