undefined 11, 2025
Cybersecurity experts warn of DeepSeek vulnerabilities
A cybersecurity firm warns that the DeepSeek AI app has critical security flaws, including unencrypted data transmission and insecure credential storage. The iOS version disables Apple’s App Transport Security, making users vulnerable to attacks. Sensitive data is also cached unencrypted. Governments, including New York and several countries, are banning the app due to security concerns and its ties to China. A U.S. federal ban is under consideration.
Elon Musk just offered to buy OpenAI for $97.4 billion
Elon Musk has launched a $97.4 billion bid to buy OpenAI’s nonprofit arm, backed by xAI, Valor Equity, and other investors. The offer challenges CEO Sam Altman, who is handling major deals, including a $40B funding round. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI but left in 2019, claims the company has strayed from its mission. His team vows to outbid any rival offers, complicating OpenAI’s for-profit transition. Altman responded on X, joking about buying Twitter for $9.74 billion.
US and UK refuse to sign Paris summit declaration on ‘inclusive’ AI
The US and UK declined to sign the Paris AI summit’s declaration on “inclusive and sustainable” AI, distancing themselves from 60 other nations, including China, India, and Canada. The UK cited national interests, while US Vice President JD Vance criticized Europe’s “excessive regulation” and warned against cooperating with China. Critics argue the UK risks losing AI credibility, while Vance urged a pro-innovation approach, likening AI to a tool of liberty. The decision highlights divisions over AI governance, with the US pushing for minimal regulation while the EU favors stricter oversight.
Canal turns into 'stream of blood' in Argentina as locals fear toxic leak
The Sarandí canal in Argentina turned blood red and emitted a foul smell last week, sparking concerns among residents. Officials suspect a toxic substance, aniline, used in dyes may have entered the water. Aniline, normally colorless but capable of turning red through oxidation, is harmful to aquatic life. This isn't the first time the canal has changed color. Authorities are conducting chemical analyses to confirm the cause, with initial findings pointing to an organic dye. Investigations are ongoing.
Is GTA 6 still on schedule?
It's been over a year since Rockstar unveiled the GTA 6 trailer, and fans are eager for the fall 2025 release. The game will be set in Vice City, modeled after Miami, with multiple protagonists, including Lucia and Jason. Despite rumors of delays, Take-Two's CEO remains confident in the 2025 release. The game's budget is estimated at $1-2 billion, with a likely price around £69.99. It will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X, with potential support for the Switch 2.
Man in search of lost bitcoin fortune wants to buy the landfill where he swears it’s buried
James Howells, a British IT worker, lost a hard drive containing over $700 million in Bitcoin after accidentally throwing it away in 2013. He believes the drive is buried in a landfill in Newport, South Wales, and has been trying for years to retrieve it. After several failed attempts to convince the city to let him dig, Howells now wants to buy the landfill to search for the drive himself. Despite his persistence, there's no guarantee he’ll find it or that it’ll work if he does.
Sky skimmers: The race to fly satellites in the lowest orbits yet
A new space race is underway in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO), just above Earth’s atmosphere. VLEO satellites face more drag and shorter lifespans due to atmospheric resistance, but advancements in air-breathing electric propulsion could enable them to "fly forever." Companies are developing these satellites for ultra-HD Earth imaging and fast communication. With applications in military, agriculture, and space internet, the market for VLEO satellite services could reach $15bn by 2032.
A border split my family's language. Now I'm bringing it back
Sanjana Bhambhani reflects on her family’s loss of Sindhi, a regional language from Sindh, Pakistan, due to the Partition of British India. In 1947, her grandmother, fleeing violence, left behind her homeland and mother tongue. As the language faded among new generations, Bhambhani explores efforts to revive it, acknowledging the challenges in both India and Pakistan. Despite the cultural and linguistic divide, Sindhi communities abroad, like in the UK, continue to seek connections, embracing the language as a link to their heritage.
In China's Silicon Valley, where founder of DeepSeek keeps a low profile
DeepSeek, a groundbreaking AI company in Hangzhou, China, has shocked the world by launching a powerful AI model for under $6M without advanced chips. Despite US export controls on semiconductor technology, DeepSeek found a workaround, challenging the belief that China lags in AI. The company is privately funded and making significant strides in the tech world, with other firms ready to follow suit.
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The 42 best movies on Netflix right now
Netflix offers a vast selection of films, including dramas, comedies, thrillers, and more. Notable picks include Alfonso Cuarón’s *Y Tu Mamá También*, Bong Joon-ho’s Oscar-winning *Parasite*, and the chilling *The Babadook*. Other highlights include *Mononoke the Movie*, *Joy*, *The Karate Kid*, and *Grave of the Fireflies*. For a lighter watch, check out *Will & Harper*, a heartwarming documentary about friendship and transition, while *Rebel Ridge* tackles systemic injustice with action and intensity.
