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Security researcher uncovers vulnerability in Hama Films photo booth website, exposing customer photos and videos. Despite repeated attempts to alert the company, Vibecast, and its co-founder, Joel Park, the issue remains unresolved. Customers data remains at risk, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing data protection.

Zevo and Tensor Team Up to Bring Self-Driving Cars to Everyday Consumers: A New Era of AI-Powered Mobility

Reddit challenges Australian law banning under-16s from social media, arguing it limits free political discussion and raises privacy concerns. The company seeks exemption, claiming its not a traditional social media platform but a collection of public forums.

President Trump signs executive order to create national AI framework, aiming to prevent cumbersome regulation from individual states. The order highlights concerns about state laws that could lead to inaccurate AI results and impact protected groups. It also establishes a new AI litigation task force and tasks the Secretary of Commerce with reporting on conflicting state laws. Critics argue this is a misguided policy, as the power to preempt state laws rests with Congress.

World App Unveils Enhanced Features: Secure Chat, Crypto Payments - The World app, co-founded by Sam Altman, has launched a new version with encrypted chat and expanded crypto capabilities. The app, initially launched by Tools for Humanity, aims to distinguish real people from bots online. The new chat messenger uses end-to-end encryption and color-coded speech bubbles for verified users. The upgraded payment system allows direct paycheck deposits and crypto conversions, without biometric verification. The chat feature aims to create a more interactive, secure social app.

Theo Baker, a Stanford University senior, is revolutionizing journalism with his old-school investigative reporting. After uncovering research misconduct allegations as a freshman, leading to the resignation of Stanfords president, Baker won the George Polk Award. His new book, How to Rule the World, exposes the exploitation of Stanford students by venture capitalists, promising to shake up Silicon Valley.

Reddit challenges Australias social media ban for minors in High Court, arguing it infringes on privacy, free expression, and age-appropriate community experiences. Despite implementing age verification measures, Reddit maintains commitment to open internet and accessible knowledge for young people, while planning to enhance platform safety globally.

Google unveils Gemini Deep Research, a powerful AI tool for developers, enabling them to embed Googles research abilities into their applications. This new capability is made possible through Googles Interactions API, allowing AI agents to play a bigger role in information gathering. Gemini Deep Research, built on Gemini three Pro, is designed to process vast amounts of information and handle complex tasks, reducing AI hallucinations. Google introduces DeepSearchQA benchmark and performs well, but OpenAIs GPT five point two, Garlic, surpasses Google on standard benchmarks.

OpenAI is developing an age prediction model to ensure safe and responsible deployment of new features, particularly for adult content. The system aims to accurately identify users under eighteen for content restrictions, while avoiding incorrect flagging of adults. Testing is underway, and the company prioritizes accuracy before wider launch, aligning with industry trends towards enhanced user safety and content moderation.