Consumers are increasingly using AI agents for shopping, with usage up 200% in six months. But fraudsters are exploiting the same technology, leading to nearly 10x more AI-driven fraud attempts. Retailers face tough decisions about whether to embrace or ban AI shopping tools.
Asahi Group Holdings has released its full investigation into a September ransomware attack that disrupted operations nationwide. The breach potentially exposed personal information of over 1.5 million individuals, forcing factories to revert to manual processes and causing drink shortages. The comp
Japanese chip startup Rapidus is reportedly planning to build a 1.4nm fabrication facility in Japan. The company, however, calls these reports “speculation” and says it won’t comment. Production could potentially begin as early as 2028 if the plans move forward.
The UK government has finalized a £1.7 billion investment in European Space Agency programs. This funding will support thousands of jobs and advance key missions like the Vigil space weather satellite and the Rosalind Franklin Mars rover.
Three London councils sharing IT infrastructure have been hit by a major cybersecurity incident believed to be ransomware. Core services including phone lines and reporting systems remain down as investigations continue with national crime and cybersecurity agencies.
Finance professionals are sounding alarms about collapsing consumer confidence. Multiple surveys show sentiment at near-record lows, with experts warning this could trigger a dangerous economic feedback loop.
Palmer Luckey’s defense tech company Anduril is experiencing significant technical failures across multiple autonomous weapons systems. The issues range from drone boats failing Navy exercises to combat drones underperforming in Ukraine. Despite a $30.5 billion valuation, the company’s battlefield r
Google has dramatically reduced usage limits for free Gemini 3 users just weeks after launch. The company cites overwhelming demand as it moves free users to unpredictable “Basic access” tiers. Paid subscribers maintain priority access with significantly higher limits.
Researchers at Chalmers University developed a microscopic coating with sharp metal nanotips that pierce bacterial membranes. This physical approach kills microbes without promoting antibiotic resistance. The technology could protect everything from medical implants to ship hulls.
Apple is poised to reclaim the global smartphone shipments crown from Samsung after 14 years. The iPhone 17 series is driving massive growth with 9% higher Q3 shipments and 18% stronger Chinese demand. This marks a significant power shift in the mobile industry.
