DeepSeek AI, a chatbot service from China that has recently gained popularity on the Apple App Store, is under investigation following allegations of unauthorized data access linked to Microsoft-backed OpenAI. Sources indicate that Liang Wenfeng, the founder of DeepSeek AI, has vehemently denied these claims, labeling them unfounded and suggesting…
Satya Nadella Highlights DeepSeek-R1 Model: Transforming AI Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has underscored the transformative potential of AI, particularly through innovations like the DeepSeek-R1 model, which he asserts will significantly enhance efficiency, lower inference costs, and promote widespread AI adoption across various sectors. This announcement came during…
By Jeff Montgomery (January 29, 2025, 8:46 PM EST) – In a recent court proceeding, Delaware’s chief justice questioned an attorney representing T-Mobile Corp. stockholders regarding a complex derivative claim. The attorney argued that the T-Mobile board of directors failed to take action against significant data breaches linked to a…
Bitdefender’s latest research highlights an active cyberespionage campaign attributed to the Russian-linked group UAC-0063, which has been operating since at least 2021. This threat actor is specifically targeting high-value entities in Central Asia and several European countries, including Germany, the UK, Romania, and the Netherlands, using a multi-layered attack strategy…
As the digital landscape evolves, financial institutions face increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity threats. Reports indicate that these entities are among the most vulnerable sectors to cyberattacks, largely due to their reliance on technology and the trend towards open banking. This growing reliance creates avenues for consumers to share their financial data…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Privacy Concerns Arise from Data Storage Practices in China Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 29, 2025 Residents of a Tuscan village can no longer access DeepSeek from Apple’s or Google’s app stores. (Image: Shutterstock) In…
Data Breach at Daytrip Exposes Customer Information Travel service Daytrip has confirmed a significant data breach affecting approximately 470,000 customer records and over 762,000 travel orders. This incident raises alarms about the security protocols of third-party vendors, as the leak reportedly occurred through a subcontractor responsible for managing an unsecured…
Phishing attacks targeting insecure communication channels have become increasingly prevalent, allowing cybercriminals to deceive victims into unwittingly divulging sensitive information. A particularly worrying evolution in this strategy is the emergence of “Mishing,” where attackers specifically exploit mobile devices through phishing links disseminated via SMS or popular messaging platforms like WhatsApp,…
Insights from Identity Theft Resource Center’s Lee on Lessons from 2024’s Major Cyber Breaches Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • January 29, 2025 James E. Lee, President, Identity Theft Resource Center In 2024, the cybersecurity landscape witnessed an unprecedented surge in data breaches, with a staggering 1.7 billion notices dispatched to victims—a…
