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Google Chrome to use on-device AI to detect tech support scams
2025-05-09 17:49

Google is implementing a new Chrome security feature that uses the built-in 'Gemini Nano' large-language model (LLM) to detect and block tech support scams while browsing the web. [...]

Wave of tech layoffs leads to more job scams
2025-05-08 05:00

The tech industry is experiencing significant layoffs, leaving thousands of IT and cybersecurity professionals in search of new employment opportunities. Unfortunately, as these individuals search...

Low-tech phishing attacks are gaining ground
2025-05-01 04:00

Cybercriminals are increasingly favoring low-tech, human-centric attacks to bypass email scanning technologies, according to VIPRE Security. The report is based on an analysis of global real-world...

Enterprise tech dominates zero-day exploits with no signs of slowdown
2025-04-29 17:02

As Big Tech gets used to the pain, smaller vendors urged to up their game

54% of tech hiring managers expect layoffs in 2025
2025-04-22 15:00

54% of tech hiring managers say their companies are likely to conduct layoffs within the next year, and 45% say employees whose roles can be replaced by AI are most likely to be let go, according...

Gartner’s 12 Emerging Tech Disruptors & Why ‘Technology Leaders Must Take Action Now’
2025-04-15 20:49

A Gartner distinguished VP analyst offers TechRepublic readers advice about which early-stage technologies that will define the future of business systems to prioritize.

Friday Squid Blogging: Squid and Efficient Solar Tech
2025-04-11 11:06

Researchers are trying to use squid color-changing biochemistry for solar tech. This appears to be new and related research to a 2019 squid post. As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk...

Asian tech players react to US tariffs with delays, doubts, deal-making
2025-04-07 02:59

PLUS: Qualcomm acquires Vietnamese AI outfit; China claims US hacked winter games; India's browser challenge winner disputed; and more Asia In Brief Asian nations and tech companies are trying to...

North Korea’s fake tech workers now targeting European employers
2025-04-02 05:58

With help from UK operatives, because it’s getting tougher to run the scam in the USA North Korea’s scamming, thieving, and AI-abusing fake IT workers are increasingly targeting European employers.…

Top Tech Conferences & Events to Add to Your Calendar in 2025
2025-03-31 14:00

A great way to stay current with the latest technology trends and innovations is by attending conferences. Read and bookmark our tech events guide.