DOJ accuses US ransomware negotiators of launching their own ransomware attacks
Three people, including two U.S. ransomware negotiators, are accused of working on behalf of the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang.
The Download: brain-melting heatwaves and unprecedented OpenAI restrictions
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Heat waves mess with your brain. Scientists are trying to figure out why. —Jessica Hamzelou It’s been hot in London this week. Really hot. A dangerous heat wave has hit Western…
Waymo’s robotaxi expansion accelerates with 3 new cities
Detroit, Las Vegas, and San Diego are next on Waymo’s robotaxi tick list.
5 Ways to Counter Fraud During Peak Online Shopping Season
The peak online shopping season is also the peak season for ecommerce fraud. Here are five practical tips and considerations for retailers to stay safe online.
The Crypto Industry Is a Mess — But Its Mistakes Hold Lessons for Every Entrepreneur
The crypto industry has lost its way in hype and jargon. Here’s how to make technology meaningful, relatable and accessible to everyday users.
Facebook Groups can now go public without exposing members’ private posts
Facebook is making it possible for private Groups to switch to public without compromising members’ privacy.
Chrome can now autofill your passport, driver’s license, and vehicle registration info
Desktop users who have enhanced autofill enabled with see their passport and driver’s license number, vehicle information, like their license plate or VIN, and more automatically filled.
Before You Hire International Employees, Run This 5-Point Audit (It Could Save Your Company)
Many companies rush into outsourcing without a real strategy and pay the price later. Before you sign a contract, run this audit to ensure you’re set up for success from the start.
Kimberly-Clark Will Buy Tylenol Maker Kenvue in a $48.7 Billion Deal: ‘Powerful Next Step’
The move will bring 10 billion-dollar brands, including Kleenex, Band-Aid and Huggies, under one roof.
Dia’s AI browser starts adding Arc’s ‘greatest hits’ to its feature set
Dia’s AI browser has a head start on what works for consumers thanks to learnings from its browser experiment, Arc.
Pine Labs aims to take Indian fintech global even as it cuts valuation for IPO
The Indian fintech already has a presence in 20 countries worldwide.