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In September 2025, multiple high-profile data breaches and cybersecurity incidents emerged globally. WhatsApp's former security chief sued Meta over systemic security flaws and retaliation. Luxury group Kering disclosed a breach affecting millions of customers. UK retailer Co-op reported a cyberattack causing significant financial losses and operational disruption. Meanwhile, Neon Mobile app faced a critical security flaw exposing user call data, leading to a temporary shutdown.
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The UK Home Office has issued a new order demanding Apple create a backdoor to access encrypted data of UK users, reigniting tensions with the US and privacy advocates. Apple refuses to build such a backdoor, citing security and privacy concerns, amid ongoing debates over government surveillance and encryption.
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Apple has discontinued new downloads of its Clips app as of October 10, 2025. Existing users can still use it, but without updates, it may become less functional. Apple recommends saving videos for use in other apps. The move follows limited recent updates and the rise of AI video apps like Sora.
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European regulators and the UK CMA have designated Google as having 'strategic market status' in search and advertising, citing its dominant market power. This allows for potential targeted regulations aimed at promoting competition, amid concerns over AI features like AI Overviews impacting publishers' revenues and visibility.
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Wikipedia is experiencing an 8% drop in human page views as AI chatbots and search summaries increasingly provide direct answers, bypassing the site. The decline is linked to behavioral shifts, with younger users favoring social media and AI over traditional web browsing, raising concerns about Wikipedia’s future sustainability.