Instagram's Failed Self-Harm Content Moderation Puts Teen Safety at Risk
A Danish study reveals Instagram's inability to detect and remove self-harm content, with none of 85 test images being taken down despite Meta's claims of 99% removal rates. The platform's algorithm actively connects users engaging with harmful content, raising serious concerns about teen safety and EU compliance.
MI6 Chief Warns of Russia's Escalating Sabotage Campaign Across Europe
British intelligence chief Richard Moore reveals evidence of Russian sabotage operations in Europe, calling them "staggeringly reckless" while warning of broader security implications. Moore emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining support for Ukraine despite mounting costs and potential policy shifts.
INC Ransom Strikes UK Children's Hospital in Major Cybersecurity Breach
Ransomware group INC Ransom claims to have stolen sensitive patient data from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, compromising records spanning 2018-2024. Hospital officials are working with the National Crime Agency while maintaining operations, as security experts link the attack to CitrixBleed vulnerability exploitation.
EU Prosecutors Call for Crackdown on Encrypted Messaging Apps
European Union prosecutors are pushing for strict measures against privacy-focused messaging services that limit data retention, targeting apps like WhatsApp and Signal. The proposed sanctions include potential app store removals and prison sentences, sparking debate between law enforcement needs and privacy rights.