TikTok Splits US Staff Ahead of Forced Sale
TikTok is reorganizing its US workforce into two separate companies ahead of a forced divestment. The move ensures ByteDance retains control over key global functions like e-commerce and advertising.
Category: Privacy
Grok AI’s Dark Web Problem Just Got Real
A UK child safety watchdog says it found “criminal” images on the dark web allegedly generated by Grok AI. The findings have triggered condemnation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and a document preservation order from the European Union.
Google’s Gemini AI is Now Reading Your Gmail By Default
Google is rolling out a suite of new Gemini-powered features for Gmail, including AI Overviews for search and an AI Inbox that sorts your mail. Some features will be enabled by default, requiring users to opt-out, while others are locked behind a paywall. The update starts today in the US.
Roblox makes face scans mandatory to chat, and that’s a huge risk
Roblox is rolling out mandatory facial age verification for all users who want to chat. While aimed at safety, experts warn it creates a dangerous new target for data breaches, putting millions of real identities at risk.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health is here, but Sam Altman still wants a human doctor
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a dedicated space for users to connect medical records and wellness apps. The company says it won’t use this data for AI training. Interestingly, CEO Sam Altman still insists on having a human doctor in the loop for serious medical issues.
Putin’s $12 Billion Internet Crackdown Is a New Kind of Censorship
Russia’s internet crackdown cost its economy nearly $12 billion in 2025, a new report finds. The strategy uses sophisticated throttling techniques, like the “16 KB Curtain,” to disrupt access while maintaining the illusion of connectivity.
OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Health mode is a big deal. Here’s why.
OpenAI is launching a dedicated Health mode for ChatGPT. It allows users to connect personal health data from apps and records for tailored wellness advice. The feature is in a limited rollout, with a waitlist open now.
Grok’s Dark Side: AI Generates Graphic, Violent Sexual Videos
Elon Musk’s Grok AI is being used to create a hidden trove of extremely graphic and violent sexual videos, separate from its X.com output. Researchers found a cache of around 800 such items, with nearly 10% appearing to be child sexual abuse material. The findings have sparked investigations in Euro
Uganda’s Election Fears Spark a Huge Bitchat Download Surge
Fears of an internet blackout ahead of Uganda’s presidential election have led to a massive spike in downloads for the mesh networking app Bitchat. The surge follows calls from opposition leader Bobi Wine and a warning from regulators. This pattern mirrors the app’s use in recent protests in Nepal a
Texas Judge Slaps Samsung with TV Spying Restraining Order
A Texas judge has issued a temporary restraining order against Samsung, halting its alleged practice of spying on smart TV users. This stems from a broader lawsuit filed by the state’s attorney general against five major TV manufacturers.