To prevent another CrowdStrike update fiasco, Microsoft is looking at creating a new platform within the Windows OS specifically designed for antivirus monitoring, nudging security products out of kernel.

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Microsoft Eyes New Windows Security Layer To Prevent CrowdStrike Repeat

Microsoft reveals what it discussed during this week's private security summit focused on preventing a repeat of July's infamous CrowdStr...

That's creepy: Ford has secured a US patent to serve targeted ads inside its cars based on user data, including conversations between passengers.

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Ford Patents In-Car Advertising System That Listens to Passenger Conversations

The system could use trip data and in-car chats to serve targeted ads, though Ford says the patent application 'should not be viewed as an ind...