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The Security System Built to Protect You Has a Growing Blind Spot

When a security flaw is discovered in software, there’s a process most people don’t think about but quietly rely on: the vulnerability gets logged, tracked, and eventually shows up on a security dashboard so security teams know how to fix it. These dashboards help security teams see which systems need updates, which software has known flaws, and which patches should be prioritized....

The Security System Built to Protect You Has a Growing Blind Spot When a security flaw is discovered in software, there’s a process most people don’t think about but quietly rely on: the vulnerability gets logged, tracked, and eventually shows up on a security da…

Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas Places AI in a Human Context

Artificial intelligence is often discussed in terms of speed, innovation, and productivity. On May 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV publicly presented his new encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, which places AI in a broader context: the dignity of the human person. The encyclical was formally signed on May 15, 2026, and focuses on “safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence.” It draws from Catholic Social Doctrine and addresses AI through themes such as human dignity, the common good, truth, freedom, education, responsibility, and social justice....

Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas Places AI in a Human Context Artificial intelligence is often discussed in terms of speed, innovation, and productivity. On May 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV publicly presented his new encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, which places AI…

Trump Postpones Planned AI Cybersecurity Executive Order

On May 21, 2026, President Trump postponed a planned executive order on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. According to reporting from The New York Times, the executive order would have created a federal process to evaluate frontier AI models before they are released to the public. The proposal reportedly would have directed the Office of the National Cyber Director and other federal agencies to develop a review process within two months....

Trump Postpones Planned AI Cybersecurity Executive Order On May 21, 2026, President Trump postponed a planned executive order on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. According to reporting from The New York Times, the executive order would have cre…

The Password Problem

The Problem with Traditional Passwords Despite their long-standing use, passwords have several well-known weaknesses. Many users rely on weak or easily guessable passwords, reuse the same credentials across multiple platforms, or fall victim to phishing attacks designed to steal login information. Cybercriminals often exploit these behaviors through large-scale data breaches and credential-stuffing attacks. Once a password is exposed in one breach, it can potentially be used to access multiple accounts....

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California Hits General Motors with Record-Breaking CCPA Fine Over Hidden Data Sales

Modern cars are no longer just vehicles. Many now function like connected devices, collecting data about where people drive, how they drive, and even what habits can be associated from those trips. A recent settlement involving General Motors shows how serious privacy concerns can become when that data is shared or sold without clear consumer consent. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside…...

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Running on AI: TCS London Marathon

AI-Driven User Interaction At the core of the marathon’s digital experience is an AI-powered assistant powered by Tata Consultancy Services. The tool uses natural language to deliver real-time, personalized responses. Behind the scenes, AI is also used to scan system performance and identify issues in real time. This reflects a shift toward AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations), where machine learning models help maintain system reliability and optimize performance. ...

Running on AI: TCS London Marathon AI-Driven User Interaction At the core of the marathon’s digital experience is an AI-powered assistant powered by Tata Consultancy Services. The tool uses natural language to deliver real-time, per…

OpenAI Faces Massive Lawsuit Over Failure to Report “Flagged” School Shooter Activity

Artificial intelligence has become a regular part of how people search for information, write, study, work, and communicate. However, recent lawsuits against OpenAI are raising serious concerns about what happens when AI tools are allegedly used in connection with real-world harm. In the wake of the recent mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman are facing a wave of lawsuits that could redefine the legal responsibilities of AI companies....

OpenAI Faces Massive Lawsuit Over Failure to Report “Flagged” School Shooter Activity Artificial intelligence has become a regular part of how people search for information, write, study, work, and communicate. However, recent lawsuits against OpenAI are raising serious concerns abo…

The Rise of AI Deepfake Attacks and the Ways Users Can Protect Themselves

Artificial intelligence has made it easier than ever to create fabricated audio, video, images, emails, and even text messages that can trick unsuspecting users. With the advancement of artificial intelligence, especially the rise of large language models, these impersonations, known as deepfakes, are a known growing cybersecurity risk in today's digitized world, especially in higher education. Attackers that generate deepfakes may target faculty, staff, or students....

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AI in Humanitarian Aid: Helping or Failing?

AI In Humanitarian Aid Since AI has become popular, it's mainly been used for education and work. It's helped students in subjects ranging from Geometry to AP Physics, and it's a strong worker in the workforce, helping with marketing posts and market predictions. Now, these uses of AI seem reasonable; a simple answer to simple problems, but when AI becomes integrated into humanitarian aid, can a simulation of human intelligence be empathic, can a chatbot have high levels of cultural sensitivity, and can it be adaptable in dangerous, unpredictable environments?...

AI in Humanitarian Aid: Helping or Failing? AI In Humanitarian Aid Since AI has become popular, it’s mainly been used for education and work. It’s helped students in subjects ranging from Geometry to AP Physics, and it’s a…

Anthropic Investigates Reports of Rogue Access to Mythos Preview

Only weeks after Anthropic unveiled Claude Mythos Preview, Anthropic is now investigating reports that unauthorized users may have gained access to the model outside of Project Glasswing. This development shifts the public attention of Mythos away from the model’s defensive promises and more towards the challenge of containing advanced artificial intelligence tools. When Mythos Preview was first introduced, it was unveiled as a highly advanced tool that could help organizations identify vulnerabilities within software before attackers could exploit them....

Anthropic Investigates Reports of Rogue Access to Mythos Preview Only weeks after Anthropic unveiled Claude Mythos Preview, Anthropic is now investigating reports that unauthorized users may have gained access to the model outside of Project Glasswing. This deve…