Browser Syncjacking: The New Chrome Extension Attack That Gives Hackers Full Device Control
A dangerous new cyberattack method called 'browser syncjacking' exploits Chrome extensions to give attackers complete control of victims' computers. The attack uses legitimate-looking extensions and Google sync features to steal sensitive data and establish backdoor access.
Google's AI Ethics Shift Sparks Employee Backlash Over Weapons Development
Google faces internal resistance after removing its ban on AI use in weapons and surveillance systems, marking a significant departure from its 2018 stance. The policy change, amid rising defense sector competition, has triggered widespread employee protests and debates over AI's role in military applications.
Major Data Breach: Costa Rican Telecom Exposes 600,000 Citizens' Data in Unsecured Cloud Storage
A private telecommunications company in Costa Rica has left approximately 600,000 records containing citizens' sensitive personal data exposed through an unsecured Google Storage system. Despite multiple warnings, the company remains unresponsive while the data continues to be accessible, raising serious privacy concerns.
AI Researchers Face Mental Health Crisis Amid Relentless Industry Pressure
The AI industry's breakneck pace is taking a severe toll on researchers' wellbeing, with many reporting 100+ hour work weeks and deteriorating mental health. Despite lucrative positions at major tech companies, the intense competition and pressure to deliver results is creating an unsustainable work environment.
Google Eases Device Fingerprinting Restrictions in Advertising Policy Update
Google has quietly modified its advertising policies to permit device fingerprinting tracking, marking a significant shift in user privacy stance. The discreet policy change enables advertisers to collect device-specific data, raising concerns about persistent tracking capabilities even when users employ privacy protection measures.
Chrome Security Update Patches 16 Critical Vulnerabilities
Google releases comprehensive security update for Chrome browser, addressing 16 vulnerabilities across desktop and mobile platforms. The update impacts multiple Chromium-based browsers and reinforces Google's commitment to maintaining secure browsing environments.
Chrome Store Scammers Game Search Results with Hidden Translation Spam
Developers are exploiting Chrome Web Store's translation feature to promote questionable extensions through deceptive keyword stuffing in foreign language descriptions. Over 900 extensions were found using these tactics to manipulate search rankings, raising security concerns.
Google's New Digital Fingerprinting System to Track Users Across All Devices Starting February
Google plans to launch an advanced digital fingerprinting system that will track users across multiple devices, including TVs and gaming consoles, starting February 16. Privacy experts warn that this sophisticated tracking method collects unique hardware and software data points that are difficult to detect or remove.
Google Maps Mishap Leads Police Raid Team into Cross-Border Detention Drama
A 16-member Assam Police team found themselves detained by locals in Nagaland after Google Maps led them to the wrong location during a criminal pursuit operation. The navigation error sparked a tense overnight standoff that was eventually resolved through inter-state police cooperation.
Quantum Computing-Brain Interface Could Unlock Secrets of Human Consciousness
Scientists propose connecting human brains directly to quantum computers to explore consciousness through quantum entanglement. The groundbreaking research suggests this interface could expand human conscious experiences and provide insights into how consciousness emerges from quantum processes in the brain.