Day: December 2, 2025

OpenPLC ScadaBR Vulnerability Wreaks Havoc on Industrial Systems

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A four-year-old cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in OpenPLC ScadaBR has resurfaced, making industrial systems more susceptible to cyber attacks. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added the flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, urging federal agencies and critical infrastructure operators to patch immediately. The XSS vulnerability allows attackers to inject … Read more

Malware-Ridden Browser Extensions Infect 4.3M Chrome and Edge Users

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A malicious browser extension campaign, dubbed ShadyPanda by researchers Koi, has infected over 4.3 million Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge users with malware, including backdoors and spyware. The attackers published legitimate extensions that accumulated thousands of downloads over several years before pushing a malware-laden update that auto-updated across the entire user base. Five extensions with … Read more

US Economy Faces Uncertainty in 2026, Two Scenarios Predict Recession

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The US economy has had a turbulent year, with an AI investment boom followed by growth curtailed by President Trump’s tariffs and a government shutdown affecting data releases. What can we expect in 2026? Experts predict two possible recession scenarios. Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/three-predictions-for-the-u-s-economy-in-2026-and-two-of-them-see-a-recession-303f9521

NoteboomL Deep Research Tool Simplifies Complex Research

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NotebookLM’s new Deep Research tool takes the legwork out of searching for sources, saving you time and effort in creating a searchable knowledge base for projects. The tool analyzes various sources from Google apps, generates reports, and summaries. However, its usefulness depends on your research approach. While it can be ideal for those starting a … Read more

Reverse Mathematics Reveals Hidden Connections in Complexity Theory

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Complexity theory has long been a challenging field for computer scientists, with many problems remaining unsolved despite decades of research. Recently, researchers have turned to “reverse mathematics” to better understand why some problems are so difficult. This approach involves analyzing the basic assumptions that underlie mathematical proofs and using them as axioms in new ways. … Read more

Tech Founder Launches Retro-Style Phone, Sells 120K in 3 Days

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CNBC reported on a new phone that pays homage to the old landline style. Launched by a tech founder, this unique phone gained immense popularity and sold 120,000 units within just three days of its release. The product’s success can be attributed to its nostalgic design and innovative features. Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/30/tech-founder-launched-a-landline-style-phone-and-sold-120k-of-them-in-3-days.html

Rogue Gratitude: When Thankfulness Becomes Manipulative or Toxic

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Gratitude is a virtue, but it can also become a vice when it’s expressed insincerely, used to control others, or ignored painful feelings. Researchers say that performative gratitude, where we thank others only for social gain, can be problematic. It’s the opposite of genuine appreciation and can lead to feelings of resentment. Similarly, weaponized gratitude, … Read more

Jake Gyllenhaal Sees Streaming Success for Ambulance

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Despite underperforming at the box office, Michael Bay’s 2022 film “Ambulance” is gaining traction on streaming platforms. The action-thriller, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya Abdul Mateen II as adoptive brothers who hijack an ambulance, has a 68% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Gyllenhaal also appeared in Bay’s top-rated film “The Rock”, which is nearing its … Read more