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Ransomware threats on Microsoft devices have increased exponentially in the last few years, with 135 vulnerabilities recorded and 18 more flagged by antivirus programs. In Q1 2021, cyber researchers found 12 such vulnerabilities circulating on the dark web, with open source software also being targeted. AI has been added to the mix, making the threat even more worrisome. Ivanti's Srinivas Mukkamala warns of more devastating attacks to come.

. ChatGPT has become increasingly popular these days, but not without its perils: hackers are disguising their malware as ChatGPT tools in order to gain access to unsuspecting accounts. Meta, the parent company of major social media networks, has blocked 1,000 links to maliciousChatGPT-related software, and encourages users to use the official website when accessing ChatGPT. Be vigilant against malicious browser extensions and always review user feedback and developer websites before downloading!

OpenAI's ChatGPT has returned to Italy after making changes to comply with EU regulations. With age-verification measures, OpenAI is now protecting user privacy better. Plus, a new form has been added for users to exercise their right to erase personal information. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the return and welcomed Italian users back!

. ChatGPT, an AI-driven tool designed to provide quick, accurate responses and generate automated text, has recently been gaining traction in the political arena. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and French union leader Sophie Binet have both faced off against the tool, while Nancy Mace and Barry Finegold in the US have used it to write speeches and draft laws. However, experts urge caution over the untested and possibly biased tool, as it may act unethically, fabricate facts and potentially cause harm. Its political potential is still to be seen and lawmakers should be aware of the need for testing and transparency before relying too heavily on ChatGPT.

Google, a leading provider of internet services, has rolled out an update to its video calling service Meet. With this update, users are now able to mute video feeds of other participants in their meeting, providing an opportunity to focus on the presenter or hide participants with distracting video feeds. This functionality for all Google Workspace customers, as well as legacy G Suite Basic and Business customers, can simply be activated by selecting 'Audio only' before joining. Additionally, admins are now able to customize the background image for their users to suit their brand guidelines.