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January 30

YouTube lets parents limit or block Shorts for teens

Google platform YouTube introduced new parental controls letting families set daily limits or block Shorts for teens, amid concerns about phone time.

January 28

Tiny autonomous robots can now swim on their own

Scientists create smallest programmable robots ever – smaller than salt grains, these breakthrough microscopic machines could revolutionize medicine and healthcare.

January 28

5 myths about identity theft that put your data at risk

Identity theft myths debunked: your personal data is already exposed on data broker sites, and scammers don't need major breaches to target you.

January 23

Private autonomous pods could redefine ride-sharing

California startup Pliyt unveils autonomous vehicle with private pods, revolutionizing ride-sharing by eliminating forced passenger interaction and awkward conversations.

January 14

FCC cracks down on robocall reporting violations

FCC imposes new $10,000 fines on telecom companies for false robocall filings. New penalties take effect Feb. 5 to strengthen enforcement against violations.

January 14

Malicious Mac extensions steal crypto wallets and passwords

Mac users face new security threat as malware infiltrates trusted extension marketplaces, targeting cryptocurrency wallets and passwords through malicious code.

January 9

CES 2026 showstoppers: 10 gadgets you have to see

CES 2026 unveiled game-changing tech from LG's invisible wallpaper TV to AI-powered home robots and foldable steering wheels for autonomous cars.

December 27

Apple patches two zero-day flaws used in targeted attacks

Apple releases emergency patches for two zero-day vulnerabilities actively exploited in attacks. iPhone and iPad users urged to update immediately.

December 25

New iPhone scam tricks owners into giving phones away

New iPhone replacement scam uses pressure tactics and fake carrier calls to steal devices from buyers. Criminals claim shipping errors and demand urgent returns.

December 16

Password manager fined after major data breach

LastPass faces $1.6 million fine from U.K. regulators after 2022 data breach exposed 1.6 million users. Password manager failed proper security controls.