A new malware family known as Winos 4.0 (aka ValleyRAT) has expanded its targeting footprint to Japan and Malaysia, in addition to China and Taiwan. The attackers are using phishing emails with PDFs containing malicious links to spread the malware. The malware is inspired by another RAT malware referred to as Gh0st RAT, which had … Read more
A company that makes Tylenol, Kenvue, is opposing the FDA’s request to add more warnings about acetaminophen use during pregnancy. This decision comes after a citizen petition linked acetaminophen use to autism, but Kenvue claims the changes are not backed by current science. Source: https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/kenvue-urges-fda-to-reject-request-for-autism-warning-on-tylenol-fac7698a
A groundbreaking electronic implant has given new hope to blind individuals. The innovative device, designed to restore sight, is a major breakthrough in artificial vision technology. Researchers say this ‘revolutionary’ chip can help patients with age-related conditions see faces again, ushering in a new era for artificial vision treatment. Source: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/10/20/blindness-bionic-chip-moorfields-hospital-sight
Microsoft has identified an issue with the October 2025 Windows security updates, which is affecting smart card authentication and certificate-based operations on all versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server. The problem occurs due to a change made to strengthen the Windows Cryptographic Services. Users may experience issues such as inability to sign … Read more
Physicists use a clever mathematical tool called virtual particles to understand how real particles interact with each other. These “virtual” particles are essential for describing three fundamental forces in nature: electromagnetism, the strong and weak nuclear forces. In reality, virtual particles aren’t visible; they’re just a sophisticated way to calculate forces. They help explain phenomena … Read more
Get ready to solve a new puzzle game, similar to Wordle! In this 6-letter challenge, you have six tries to guess the word. Yellow letters indicate they’re in the word but not in the right spot, while green letters show they fit perfectly. Gray letters mean they’re not part of the word at all. Good … Read more
After switching from T-Mobile to Visible, five months later, I’m thrilled with the decision, despite missing some perks like ad-supported Netflix subscription and freebies from T-Mobile Tuesdays. The switch has brought reliable 5G network, simple billing, and significant savings – all without sacrificing cell service quality. If you’re unhappy with your current carrier, consider making … Read more
OpenAI, a leading AI firm, has released its new social media app Sora, which allows users to create content featuring recognizable properties from major studios across Hollywood. The company’s CEO, Sam Altman, has stated that the app will require an opt-in regime for studios’ intellectual property and likenesses, but insiders claim that this is not … Read more
Thieves stole royal jewelry in just seven minutes, but left behind a yellow vest with DNA traces and a dropped crown worth over 1,000 diamonds. The heist took place at the famous Louvre museum in Paris, where robbers used disc grinders to break in and out quickly, leaving many valuable items untouched. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-20/a-7-minute-louvre-heist-with-an-elevator-and-a-dropped-crown
A groundbreaking eye implant has given hope to thousands of blind patients worldwide by restoring their ability to read and see more clearly. The Prima implant, made by California biotech Science Corporation, was tested on 38 patients with advanced dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in a five-country trial. Sheila Irvine, 70, a registered blind patient … Read more