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Phishers Exploit Google Sites and DKIM Replay

Threat actors recently leveraged a less common approach to send bogus emails through Google's Email Infrastructure, that redirected recipients to malicious websites to harvest their credentials. Because these emails were sent from an official account, and passed the DKIM signature check, they were received as a legitimate message by many.

OpenAI Launches Flex Processing for Cheaper, Slower AI Tasks

OpenAI has launched Flex processing, a cost-saving API option that reduces AI model expenses by 50%, though it comes with slower response times and occasional unavailability. Currently in beta for the o3 and o4-mini models, it’s designed for lower-priority tasks like data enrichment. As AI pricing rises, OpenAI is also introducing an ID verification process for certain developers accessing its models.

The First Live Demo of Android XR on Google's Prototype Smart Glasses

Android XR is a platform for smart glasses and mixed reality headsets that was first shown last year. During the recent TED2025 conference, however, Google offered the first live demo of Android XR on a pair of its own prototype smart glasses. This innovation, while still in development, is paving the road for future smart glasses technology.

Google One AI Premium is Free for College Students Until Spring 2026

Starting today, U.S college students can sign up for Google One AI Premium plan for free, waiving the usual $20 monthly subscription fee until June 30th, 2026. This model includes 2TB of cloud storage as well as access to Gemini Deep Research.

Anthropic's Claude AI is Coming to Google Suite

Anthropic and Google are implementing Claude, Anthropic's family of advanced AI models, to Google Workspace for both personal and business accounts. If you are a Claude subscriber then you will be able to connect the AI capabilities in Google Calendar, Docs, and Gmail.
Now that Samsung Display has solved a major issue involving the screen's crease, its reported that the project will proceed with a target launch in the latter half of 2026. The foldable iPhone is speculated to have a 5.5" OLED cover display and a 7.8" main display; this would look similar to Samsung's Z Fold8.

Tiny Robot Crawls Through Your Body To Deliver Medicine

An international team led by Penn State has developed an incredible advancement in robotics by making a tiny, flexible robot that can navigate through the human body or disaster debris. This robot uses magnetically controlled movement and integrates flexible electronics to enhance its capabilities. Unlike traditional rigid robots, it mimics the motions of living organisms, allowing it to crawl, twist, and bend through confined spaces. This innovation could revolutionize targeted drug delivery and search-and-rescue operations.

Maker of the 'Flipper Zero' Unveils a New ADHD Productivity Tool

The Company behind the popular Flipper Zero has launched an open-source productivity tool to help reduce distractions for people with ADHD, called the Busy Bar. The device features an LED Screen, fidget buttons, and a Pomodoro timer, that when synced with a smart device automatically mutes notifications while adding input for Apple and Google Home and devices.

Cyber Scam Centers: A Growing Flashpoint in China-Myanmar Relations

Cyber scam centers across Southeast Asia and in Myanmar have become a concern for Chinese officials as these centers use human trafficking along the Thailand-Myanmar and China-Myanmar borders in order to secure forced labor. China has addressed this issue after growing proliferation of these scam centers and growing public concern over their impact.

Microsoft is Testing Copilot Vision Update that View Your Screen & Apps

Microsoft has started testing a new update to its Windows Copilot App that will allow screen sharing with the AI. Originally intended for Edge, it is being tested with Photoshop and many other apps.

Trump Administration Under Scrutiny as it Puts Major Round of CISA Cuts on the Table

The Trump administration is facing criticism over proposed cuts to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which could result in the loss of up to 1,300 jobs. Experts warn that these reductions could weaken U.S. cybersecurity at a time of increasing threats from nation-states like China and Russia. Critics argue that the cuts will hinder CISA's ability to protect federal networks and critical infrastructure, and raise concerns about the lack of coordination with private sector and local agencies.

IBM Releases a New Mainframe Built for the Age of AI

IBM has unveiled its latest mainframe, the z17, designed to integrate AI into traditional mainframe capabilities. Powered by the Telum II processor, the z17 can handle over 450 billion AI inference operations daily, offering a 50% performance boost over its predecessor. It supports generative AI workloads, features enhanced energy efficiency, and includes tools like IBM watsonx Code Assistant for Z to modernize legacy applications. The system is built to adapt to evolving AI models and is set to be generally available on June 8, 2025.

Gemini Live Has a New Screen Sharing Feature

Google's Gemini has a new feature, Geminin Live, that allows the AI to answer questions about what you are looking at in real-time by analyzing the output of your phone's camera. Currently, this update is rolling out to Gemini Advanced users on Samsung Galaxy S25 as well as Pixel 9 phones.

Microsoft’s Copilot Can Now Browse the Web and Perform Actions for You

Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary by showcasing advancements in its AI assistant, Copilot. The company introduced new features aimed at personalization, such as remembering user preferences and offering proactive support like birthday reminders and shopping recommendations. Copilot's integration into productivity tools and consumer applications reflects Microsoft's commitment to staying competitive in the AI space. CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the importance of rethinking software development to maintain innovation.

Cuts to CISA May Impact Election Security Infrastructure

Amid efforts to trim the size of the government's workface, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is facing a loss of as many as 1,300 employees. CISA is tasked with protecting the nation's cyber and physical infrastructure, as well as election security.