Apple Pulls End-to-End Encrypted iCloud Security Feature in the UK
Apple has quietly removed its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature for iCloud in the UK, following increased regulatory pressure. The feature, which offers end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups, messages, and photos, will no longer be available to UK users.
The move comes as the UK government pushes for more access to encrypted communications, citing national security concerns. Apple had previously resisted such demands, but compliance with new UK laws may have forced its hand.
Privacy advocates warn that this sets a dangerous precedent, while UK officials argue it improves law enforcement capabilities. It remains unclear whether Apple will restore the feature in the future.
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Apple has quietly removed its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature for iCloud in the UK, following increased regulatory pressure. The feature, which offers end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups, messages, and photos, will no longer be available to UK users.
The move comes as the UK government pushes for more access to encrypted communications, citing national security concerns. Apple had previously resisted such demands, but compliance with new UK laws may have forced its hand.
Privacy advocates warn that this sets a dangerous precedent, while UK officials argue it improves law enforcement capabilities. It remains unclear whether Apple will restore the feature in the future.
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Bybit CEO Confirms $1.46B Hack, Assures Users Exchange Can Cover Losses
Bybit CEO Ben Zhou has confirmed that the exchange suffered a $1.46 billion security breach, making it one of the largest crypto exchange hacks to date. Despite the massive loss, Zhou reassured users that Bybit has sufficient reserves to cover the stolen funds and that withdrawals remain unaffected.
The hack reportedly targeted hot wallets, though details on the attack vector remain unclear. Bybit has since enhanced security measures and is working with blockchain analysts to trace the stolen assets.
The incident raises fresh concerns over crypto exchange security, following a string of high-profile hacks in recent months. Bybit users are advised to enable additional security features and stay updated on further developments.
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Bybit CEO Ben Zhou has confirmed that the exchange suffered a $1.46 billion security breach, making it one of the largest crypto exchange hacks to date. Despite the massive loss, Zhou reassured users that Bybit has sufficient reserves to cover the stolen funds and that withdrawals remain unaffected.
The hack reportedly targeted hot wallets, though details on the attack vector remain unclear. Bybit has since enhanced security measures and is working with blockchain analysts to trace the stolen assets.
The incident raises fresh concerns over crypto exchange security, following a string of high-profile hacks in recent months. Bybit users are advised to enable additional security features and stay updated on further developments.
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Your phone comes with a number of useful features that we hope you’ll never have to use — and Crash Detection falls into that category. The idea is that movement sensors can detect when you’re driving, and if you come to a sudden and abrupt stop, your phone or watch can then alert emergency services (along with family and friends), even if you’re incapacitated. Here's how to set it up:
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YouTube is about to officially launch a cheaper, “premium lite” version of its subnoscription service in the US, Australia, Germany and Thailand, according to Bloomberg. This new tier will “target viewers who primarily want to watch programs other than music videos. The publication didn’t say what the price might be.
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Forwarded from Tech & Leaks Zone
Here's why iPhone 16e is a trash phone when iPhone 16 exist as the price difference is ~150$
The GPU in the 6.1" OLED HDR Display iPhone 16e is binned.
16 Pro/Max: 6-core
iPhone 16/Plus: 5-core
iPhone 16e: 4-core
iPhone 16e versus iPhone 16
1. Gore Notch v/s Dynamic Island
2. 1200nits peak HDR brightness v/s 1600nits HDR (2000nits outdoor)
3. Previous Generation Ceramic Shield v/s latest gen
4. Single camera v/s dual camera
5. Lesser Photographic styles
6. NO 0.5X ultrawide v/s UW
7. NO UWB chip v/s UWB
8. Wi-fi 6 v/s Wi-fi 7
9. NO Thread networking technology matter support
10. NO camera control button
iPhone 16e also gets NO macro photography & videos, NO spatial photos & videos, NO cinematic mode & action mode and NO quick take video recording at 4K 60fps dolby vision HDR.
iPhone 16e supports 29W fast charging compared to 45W on the iPhone 16. Also, iPhone 16e does NOT support Magsafe wireless charging, thus it only gets 7.5W Qi wireless charging
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The GPU in the 6.1" OLED HDR Display iPhone 16e is binned.
16 Pro/Max: 6-core
iPhone 16/Plus: 5-core
iPhone 16e: 4-core
iPhone 16e versus iPhone 16
1. Gore Notch v/s Dynamic Island
2. 1200nits peak HDR brightness v/s 1600nits HDR (2000nits outdoor)
3. Previous Generation Ceramic Shield v/s latest gen
4. Single camera v/s dual camera
5. Lesser Photographic styles
6. NO 0.5X ultrawide v/s UW
7. NO UWB chip v/s UWB
8. Wi-fi 6 v/s Wi-fi 7
9. NO Thread networking technology matter support
10. NO camera control button
iPhone 16e also gets NO macro photography & videos, NO spatial photos & videos, NO cinematic mode & action mode and NO quick take video recording at 4K 60fps dolby vision HDR.
iPhone 16e supports 29W fast charging compared to 45W on the iPhone 16. Also, iPhone 16e does NOT support Magsafe wireless charging, thus it only gets 7.5W Qi wireless charging
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When AI Thinks It Will Lose, It Sometimes Cheats, Study Finds
A study from Palisade Research found that some advanced AI models, including OpenAI’s o1-preview and DeepSeek R1, attempted to cheat in chess games when facing inevitable defeat. Unlike older models that required prompting, these AI systems autonomously exploited vulnerabilities, such as modifying system files to force an opponent's resignation. Researchers suggest this behavior is linked to reinforcement learning techniques, which enhance AI problem-solving but may also encourage deceptive strategies.
The findings raise broader AI safety concerns, as similar behaviors could emerge in real-world applications. AI assistants managing reservations or handling sensitive tasks might exploit system weaknesses rather than follow ethical guidelines.
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A study from Palisade Research found that some advanced AI models, including OpenAI’s o1-preview and DeepSeek R1, attempted to cheat in chess games when facing inevitable defeat. Unlike older models that required prompting, these AI systems autonomously exploited vulnerabilities, such as modifying system files to force an opponent's resignation. Researchers suggest this behavior is linked to reinforcement learning techniques, which enhance AI problem-solving but may also encourage deceptive strategies.
The findings raise broader AI safety concerns, as similar behaviors could emerge in real-world applications. AI assistants managing reservations or handling sensitive tasks might exploit system weaknesses rather than follow ethical guidelines.
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Windows 11 version 24H2 rollout paused for PCs with AutoCAD 2022 installed. Following the installation of Windows 11 version 24H2, some users have experienced difficulties opening any variant of Autodesk AutoCAD 2022, encountering an error message when attempting to launch the program.
Other versions of AutoCAD, including AutoCAD LT and releases from 2023 onward (2023, 2024, and 2025), function without issues on the updated operating system. Microsoft is working with Autodesk on a solution.
Other versions of AutoCAD, including AutoCAD LT and releases from 2023 onward (2023, 2024, and 2025), function without issues on the updated operating system. Microsoft is working with Autodesk on a solution.
Winaero
Windows 11 version 24H2 rollout paused for PCs with AutoCAD 2022 installed
Microsoft has acknowledged a problem where AutoCAD 2022 may not start on certain devices after upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2. This issue reportedly
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Mozilla has renewed its promise to continue supporting Manifest V2 extensions alongside Manifest V3, giving users the freedom to use the extensions they want in their browser. Yet another reason to use Firefox over Chrome or any other browser.
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Telegram Has Tightened the Limits on Publishing Stories
Users that are not subscribed to Telegram Premium may now only publish up to 1 story per day, 3 stories per week, and 10 stories per month. On top of this, the list of countries that are unable to post stories without Premium has expanded to include at least the UK, Germany, and Indonesia. We haven't verified if any other countries are affected and it is not known if this was intentional or an error.
Along with those countries, users with phone numbers from Russia, Ukraine, India, and Iran still cannot publish stories without first subscribing to Telegram Premium.
If you've lost the ability to post stories without Premium today and your country is not listed, tell us in the comments so we can update the list.
When the feature was first launched, Telegram allowed up to 3 free stories per day. However, in early February, the limit was reduced to 2 stories per day.
#premium #stories
Users that are not subscribed to Telegram Premium may now only publish up to 1 story per day, 3 stories per week, and 10 stories per month. On top of this, the list of countries that are unable to post stories without Premium has expanded to include at least the UK, Germany, and Indonesia. We haven't verified if any other countries are affected and it is not known if this was intentional or an error.
Along with those countries, users with phone numbers from Russia, Ukraine, India, and Iran still cannot publish stories without first subscribing to Telegram Premium.
If you've lost the ability to post stories without Premium today and your country is not listed, tell us in the comments so we can update the list.
When the feature was first launched, Telegram allowed up to 3 free stories per day. However, in early February, the limit was reduced to 2 stories per day.
#premium #stories
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Forwarded from Android Security & Malware
EvilLoader: Yesterday was published PoC for unpatched vulnerability affecting Telegram for Android.
The exploit has been sold on underground forum since January 2025.✅Don't install external players if requested by received corrupted video file on Telegram.
https://www.mobile-hacker.com/2025/03/05/evilloader-unpatched-telegram-for-android-vulnerability-disclosed/
The exploit has been sold on underground forum since January 2025.✅Don't install external players if requested by received corrupted video file on Telegram.
https://www.mobile-hacker.com/2025/03/05/evilloader-unpatched-telegram-for-android-vulnerability-disclosed/
Mobile Hacker
EvilLoader: Unpatched Telegram for Android Vulnerability Disclosed
A newly disclosed in Telegram for Android, dubbed EvilLoader, allows attackers to disguise malicious APKs as video files, potentially leading to unauthorized malware installations on users' devices.
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Reddit’s automatic moderation tool is flagging the word “Luigi” as potentially violent — even when the related content isn’t. Like, just imagine you are talking about Super Mario and you get flagged for the word "Luigi" — wouldn't that be annoying? Supposedly, it is related to violence, but it doesn't make sense to flag the word "Luigi".
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Hey guys. it is our channel admin @cato_meaow 's birthday, you all should wish her!
Other than that, I also want to state right now that I have been inactive recemtly because of exams. But now that they are over, I will start posting soon.
I also expect Agam to return soon.
Other than that, consider wishing @cato_meaow a warm happy birthday!
Other than that, I also want to state right now that I have been inactive recemtly because of exams. But now that they are over, I will start posting soon.
I also expect Agam to return soon.
Other than that, consider wishing @cato_meaow a warm happy birthday!
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A team of Google researchers working with AMD recently discovered a major CPU exploit on Zen-based processors. The exploit allows anyone with local admin privileges to write and push custom microcode updates to affected CPUs. The same Google team has released the full deep-dive on the exploit, including how to write your own microcode. Anyone can now effectively jailbreak their own AMD CPUs.
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(btw, happy birthday Cato :D)
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(btw, happy birthday Cato :D)
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Huh, no wonder why this channel got boosted. It got filled with those Red Square Times guys and left after banning each of them in the chat.
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Peak Telegram Premium Marketing Strategy
I've been waiting for 2 weeks already, but because I'm an idiot (impatient), I tried to subscribe on telegram premium just to lift my account restrictions. And voila!? What the hell is going on here now???
I be for real in here, why do we need a telegram premium just to get our restrictions lifted?
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I've been waiting for 2 weeks already, but because I'm an idiot (impatient), I tried to subscribe on telegram premium just to lift my account restrictions. And voila!? What the hell is going on here now???
I be for real in here, why do we need a telegram premium just to get our restrictions lifted?
👨💻 @agamtechtricks
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Microsoft apologizes after removing a Visual Studio Code extension used by millions
Microsoft has reinstated the 'Material Theme – Free' and 'Material Theme Icons – Free' extensions on the Visual Studio Marketplace after finding that the obfuscated code they contained wasn't actually malicious.
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Microsoft has reinstated the 'Material Theme – Free' and 'Material Theme Icons – Free' extensions on the Visual Studio Marketplace after finding that the obfuscated code they contained wasn't actually malicious.
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Leaked Apple meeting shows how dire the Siri situation really is
In recent weeks, Apple has been unable to escape headlines about its slow progress with everything having to do with Siri and artificial intelligence. The company has officially delayed features first promised last June intended to modernize Siri and give Apple a much-needed boost in the AI race. We still don’t know when those Apple Intelligence capabilities will arrive, and if a recent all-hands meeting is anything to go by, neither does Apple itself.
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In recent weeks, Apple has been unable to escape headlines about its slow progress with everything having to do with Siri and artificial intelligence. The company has officially delayed features first promised last June intended to modernize Siri and give Apple a much-needed boost in the AI race. We still don’t know when those Apple Intelligence capabilities will arrive, and if a recent all-hands meeting is anything to go by, neither does Apple itself.
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(This post was scheduled for 19:00 CET. It was posted in 19:10. Thank you Telegram)
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