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2.7 million patient data compromised

Ransomware attack on healthcare giant DaVita

25. August, 2025 - 15:05

The dialysis provider DaVita has confirmed the consequences of a serious security incident: Cybercriminals gained unauthorized access to company systems in April, compromising the data of around 2.7 million people.

Pixel 10 series

Google Pixel 10: What the new AI smartphone can do

20. August, 2025 - 19:20

Google’s Pixel phones have played a minor role in the smartphone market so far. The tech giant now wants to pressure competitors like Apple with the new Google Pixel 10 series, packed with AI features.

Agreement after months of negotiations

Great Britain gives up demand for Apple backdoor

20. August, 2025 - 06:47

The Director of the US Secret Service, Tulsi Gabbard, announced on Monday that the UK has withdrawn its demand that Apple install a so-called “backdoor” in the company’s systems.

Hundreds of thousands of gamers expected

Gamescom starts today

20. August, 2025 - 06:40

The world’s largest trade fair for computer and video games, Gamescom, opens its doors on Wednesday (9.00 a.m.).

Warning signal for the entire industry

Zero-click EchoLink exploit compromises Microsoft 365 Copilot security

20. August, 2025 - 06:20

The security researchers at Check Point have discovered a zero-click vulnerability in Microsoft 365 Copilot, which they have named “EchoLink”.

Allegedly unencrypted and directly usable

15.8 million PayPal access data offered on the darknet

19. August, 2025 - 08:18

A hacker offers 15.8 million alleged PayPal credentials for $750 – including email addresses and passwords in plain text.

Outage

Starlink down: Users report network problems again

18. August, 2025 - 18:15

Users of the Starlink satellite internet service reported massive connection problems on Monday. Downdetector recorded over 30,000 disruption reports in the USA. Reports of another total outage pile up on social media.

Customers face higher costs

Microsoft abolishes volume discounts

18. August, 2025 - 13:59

Microsoft is changing the pricing structure for online services in Enterprise Agreements. What the company advertises as a step towards greater transparency and consistency could cost corporate customers dearly.

Performance paywall hits ID.3

VW locks ID.3 engine power behind paid subscription

18. August, 2025 - 07:53

The subscription model is expanding beyond streaming services – now car manufacturers are charging monthly fees for full horsepower. Volkswagen is asking ID.3 drivers to pay £16,50 per month for an additional 27 horsepower that’s already built into their vehicle.

New map function

Instagram’s “Friend Map”: experts warn of risks

16. August, 2025 - 09:52

Meta has introduced a new feature called “Friend Map” on Instagram, which allows users to see the location of their friends and discover common meeting points. However, what is advertised as an entertaining social media function is causing considerable concern among security experts at Check Point.