📰 Elmo hack exposes serious social media cybersecurity threats
The article discusses a recent incident where the official Elmo account on X (formerly Twitter) was hacked, leading to the posting of hate speech and racist content. The breach shocked fans and damaged the reputation of the beloved childhood icon. The hackers aimed to cause chaos and sow division rather than steal data or ransom accounts. The incident highlights the vulnerability of even seemingly secure accounts to cyber attacks. The article provides cybersecurity tips from an expert, emphasizing the importance of strong passwords, password managers, multi-factor authentication, and account verification to enhance security. It also suggests steps to take if your account is compromised, such as changing passwords immediately and contacting the platform for assistance.
📰 Can your Apple Watch detect pregnancy?
A new Apple-funded study suggests that Apple devices like the Apple Watch or iPhone could potentially predict pregnancy before a test does. Researchers used behavioral and biometric data to train an AI model, which accurately predicted pregnancy in 92% of cases. The study collected data from over 162,000 participants through the everyday use of Apple devices. The AI model analyzed various data points beyond heart rate and temperature, including movement patterns, sleep habits, and exercise routines. The study also found that the AI model could identify other health conditions like diabetes, infection, and injury with high accuracy. The research highlights the potential for AI-powered wearables to detect health changes early, but privacy concerns and trust issues remain significant barriers in women’s health technology.
📰 Marshmallow concrete improves chances of surviving crash landing
Researchers at the China Building Materials Academy (CBMA) have developed a new material called marshmallow concrete, which is ultra-light and absorbs an aircraft’s energy to bring it to a safe stop during runway overruns. This foam material, weighing just 12.5 pounds per cubic foot, is designed with a network of microscopic bubbles coated with a special maleated rosin for controlled crushing and effective cushioning. The material’s strength lies in its ability to crumble on impact, slowing down planes smoothly. Marshmallow concrete is engineered with a precise strength to ensure it can absorb energy without being too weak or too strong. Real-world data from airports in China demonstrate the material’s reliability and consistency, making it a promising solution for enhancing runway safety worldwide.
📰 McDonald’s AI hiring chatbot exposed data of job candidates
Many companies now use AI in hiring processes, with bots screening resumes and managing initial communication. McDonald’s employs an AI-powered hiring platform called McHire, utilizing Paradox.ai’s chatbot, Olivia. However, AI usage poses data privacy risks, as shown by a vulnerability discovered by security researchers in a Paradox.ai test account tied to McDonald’s. The breach exposed a small number of candidate records, but swift action was taken to address the issue. Despite early reports suggesting a larger breach, only five candidate records were accessed by the researchers, and no evidence of malicious access or data leakage was found. The incident highlights the importance of data privacy in AI-driven recruitment processes.
📰 Fox News AI Newsletter: Warning on electricity prices
A new White House study warns that electricity prices may increase due to artificial intelligence demand if the US doesn’t boost energy output. Google is integrating its AI, Gemini, with core Android apps like WhatsApp and Messages, potentially overriding older privacy settings. President Trump’s EPA is paving the way for the US to lead the global AI revolution. AI chatbots are becoming popular but can provide inaccurate information, posing cybersecurity risks. A study reveals challenges in school-to-work pathways for young Americans, threatening the future workforce and economy.
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