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Mozilla Adds One-Click Option to Disable Generative AI Features in Firefox
/in General NewsMozilla on Monday announced a new controls section in its Firefox desktop browser settings that allows users to completely turn off generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) features.
“It provides a single place to block current and future generative AI features in Firefox,” Ajit Varma, head of Firefox, said. “You can also review and manage individual AI features if you choose to use them. This
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Notepad++ Hosting Breach Attributed to China-Linked Lotus Blossom Hacking Group
/in General NewsA China-linked threat actor known as Lotus Blossom has been attributed with medium confidence to the recently discovered compromise of the infrastructure hosting Notepad++.
The attack enabled the state-sponsored hacking group to deliver a previously undocumented backdoor codenamed Chrysalis to users of the open-source editor, according to new findings from Rapid7.
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I didn’t trust the ‘dog-proof’ USB-C cable claim, so I tried something sharper instead
/in General NewsThese Galvanox USB-C to USB-C cables are reinforced with stainless steel. Here’s how they handled my stress tests.
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Why more consumers prefer AI-enhanced shopping – and still expect the human touch
/in General NewsConsumers are favoring brands that leverage AI agents to deliver transparency, confidence, and highly personalized assistance.
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I used this $60 jump starter in a real emergency, and it brought my car back to life
/in General NewsThis Hulkman Alpha went above and beyond, jumpstarting a car with a dead battery multiple times on a 500-mile journey.
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This game-changing tool gives you another pair of hands – here’s how I use it
/in General NewsEven after using the Stanley Maxsteel vice for so long, I’m still finding new ways to leverage its capabilities in my DIY workshop.
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County Pays $600K to Wrongfully Jailed Pen Testers
/in General NewsIowa police arrested two penetration testers in 2019 for doing their jobs, highlighting the risk to security professionals in red teaming exercises.
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Attackers Harvest Dropbox Logins Via Fake PDF Lures
/in General NewsA malware-free phishing campaign targets corporate inboxes and asks employees to view “request orders,” ultimately leading to Dropbox credential theft.
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8K is down to one manufacturer after LG’s exit – so where does TV tech go next?
/in General NewsIf more resolution isn’t the answer, what advances can TV buyers expect? Here’s our take.
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How I’m using this $20 smart remote by Amazon to automate my home
/in General NewsThe Amazon Basics Smart Remote lets you control and map your Alexa-compatible devices with a single press. Here’s I use mine.
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