Kaspersky's antivirus software deletes itself across the US and installs UltraAV instead without notifying at least some customers. Some are frustrated and struggling to uninstall the new program.
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Kaspersky Antivirus Abruptly Replaced With UltraAV in the US, Angering Users
Kaspersky's antivirus software deletes itself across the US and installs UltraAV instead without notifying customers. Some are frustrated and ...
Have we gone from word processing and spreadsheets straight to Skynet? Not yet, but artificial intelligence is the hottest thing in computing, led by Microsoft's push for Copilot+ PCs. Here's what the "AI" in the AI PC is all about.
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What Is an AI PC? How AI Will Reshape Your Next Computer
Revolutionary artificial intelligence is coming to everyday laptops and desktops thanks to chips from the big silicon players paired with Microsoft...
A type of Android malware known as Android.Vo1d has infected an estimated 1.3 million TV boxes across 197 countries.
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'Vo1d' Trojan Malware Infects 1.3 Million Android-Based TV Boxes Globally
The Android malware discreetly downloads unwanted software and has reportedly infected users in nearly 200 countries.
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...
A new standard from the people behind Qi wireless charging for smartphones will come to induction cooktops first and may show up as an addition to countertops in a year or so.
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Cordless Blender? 'Ki' Standard Aims to Unplug Small Kitchen Gadgets
A new standard from the people behind Qi wireless charging for smartphones will come to induction cooktops first and may show up as an addition to ...
Starlink reluctantly blocks X for users in Brazil after initially stating it wouldn't restrict access to the site as Elon Musk's battle with Brazilian authorities rages on.
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Starlink Switches Course, Blocks X in Brazil as Court Battle Continues
Starlink reluctantly blocks X for users in Brazil after initially stating it wouldn't restrict access to the site as Elon Musk's battle w...
Starting in October, Twitch users will have to pay $7.99 for a Tier 1 subscription on any device.
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Stream, Hike, Repeat: Twitch Bumps Subscription Price Once Again
Starting in October, Twitch users will have to pay $7.99 for a Tier 1 subscription on any device.
A new energy storage system at Porsche's Leipzig facility is now powering the plant with 4,400 used electric vehicle batteries.
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Porsche Powers Panamera, Macan Plant With 4,400 Used EV Batteries
An energy storage system the size of two basketball courts demonstrates the potential for 'second life' packs.
PC maker Dell is conducting another round of layoffs that'll reportedly impact 12,500 workers.
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Dell Makes Cuts to Boost AI Pivot, Reportedly Laying Off 12,500 Employees
One former employee calls the cuts a 'bloodbath' as reports suggest Dell is slashing about 10% of its workforce.