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'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
Oct 22, 2026

'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister

'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister


NASA competition model 2.0 cuts mission selection by 45%
Oct 22, 2026

NASA competition model 2.0 cuts mission selection by 45%

NASA competition model 2.0 cuts mission selection by 45%Getting a Discovery or New Frontiers mission from announcement to second-step selection currently takes NASA about 35 months. Under a new plan, called Competition Model 2.0, the agency wants it done in about 19.5.NASA's science chief, Nicola...


Oct 22, 2026

Cisco Patches 34 Vulnerabilities Across Multiple Products

Critical-severity security defects could lead to command execution, authentication bypass, and XSS attacks. The post Cisco Patches 34 Vulnerabilities Across Multiple Products appeared first on SecurityWeek.


Oct 22, 2026

Microsoft Rolls Out Standalone Cloud Playtime Packs to Xbox Insiders

Xbox is rolling out Cloud playtime packs for Xbox Insiders, allowing them to access cloud streaming without a Game Pass subscription. Cloud playtime packs offer 10, 25, and 50 hours of cloud streaming at introductory launch prices of $3.99, $7.99, and $11.99, respectively. The packs will be available to Xbox users widely starting in November.


Oct 22, 2026

PHP2Shell Exploitation Started Days Before Patches

Initial attempts were observed on October 17, and mass activity began shortly after patches were released. The post PHP2Shell Exploitation Started Days Before Patches appeared first on SecurityWeek.


Oct 22, 2026

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, Oppo Reno 17 5G Receive NBTC Certification Ahead of Global Launch

Thailand’s NBTC database lists the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max as model 2611FPNFAG and the Oppo Reno 17 5G as CPH2975. Both phones support 5G, 4G LTE, 3G and 2G connectivity, and the listings hint at an imminent global launch. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Pro debuted in China with 8,500mAh and 7,000mAh batteries, respectively. Meanwhile, the Oppo Reno 17 series is expe...


Oct 22, 2026

Oura Ring 5 Launched in India With AI Health Features, Blood Pressure Tracking: Price, Specifications

The Oura Ring 5 was launched in India on Thursday as the latest model in the company's smart ring lineup. The successor to the Oura Ring 4 comes with a smaller design than its predecessor. As per the company, it comes with upgraded sensors, new health-tracking capabilities, and AI-powered wellness features. The Oura Ring 5 has two new activity features, which are clai...


Explained: What is PHP? Why govt websites went dark? International advisory issued as AI exposes serious cyber glitch
Oct 22, 2026

Explained: What is PHP? Why govt websites went dark? International advisory issued as AI exposes serious cyber glitch

PHP has triggered international advisories and forced websites offline worldwide, marking a new phase in cybersecurity in which increasingly powerful AI can uncover software vulnerabilities that humans have missed for years.


Meta's Zuckerberg pitches AI successes to investors with 26% rise in quarterly revenue
Oct 22, 2026

Meta's Zuckerberg pitches AI successes to investors with 26% rise in quarterly revenue

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg touted the company's progress on artificial intelligence during an earnings call on Wednesday and called for more investment. The tech giant's Muse AI agent has garnered 10 million users since its launch six weeks ago, while third-quarter revenue rose to $64.6 billion. Meanwhile, the company is accused of political interference in Brazil's presidential election. Also in this edition, we check in on France's rising borrowing costs.


Oct 22, 2026

Bitcoin Holds Near $83,000 as Tesla Keeps 11,509 BTC Holdings

Bitcoin’s recovery faces a key test as it approaches $85,000, with institutional investment and corporate holdings providing support. However, renewed Middle East tensions, rising bond yields, and $23.4 billion in Bitcoin derivatives open interest could amplify volatility if market sentiment weakens.


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