Month: July 2023
Twitter’s rebrand to X is causing scam alerts on Microsoft Edge
‘Twitters swift rebrand to X is generating yet another issue. As reported by Bleeping Computer, the social media platform is causing Microsoft’s Edge browser to throw up a warning, indicating some sort of security problem.It seems to be related to how Edge and other Chromium-based web browsers deal with favicons (or ‘Progressive Web App Icon Change’, if you want to get super technical about it). With the Twitter rebrand being so sudden, Edge likely thinks X is a scam. The security alert prompts users to review the icon update and reads, “If this web app is trying to trick you into thinking it’s a different app, uninstall it.”But as Bleeping Computer points out, PWA is working as intended. It is supposed to alert you when a website suddenly changes its favicon as that could indicate a potential redirect to a scam website. Presumably, this is temporary and will be fixed quickly. We’ve reached out to Microsoft for comment and will update this story once we’ve heard back. Florian / XThis is similar to an incident earlier this week, where X was blocked in Indonesia as it has laws forbidding gambling or porn. The X.com domain’s previous owners broke the country’s content laws.Still, this is yet another indicator of how sudden the Twitter-to-X transition was. Other companies such as Meta and Microsoft already own trademarks on variations of X, which could land Musk’s company some lawsuits. X even ran into trouble when attempting to change its signage at its San Francisco headquarters, as it didn’t have the required permits. The company had to abandon its would-be facelift and leave the old bird logo and the letters “er” intact for a day or so.The sudden name change is part of a larger plan to turn Twitter into a “super app” that’s similar to China’s popular WeChat. The platform could theoretically be used for payments, messaging and calls in the future.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/twitters-rebrand-to-x-is-causing-scam-alerts-on-microsoft-edge-203531493.html?src=rss
‘Twitters swift rebrand to X is generating yet another issue. As reported by Bleeping Computer, the social media platform is causing Microsoft’s Edge browser to throw up a warning, indicating some sort of security problem.
It seems to be related to how Edge and other Chromium-based web browsers deal with favicons (or ‘Progressive Web App Icon Change’, if you want to get super technical about it). With the Twitter rebrand being so sudden, Edge likely thinks X is a scam. The security alert prompts users to review the icon update and reads, “If this web app is trying to trick you into thinking it’s a different app, uninstall it.”
But as Bleeping Computer points out, PWA is working as intended. It is supposed to alert you when a website suddenly changes its favicon as that could indicate a potential redirect to a scam website. Presumably, this is temporary and will be fixed quickly. We’ve reached out to Microsoft for comment and will update this story once we’ve heard back.
This is similar to an incident earlier this week, where X was blocked in Indonesia as it has laws forbidding gambling or porn. The X.com domain’s previous owners broke the country’s content laws.
Still, this is yet another indicator of how sudden the Twitter-to-X transition was. Other companies such as Meta and Microsoft already own trademarks on variations of X, which could land Musk’s company some lawsuits. X even ran into trouble when attempting to change its signage at its San Francisco headquarters, as it didn’t have the required permits. The company had to abandon its would-be facelift and leave the old bird logo and the letters “er” intact for a day or so.
The sudden name change is part of a larger plan to turn Twitter into a “super app” that’s similar to China’s popular WeChat. The platform could theoretically be used for payments, messaging and calls in the future.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/twitters-rebrand-to-x-is-causing-scam-alerts-on-microsoft-edge-203531493.html?src=rss
Android malware steals user credentials using optical character recognition
OCR isn’t the only advanced technique used by “CherryBlos” apps.
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Security researchers have unearthed a rare malware find: malicious Android apps that use optical character recognition to steal credentials displayed on phone screens.
The malware, dubbed CherryBlos by researchers from security firm Trend Micro, has been embedded into at least four Android apps available outside of Google Play, specifically on sites promoting money-making scams. One of the apps was available for close to a month on Google Play but didn’t contain the malicious CherryBlos payload. The researchers also discovered suspicious apps on Google Play that were created by the same developers, but they also didn’t contain the payload.
Advanced techniques
The apps took great care to conceal their malicious functionality. They used a paid version of commercial software known as Jiagubao to encrypt code and code strings to prevent analysis that can detect such functionality. They also featured techniques to ensure the app remained active on phones that had installed it. When users opened legitimate apps for Binance and other cryptocurrency services, CherryBlos overlaid windows that mimicked those of the legitimate apps. During withdrawals, CherryBlos replaced the wallet address the victim selected to receive the funds with an address controlled by the attacker.
Tiny surgical robot could travel deep into lungs to detect and treat cancer one day
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Sergey Brin’s return to Google could change the future of AI
Few names are as synonymous with innovation and success as Sergey Brin. As a co-founder of Google, Brin has played
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Few names are as synonymous with innovation and success as Sergey Brin. As a co-founder of Google, Brin has played a pivotal role in shaping the digital revolution that has transformed the way we live and interact with information. Now, he returns to the forefront once again, lending his expertise to craft Google’s cutting-edge Gemini AI system. In this article, we will delve into Brin’s journey and explore the fascinating world of Gemini AI.
Sergey Brin’s story begins in Moscow, Russia, where he was born on August 21, 1973. At the age of six, he moved to the United States with his family, seeking a better life and greater opportunities. It was during his time at Stanford University that Brin’s entrepreneurial spirit truly took flight. In 1996, he met Larry Page, and the duo embarked on a journey that would change the course of technology forever.
In 1998, Brin and Page founded Google, a search engine that would revolutionize the way we access and navigate the vast expanse of the internet. With its simple yet powerful algorithm, Google quickly rose to prominence, becoming the go-to search engine for millions around the world. Brin’s expertise in data mining and machine learning played a crucial role in refining and improving the search engine’s capabilities.
Fast forward to the present day, and Brin is once again at the forefront of technological advancement. His involvement in the development of Google’s Gemini AI system showcases his unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring the untapped potential of artificial intelligence. Gemini AI represents a leap forward in machine learning, enabling computers to understand and interact with human language in a more intuitive and nuanced manner.
Gemini AI harnesses the power of deep learning and neural networks to process vast amounts of data and extract meaningful insights. By analyzing patterns and understanding context, the system can accurately interpret and respond to natural language queries. This has tremendous implications for various industries, ranging from customer service and virtual assistants to healthcare and finance. The ability to communicate with machines in a more human-like manner opens up endless possibilities for efficiency and innovation.
As an expert in machine learning and data analysis, Sergey Brin’s contributions to the development of Gemini AI have been invaluable. His deep understanding of the intricacies of artificial intelligence has helped shape the system into a powerful tool that can revolutionize the way we interact with technology. Brin’s visionary leadership and commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible have been instrumental in bringing Gemini AI to life.
Google’s Gemini AI system is still in its early stages, but the potential it holds is immense. As the technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see it integrated into various Google products and services, transforming the way we engage with technology on a daily basis. From voice assistants and smart home devices to personalized search results, Gemini AI has the potential to enhance our digital experiences in ways we could only have dreamed of before.
As with any powerful technology, there are ethical considerations to be taken into account. Sergey Brin and the team at Google are acutely aware of the need to ensure that AI is developed and deployed responsibly. They are committed to addressing issues such as bias, privacy, and transparency to ensure that Gemini AI is a force for good in our rapidly advancing digital world. Transparency and accountability are key pillars of Google’s approach to AI development.
Sergey Brin’s remarkable journey from a young immigrant to one of the most influential figures in the tech industry is a testament to his unwavering passion for innovation. With his involvement in Google’s Gemini AI system, Brin continues to shape the future of technology, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As Gemini AI evolves and becomes an integral part of our digital lives, we can look forward to a future where human-machine interaction is more intuitive, efficient, and impactful than ever before.
So, let us embrace the advancements brought forth by Sergey Brin and Google’s Gemini AI system, and embark on a new era of intelligent technology that enhances our lives in ways we never thought possible.
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Not again! Bone grafts linked to another deadly, bizarre TB outbreak
In the last outbreak, at least 87 people had signs of tuberculosis after spinal surgery.
Scanning electron micrograph of Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which cause TB. (credit: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases)
For the second time, contaminated bone graft products from the medical company Aziyo Biologics Inc. are linked to a highly unusual and deadly outbreak of tuberculosis.
This week, three new tuberculosis cases were identified, bringing the outbreak total to five, according to Politico. One person has died. The contaminated material, used for surgical and dental procedures, was implanted in at least 36 other patients, who are now being treated as if they have tuberculosis.
Aziyo Biologics issued a recall of all of its bone matrix products earlier this month “out of an abundance of caution” after the first two cases were identified. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that all unused products from the affected lot have been sequestered so that they will not be used. The affected materials had been sent to health care facilities in California, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Virginia.
Masahiro Sakurai says he ‘can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me’
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Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of the Super Smash Bros. series, is famous for his extremely hands-on role in developing the games. But even though he’s said in the past that he’s done “too much of the work myself” on the series, in a new video, he said that he “can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me.”
Sakurai made the statement as part of a video on his YouTube channel about the development of Super Smash Bros. Brawl for the Nintendo Wii. That was the first Smash Bros. title where Sakurai as a freelance director instead of as a staffer for HAL Laboratory.
During the video, Sakurai pondered how Nintendo might structure a team for a potential next entry in the Smash Bros. series and his fears that there isn’t one person who can take over from him. I’m just going to transcribe exactly what he said about that:
The question now is, what happens next time? I mean whatever comes after Smash Bros. Ultimate. One option would be the separate the series itself from the original creator. But for now, at least, I can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me. You might think that’s a natural stance for someone in my role, but I say so speaking objectively.
I feel the same way President [Satoru] Iwata did when we formed the team for Smash Bros. Brawl. At present, we don’t have someone who can simply take the reins…
Smash Bros. is a massive, important title for Nintendo, so it’s fair to assume there will be another one at some point, but it’s going to take some work to figure out exactly how to make that happen. For my part, I’d like to keep working with Nintendo however I’m able.
To me, that sounds like Sakurai might still be open to working on the series in the future. Perhaps for the next title, he’ll train up some kind of series successor so he can cruise into retirement. Or maybe, like the legendary Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki, Sakurai will just keep on working.
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Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of the Super Smash Bros. series, is famous for his extremely hands-on role in developing the games. But even though he’s said in the past that he’s done “too much of the work myself” on the series, in a new video, he said that he “can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me.”
Sakurai made the statement as part of a video on his YouTube channel about the development of Super Smash Bros. Brawl for the Nintendo Wii. That was the first Smash Bros. title where Sakurai as a freelance director instead of as a staffer for HAL Laboratory.
During the video, Sakurai pondered how Nintendo might structure a team for a potential next entry in the Smash Bros. series and his fears that there isn’t one person who can take over from him. I’m just going to transcribe exactly what he said about that:
The question now is, what happens next time? I mean whatever comes after Smash Bros. Ultimate. One option would be the separate the series itself from the original creator. But for now, at least, I can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me. You might think that’s a natural stance for someone in my role, but I say so speaking objectively.
I feel the same way President [Satoru] Iwata did when we formed the team for Smash Bros. Brawl. At present, we don’t have someone who can simply take the reins…
Smash Bros. is a massive, important title for Nintendo, so it’s fair to assume there will be another one at some point, but it’s going to take some work to figure out exactly how to make that happen. For my part, I’d like to keep working with Nintendo however I’m able.
To me, that sounds like Sakurai might still be open to working on the series in the future. Perhaps for the next title, he’ll train up some kind of series successor so he can cruise into retirement. Or maybe, like the legendary Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki, Sakurai will just keep on working.