New browser syncjacking cyberattack lets hackers take over your computer via Chrome
Hackers have discovered a new way to remotely take control of your computer — all through the Google Chrome web browser. A report from cybersecurity company SquareX lays out the new multifaceted cyberattack, which the firm has dubbed “browser syncjacking.” Chrome profile takeover At the core of the attack is a social engineering element, as […]
ChatGPT search is now available to all users, even those without an account
OpenAI‘s ChatGPT web search feature is now available for everyone, even those without an account. On Wednesday, OpenAI posted on social media platform X to announce that the ChatGPT search feature had officially been rolled out to all users without the need to sign up or log in. Tweet may have been deleted The ChatGPT web search […]
Google makes Gemini thinking model available on the app and launches Gemini 2.0 Pro
The Google Gemini app now includes a reasoning model that shows its “thought process.” On Wednesday, the tech giant announced the availability of Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental on Gemini’s desktop and mobile versions. In addition to making its reasoning model, 2.0 Flash Thinking, more accessible to users, Google shared other announcements related to the […]
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Google Earths updated satellite images of Gaza show a fractured reality
Visible on both Google Earth and Google Maps, the updated satellite images of Gaza show destruction mostly in the area around the Beit Hanoun neighborhood in northern Gaza. Though recently added, the images date back to October and November 2023, meaning Google still doesn’t have current satellite mapping of Gaza. The lack of up-to-date visuals […]
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Uber and Waymo start the countdown for Austin launch next month
With the Uber and Waymo robotaxi launch next month, users in Austin can sign up now for priority access to the new AVs. On Wednesday, Uber announced the addition of an Interest List on the app. This feature lets users indicate whether they’d like to receive updates from Uber and “increase their chances of being matched with […]
Google Maps update will let some users customize their cars virtual icon
Some Google Maps users can now access more ways to customize their car’s icon while using the app. As it stands, Google Maps only lets you choose one of four icons: an arrow, a red car, a yellow SUV, or a green truck. But, as 9to5Google spotted, some Android users are now prompted about “early access […]
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