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Cybersecurity experts urge smartphone users to switch off WiFi when not in use

A new cybersecurity report is challenging common safety beliefs, stating that even cautious smartphone owners remain vulnerable. The French government’s digital security team, CERT-FR, warns that constant Wi-Fi and Bluetooth use creates a significant, often overlooked, entry point for attackers. The authority’s latest analysis, reviewing threats since 2025, identifies public networks as especially dangerous. Hackers […]

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AI image generators repeatedly use the same 12 visual styles — study

A new study reveals that artificial intelligence image generators often lack originality, repeatedly producing pictures from just a dozen common visual styles. This happens even though the technology is trained on vast libraries of online images. Researchers played a “visual telephone” game with AI models to test their creativity. They used Stable Diffusion XL to […]

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Popular TV manufacturers sued for ‘spying’ on customers

Texas has launched a major legal battle against five leading television manufacturers. The state filed lawsuits against Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense, and TCL, alleging they secretly monitor customers. The legal complaints focus on a common smart TV feature called Automated Content Recognition (ACR). Texas claims this software captures snapshots of the screen every few moments. […]

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Filipino-built manned drone to debut at 2026 Hot Air Balloon Fiesta

A drone developed by Filipino engineers is set to take center stage at the country’s premier aviation celebration next year. The 26th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will feature the public debut of the “Hoverbike Air X1,” a manned drone designed and constructed entirely in the Philippines. The event runs from February 13 to […]

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Ani-One Philippines launches new YouTube channel for free anime marathons

A new YouTube channel is set to change how anime enthusiasts in the Philippines watch their favorite shows. Ani-One Philippines has introduced the “Ani-One PH Collection,” a platform built specifically for extended, uninterrupted streaming sessions. The channel, accessible at @AniOnePHCollection on YouTube, features a novel approach to content. It hosts complete seasons of popular series […]

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DepEd to broadcast school lessons on TV for areas with poor internet connection

To ensure learning continues regardless of internet access, the Department of Education is launching a major new television initiative. Partnering with the Knowledge Channel Foundation and Solar Learning, DepEd will broadcast full lessons directly to homes and classrooms starting next school year. The service, an expansion of the DepEd TV project, will use a combination […]