Thought LeadershipMicrosoft Azure integrates Elon Musk’s Grok 3
Microsoft opened its cloud platform for Elon Musk's Grok AI model on Monday. This makes the Group one of the first major cloud providers to enable enterprise customers to use xAI's AI system.
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Proofpoint buys Hornetsecurity for over one billion dollars
The US IT security provider Proofpoint has announced the acquisition of the German company Hornetsecurity. As revealed on Thursday, the corporation aims to strengthen its offerings in Microsoft 365 security solutions.
Apple plans price increase for upcoming iPhone models
Apple is apparently considering a price increase for the iPhone generation to be released in the fall. However, according to the Wall Street Journal, which cites anonymous sources, the company wants to avoid these price adjustments being linked to the US tariffs on imports from China.
Cursor AI: Malware detected in fake NPM packages
Security researchers have identified three malicious NPM packages posing as developer tools for the AI-supported code editor Cursor. The malware specifically targets macOS users and installs a backdoor in the system.
Nvidia boss Jensen Huang receives spectacular salary increase
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang benefits from Nvidia's success story as the graphics chip giant reaches new financial heights.
LockBit hacker group was hacked
The ransomware group LockBit, known for numerous extortion attacks, has itself become the victim of a hack. Unknown attackers have overwritten the affiliate platforms in the dark web with a clear message: "Don't do crime. CRIME IS BAD xoxo from Prague."
Seagate plans 100-terabyte hard disks
Storage specialist Seagate is on the further development of its hard disk technology. According to Ban-Seng Teh, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of the company, the manufacturer is aiming to launch a hard disk with a capacity of 100 terabytes by 2030.
Broadcom warns VMware perpetual license users
Broadcom has begun sending warning letters to VMware users who continue to use the virtualization software with expired support contracts. According to Broadcom, anyone who continues to benefit from VMware support after the contract has expired is in breach of the user agreements.
NSO: Almost 168 million dollars fine for WhatsApp surveillance
Five years ago, it became known that hundreds of WhatsApp users had been spied on. The developer of the surveillance software has now been fined heavily.
Apple plans iPhone 18 launch in two phases for 2026
Apple is apparently preparing a significant change to its product strategy: The iPhone maker is planning to split the launch of its iPhone 18 range, expected in 2026, into two phases, The Information reports, citing supply chain sources.