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Instagram is seen testing two new features in its platform, where one can be slightly intriguing and the other seemed unwanted but welcoming anyway. While the intriguing one is vertically swipe-able stories, and the welcoming one is story views integration from Facebook to Instagram . This means Instagram users can now see total views coming from Facebook for their story posts on their Instagram. These two features are currently available for a few and may come to others soon....

IObit, a utility software maker for the Windows OS has its forum hacked. This malicious access was used by threat actors to distribute their DeroHE ransomware through malicious emails, faking it as a free utility software bundle. Ultimately, the ransomware will encrypt all the files and leaves a ransom note intimating them of the hack. Ransomware Disguised in Free Software IObit, a maker of software like system optimizer and anti-malware for windows OS, has its forum breached....

Fresh leaks of iPhone 15 Pro reveal the handset’s renders, depicting the model’s display design, button sizes, and placement, and the USB connector style. These renders are CAD images obtained from a factory in China, which the OEM usually sends for making suitable cases. Leaked stuff reveals the phone uses a USB-C port, a thicker camera bump, the display frame is more curved than before, etc. iPhone 15 Pro Leaks Apple’s iPhone 15 Series is still months away, but that didn’t stop the leakers and tipsters to pass updates on how these devices would be....

IBM’s cybersecurity wing, X-Force has discovered a server, that’s having training videos of Iranian hackers. The video showed how recruits are accessing user accounts and profiling their data for future purposes. Though it’s not revealed how the gang has got those credentials, it’s shown that they’re validating credentials over 75 websites and profiling. Iranian Hackers Training Videos Leaked! The videos were made using a screen recorder called BandiCam, and were intentionally recorded rather than doubting that one of their malware fired back....

TOKYO, December 26, 2025 – Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has requested ¥1.23 trillion ($7.9 billion) for advanced semiconductors and artificial intelligence in the fiscal 2026 budget, nearly four times the previous allocation, as the government seeks to revive domestic production and strengthen technological competitiveness. The proposal, part of METI’s overall ¥3.07 trillion budget request approved by the cabinet on Friday, reflects a 50% increase in the ministry’s spending....

Type “Kali-undercover” and get a default window installation. In case you are fascinated with the Kali Linux working framework for hacking and infiltration testing, here we have truly amazing news for you. Basically, Kali Linux is used for forensics as well as penetration distribution motives. It has more than 600 penetration-testing programs in the operating system. The very first version of Kali Linux, released in the year 2012, can be installed in the hard disk of the computer and straightly booted from a live CD or live USB on a virtual machine....

Lapsus$, the cybercrime group that created a ruckus in the cybersecurity community recently is continuing its attacks even after a few alleged members of the group were arrested. Lapsus$ recently leaked 70GB worth of data belonging to Globant, an IT company that has clients in several countries. The data included sensitive details, and may possibly impact its clients too, who include Apple, Google, and even UK Metropolitan Police. Lapsus$ Continues Hacking Companies Since late last year, we’re tracking a new cybercrime group called Lapsus$ that’s been targeting high-profile companies around the world....

An internal document leaked to Motherboard revealed that Facebook isn’t having proper insights into how it stores and secures the user data. Also, they warned that Facebook with these policies may face challenges with growing data regulations around the world. A Facebook spokesperson denied these allegations. Improper Handling of User Data Facebook is already tangled with a number of controversies around safeguarding user data. Adding to this, a new report shared with Motherboard reveals more shocking truths about how Facebook is handling the user data, including its policies on keeping an “ open border ” system....

Meta’s head Mark Zuckerberg announced a new digital clothing store for users to style up their virtual avatars in the Meta universe. Soon, users of WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook can buy desired digital clothes for their avatars and use them to boast in their chats. Currently, the store has a motocross outfit, a logo hoodie, and suits from Prada, Balenciaga, and Thom Browne brands, with more coming later. Digital Clothing Store in Meta Making its metaverse plans more interesting, the Zuckerberg-led Meta is launching a new avatar store soon....

In the pursuit of combating the spread of misinformation, Meta has removed about 40 accounts, pages, and groups from Facebook and Instagram. All these accounts are cited with spreading misinformation, thus taken down in the last two days. Also, Meta said attacks against the critical personnel accounts are imminent, so they warned them to be secure. Taking Down Fake Russian Accounts The good part of social media platforms in any critical situation is to manage the information flow....

In the pursuit of making Metaverse possible, Facebook’s Reality Labs showcased a prototype of haptic gloves, which they designed for over seven years. These gloves are fitted with sensors and various new technologies, to let users feel the sensation of holding, touching, running objects in a virtual world. While there’s a long way to go, the makers hope these haptic gloves play an important role in AR/VR world once fully developed....

Microsoft 365 suite comes pre-installed on Windows PCs. It is the default office suite choice for many users, especially those who use the Windows operating system. To use Microsoft 365, you need to be able to sign into your Microsoft 365 account. Microsoft 365 Login problems are common, and anyone can face them. Most of the time, you won’t even get an error message. But are there ways to fix or avoid such issues?...

This is helpful for people who want to know immediately of any emergency advisories Microsoft publishes on spotting a vulnerability and safeguarding themselves. Users need to install an RSS feeder to get the concerned updates. RSS Feeder for Microsoft Updates As per its timeline, Microsoft notifies the community about the latest known vulnerabilities twice a month. And it even comes with a bunch of patches on the second Tuesday update to fix any known vulnerabilities....

While we heard many rumors about Microsoft’s Cloud PC feature, a new support document now confirms this service to be launching soon. As seen, Microsoft has included the Cloud PC API to its latest Graph Technology update and says it’s in preview currently and available for a select group of users. Microsoft Cloud PC For Better Access to Windows 10 Since Microsoft understood that not everyone can support machines to run the regular Windows 10 OS, it revealed to be preparing a lightweight variant of Windows 10 as Windows 10X ....

To tackle the spread of piracy, Microsoft has come up with a new blockchain-based solution called Argus. Argus is an Ethereum based fully transparent program, which incentivizes the anonymous reporters of piracy with bounties. Microsoft hopefully thinks of implementing this technology and bring more piracy efforts down. A New Blockchain-Based Solution Tackling online piracy is a real hassle for copyright holders. They grow in a multitude of ways and rapidly over time....

After a wholesome month of August, Microsoft has published a list of all the features it rolled out on Microsoft Excel this month, including those for Insider channels and the stable channel. The list covers 14 new features rolled out across Microsoft Excel on the web, Windows, mobile, and macOS. Note that the list contains features available for Insiders since March but only made available for everyone in August. Microsoft rounds up a list of 14 new features added to MS Excel The almighty Microsoft Excel has received a tonne of updates across the platform – 14 to be exact which includes both dynamic arrays and functions around text manipulation....

REDMOND, Washington, January 14, 2026 – Microsoft released an out-of-band update on Tuesday to fix a widespread issue that prevented some Windows 11 devices from shutting down or restarting properly after the January 2025 security patch (KB5050009). The problem affected a subset of systems running Windows 11 version 24H2, causing the shutdown process to hang indefinitely or fail silently. Users reported being forced to hold the power button for hard resets, risking data corruption or hardware strain....

Office 2019 looks very similar to its previous version, i.e., Office 2016. But the 2019 version contains several updates and changes you should know about. One significant change is that this is only available for Windows 10 , or if you have a Mac, you need to have the three most recent versions of Mac OS. However, as we know, MS Office has become a vital part of our professional life, and we are now almost dependent upon the services provided by Microsoft....

Recently, Microsoft launched Windows 365 Cloud-based virtual desktop that lets the enterprise use Windows 10 Cloud PCs on the cloud. The free trial of the service was going on, but unfortunately, the free servers ran out of capacity , and the company pauses the free trials of Windows 365. Windows 365 Runs Out of Free Trial Servers The Cloud PCs come in different hardware configurations depending on CPU, memory, and storage....

As per reports, Microsoft is set to launch a whole new revamped Windows 10 OS in mid this year. This is being marketed as “The New Windows”, and is possibly referring to the Windows 10 Sun Valley update or the Windows 10X. This could see the drastic UI changes in Start Menu, Action Center, File Explorer, etc sections. Microsoft’s “The New Windows” Update <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://techdator.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Microsoft-to-Launch-The-New-Windows-Design-Update-Soon.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Microsoft to Launch “The New Windows” Design Update Soon - 1”>...