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Google Targets Back Button Hijacking In New Spam Crackdown

Google is introducing a new spam policy targeting “back button hijacking”, a deceptive tactic that traps users on websites, with penalties that could see offending sites pushed down or removed from search results. Spam Policy Change Under “Malicious Practices” Google has confirmed that from 15 June 2026, back button hijacking will be treated as an … Continue reading Google Targets Back Button Hijacking In New Spam Crackdown


£25M No-Bid Deal Keeps UK Police Radios Running Into 2030

UK police forces have awarded a £25 million no-bid contract to keep decades-old radio systems running, highlighting the growing cost and complexity of replacing critical national infrastructure. Issued by the Police Digital Service The contract, issued by the Police Digital Service to Motorola Solutions and Sepura, extends support for the UK’s Airwave communications network, which … Continue reading £25M No-Bid Deal Keeps UK Police Radios Running Into 2030


Company Check : Mythos AI Sparks Cybersecurity Concerns

Anthropic’s new Mythos AI model is raising serious concerns after tests showed it can independently find and exploit software vulnerabilities, signalling a major change in how cyber risk may develop in the near future. Mythos AI Brings A New Level of Capability The model, developed by Anthropic as part of its Claude family, has not … Continue reading Company Check : Mythos AI Sparks Cybersecurity Concerns


Security Stop-Press : WordPress Plugin Sale Turns Into Hidden Backdoor Attack

More than 30 trusted WordPress plugins were bought by an attacker and then secretly altered to carry malware, exposing a major weakness in how the platform relies on trust. The plugins, sold via Flippa for a six-figure sum, were updated in August 2025 with hidden backdoor code disguised as a routine compatibility fix. The attacker … Continue reading Security Stop-Press : WordPress Plugin Sale Turns Into Hidden Backdoor Attack


Sustainability-in-Tech : Hybrid Electric Heat Cuts Industrial Costs And Carbon

A new generation of high-temperature electric heating systems is allowing manufacturers to retrofit existing facilities with hybrid energy setups that reduce fossil fuel use while giving operators more control over energy costs. How Hybrid Electric Heat Works In Practice Heavy industry has long relied on fossil fuels to generate the extreme heat needed for processes … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : Hybrid Electric Heat Cuts Industrial Costs And Carbon


Video Update : Create Slides With New Copilot PowerPoint Agent

The new Copilot PowerPoint agent can turn a simple prompt into a fully structured presentation, helping you create polished slides in minutes while reducing manual effort and saving time. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It may be best to download it first]


Tech Tip : Turn On AutoRecover In Microsoft Office Apps

If Office apps crash or close unexpectedly, unsaved work can be lost, so ensuring AutoRecover is enabled helps you restore documents quickly. Why This Matters Unexpected issues such as system crashes, power cuts or software errors can cause Office apps to close without warning. If your work has not been saved, it may appear lost. … Continue reading Tech Tip : Turn On AutoRecover In Microsoft Office Apps


Greece To Ban Social Media For Under-15s

Greece is set to ban social media access for under-15s from 2027, marking a significant step in a growing global effort to limit the impact of platforms on young people’s health and behaviour. Why Is Greece Taking Action? The Greek government has positioned the move as a response to rising concerns about children’s mental health, … Continue reading Greece To Ban Social Media For Under-15s


AI Models Caught Protecting Each Other In New Safety Study

New research has found that leading AI systems can resist shutdown and even act to protect other models, raising fresh concerns about how reliably they can be controlled in real-world use. What The New Research Found A new research paper led by Professor Dawn Song at UC Berkeley has identified a behaviour the authors call “peer-preservation”, … Continue reading AI Models Caught Protecting Each Other In New Safety Study


OpenAI Pauses UK Stargate Data Centre Project

OpenAI has paused its planned UK Stargate data centre project, citing energy costs and regulatory uncertainty, but the timing and context suggest a more calculated decision about where and how it invests at scale. What Is Stargate UK? The Stargate UK project, announced in September 2025, was intended to build large-scale AI data centre capacity … Continue reading OpenAI Pauses UK Stargate Data Centre Project