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Recent research has revealed a concerning wave of cyberattacks targeting Apple customers globally. The hacking tools employed in these campaigns, identified as Coruna and DarkSword, are being utilized by both government entities and cybercriminals to extract sensitive information from iPhones and iPads. Such widespread attacks aimed at iPhone and iPad users are uncommon. In the past decade, notable incidents were limited to attacks on Uyghur Muslims in China and certain individuals in Hong Kong. Currently, portions of these sophisticated hacking tools have surfaced online, which may jeopardize the security of hundreds of millions of iPhones and iPads running outdated software.…

Rimac’s Vision for Urban Electric Robotaxis Takes Shape Mate Rimac, the founder of the Croatian electric vehicle manufacturer Rimac Group, embarked on the journey to develop electric robotaxis seven years ago. His vision is now becoming a reality, thanks to a strategic partnership formed between Uber, the Chinese autonomous vehicle company Pony.ai, and Rimac’s own robotaxi startup, Verne. Launch Plans for Robotaxi Service in Europe On Thursday, the three firms unveiled their plans to introduce a commercial robotaxi service in Europe, beginning in Zagreb, Croatia. Pony.ai will provide its autonomous driving technology along with the Arcfox Alpha T5 robotaxi, which…

Severe Malware Discovered in Popular Open Source Project This week, a significant security breach in a widely-used open source project developed by Y Combinator graduate LiteLLM has come to light. The malware, characterized by its alarming capabilities, highlights vulnerabilities that could have repercussions for numerous developers utilizing the platform. LiteLLM’s Popularity and Reach LiteLLM has gained tremendous traction among developers, facilitating access to a plethora of AI models while offering features such as expense management. According to Snyk, a cybersecurity firm tracking this incident, the platform is downloaded approximately 3.4 million times daily. With over 40,000 stars on GitHub and…

U.S.-China AI Race Intensifies as Manus Shifts to Singapore The competition between the U.S. and China to dominate the artificial intelligence landscape has reached a fever pitch. China is investing heavily in its homegrown AI models while tightening its grip on the tech sector. Meanwhile, the exodus of top AI talent to U.S. companies raises concerns in Beijing. In a striking development, Manus, one of China’s most talked-about AI startups, has relocated to Singapore and sold itself to Meta for $2 billion. A Controversial Acquisition Draws Attention Manus made headlines last year with a demonstration video showcasing an AI agent…

Deccan AI Secures $25 Million to Enhance AI Model Training Services In response to the increasing demand for sophisticated AI model training and refinement, Deccan AI, a startup focused on post-training data and evaluation services, has successfully raised $25 million in its inaugural major funding round. A significant portion of this work is supported by a skilled workforce based in India. The Series A funding round was entirely equity-based and led by A91 Partners, with notable contributions from Susquehanna International Group and Prosus Ventures. Outsourcing Post-Training Work for Enhanced Reliability While leading AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic develop core…

AI’s Impact on Employment Remains Limited, According to Anthropic Research Anthropic’s latest research indicates that while artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming work processes, it has not yet led to significant job losses. Peter McCrory, the head of economics at Anthropic, describes the current labor market as “still healthy,” but early trends suggest that the impacts of AI may be uneven, particularly for younger individuals entering the workforce. Current Labor Market Stability Amid Rising AI Adoption In an interview at the Axios AI Summit in Washington, D.C., McCrory emphasized that the company’s latest economic impact report shows little evidence of widespread…

US FinTech Investment Trends in 2025 The US FinTech sector experienced notable shifts in investment activity in 2025. Total deal volume saw a 15% decline compared to the previous year, signaling ongoing challenges within the market. Overview of Deal Activity and Funding In 2025, the FinTech sector completed 2,112 deals, a reduction from the 2,492 transactions recorded in 2024 and a staggering 79% drop from the 10,218 deals of 2021. Despite this downturn, total funding reached $52.1 billion, showing a slight increase of 2% from the $51 billion raised in 2024. However, it remains significantly lower—by 74%—than the peak of…

First Lady Melania Trump Showcases Humanoid Robot at White House Event At a press conference held at the White House on Wednesday, First Lady Melania Trump made a striking appearance alongside a humanoid robot designed by Figure AI. The pair made their way down a red carpet, where the robot delivered a brief speech, stating, “I am grateful to be part of this historic movement to empower children with technology and education.” Following its remarks, the robot exited the room, leaving attendees astonished. Launch of the Fostering the Future Together Initiative This unusual event was part of the First Lady’s…

European WealthTech Investment Experienced Remarkable Growth in Q4 2025 The European WealthTech sector saw a significant surge in investment during the fourth quarter of 2025, nearly doubling year-on-year. The latest figures highlight that while the number of deals decreased, the total funding raised by WealthTech companies increased dramatically, underscoring a shift in investor strategies. Funding Trends Reveal Shift Towards Larger Transactions In Q4 2025, the sector recorded 24 deals, a 14% drop compared to 28 deals in the same quarter of 2024. Despite this decline in deal volume, the total funds raised soared to $826.9 million—a 2.1-fold increase from the…

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