The massive Binance cryptocurrency heist began with malicious software and a convincing recruitment scam. Months later, attackers exploited an internal AI tool to reach the systems protecting billions of dollars…
AI Companies Can Read Your Private Chats. What to Do About It.
Millions of people share personal questions, financial concerns, health information, and confidential documents with AI assistants. But how private are those conversations—and what can you do to protect them? Imagine…
Can AI Detectors Really Tell Who Wrote Your Words?
Tools like Pangram promise to distinguish human writing from artificial intelligence with remarkable accuracy. But as AI becomes part of everyday writing, a troubling question remains: Can an algorithm establish…
New AI-Powered Malware Can Turn Your Stolen Data Into a Personal Dossier
Researchers uncover Volta-Autodoxer, malicious software designed to steal passwords, financial information, and digital records—then use artificial intelligence to profile its victims. Imagine a criminal gaining access to your computer and…
Massive DHS Data Leak Exposes Workers and Sensitive Surveillance Programs
The exposure of Homeland Security personnel records raises serious questions about government cybersecurity, employee safety, and the technologies used in federal surveillance. A massive leak involving more than 41,000 employees…
Is AI Driving Up Your Electricity Bill? The Hidden Cost of Data Centers
As technology companies build enormous facilities to power artificial intelligence, American households face a troubling question: Who should pay for the electricity and infrastructure these machines require? Your electricity bill…
Can AI Help You Buy Your Dream Home?
From finding the right neighborhood to comparing mortgage options—and even buying without a real estate agent—artificial intelligence is changing the way Americans search for a home. But how much can…
Crypto and AI: A Beginner’s Guide to the Digital Money Everyone Is Talking About
Cryptocurrency advertisements are everywhere, and artificial intelligence is making the promises even more tempting. But what exactly is digital money, how does AI fit into the picture, and what should…