Crime
Europol smashes dark web drug networks, arrests 270 vendors and buyers
Cops swoop on suspects in 10 countries using intelligence gleaned from the takedown of dark web hidden marketplaces.
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Security
Fake Kling AI ads are stealing Facebook users' personal data
"From deepfake scams to impersonation attacks, the rising trust in AI-powered platforms has created new openings for cyber criminals."
Hidden threats: Shedding light on dark web dangers
"This growing threat highlights the critical need for SMBs to prioritise security to protect sensitive data and ensure business continuity."
Quantum
"World's most powerful" quantum AI drug discovery model unveiled
System generates simulated novel molecules "in silico" so that lab researchers can test them in the real world.
Peter Green Chilled "becomes latest victim of High Street cyber-blitz"
Major supermarket supplier has reportedly suffered a ransomware attack following incidents involving M&S, Harrods and the Co-op.
AI
OpenAI reveals how it stops Codex hacking, slacking off and selling drugs
The new coding agent could be used to do some very bad things, so has been locked down and sandboxed to prevent it from going rogue.
Security
Scattered Spider breaks America: High Street hackers sink fangs into US retailers
Group linked to the blockbuster M&S cyberattack is now believed to be targeting retailers on the other side of the Atlantic.
AI
Rise of the AI consumer: How can businesses sell to non-humans?
Big brands will soon have to focus on raising brand awareness among AI agents as well as traditional organic customers.
Security
Coinbase cyberheist led by "rogue support agents" could cost $400 million
Cyber criminals recruited insiders to steal Coinbase customer data and demanded a $20 million ransom.
AI
The UK is facing "two terrible tragedies" in the AI age, Baroness warns
"The government may be on a path to squandering Britain's opportunity to be a global leader."
Security
European Vulnerability Database steps into the breach amid fears for future of Mitre's CVE program
EU bug database does a similar job to its famous American cousin, which was saved from closure after a last-minute intervention from CISA.
Security
M&S cyberattack: Customers warned of post-incident scam risk
Iconic British shop chain admits personal data has been stolen, sparking fears of an imminent wave of fraud.