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Over 80,000 passwords compromised in a password-spraying attack; Office, Teams, Outlook and other Microsoft account details exposed

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Over 80,000 passwords compromised in a password-spraying attack; Office, Teams, Outlook and other Microsoft account details exposed

A massive password-spraying attack has compromised over 80,000 Microsoft accounts, affecting Outlook, Teams, and Office. Security experts advise MFA, strong password policies, and vigilance to stay protected.

Gmail Unsubscribe scam alert: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

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Gmail Unsubscribe scam alert: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

The Gmail unsubscribe scam uses fake unsubscribe buttons in malicious emails to trick users into visiting phishing sites or downloading malware. Protect yourself by using your email provider's unsubscribe option and marking suspicious emails as spam.

This engineer made ChatGPT play chess against a 1977 video game console and the results were embarrassing

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This engineer made ChatGPT play chess against a 1977 video game console and the results were embarrassing

In fact, Caruso says the chatbot repeatedly asked to restart the match, clearly flustered by its poor performance.

Flagship smartphones launching in 2025: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra, Nothing Phone 3 and more

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Flagship smartphones launching in 2025: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra, Nothing Phone 3 and more

2025 brings a busy flagship phone lineup, from iPhone 17 Pro and Z Fold 7 Ultra to Nothing Phone 3, Pixel 10, Vivo X200 FE, and Poco F7.

Apple AirTag helps London couple track down stolen car after police delay: Here’s how

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Apple AirTag helps London couple track down stolen car after police delay: Here’s how

The couple located the vehicle parked on a residential street. After some issues with the car’s remote security, they successfully unlocked it and brought it home.

Free Aadhaar update deadline extended to June 2026: Check date, list of details you can change and steps to update them

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Free Aadhaar update deadline extended to June 2026: Check date, list of details you can change and steps to update them

UIDAI extends free Aadhaar update deadline to 14 June 2026. Update proof of identity and address online for free through myAadhaar.

No Apple Intelligence for these iPhones, iPads and Macs even with iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS 26: Check if your devices are on the list

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No Apple Intelligence for these iPhones, iPads and Macs even with iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS 26: Check if your devices are on the list

Here’s a complete list of Apple devices that do not support Apple Intelligence, even after updating to iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26:

Google Gemini AI brings summaries to PDFs, makes filling Forms easier

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Google Gemini AI brings summaries to PDFs, makes filling Forms easier

The tool, available in over 20 languages, presents these actions in the Drive side panel for quick follow-ups.

Instagram introduces Trial Reels, Quiet Posting, and more to help users take creative risks

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Instagram introduces Trial Reels, Quiet Posting, and more to help users take creative risks

Instagram is rolling out new tools and programs designed to lower the pressure of posting and encourage experimentation.

“Don’t do it in the dark room…” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang hits back at Anthropic’s Dario Amodei over AI job loss warnings

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“Don’t do it in the dark room…” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang hits back at Anthropic’s Dario Amodei over AI job loss warnings

Amodei, who leads AI safety-focused startup Anthropic, has repeatedly raised alarms about AI taking over jobs and becoming a potential existential threat.

This once-popular iPhone is now considered a ‘vintage’ product by Apple

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This once-popular iPhone is now considered a ‘vintage’ product by Apple

Meet Alexandr Wang, the Young CEO Meta is betting billions on to power its AI dreams

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Meet Alexandr Wang, the Young CEO Meta is betting billions on to power its AI dreams

With CEO Mark Zuckerberg pushing AI across all products, from smart glasses to Instagram and WhatsApp, Meta wants to lead the charge toward artificial superintelligence (ASI)

How to link your Aadhaar with IRCTC account and add aadhaar-verified passenger to book Tatkal tickets as per new rule

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How to link your Aadhaar with IRCTC account and add aadhaar-verified passenger to book Tatkal tickets as per new rule

Tatkal booking has always been a tough competition due to high demand and limited seats. To streamline this process and make sure it reaches the people who need it the most, IRCTC has made Aadhaar authentication a prerequisite for booking Tatkal seats.

Apple announces free repair program for this Mac in India: Check eligibility and other details

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Apple announces free repair program for this Mac in India: Check eligibility and other details

This is a global repair program, though Apple notes that service may be restricted to the original country or region of purchase. That’s something international buyers or users who have moved countries may want to keep in mind.

Scam alert: ICICI Bank issues important warning for this scam: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

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Scam alert: ICICI Bank issues important warning for this scam: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

ICICI Bank warns against lottery scam messages from unknown numbers, urging people not to share banking details and stay vigilant against fraud.

Tefal expands its kitchen range in India with PureGrind mixer, BlendUp blender, Air Fryer and more

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Tefal expands its kitchen range in India with PureGrind mixer, BlendUp blender, Air Fryer and more

Tefal expands its kitchen range in India with PureGrind mixer, BlendUp blender, Air Fryer, Revive cookware and more.

Microsoft announces Copilot Vision, its 'Google Gemini Live-rival' for Windows users: What is it, availability and all other details

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Microsoft announces Copilot Vision, its 'Google Gemini Live-rival' for Windows users: What is it, availability and all other details

Microsoft launches Copilot Vision on Windows, a Gemini Live-rival that lets you collaborate with your PC in real time, offering help, highlights, and deep search — now available in U.S.

iQoo Z10 Lite 5G battery and camera details revealed ahead of official launch: All the details

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iQoo Z10 Lite 5G battery and camera details revealed ahead of official launch: All the details

iQoo Z10 Lite 5G will launch on June 18 with a 50MP camera, 6,000mAh battery, 120Hz LCD, and Dimensity 6300 processor. Here’s all you need to know.

Lava launches Storm Play and Storm Lite smartphones, price starts at Rs 7,999

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Lava launches Storm Play and Storm Lite smartphones, price starts at Rs 7,999

Instagram now lets you share Spotify songs in Notes: Here’s how it works

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Instagram now lets you share Spotify songs in Notes: Here’s how it works

This new integration is all about making music sharing feel more natural and in the moment. So, whether you're obsessed with a new album or want to share a throwback hit, you can now do it right from your Notes.

AI Overviews falsely links Airbus and not Boeing to Air India crash, here’s what Google has to say

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AI Overviews falsely links Airbus and not Boeing to Air India crash, here’s what Google has to say

AI Overviews incorrectly identified Air India’s Boeing 787 as an “Airbus A330”—confusing details in search results. Google removed the answer and stated it’s improving its systems to avoid future inaccuracies.

Meet Dia: A new AI-powered browser that is all set to take on Google Chrome

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Meet Dia: A new AI-powered browser that is all set to take on Google Chrome

Dia has AI built right into the address bar. That means you can ask it questions, get summaries of web pages, or even draft emails

Apple fixes this iMessage security flaw with latest update, check if iPhone has it installed or not

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Apple fixes this iMessage security flaw with latest update, check if iPhone has it installed or not

Apple actually fixed the bug back in February with the iOS 18.3.1 update — but they didn’t mention this part of the fix until now. Why the delay? That’s still unclear.

Amazon quietly doubles ads on Prime Video: Here’s what that means for you

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Amazon quietly doubles ads on Prime Video: Here’s what that means for you

Amazon has quietly increased the number of ads it shows from around 2 to 3.5 minutes per hour earlier this year, to now 4 to 6 minutes per hour

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