A Chinese mega-constellation of communications satellites, including the Qianfan broadband network, is significantly behind schedule, with only 90 of the planned 648 satellites launched, jeopardizing its competition with SpaceX’s Starlink, which has around 8,000 satellites in orbit. Contributing to this delay is China’s reliance on single-use rockets, as their current launch capabilities lag behind SpaceX’s reusable technology.
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The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a high-severity vulnerability in PaperCutNG/MF print management software, tracked as CVE-2023-2533 (CVSS score: 8.4), to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog due to evidence of active exploitation. This cross-site request forgery (CSRF) bug poses significant security risks to users. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreStarting August 28, Anthropic will impose weekly rate limits for Claude subscribers to curb continuous use of its Claude Code AI tool and prevent account sharing violations. Pro users will receive 40 to 80 hours of access weekly, while Max plan subscribers will have access ranging from 140 to 480 hours of Sonnet 4 and 15 to 40 hours of Opus 4, affecting fewer than 5% of users due to current usage patterns. Want More...
Read moreLast week, the dating safety app Tea faced a significant data breach that reportedly exposed recent personal information, including messages and sensitive content from users. Despite initial claims of no additional data being affected, independent research suggests this is a second leak, raising concerns about user safety as the app gains popularity for sharing dating experiences among women. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreMicrosoft is launching an age verification system for Xbox accounts in the UK to comply with the Online Safety Act, with plans to expand this system to other countries. Players over 18 will be encouraged to verify their age, which will become mandatory by early 2026 for full access to social features, while concerns about privacy and security implications of such systems persist. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreMicrosoft is implementing age verification for Xbox players in the UK to comply with the Online Safety Act, initially as an optional feature but mandatory by early 2026 for full access to social features. Partnering with Yoti, players can verify their age through various methods, and similar tools may be rolled out in other regions in the future. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreRoku is offering significant discounts on its Streaming Sticks, with the 4K HDR10+ version priced at $29 (27% off) and the HD version at $19 (37% off). Both models provide access to over 500 free channels, support voice assistants, and feature a user-friendly interface, making them solid choices for streaming enthusiasts. Want More Context? 🔎
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