A security researcher reports Apple has dramatically reduced its bug bounty payouts for macOS. Key rewards for serious privacy bypasses have been slashed, some by over 80%. This comes amid a noted increase in Mac-specific malware.
A long-running campaign has weaponized popular browser extensions after they passed initial security checks. The “ShadyPanda” group has infected over 4.3 million browser instances to steal data and deploy backdoors. This represents a significant and evolving threat to enterprise security.
ServiceNow is making a major move into identity security by acquiring startup Veza. The deal, reportedly valued at over $1 billion, comes just months after Veza’s latest $108 million funding round.
Amazon Music has launched its 2025 Delivered year-end recap feature. It’s the latest platform to offer a Spotify Wrapped-style experience, with unique Alexa stats and shareable cards.
A new survival horror game tries to critique AI with a clever meta-narrative. But according to a review, its execution is undermined by glitchy action and a scattered plot that never delivers on its promise.
At AWS re:Invent 2025, the cloud giant announced a major revamp of its AWS Marketplace. The updates focus on AI agent discovery, automated pricing, and letting partners sell bundled solutions. It’s a clear move to make the platform the central hub for buying and selling AI.
The French Bitcoin savings app Bitstack has secured a €12.9 million Series A funding round. The company plans to use the capital to fuel European expansion and launch new features like a euro account and Visa debit card.
A new guide details how to set up Perplexity’s AI voice assistant as a Siri alternative on iPhone. It promises more conversational and accurate responses for hands-free help.
Apple is reorganizing its top AI leadership. John Giannandrea is stepping down and will retire in 2026, with former Microsoft AI executive Amar Subramanya stepping into a new, more specialized role under Craig Federighi.
A coalition of seven states is demanding detailed data from major Buy Now, Pay Later firms. They’re probing underwriting practices and consumer protections, raising the specter of a fragmented regulatory crackdown.
