In cybersecurity, Apple is significantly increasing its bug bounty program, raising the reward for critical vulnerabilities to $2 million, with potential bonuses reaching $5 million. Simultaneously, Microsoft has issued a warning about a new "Payroll Pirate" phishing scam that targets company payroll systems, potentially compromising direct deposits and bypassing multi-factor authentication.
Regulatory and User Experience Updates
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is preparing to implement new regulations aimed at Google's search and search advertising services, signaling a move towards greater market competition. On the consumer front, a growing number of users are expressing regret over their Amazon smart display purchases, citing a constant barrage of advertisements on the devices.
Technological Advancements
Progress continues in the development of solid-state batteries for electric vehicles. This next-generation battery technology promises substantial improvements in range, charging speed, and safety, which could be a critical factor in accelerating EV adoption.
Sources:
- Apple ups the reward for finding major exploits to $2 million
- Microsoft warns of new “Payroll Pirate” scam stealing employees’ direct deposits
- UK regulators plan to force Google changes under new competition law
- People regret buying Amazon smart displays after being bombarded with ads
- How close are we to solid state batteries for electric vehicles?
Sources
- Apple ups the reward for finding major exploits to $2 million
- Microsoft warns of new “Payroll Pirate” scam stealing employees’ direct deposits
- UK regulators plan to force Google changes under new competition law
- People regret buying Amazon smart displays after being bombarded with ads
- How close are we to solid state batteries for electric vehicles?