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AI chatbots can be persuaded to break rules using basic psych tricks
Some effective techniques include flattery, peer pressure, and commitment.
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Google denies that it issued major security warning to Gmail users
The company emphasizes that security and clear communication are top priorities for the Gmail team.
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I'm a tech expert, but I still commit these 8 Windows PC mistakes
Despite all the well-known tips, tricks, and best practices, I don't always do things the "right" way. It's confession time.
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10 indispensable Gmail 'extra' features I can't live without
Are you using Gmail to its full potential? These useful Gmail features will boost your productivity and make your emails as good as they can be.
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Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on VPNs available this September. Currently on discount: NordVPN, Surfshark, and NymVPN.
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Proton users can now add 'emergency' contacts for backup access
You can designate up to 5 other Proton accounts who can access your account when you're unavailable.
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Microsoft Teams added lots of awesome new features this month
Improvements include better file search, multiple emoji reactions, saved messages, and more.
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20 free 'hidden gem' apps I install ASAP on my Windows PCs
So many great apps eventually cost money. These fantastic apps cost nothing. Don't overlook them because they're really useful!
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Vivaldi rejects AI browsing: 'Humans over hype'
Vivaldi's CEO says that the company will not integrate an AI chatbot or summarization engine into its browser until more rigorous ways to do that safely are available.
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A hacker used AI to create ransomware that evades antivirus detection
Security researchers have spotted ransomware that uses a local LLM to create variable output from prompts, making it harder to detect.
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Microsoft Word documents will soon auto-save to the cloud by default
The change affects Microsoft 365 users and will soon come to Excel and PowerPoint as well.
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Password managers vulnerable: 40 million users at risk of stolen data
Most password managers are secure, but one common vulnerability makes it possible for hackers to steal your data anyway.
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Anthropic launches Claude AI agent extension for Chrome
Claude for Chrome is an AI agent that performs actions on your behalf. It's currently in a limited pilot phase.
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9 mundane tasks ChatGPT handles in seconds, saving you hours
ChatGPT can do more than just answer questions. Here's how the AI can save you boatloads of time, too.
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Everyone should know which passwords suck. Do you?
People are bad at making up passwords. And unfortunately, computers are very good at guessing them.
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Keep using Office 2016/2019 for 3 years after end of support with this tool
It's called 0patch and it now provides continued security updates for Office 2016 and 2019 even after Microsoft ends support.
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Google's in-house AI agent discovers critical vulnerability in Chrome
In yet another Chrome security update, Google fixes a critical vulnerability that was found by an autonomous AI tool.
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2.5 billion Gmail users endangered after Google database hack
A hacker group gained access to Google databases and is now attempting to scam Gmail and Google Cloud users. Here's how to stay safe.
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4 ways hackers can break 2FA—and why you should still use it anyway
These clever attacks work because of human weakness.
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