Southwest Airlines has been under pressure to boost its bottom line, leading to significant changes in its policies and procedures. The airline announced the end of open seating in 2024 and introduced fees for checked bags after maintaining a “bags fly free” policy long after other carriers had started charging. Many passengers are now feeling … Read more
The White House is celebrating a record-high stock market and strong job numbers, but critics argue that the positive signs are unevenly felt, particularly among low-income Americans. President Trump has largely taken credit for the economic recovery, despite advisers urging him to tone down his language on Americans’ financial struggles. The administration points to pro-business … Read more
Microsoft will start deprecating Secure Boot certificates for Windows systems from 2011 by June 2026. These certificates verify that a system’s initial boot processes haven’t been tampered with, ensuring security during the boot process. The certificates are part of the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) and are used by Secure Boot, a standard platform in … Read more
A retail shareholder is suing CoStar Group, claiming its severance plan was created to influence an upcoming proxy battle between the company and activist fund Third Point LLC. The dispute centers on CoStar’s investment in Homes.com, a platform acquired in 2021. Source: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/costar-sued-on-golden-parachutes-as-hedge-funds-plan-proxy-fight
Hackers are engaging in “distillation attacks,” where they use legitimate access to steal AI technology. According to a new report from Google, hackers have used over 100,000 AI prompts to replicate the company’s Gemini AI model. The attacks seem to be coming from adversaries in countries like North Korea, Russia, and China. Google identifies these … Read more
A team of Chinese researchers has created a new high-speed 3D printing technology that can print complex objects in just 0.6 seconds, setting a record for speed. This breakthrough technology also improves the precision of 3D printing and could lead to innovative solutions for various technological fields. Source: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-02-13/Chinese-scientists-achieve-new-breakthrough-in-3D-printing-1KJkgBqUT3G/p.html
A bombshell announcement from Beijing saw Gen. Zhang Youxia, a trusted military reformer, investigated on charges of undermining Xi Jinping’s authority and damaging the country’s combat effectiveness. The reasons behind this move are shrouded in mystery, with some speculating that Xi may have wanted to eliminate a perceived threat or remove someone who had disagreed … Read more
TipRanks.com appears to be using a security service to protect its website from malicious bots. During this verification process, you’re shown this page instead of being redirected to the main site. This is a standard practice to ensure only genuine users can access the website’s content. The security measures in place prevent automated bots from … Read more
The FBI is cautiously optimistic that DNA evidence found near an 84-year-old woman’s home might lead to a breakthrough in her disappearance case. A glove discovered near Nancy Guthrie’s home appears to match the one worn by a suspect seen on doorbell camera footage taken the morning she vanished. Authorities are awaiting final test results … Read more
Samsung has unveiled significant updates to its Good Lock suite, focusing on the Keys Cafe and NotiStar apps. These enhancements bring advanced customization features, improved stability, and solutions to common usability challenges. The update to Keys Cafe includes: * A new “Apply Effects Only” feature for precise keyboard customizations * Gesture controls to enhance typing … Read more