Apple is preparing an affordable MacBook model (codenamed J700) with a 12-inch LCD screen & A-series chip to compete with Chromebooks. Expected launch in 2026.

Google announced Project Suncatcher: an ambitious plan to launch TPU-equipped satellites to perform AI computing in space, harnessing limitless solar power and low temperatures.

Apple failed to disable SourceMap in its new App Store web version, inadvertently leaking the entire Svelte/TypeScript front-end codebase to the public.

Ubuntu 26.04 LTS release schedule finalized: Feature freeze Feb 19, 2026; final stable release April 23, 2026. LTS users must wait until Aug 6, 2026, to upgrade.

The BUDA framework enhances deception operations by automating the simulation of realistic user behaviors and profiles within decoy environments to mislead attackers.

Microsoft uncovered SesameOp, a malware using the OpenAI Assistants API for covert C2. It exploits a legitimate cloud platform to evade detection and maintain stealthy access.

Huawei unveiled Qingyun W515y/W585y desktops for the Chinese market, featuring the unreleased Kirin 9000X chip and running Tongxin UOS or Galaxy Kylin Linux OS.

Criminals are exploiting logistics platforms with RMM tools (ScreenConnect, SimpleHelp) to win freight tenders and physically reroute/hijack cargo shipments in North America.

The Balancer DeFi protocol was breached, losing over $120 million in crypto (mostly ETH) due to an access control flaw. Affected liquidity pools have been suspended.

Apple is preparing an affordable MacBook model (codenamed J700) with a 12-inch LCD screen & A-series chip to compete with Chromebooks. Expected launch in 2026.

Google announced Project Suncatcher: an ambitious plan to launch TPU-equipped satellites to perform AI computing in space, harnessing limitless solar power and low temperatures.

Apple failed to disable SourceMap in its new App Store web version, inadvertently leaking the entire Svelte/TypeScript front-end codebase to the public.

Ubuntu 26.04 LTS release schedule finalized: Feature freeze Feb 19, 2026; final stable release April 23, 2026. LTS users must wait until Aug 6, 2026, to upgrade.

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The BUDA framework enhances deception operations by automating the simulation of realistic user behaviors and profiles within decoy environments to mislead attackers.

Microsoft uncovered SesameOp, a malware using the OpenAI Assistants API for covert C2. It exploits a legitimate cloud platform to evade detection and maintain stealthy access.