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A newly uncovered APT is relying on legitimate services for command-and-control (C&C) communication and data exfiltration, ESET warns. Tracked as GopherWhisper (PDF) and active since at least November 2023, the hacking group is operating out of China, as timestamp inspection of chat messages and emails has revealed. The APT came to the spotlight in January 2025, during the investigation into a Go-based backdoor found on the systems of a governmental entity in Mongolia, which led to the identification of several other backdoors, custom loaders, and injectors associated with the group. Dubbed LaxGopher, the backdoor uses Slack for C&C communication and…

Listen to this audio excerpt from Peter Rossoni, Orion Artemis II Optical Communications System flight manager: Your browser does not support the audio element. As a child, Peter Rossoni watched the Apollo missions launch with his family. In April 2026, he became a part of NASA’s Artemis II mission, helping enable communications as astronauts journeyed around the Moon. Rossoni’s path to NASA began as he followed his parents’ footsteps into science. That foundation eventually led him to laser communications and NASA’s Artemis II test flight. Today, Rossoni is the flight manager for the Orion Artemis II Optical Communication System at…

Just announced, and in the office, meet the Infinix GT 50 Pro, a high-end phone with some clever gaming-centric innovation. You can check out our quick unboxing video here. The Infinix GT 50 Pro comes in Black Abyss, Red Blaze, and Silver Glacier colors, and in either 12/256GB or 12/512GB trim. Prices start from IDR 6,499,000 ($376/€330 converted), and sales begin tomorrow. Let’s unbox it. The phone comes with a 45W charger, a USB cable, and a case with a magnetic ring on the back. Those magnets play a crucial role when using the GT 50 Pro with Infinix’s new…

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android AuthorityKindle users have an old complaint that resurfaces every time a popular book gets a screen adaptation. One day, you open your library expecting a familiar cover and instead, find yourself staring at a glossy movie version. I have a cinephile brother who assigns me reading material the second a book’s rights are bought, so over time, my library has started to look like a movie theater hallway. Fortunately, there’s one way to avoid the same fate. Do you like movie-based book covers on your Kindle?0 votesNo, I hate them.NaN%Yes, I actually prefer them.NaN%I don’t mind…

The world’s largest live-fire cyber defense exercise, Locked Shields 2026, concluded on Friday after bringing together more than 4,000 participants from 41 nations.  Organized by the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (CCDCOE) in Tallinn, Estonia, the event simulated intense real-time cyberattacks against critical infrastructure and military systems, testing defenders’ ability to maintain essential services under pressure. The number of participants was the same as in 2025. Teams were tasked with protecting air defense, e-voting platforms, and other critical infrastructure. In addition to technical skills, Locked Shields tests the ability to deal with disinformation and political pressure. According to…

Humanoid robots are Silicon Valley’s latest obsession, but real-world performance has lagged the hype. That may be starting to change, however, after a robot beat the human record for a half marathon by nearly seven minutes in Beijing.While tech companies around the world are piling into humanoid robots, China has made it a national priority. The government is pouring subsidies and infrastructure investment into the sector, and Chinese firms already account for around 80 percent of the humanoid machines shipped globally, according to the South China Morning Post.Eager to show off its prowess, China has been staging sporting events for…

Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best. Find out more about how we test. ADP is one of the largest providers of payroll, HR, and tax services in the business world, but its products are more often associated with larger enterprises – so RUN powered by ADP is a refreshing change of pace.It’s a payroll and HR platform specifically designed for smaller businesses with fewer than 50 employees. We’ve reviewed all the best HR software, with this particular service built to make potentially…

I can’t get enough of Steam Big Picture mode. Like, I’m legitimately obsessed with Valve’s front room-accommodating UI. Not only does it make PC gaming from the comfort of your couch a breeze, but it’s also the main reason I’ve not touched my PS5 Pro in a year. As intuitive as Steam Big Picture is, not every one of its useful, time-saving features is immediately obvious. If you’ve recently created a Steam account or finally dragged your gaming desktop into your lounge for the first time, let me guide you through the features of this console-like interface I absolutely adore.…

The HDMI cable was a simple yet revolutionary entertainment invention, streamlining and eventually supercharging the transfer of audio and video from a source to a screen near you. The powerful cable quickly established itself as the new operating standard. Decades later, it is still currently the common and effective means of connecting various devices to your TV screen, whether it’s a gaming console, laptop, streaming stick, physical media player, or soundbar. While the HDMI cable is vital for home entertainment, there was a moment some time ago when its ambition outreached its grasp. The HDMI cable was almost even more…

SecurityWeek’s weekly cybersecurity news roundup offers a concise overview of important developments that may not receive full standalone coverage but remain relevant to the broader threat landscape. This curated summary highlights key stories across vulnerability disclosures, emerging attack methods, policy updates, industry reports, and other noteworthy events to help readers maintain a well-rounded awareness of the evolving cybersecurity environment. Here are this week’s highlights: Tennessee hacker gets probation for Supreme Court breaches Nicholas Moore, 25, was sentenced to 12 months of probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor for using stolen credentials to break into the Supreme Court’s e-filing system…