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Autonomous Vehicles & Infrastructure:
- Waymo temporarily suspended its autonomous ride-hailing service in San Francisco during a citywide power outage, with numerous videos showing its vehicles halted at intersections due to non-functional traffic lights, causing major traffic disruptions. Tesla's robotaxis remained unaffected. 👉 missionlocal.org 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 cnbc.com
AI & Tech Industry:
- Gaming & AI Controversies:
  - The gaming industry faces growing backlash against AI use, with incidents like the cancellation of the latest Postal game due to fan outrage over AI-generated content. Developers of Arc Raiders and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 faced accusations of using AI for voice acting and assets, leading to boycotts and regulatory scrutiny. 👉 nymag.com 👉 pcgamer.com 👉 polygon.com
  - The Indie Game Awards rescinded awards for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after discovering the developer used generative AI despite initial denials. 👉 insider-gaming.com
- AI Productivity & Limitations:
  - Developers report mixed results with AI coding tools, with some noting productivity gains for boilerplate tasks but significant challenges in complex problem-solving, leading to increased technical debt and security concerns. 👉 technologyreview.com
  - AI models like Claude Opus 4.5 demonstrate improved task completion times, with a 50% task completion horizon of around 4 hours and 49 minutes, though challenges remain in maintaining reliability and addressing hallucinations. 👉 metr.org 👉 the-decoder.com
- AI in Education:
  - Code.org's "Hour of AI" initiative engaged 13.1 million students in AI literacy activities during Computer Science Education Week, surpassing 50% of its goal. Major companies like Microsoft, Google, and Minecraft contributed educational resources. 👉 docs.google.com 👉 aka.ms 👉 research.google
Cybersecurity & Privacy:
- Critical Vulnerabilities:
  - A new UEFI flaw enables pre-boot DMA attacks on motherboards from ASUS, Gigabyte, MSI, and ASRock, bypassing early-boot memory protections. 👉 thehackernews.com
  - WatchGuard warns of active exploitation of a critical Fireware OS VPN vulnerability (CVE-2025-14733) affecting IKEv2 configurations. 👉 thehackernews.com
  - Over 25,000 FortiCloud SSO devices exposed to remote attacks due to an authentication bypass vulnerability. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
  - HPE OneView Software flaw (CVE-2025-37164) allows unauthenticated remote code execution, rated CVSS 10.0. 👉 thehackernews.com
- Malware & Threat Actors:
  - RansomHouse ransomware upgraded its encryption method to a multi-layered approach, increasing complexity and evasion capabilities. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
  - A China-aligned threat group, LongNosedGoblin, uses Windows Group Policy and cloud services (OneDrive, Google Drive) for deploying espionage malware in Southeast Asia and Japan. 👉 thehackernews.com
  - North Korea-linked hackers stole $2.02 billion in crypto in 2025, accounting for 76% of all service compromises globally. 👉 thehackernews.com
- Cybercrime & Law Enforcement:
  - Nigeria arrests three individuals, including the developer of the RaccoonO365 phishing platform, linked to Microsoft 365 attacks. 👉 thehackernews.com
  - The U.S. DOJ charges 54 individuals in an ATM jackpotting scheme using Ploutus malware, tied to the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang. 👉 thehackernews.com
  - U.S. seizes the E-Note crypto exchange for laundering over $70 million in ransomware payments. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
- Privacy & Surveillance:
  - Flock Safety's AI-powered cameras helped identify the Brown University shooting suspect after a Reddit user reported suspicious behavior. The company faces privacy concerns despite its effectiveness. 👉 gizmodo.com 👉 cnn.com
Regulation & Policy:
- AI Regulation:
  - New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs the RAISE Act, requiring AI companies with $500M+ in revenue to disclose safety protocols and incidents within 72 hours. 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 axios.com
  - Trump administration's AI policy divides Republicans, with critics arguing it undermines bipartisan efforts for federal AI regulation. 👉 politico.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
- Immigration & Travel:
  - Google and Apple warn employees with U.S. visas to avoid international travel due to delays in visa processing, which can extend up to 12 months. 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
- Tech & Industry:
  - SoftBank races to fulfill its $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by year-end, raising concerns about financial sustainability. 👉 reuters.com 👉 techinasia.com
  - OpenAI's revenue after AI model costs jumped to ~70% in October, up from ~52% at the end of 2024. 👉 theinformation.com 👉 fortune.com
Entertainment & Media:
- Streaming & Content:
  - Netflix and Disney+ ad tiers account for 30% and 50% of subscribers, respectively, with all U.S. net subscriber additions in 2025 coming from ad-supported plans. 👉 sherwood.news 👉 thesun.co.uk
  - Blizzard Entertainment plans to release one or two major projects annually, focusing on existing franchises. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 tech4gamers.com
- James Cameron’s Future Projects:
  - James Cameron expresses uncertainty about continuing the Avatar franchise, hinting at potential shifts to documentaries and revisiting The Terminator. 👉 cnn.com 👉 thewrap.com
Economy & Workforce:
- Tech Industry Trends:
  - U.S. tech unemployment rose to 4% in November, with job postings declining by over 31,800, signaling a jobs recession in the industry. AI skills remain in demand, but non-AI workers face challenges. 👉 msn.com 👉 compita.org
  - Tech companies have announced over 141,000 job cuts in 2025, a 17% increase from the same period last year, despite investing $375 billion in AI infrastructure. 👉 compita.org
- Future of Work:
  - Experts predict AI will reshape jobs, management structures, and business outcomes over the next 20 years, with a shift towards skill-based training and on-the-job learning. 👉 msn.com
Software & Development:
- Rust Language:
  - The Rust 2025 Vision Doc outlines three key recommendations to scale Rust: defining design goals, enhancing extensibility, and improving navigation of the crates.io ecosystem. 👉 blog.rust-lang.org
- Linux Distributions:
  - Parrot OS switches to KDE Plasma, moving away from MATE to align with modernization goals. 👉 linux-magazine.com
  - MX Moksha and AV Linux adopt the Enlightenment desktop, catering to users seeking lightweight, systemd-compatible environments. 👉 linux-magazine.com
Education & Innovation:
- Historical Tech Recovery:
  - Researchers recover a 1975 version of Unix from analog tapes, providing insights into early computing history. 👉 archive.org 👉 discuss.systems
Hardware & Gadgets:
- Nintendo DRM:
  - Nintendo’s new DRM policies for Switch 2 allow the company to permanently disable consoles for violations, including playing used games or tampering with hardware. 👉 fsf.org
- AI Chips:
  - Moore Threads Technology introduces new AI chips aimed at reducing reliance on NVIDIA, with a focus on energy efficiency and computing density. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 techinasia.com
Legal & Ethical Issues:
- Nintendo DRM:
  - Nintendo’s aggressive DRM policies have already led to cases where users unknowingly purchased bricked consoles, highlighting concerns over user rights and proprietary software. 👉 dexerto.com 👉 lifehacker.com
- Flock Safety:
  - Flock Safety’s AI-powered surveillance tools, including drones and license plate readers, face scrutiny over privacy concerns, despite their effectiveness in law enforcement. 👉 cnn.com 👉 aclu.org
Mergers & Acquisitions:
- Clearwater Analytics:
  - Permira and Warburg Pincus agree to buy Clearwater Analytics for $8.4 billion, reflecting the growing value of financial software in the AI era. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 cnbc.com
- Coursera & Udemy:
  - Coursera and Udemy enter a merger agreement valued at around $2.5 billion. 👉 techcrunch.com
Data & Infrastructure:
- Data Centers:
  - Data center deals hit $61 billion globally in 2025, driven by AI infrastructure investments, with Meta raising $62 billion in debt since 2022. 👉 cnbc.com 👉 bloomberg.com^$
- US CHIPS Act:
  - The SMART USA Institute, focused on digital twins for chipmaking, will terminate its $285 million contract with the Department of Commerce. 👉 spectrum.ieee.org
Cybersecurity Threats:
- Critical Infrastructure:
  - Denmark blames Russia for destructive cyberattacks on its water utility, part of broader hybrid warfare tactics. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
- Student Loan Breach:
  - A breach exposed 2.5 million student loan records, raising concerns about data security and potential future impacts. 👉 threatpost.com
AI & Ethics:
- AI in Gaming:
  - The gaming industry grapples with ethical concerns over AI use, leading to cancellations, boycotts, and regulatory calls for transparency. 👉 nymag.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
- AI Regulation:
  - California Congressman Ro Khanna calls for regulations to prevent companies from using AI to eliminate jobs and extract profits. 👉 ign.com
Tech Events & Announcements:
- Google Gemini:
  - Google delays the full transition of Google Assistant to Gemini on Android devices until 2026. 👉 engadget.com 👉 theverge.com
- SoftBank & OpenAI:
  - SoftBank races to fulfill its $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by year-end. 👉 reuters.com 👉 techinasia.com
Security Updates:
- Microsoft:
  - Microsoft releases security fixes for 56 vulnerabilities, including one zero-day (CVE-2025-62221) affecting Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver. 👉 krebsonsecurity.com
- WatchGuard:
  - WatchGuard warns of active exploitation of a critical Fireware OS VPN vulnerability (CVE-2025-14733). 👉 thehackernews.com
Legal Settlements:
- Instacart:
  - Instacart agrees to refund $60 million to settle FTC claims of deceptive subscription tactics. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
- FTC:
  - The FTC settles with Instacart over false advertising and unlawful enrollment in paid subscriptions. 👉 cnbc.com
Surveillance & Privacy:
- Flock Safety:
  - Flock Safety’s AI-powered cameras and drones raise privacy concerns, despite their effectiveness in identifying suspects. 👉 cnn.com 👉 aclu.org
- China’s Surveillance:
  - China exports surveillance tools based on U.S. technology to countries like Nepal, stifling Tibetan refugees. 👉 apnews.com
Tech Industry Insights:
- Josh Woodward (Google):
  - Josh Woodward, head of Google Labs, is credited with turning around the Gemini app, growing its MAUs from 350M to 650M. 👉 cnbc.com
- Trump’s Tech Force:
  - The Trump administration launches the "U.S. Tech Force," a 1,000-strong initiative to develop AI infrastructure, involving partnerships with major tech companies. 👉 cnbc.com
AI & Cloud Security:
- Echo:
  - Echo, an AI-driven security platform, raises $35 million in Series A funding to secure enterprise cloud environments. 👉 securityweek.com
- Shield AI:
  - Military tech startup Shield AI, valued at $5.6 billion, aims to grow annual revenue from $300 million to $1 billion by 2028. 👉 fortune.com

Tech News

Autonomous Vehicles & Infrastructure:

Waymo temporarily suspended its autonomous ride-hailing service in San Francisco during a citywide power outage, with numerous videos showing its vehicles halted at intersections due to non-functional traffic lights, causing major traffic disruptions. Tesla's robotaxis remained unaffected. 👉 missionlocal.org 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 cnbc.com

AI & Tech Industry:

Gaming & AI Controversies:
- The gaming industry faces growing backlash against AI use, with incidents like the cancellation of the latest Postal game due to fan outrage over AI-generated content. Developers of Arc Raiders and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 faced accusations of using AI for voice acting and assets, leading to boycotts and regulatory scrutiny. 👉 nymag.com 👉 pcgamer.com 👉 polygon.com
- The Indie Game Awards rescinded awards for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after discovering the developer used generative AI despite initial denials. 👉 insider-gaming.com
AI Productivity & Limitations:
- Developers report mixed results with AI coding tools, with some noting productivity gains for boilerplate tasks but significant challenges in complex problem-solving, leading to increased technical debt and security concerns. 👉 technologyreview.com
- AI models like Claude Opus 4.5 demonstrate improved task completion times, with a 50% task completion horizon of around 4 hours and 49 minutes, though challenges remain in maintaining reliability and addressing hallucinations. 👉 metr.org 👉 the-decoder.com
AI in Education:
- Code.org's "Hour of AI" initiative engaged 13.1 million students in AI literacy activities during Computer Science Education Week, surpassing 50% of its goal. Major companies like Microsoft, Google, and Minecraft contributed educational resources. 👉 docs.google.com 👉 aka.ms 👉 research.google

Cybersecurity & Privacy:

Critical Vulnerabilities:
- A new UEFI flaw enables pre-boot DMA attacks on motherboards from ASUS, Gigabyte, MSI, and ASRock, bypassing early-boot memory protections. 👉 thehackernews.com
- WatchGuard warns of active exploitation of a critical Fireware OS VPN vulnerability (CVE-2025-14733) affecting IKEv2 configurations. 👉 thehackernews.com
- Over 25,000 FortiCloud SSO devices exposed to remote attacks due to an authentication bypass vulnerability. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
- HPE OneView Software flaw (CVE-2025-37164) allows unauthenticated remote code execution, rated CVSS 10.0. 👉 thehackernews.com
Malware & Threat Actors:
- RansomHouse ransomware upgraded its encryption method to a multi-layered approach, increasing complexity and evasion capabilities. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
- A China-aligned threat group, LongNosedGoblin, uses Windows Group Policy and cloud services (OneDrive, Google Drive) for deploying espionage malware in Southeast Asia and Japan. 👉 thehackernews.com
- North Korea-linked hackers stole $2.02 billion in crypto in 2025, accounting for 76% of all service compromises globally. 👉 thehackernews.com
Cybercrime & Law Enforcement:
- Nigeria arrests three individuals, including the developer of the RaccoonO365 phishing platform, linked to Microsoft 365 attacks. 👉 thehackernews.com
- The U.S. DOJ charges 54 individuals in an ATM jackpotting scheme using Ploutus malware, tied to the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang. 👉 thehackernews.com
- U.S. seizes the E-Note crypto exchange for laundering over $70 million in ransomware payments. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
Privacy & Surveillance:
- Flock Safety's AI-powered cameras helped identify the Brown University shooting suspect after a Reddit user reported suspicious behavior. The company faces privacy concerns despite its effectiveness. 👉 gizmodo.com 👉 cnn.com

Regulation & Policy:

AI Regulation:
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs the RAISE Act, requiring AI companies with $500M+ in revenue to disclose safety protocols and incidents within 72 hours. 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 axios.com
- Trump administration's AI policy divides Republicans, with critics arguing it undermines bipartisan efforts for federal AI regulation. 👉 politico.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
Immigration & Travel:
- Google and Apple warn employees with U.S. visas to avoid international travel due to delays in visa processing, which can extend up to 12 months. 👉 techcrunch.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
Tech & Industry:
- SoftBank races to fulfill its $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by year-end, raising concerns about financial sustainability. 👉 reuters.com 👉 techinasia.com
- OpenAI's revenue after AI model costs jumped to ~70% in October, up from ~52% at the end of 2024. 👉 theinformation.com 👉 fortune.com

Entertainment & Media:

Streaming & Content:
- Netflix and Disney+ ad tiers account for 30% and 50% of subscribers, respectively, with all U.S. net subscriber additions in 2025 coming from ad-supported plans. 👉 sherwood.news 👉 thesun.co.uk
- Blizzard Entertainment plans to release one or two major projects annually, focusing on existing franchises. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 tech4gamers.com
James Cameron’s Future Projects:
- James Cameron expresses uncertainty about continuing the Avatar franchise, hinting at potential shifts to documentaries and revisiting The Terminator. 👉 cnn.com 👉 thewrap.com

Economy & Workforce:

Tech Industry Trends:
- U.S. tech unemployment rose to 4% in November, with job postings declining by over 31,800, signaling a jobs recession in the industry. AI skills remain in demand, but non-AI workers face challenges. 👉 msn.com 👉 compita.org
- Tech companies have announced over 141,000 job cuts in 2025, a 17% increase from the same period last year, despite investing $375 billion in AI infrastructure. 👉 compita.org
Future of Work:
- Experts predict AI will reshape jobs, management structures, and business outcomes over the next 20 years, with a shift towards skill-based training and on-the-job learning. 👉 msn.com

Software & Development:

Rust Language:
- The Rust 2025 Vision Doc outlines three key recommendations to scale Rust: defining design goals, enhancing extensibility, and improving navigation of the crates.io ecosystem. 👉 blog.rust-lang.org
Linux Distributions:
- Parrot OS switches to KDE Plasma, moving away from MATE to align with modernization goals. 👉 linux-magazine.com
- MX Moksha and AV Linux adopt the Enlightenment desktop, catering to users seeking lightweight, systemd-compatible environments. 👉 linux-magazine.com

Education & Innovation:

Historical Tech Recovery:
- Researchers recover a 1975 version of Unix from analog tapes, providing insights into early computing history. 👉 archive.org 👉 discuss.systems

Hardware & Gadgets:

Nintendo DRM:
- Nintendo’s new DRM policies for Switch 2 allow the company to permanently disable consoles for violations, including playing used games or tampering with hardware. 👉 fsf.org
AI Chips:
- Moore Threads Technology introduces new AI chips aimed at reducing reliance on NVIDIA, with a focus on energy efficiency and computing density. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 techinasia.com

Legal & Ethical Issues:

Nintendo DRM:
- Nintendo’s aggressive DRM policies have already led to cases where users unknowingly purchased bricked consoles, highlighting concerns over user rights and proprietary software. 👉 dexerto.com 👉 lifehacker.com
Flock Safety:
- Flock Safety’s AI-powered surveillance tools, including drones and license plate readers, face scrutiny over privacy concerns, despite their effectiveness in law enforcement. 👉 cnn.com 👉 aclu.org

Mergers & Acquisitions:

Clearwater Analytics:
- Permira and Warburg Pincus agree to buy Clearwater Analytics for $8.4 billion, reflecting the growing value of financial software in the AI era. 👉 bloomberg.com^$ 👉 cnbc.com
Coursera & Udemy:
- Coursera and Udemy enter a merger agreement valued at around $2.5 billion. 👉 techcrunch.com

Data & Infrastructure:

Data Centers:
- Data center deals hit $61 billion globally in 2025, driven by AI infrastructure investments, with Meta raising $62 billion in debt since 2022. 👉 cnbc.com 👉 bloomberg.com^$
US CHIPS Act:
- The SMART USA Institute, focused on digital twins for chipmaking, will terminate its $285 million contract with the Department of Commerce. 👉 spectrum.ieee.org

Cybersecurity Threats:

Critical Infrastructure:
- Denmark blames Russia for destructive cyberattacks on its water utility, part of broader hybrid warfare tactics. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
Student Loan Breach:
- A breach exposed 2.5 million student loan records, raising concerns about data security and potential future impacts. 👉 threatpost.com

AI & Ethics:

AI in Gaming:
- The gaming industry grapples with ethical concerns over AI use, leading to cancellations, boycotts, and regulatory calls for transparency. 👉 nymag.com 👉 businessinsider.com^$
AI Regulation:
- California Congressman Ro Khanna calls for regulations to prevent companies from using AI to eliminate jobs and extract profits. 👉 ign.com

Tech Events & Announcements:

Google Gemini:
- Google delays the full transition of Google Assistant to Gemini on Android devices until 2026. 👉 engadget.com 👉 theverge.com
SoftBank & OpenAI:
- SoftBank races to fulfill its $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by year-end. 👉 reuters.com 👉 techinasia.com

Security Updates:

Microsoft:
- Microsoft releases security fixes for 56 vulnerabilities, including one zero-day (CVE-2025-62221) affecting Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver. 👉 krebsonsecurity.com
WatchGuard:
- WatchGuard warns of active exploitation of a critical Fireware OS VPN vulnerability (CVE-2025-14733). 👉 thehackernews.com

Legal Settlements:

Instacart:
- Instacart agrees to refund $60 million to settle FTC claims of deceptive subscription tactics. 👉 bleepingcomputer.com
FTC:
- The FTC settles with Instacart over false advertising and unlawful enrollment in paid subscriptions. 👉 cnbc.com

Surveillance & Privacy:

Flock Safety:
- Flock Safety’s AI-powered cameras and drones raise privacy concerns, despite their effectiveness in identifying suspects. 👉 cnn.com 👉 aclu.org
China’s Surveillance:
- China exports surveillance tools based on U.S. technology to countries like Nepal, stifling Tibetan refugees. 👉 apnews.com

Tech Industry Insights:

Josh Woodward (Google):
- Josh Woodward, head of Google Labs, is credited with turning around the Gemini app, growing its MAUs from 350M to 650M. 👉 cnbc.com
Trump’s Tech Force:
- The Trump administration launches the "U.S. Tech Force," a 1,000-strong initiative to develop AI infrastructure, involving partnerships with major tech companies. 👉 cnbc.com

AI & Cloud Security:

Echo:
- Echo, an AI-driven security platform, raises $35 million in Series A funding to secure enterprise cloud environments. 👉 securityweek.com
Shield AI:
- Military tech startup Shield AI, valued at $5.6 billion, aims to grow annual revenue from $300 million to $1 billion by 2028. 👉 fortune.com