UK government issues Windows 11 upgrade warning ahead of Windows 10 end of life
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is advising organizations to prepare now for the Windows 11 upgrade ahead of Windows 10 reaching end of support on 14 October 2025, if they haven’t already done so.
The advice highlights the importance of meeting new hardware requirements and securing devices ahead of the deadline.
Stanford University study finds AI-based therapy has ‘significant risks’
Access to psychotherapy remains something that many people cannot afford, so it is hardly surprising that increasing numbers of people are turning to AI therapists for help.
It is not just cost that attracts people to seek therapy from artificial intelligence. Demand for therapy is high and waiting lists can be long. There are also considerations such as the difficulties some clients face accessing the help they seek because of living in a remote location, or having an unreliable internet connection. The persistent stigma associated with seeking therapy can also serve as an obstacle that stands in the way of people reaching out to a qualified, human therapist.
Instagram opens up Trial Reels feature to more creators
We first heard about Trial Reels last year, and Instagram launched the feature to a limited number of creators back in December. Now the social media giant is giving more people access to the feature which is designed to help grow a following.
There is not yet free access to Trial Reels for everyone and anyone; there are entry requirements. The promotion tool is aimed at creators, and a following of at least 1,000 is needed to get started. You will also need to have an account that is set to public. So, if you meet these criteria, what does Trial Reels mean for you?
The searches that reveal the most common email mistakes
It’s known as an ohnosecond -- that moment just after you realize that you’ve made a mistake. Something that happens frequently with emails when you press send too soon, do reply all when you didn’t meant to, or just send a message to the wrong person.
A new study from ZeroBounce has analyzed search data from Google Keyword Planner to determine which email mistakes UK residents commonly make and need help fixing.
In five seconds, this SSD will self-destruct: 5… 4… 3… 2…
When we think about storage, the primary concern is usually reliability – you need to know that the data you save remain safe and accessible. But there are plenty of other things to consider, and new offerings from TEAMGROUP takes a unique approach to security.
With the internal P250Q‑M80 NVMe SSD and the portable T‑Create Expert P35S external, there is not only military-grade AES-256 encryption to ensure data is not going to fall into the wrong hands, but also an uninterruptible self-destruct option. Push a red button on either of the devices and they can be wiped, or completely nuked – and nothing can stop the process.
Addressing key tech challenges in the public sector [Q&A]
Earlier this year the UK government released its State of digital government review, looking at how the public sector must urgently transform the way it approaches digital technology.
But with escalating cybersecurity threats, fragmented data strategies, and a widening digital skills gap, the sector may be setting itself up to fail. We spoke to Adam Casey, director of cyber security and CISO at tmc3, a Qodea company, to discuss the challenges the report raises and how they can be addressed.
Belkin is ending cloud support for many Wemo smart devices
Belkin has announced that it is ending support for a large number of its Wemo products. The company has given users just six month’s notices that their smart devices will not only no longer be supported, but that key features such as remote control and integration with voice assistants will also cease.
The announcement means that more than 20 Belkin products will be rendered near-useless when the cut-off date of January 31, 2026 rolls around. The list of devices that will reach end of support includes smart plugs, smart lighting systems and may more. While some of the affected products are a decade old, others are less than two years old.
Windows 11 Build 27898 introduces taskbar icon scaling and system recovery improvements
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to the Canary Channel.
This update introduces features aimed at improving usability and recovery, including taskbar icon scaling, quick machine recovery, and enhancements to accessibility tools like voice access and Narrator.
Supply chain issues pose major risks to financial organizations
While banks and financial institutions generally have strong defenses, third-party vendors often lack the same levels of security, something that can offer providing attackers indirect access to the institutions they serve.
A new report from Black Kite examines the shifting landscape of cyber threats in the financial sector, highlighting the critical importance of understanding and mitigating the hidden dangers within the vendor ecosystem.
Philips launches a 4K gaming monitor built for speed and clarity
Philips has launched a gaming-focused monitor that promises to blend high-speed performance with high-resolution visuals.
The Evnia 27M2N3800A features a unique Dual Mode setting that allows users to switch between 4K UHD at 160Hz and Full HD at 320Hz, offering flexibility for both fast-paced and visually immersive games.
This ergonomic AI mechanical keyboard is built for modern productivity
Adesso has launched a mechanical keyboard that combines ergonomic comfort with direct AI access via a built-in hotkey that allows users to access tools like Microsoft CoPilot or similar platforms.
It is designed to help streamline tasks like coding, writing, or content creation. The hotkey connects users to AI-powered suggestions and completions instantly, without needing to launch separate software.
Over half of employees fall for mobile phishing scams
A new report shows that security leaders have false confidence in their capabilities and employees when it comes to mobile security. While 96 percent are confident their employees can spot a phishing attempt, 58 percent have reported incidents where employees fell victim to executive impersonation scams via text message.
The study from Lookout, of more than 700 security leaders globally, underscores a critical need for organizations to rethink their cybersecurity strategies, particularly around the human-risk factors for social-engineering attacks.
YouTube is dropping the Trending page as it shakes up content discovery
Google has announced an upcoming change to YouTube that will see it dropping the Trending page that was introduced 10 years ago. The company says that it is shifting to charts for different video genres in response to changes in the way users discover and consume content.
A decade after it first appeared, the Trending page is now far less popular than it used to be. This is partly because of fragmentation, but also because of the sheer volume of content that is uploaded every day.
International collaboration aims to combat deepfakes and AI misuse
There’s increasing concern about the use of deepfakes and artificial intelligence to spread misinformation and contribute to fraudulent activity.
Today at the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, the AI and Multimedia Authenticity Standards Collaboration (AMAS), a global, multistakeholder initiative led by the World Standards Cooperation has today launched two flagship papers offering recommendations to guide the governance of AI globally and combat mis-and-disinformation.
Google launches Android Canary channel for beta testing early builds
Just as it did some years ago for its Chrome browser, Google has announced a new Canary channel for Android. Aimed at developers, the idea behind Android Canary is to provide early access to not only new features but also APIs.
Beta testing software is an exciting way to get to try out the latest features of a products faster, and it gives companies a way to try out new ideas and get feedback. While the availability of a new testing channel for Android is good news for many, there is something of a caveat.
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