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ThirdWeb, a leading web3 development platform, recently disclosed a critical security vulnerability impacting some of its smart contracts.  In a detailed blog post, the company outlined the issue, confirmed the contracts affected, and provided a mitigation tool and recommendations for users to secure their contracts. On November 20th, ThirdWeb was made aware of a vulnerability in a commonly used open source library that is leveraged in some of their smart contracts. After conducting an invest…

Genetic testing company 23andMe disclosed additional details this weekend about a data breach it first reported in early October , revealing that the personal information of nearly 7 million customers was accessed by hackers. Initially, 23andMe said that hackers had accessed the data of roughly 0.1% of its customers, amounting to around 14,000 users. However, TechCrunch reported that a spokesperson from 23andMe confirmed on Saturday that the breach was much larger, encompassing genetic data and…

Rockstar Games' highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) remains shrouded in mystery, but a leaked gameplay video is offering the first glimpse at the game's vast open world.  The poor-quality footage, originally posted on TikTok but since removed, depicts an expansive cityscape filled with towering skyscrapers, bustling streets, and winding highways. According to private messages from the leaker following the video’s removal, GTA 6's city will be a staggering two times larger…

Writing is a fundamental skill that is required in various aspects of life. Whether it be academic papers, professional reports, or creative content, effective writing can greatly impact how your message is received by readers.  One important aspect of writing is the use of voice, specifically, active and passive voice. While both have their place, an active voice is generally preferred as it adds clarity, conciseness, and a more engaging tone to your writing.  Changing passive voice to active …

Microsoft has integrated its AI image generation tool, Cocreator , directly into the Windows Paint application. Previously exclusive to Windows Insiders testing preview builds, this feature is now rolling out to Paint users in several countries.  With this update, average Windows users can easily create AI-generated images without installing additional software or browser extensions. As of this week, the image creation capabilities of Microsoft's DALL-E 3 model are now accessible within Pai…

Genetic testing company 23andMe disclosed new details on Friday about the data breach it experienced in October, revealing that the breach impacted a far greater number of users than previously reported. In an updated filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), published on Friday, 23andMe stated that based on its investigation into the incident, it had determined that hackers had accessed 0.1% of its customer base by using credential stuffing attacks. However, by gaining ac…

The CDP, a central component of any contemporary marketing strategy, combines fragmented customer information to generate a single coherent picture of any particular customer. In comparison to traditional practices that do not overcome data fragments, CDPs work as a glue that collects customer data from different intersections and produces one customer’s profile. Key Features of CDPs: Unified Customer Profiles: For starters, CDPs are known as integrated tools that can merge all the data spread …

Google's default messaging app, Messages , has hit a major milestone - over 1 billion monthly active users now have RCS (Rich Communication Services) enabled.  To celebrate the achievement, Google is launching a suite of creative new features in Messages to add more visual flair and customization options for users.  This update lets you customize the bubble color and background (including the app bar) on a per-conversation basis. The latter adopts a lighter shade than your bubble, while the…

Apple has released urgent software updates to patch two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities impacting iPhones, iPads, and Macs running iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari. The flaws could enable hackers to execute malicious code or access sensitive user information by getting users to visit a malicious website. Apple said it was "aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited against versions of iOS before iOS 16.7.1." Actively Exploited WebKit Browser Engine Bugs Both …

Ensuring your online privacy and safeguarding your data is increasingly essential in a world where our digital footprints can be traced, tracked, and potentially misused.  A plethora of people spend an abundant amount of time surfing the web, engaging in online gaming, travelling, and streaming content, and occasionally they're concerned about the ads that inundate their browsing experience. In such scenarios, understanding and utilizing Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) can be a game-changer…