Apple in trouble with YouTube channels over AI training – class action lawsuitSeveral YouTubers have filed a lawsuit against Apple in a US court. The company stated in a paper that it uses videos for AI training.
Anthropic's new AI model Mythos: Too dangerous for the publicAnthropic's AI Mythos is said to be so effective at finding and exploiting security vulnerabilities that it should only be used to secure IT infrastructure.
"BlueHammer": Zero-Day vulnerability in Windows grants elevated privilegesWindows has a zero-day vulnerability that allows attackers to escalate their privileges. A patch is not yet available.
Toyota RAV4 in sixth generation now available to order as hybrid and PHEVThe Toyota RAV4, a pioneer of the SUV segment, enters its sixth generation, consistently relying on hybrid tech with an electrified rear axle.
Amazon: Older Kindles can no longer download e-booksThey were cut off from the store some time ago, and now they can no longer download e-books either: Amazon is rolling back support for older Kindles.
Chat control: Tech giants want to continue scanning despite expired EU rulesLegal basis for indiscriminate scanning of child abuse material expired. Google, Meta, Microsoft & Co. continue controversial practice.
Anthropic is removing OpenClaw from its Claude subscriptionsAnyone using a Claude subscription will no longer be able to use it for the much-hyped AI assistant OpenClaw – at least not without extra costs.
Bugfix Update: Apple releases iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1Apple released another iOS update overnight on Thursday. The manufacturer provides few details, but it likely concerns iCloud issues.
VeraCrypt and WireGuard: Driver Signing Troubles, Solution in SightMicrosoft accounts for VeraCrypt and WireGuard developers were suspended. This prevented updates – a solution is in sight.
Artemis-2: Outlook causes problems not just on EarthOn the way to the Moon, anything can happen: For example, that Outlook doesn't work.
Internet shutdown in Iran is now the longest in world historyAfter the national record was already broken, it now also applies at the global level. A different country previously held the record.
Škoda's Duobell bicycle bell outsmarts ANC headphonesANC headphones in road traffic are dangerous. Škoda has developed a mechanical bell that outsmarts the filter algorithms.
Muse Spark: Meta presents new AI modelAfter billions in investments in its Superintelligence Labs, Meta is trying to catch up with competitors with its new AI model.
Plane 1.3.0: Update of the free Jira alternativeWith version 1.3.0, Plane receives many important updates: Gitea login, improved interface, and new API endpoints are coming to the Jira alternative.
New in .NET 10.0 [18]: Web server as a file-based appIn a file-based app, you can start the Kestrel web server based on ASP.NET Core.
Storage market crisis self-inflicted: Penny-pinchers pay the priceFew large manufacturers from Asia are driving up storage prices and showing Europeans their powerlessness. A commentary.
KI-Einsatz: Wie die deutsche Fertigungsindustrie ihre Zukunft sichertFachkräftemangel und globaler Wettbewerb machen Fertigungsunternehmen zu schaffen. Mit einer KI-gestützten Automatisierung und intelligenter Robotik lassen sich diese Herausforderungen bewältigen.
High energy costs and regulations: OpenAI pauses Stargate UKOpenAI pauses its Stargate UK project due to framework conditions, but wants to continue negotiations with the London government.
AI Race: Meta and CoreWeave in a $21 Billion DealMeta acquires $21 billion in AI cloud capacity from CoreWeave over six years – one day after unveiling its new AI model Muse Spark.
HÄPPI: How GPs can care for more patients with delegation and digital toolsIn the GP-centered care model, the GP is already the first point of contact for millions of patients. Dr. Susanne Bublitz explains the model.
Amazon's satellite internet service Leo to be released mid-yearWith its satellite internet service Leo, Amazon aims to compete with Starlink. The launch has been delayed. It is expected to take place in a few months.
Race for Supercomputers: Germany Launches Quantum Computing CompetitionWith a multi-million euro funding program, the Research Ministry aims to realize two error-corrected quantum computers at European top level by 2030.
Light pollution: Earth not uniformly brighter, Europe getting darkerDue to increasing urbanization, the night side of Earth is getting brighter every year. However, this is happening much more unevenly than previously assumed.
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Happy Horse: Alibaba's secret AI video model storms the benchmarksThe AI model Happy Horse causes a stir: it generates videos with synchronized audio and outperforms the competition. Alibaba is likely behind it.
Projects in Gemini: Google integrates "Notebook" featureGoogle integrates "notebooks" known from NotebookLM into Gemini. These are intended to make it easier to organize chats and sources in one place.
Astronomy: By far the most pristine star discovered in the Milky WayThe earlier a star formed in the universe, the fewer elements other than hydrogen and helium it contains. Now the most pristine found so far has been discovered.
Patreon: Podcasters earned $629 million last yearFor the second consecutive year, podcasting is the highest-grossing category on Patreon, showing significant growth compared to the previous year.
Xeno Arena: "No Man's Sky" gets "Pokémon" battlesCollect creatures and then duel with them: "No Man's Sky" gets a new game mechanic.
AI agents: Where trust matters more than speedAI agents are set to revolutionize the software market. But in regulated industries like finance and law, human trust remains paramount.
Avalanche Energy is developing a radioisotope battery for the US militaryAvalanche Energy is actually involved in nuclear fusion. For Darpa, the company is to develop a battery that works with radioactive decay.
Update for APT: Install, Rollback, Redo Debian PackagesAPT 3.2 makes package operations undoable in Debian for the first time and resolves dependencies more stably. What the new history commands can do.
Digital Sovereignty: Further Management Changes at ZenDiSManagement change at the Center for Digital Sovereignty (ZenDiS): Managing Director Alexander Pockrandt is leaving the company's dual leadership.
Anthropic vs. Pentagon: Partial victory for US government in appeals courtThe dispute over Anthropic's classification as a "supply chain risk" is now being fought out in courts. The AI company has now suffered a defeat.
Electric car Xpeng P7+ in first driving test: China's quiet surpriseThe touring sedan Xpeng P7+ offers calm design, high charging power, and comfort. But even habit doesn't help against some weaknesses in operation.
GoPro under pressure: Manufacturer cuts around a quarter of jobsDeclining revenues and rising operating costs are affecting GoPro. Around a quarter of jobs are to be cut as part of a restructuring.
Eclipse hawkBit 1.0: Backend for IoT updates reaches production readinessEclipse hawkBit 1.0 is here and is considered a production-ready backend for OTA updates of IoT devices with stable APIs for operational use.
Digitale Souveränität oder Cloud-Abhängigkeit?Auch bei der Verwaltung von Endgeräten muss klar geregelt sein, wer auf Daten und Infrastrukturen zugreifen kann („souveräne Kontrolle“). Genau darum geht es in einem Webcast.
Chrome: Vertical tabs and improved reading modeGoogle Chrome is gradually introducing vertical tabs and a revamped reading mode. Firefox users have known both for a longer time.
Deutsche Telekom offers Starlink satellite internet for large customersDeutsche Telekom is cooperating with Starlink to offer large customers and authorities satellite-based broadband internet as a managed service.
Cloudflare aims for full quantum security by 2029Cloudflare is accelerating its post-quantum cryptography transition, planning full migration by 2029, including authentication.
React in the Terminal: Ink 7.0 fundamentally revises input handlingInk 7.0 revises input handling and brings new hooks for animation, paste, and responsive layouts. Node.js 22 and React 19.2 are now required.
1500 watts and 150 Nm: New DJI motor pushes e-bike limitsDJI introduces the second generation of the Avinox motor. It sets new standards in performance and will be featured not only in DJI bikes.
Anonymizing Linux Tails 7.6.1: Emergency update patches browser vulnerabilitiesThe Tails maintainers have released the emergency update to version 7.6.1. It primarily closes security vulnerabilities in the browser.
"007 First Light": James Bond Game Delayed on Switch 2"007 First Light" delayed on Switch 2: While PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Playstation 5 are served in May, the Switch 2 version will come later.
Google Chrome 147: Update closes 60 security vulnerabilities, two criticalThe update for Google Chrome to version 147, released Wednesday night, closes 60 security vulnerabilities.
Happy Birthday .eu: Europe celebrates 20 years of digital identityFrom gold rush to stable anchor: The European top-level domain celebrates its anniversary. It has to assert itself in the tough competition of internet giants.
US Americans lose almost 21 billion US dollars to cybercrime in 2025Reported cybercrime cases and damages reach new record highs in the USA. Crypto investors and US Americans over 60 years old suffer the greatest losses.