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- 1China Weighs Letting ByteDance, Alibaba Buy New Nvidia ChipsβChina weighs allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to buy new Nvidia chips, The Information reports
Chinese authorities are considering allowing ByteDance and Alibaba to purchase Nvidia's newest AI chips, according to a report by The Information picked up by Reuters. The possible approval would ease restrictions on two of China's largest technology companies as they race to build computing power for artificial intelligence. The report is drawing attention because it signals a potential shift in how Beijing balances domestic chip policy against its tech sector's demand for leading-edge semiconductors.
- 2Physicists Set New Record With Giant SchrΓΆdinger's Cat StateβPhysicists Created a Record-Breaking SchrΓΆdinger's Cat With Some of The Weirdest Atoms in Physics
Physicists report creating a record-breaking SchrΓΆdinger's cat state using some of the strangest atoms known to physics, pushing quantum superposition to unprecedented scale. The achievement, covered by ScienceAlert, points to progress in controlling quantum states of matter. Researchers say such experiments test the limits of quantum mechanics and could inform future quantum technologies.
- 3China May Allow Alibaba to Buy New Nvidia ChipsβChina May Let Alibaba Buy New Nvidia Chips, The Information Says
China may permit Alibaba to purchase Nvidia's newest chips, according to a report by The Information picked up by Bloomberg. The potential decision would mark a shift in Beijing's stance on access to advanced US semiconductors, which have been constrained by export controls and trade tensions. The move would matter for Alibaba's cloud and AI ambitions, and it is drawing attention as a possible sign of easing US-China tech friction.
- 4China Weighs Approving Nvidia Chip Purchases by ByteDance, AlibabaβChina Weighs Allowing Purchases of New Nvidia Chips by ByteDance, Alibaba
China is considering allowing ByteDance and Alibaba to buy Nvidia's newest chips, according to a report by The Information. The decision would mark a shift in Beijing's stance on American semiconductors amid ongoing US-China export restrictions, and would be significant for the two companies' artificial intelligence ambitions.
- 5China may allow Alibaba and ByteDance to buy new Nvidia chipsβChina may let Alibaba, ByteDance buy new Nvidia chips, The Information reports
China may allow Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase new Nvidia chips, according to a report by The Information. The potential decision would mark a shift in Beijing's stance on access to advanced US semiconductor technology for its largest technology companies, which rely heavily on Nvidia chips for artificial intelligence development.
- 6Blanche defends White House press access ban as litigation continuesβAG Blanche addresses White House news outlet ban amid litigation, calls access 'a privilege ... not a right'
Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the White House's decision to bar a news outlet from press access, telling reporters that covering the president is 'a privilege, not a right'. His remarks came as legal challenges over the ban move through the courts. Press freedom groups and other news organizations have criticized the policy, arguing it restricts the public's access to information about the administration.
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French unions have called a day of action on 29 September, dubbed a 'black day', with widespread disruptions expected across public transport, including trains and Paris transit. News outlets are outlining what commuters should expect, and many people are checking schedules and planning alternative arrangements ahead of the protest.
- 8China weighs allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to buy new Nvidia chipsβChina weighs allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to buy new Nvidia chips: The Information
Chinese regulators are considering approving purchases of new Nvidia chips by ByteDance and Alibaba, according to a report by The Information. The decision would mark a significant shift in access to advanced US-made AI hardware, which has been restricted amid US-China tech tensions, and Chinese firms have been pushing for alternative supply or domestic substitutes.
- 9China may allow Alibaba and ByteDance to buy Nvidia chipsβChina may permit Alibaba, ByteDance to buy new Nvidia chips β The Information
China may permit Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase new Nvidia chips, according to a report by The Information picked up by Investing.com and Yahoo Finance. If confirmed, the move would ease restrictions on two of China's largest technology companies and reopen a key channel for American semiconductor sales that had been constrained by tightening export controls and trade tensions.
- 10Clinical Trial Data Exposed in Academic Database BreachesβClinical trial data including genetic and medical history information has been exposed in academic research database bre
Breaches of academic research databases have exposed clinical trial data, including genetic and medical history information, affecting thousands of study participants. Privacy advocates are urging those affected to exercise their HIPAA rights by requesting their medical records and a list of everyone those records were shared with, and to correct any errors. The incident has renewed concerns about how research institutions safeguard sensitive participant data.
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A Quanta Magazine article explaining the holographic principle in physics is being discussed on Hacker News. The idea is that gravity in a volume of space can be described by information encoded on that volume's boundary, as in the AdS/CFT correspondence, suggesting three-dimensional reality may emerge from lower-dimensional information. Commenters on the post are debating what this implies about the fundamental nature of space, time and whether reality is a projection.
- 12Quest urges passport replacement after security breachβQuest tells customers to replace passports after security breach | ABC NEWS
Quest is telling customers to replace their passports following a security breach that exposed personal data. The advice has prompted concern among affected travellers, who face the cost and hassle of reissuing documents. The company has not detailed how many customers are affected, but the recommendation to replace passports suggests sensitive identity information was compromised.
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Pakistan are playing Hong Kong in the men's cricket quarter-final at the 2026 Asian Games, with broadcasters and streaming details drawing wide interest from fans. The match is trending heavily in Pakistan, India, Australia and Canada as viewers look for when and where to watch live coverage of the tie.
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Pakistan are playing Hong Kong in the men's cricket quarter-final at the Asian Games. The match is drawing heavy interest across several countries, with broadcasters and sports outlets detailing when and where to watch the live telecast and streaming. Fans are searching for lineups, scores and streaming details as Pakistan, one of the tournament's strongest teams, aim to move a step closer to a medal in Japan-format Twenty20 cricket at the Games.
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The Pentagon is dealing with a data breach affecting US military personnel, according to news reports. Details about the scale of the breach, the type of data exposed, and who may be responsible have not yet been disclosed, but the incident raises fresh concerns about the security of sensitive military and personal information held by the US Department of Defense.
- 16Privacy concerns loom over Big Tech's AI gadget pushβSmart glasses, AI gadgets: Privacy challenges Big Tech's next bet | Daily Sabah
Big Tech is betting on smart glasses and AI-powered gadgets as its next major product category, but the devices face significant privacy challenges. Always-on cameras, microphones and AI assistants that continuously collect ambient data raise questions about consent, surveillance in public spaces and how companies will safeguard the information these wearables gather. The debate centres on whether consumers will accept the trade-off between convenience and constant data collection.
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Labcorp has reached a settlement over a data breach, with $100,000 of the payout allocated to North Carolina. The agreement resolves claims that the diagnostic laboratory company failed to protect customer personal information. Details on the total settlement amount, the number of affected consumers, and eligibility for individual payments have not yet been made clear in early reports.
- 18Walmart denies using personal data to set individualized pricesβWalmart says retail giant and AI shopping assistant aren't using personal information to set prices
Walmart has stated that neither the company nor its AI shopping assistant uses customers' personal information to determine prices. The retail giant moved to reassure shoppers amid growing public concern that AI tools could enable personalized or surge-style pricing based on individual browsing and purchase data. The statement comes as retailers face increased scrutiny over how artificial intelligence and customer data are used in pricing decisions.
- 19New Android malware RatHat records screen touches to steal passwordsβRatHat is a new Android malware that records your screen touches to steal passwords
Security reports describe RatHat, a newly identified Android malware that records users' screen touches in order to capture passwords and other credentials. By logging taps as people unlock their phones or enter login details, the malware can reconstruct sensitive information. Mobile users are being warned to keep devices updated and avoid installing apps from untrusted sources.
- 20FBI Confirms Cyber Security Incident Linked to ShinyHuntersβFBI Confirms Cyber Security Incident: ShinyHunters Hack
The FBI has confirmed a cyber security incident connected to the hacking group ShinyHunters. Details about the scope of the breach and which organisations or data were affected have not yet been made public. ShinyHunters is a group previously linked to large-scale data thefts involving major companies, and the confirmation is drawing attention from security watchers awaiting further official information.
- 21Labcorp to pay $2.3 million over data breach affecting 451,558 Marylandersβ451,558 Marylanders Impacted By Labcorp Data Breach; Company Reaches $2.3 Million Settlement
Laboratory testing company Labcorp has reached a $2.3 million settlement following a data breach that exposed the personal information of 451,558 Maryland residents. The agreement resolves claims stemming from the breach, which affected a large share of the state's population and raised concerns about how the company safeguarded sensitive customer data.
- 22AI Agents Begin Autonomous Crawling of Government WebsitesβAI Agents Are Starting to Wander Around Government Websites on Their Own. The Internet Wasnβt Built for This.
Autonomous AI agents are increasingly browsing government websites on their own, following links, filling forms and retrieving information without direct human instruction. The report argues the internet's architecture was not designed for machine-driven traffic of this kind, raising concerns about server loads, security and accountability. The discussion feeds a wider debate over how public services should handle automated visitors as agent-based AI tools proliferate.
- 23NHS trust pulls 10 staff from duty over data breachβNHS trust removes 10 staff from active duty over Noah Woods data breach investigation
An NHS trust has removed 10 members of staff from active duty as part of an investigation into a data breach involving a patient identified as Noah Woods. The move signals the trust is treating the potential mishandling of patient information as a serious matter, with the affected employees stood down while inquiries continue. The case has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about data protection standards within the health service.
- 24States Settle With Labcorp Over Medical Data BreachβAttorney General Raoul Announces Multistate Settlement With Labcorp Over American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a multistate settlement with Labcorp connected to the data breach at American Medical Collection Agency, the billing firm whose 2019 hack exposed personal and financial information of millions of laboratory patients. The agreement resolves states' claims over the company's handling of the breach and its vendor oversight.
- 25CIA warned Europe of possible Russian drone attackβThe CIA warned European governments of a possible Russian drone attack on Spain, France, or Italy American intelligence
US intelligence, according to reports shared by the CIA with several European governments, has information that Russia may be preparing a drone attack on Spain, France, or Italy. The warning has spread rapidly across European social media, with users in Italy, Spain, and France debating the credibility of the intelligence and what a strike on a Mediterranean country would mean for NATO and European security.
- 26Simba data breach affects over 23,500 customersβMore than 23,500 Simba customers affected in data breach involving IC numbers, birth dates
More than 23,500 Simba customers have been affected by a data breach involving their IC numbers and birth dates, according to CNA. The leak of personally identifiable information raises concerns about identity theft and fraud risks for those affected, and questions over how the telco stored and protected customer data. Authorities and affected customers will likely seek details on the breach's cause and remediation steps.
- 27NHS trust suspends 10 staff over Noah Woods data breachβNHS trust removes 10 staff from duty over Noah Woods data breach
An NHS trust has removed 10 members of staff from duty following a data breach involving Noah Woods. The Telegraph reports the action as the most significant response to the incident so far. Details about what information was accessed, how many patients were affected, and whether police or regulators are involved have not yet been confirmed, and the trust has not named the staff members' roles.
- 28Simba data breach exposes details of 23,500 customersβPersonal information of over 23,500 Simba customers leaked in data breach
Personal information of more than 23,500 Simba customers has been leaked in a data breach. The incident, reported by Singapore media including The Straits Times and Business Times, raises fresh concerns about how the mattress retailer safeguards customer data and follows growing scrutiny of data protection practices among consumer companies in the region.
- 29Google turns 28: the story behind the search engine that changed the webβGoogle turns 28: the story behind the search engine that revolutionized the Internet
Google is marking its 28th anniversary, prompting outlets to revisit the company's origins as a research project by Larry Page and Sergey Brin and its rise into the search engine that reshaped how people access information online. Coverage reflects on its growth into one of the world's most influential technology companies and its lasting impact on the internet.
- 30NHS trust suspends 10 staff after Noah Woods data breachβNHS trust suspends 10 employees after Noah Woods data breach | ITV News
An NHS trust has suspended 10 employees following a data breach involving a patient identified as Noah Woods, ITV News reports. The suspensions suggest staff are suspected of improperly accessing or sharing the child's records. Details of what information was accessed and whether patients' families have been notified have not been disclosed, and it is not yet clear whether any regulatory or police investigation is under way.
- 31Simba data breach in Singapore affects 23,549 customersβData breach in Singapore affects 23,549 Simba customers β Channel NewsAsia
A data breach in Singapore has affected 23,549 customers of Simba, according to Channel NewsAsia. The report confirms the number of customers whose data was exposed but gives no further details in the available information about what data was taken, how the breach occurred, or what response is underway. The incident is drawing attention amid ongoing concerns about data security among Singapore companies.
- 32When AI Tells a Story About Your Health, Is It True?βOpinion | When AI Tells a Story About Your Health, Is It True?
A Wall Street Journal opinion piece asks whether health narratives generated by artificial intelligence can be trusted. The article weighs the growing use of AI to interpret personal medical data and tell patients stories about their own conditions, raising questions about accuracy, nuance and the risk of misleading conclusions. It adds to a wider debate over how much authority AI-generated health information should carry for patients and doctors.
- 3323,549 Simba customers' data leaked in breachβ23,549 Simba customersβ personal info leaked in data breach, including names & IC numbers
Simba, the Singapore-based telecoms provider, has suffered a data breach affecting 23,549 customers. Leaked information reportedly includes names and identification (IC) numbers, raising concerns about identity theft and fraud. The incident adds to a string of cybersecurity failures affecting companies holding sensitive personal data, and customers are likely awaiting guidance on what steps to take to protect themselves.
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The Philippines' Department of Information and Communications Technology is investigating a possible data breach at the EMB. Details about the scale of the suspected breach and the data involved have not yet been released, and authorities have not said who may be responsible. The probe follows heightened concern in the country over repeated leaks of personal and government data.
- 35Law firm investigates MedImpact data breach exposing Social Security numbersβMEDIMPACT DATA BREACH: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Social Security Numbers and Health Information
MedImpact, a US pharmacy benefits manager, has suffered a data breach exposing Social Security numbers and health information. Law firm Edelson Lechtzin LLP has launched an investigation into the incident, a common first step toward a potential class action lawsuit. The inquiry signals growing legal scrutiny of the breach and its impact on affected individuals' sensitive personal and medical data.
- 36Five men arrested near UK military base over alleged terror plotβBREAKING: 5 men ARRESTED near military base in UK for allegedly preparing terror attack
British authorities have arrested five men near a military base in the UK on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack. The arrests were announced in breaking news coverage and are drawing widespread attention as details about the suspects, their alleged target and the nature of the plot have not yet been disclosed. Police and counterterrorism units are expected to release further information as the investigation continues.
- 37NHS Trust removes 10 staff over Noah Woods data breach concernsβNHS Trust removes 10 people amid concerns over Noah Woods βdata breachβ
An NHS Trust has removed 10 people from their roles amid concerns relating to a reported data breach connected to Noah Woods. The move has been reported by multiple regional outlets including the Belfast Telegraph. Details about the nature of the suspected breach, the individuals removed, or whether patients' records were affected have not been made public, and it remains unclear whether any further investigation is under way.
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Authorities say they thwarted a suspected terrorist attack near a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom. Details about the suspects, the alleged plot, and the location have not yet been released. The story is developing, and officials are expected to provide more information as the investigation continues. The incident has drawn attention given the presence of U.S. military personnel at the base and ongoing security concerns in the region.
- 39Walmart denies using personal data for pricing as digital shelf labels expandβWalmart says it's not using personal information to set prices as it expands digital shelf labels
Walmart says it is not using shoppers' personal information to set prices as it rolls out digital shelf labels in more of its US stores. The company addressed privacy concerns raised around the technology, which lets stores change prices remotely instead of with paper tags. The statement comes as retailers face growing scrutiny over personalized and surveillance-based pricing.
- 40Counter-terror police lead probe into major incident near RAF baseβCounter-terror police lead investigation into major incident near RAF base, officials say | BBC News
Counter-terrorism police are leading the investigation into a major incident near an RAF base in the UK, officials say. Details about the nature of the incident have not yet been released, with authorities confirming only that specialist officers have taken charge of the inquiry. The involvement of counter-terror units near a military airfield is drawing widespread public and media attention as further information is awaited.