Microsoft Mandates Passwordless Accounts for New Users: A Shift Towards Enhanced Security

In recent years, Microsoft has been making significant strides towards a passwordless future, a move that many view as beneficial. Passkeys, which are auto-generated credentials, offer enhanced security because they cannot be intercepted or stolen, and eliminate the need for users to memorize complex passwords. Starting on May 1st, 2025, Continue Reading

Google’s ‘AI Mode’ Search Set to Replace Traditional Link Lists, Says PCWorld

On Thursday, Google announced the launch of its “AI Mode,” transitioning it from an experimental feature in Google Labs to a fully implemented service. This move aims to compete with similar AI-driven services like Anthropic, which provide answers by synthesizing information from pre-existing sources. In its desktop version, AI Mode Continue Reading

Beware of Public USB Charging Stations: They May Compromise Your Phone’s Security

In recent years, smartphones have incorporated a built-in feature aimed at safeguarding against unauthorized access through USB connections. Both iOS and Android systems present users with pop-up notifications requiring confirmation when a data USB connection is initiated, thereby attempting to prevent potential breaches. However, this form of security, which addresses Continue Reading