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• Interpol reveals successful law enforcement operation across seven African countries
• More than 300 people were arrested, and around 2,000 electronic devices seized
• Roughly $100,000 was recovered, Interpol says

Interpol and a coalition of seven African law enforcement agencies have recently arrested more than 300 people and seized almost 2,000 electronic devices in a major crackdown on cybercrime.

The agency said Operation Red Card, which was active between November 2024 and February 2025, aimed to “disrupt and dismantle cross-border criminal networks which cause significant harm to individuals and businesses”.

More than 5,000 people fell victim, Interpol said, adding that over $305,000 was stolen through social engineering scams in Rwanda alone. Just over $100,000 was recovered. The operation included Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Togo and Zambia.

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The individuals were involved in all sorts of criminal activity, Interpol said.

They were running mobile banking scams, investment fraud, online casino scams, SIM box fraud and smishing, malware-based phone hacking, impersonation, and more. They were laundering the stolen money through digital assets.

Interpol was also provided intelligence by three cybersecurity outfits: Group-IB, Trend Micro, and Kaspersky.

The latter firm said it analyzed a sample of Android malware allegedly used to target African users and shared it with law enforcement, together with data on related infrastructure.

Interpol added Nigerian authorities established, “some of the people working in the scam centres may also be victims of human trafficking, forced or coerced into criminal activities.”

The findings also led to the police seizing 26 vehicles, 16 houses, 39 plots of land, and 685 devices. It is not known if the assets were purchased with stolen money.

“The success of Operation Red Card demonstrates the power of international cooperation in combating cybercrime, which knows no borders and can have devastating effects on individuals and communities. The recovery of significant assets and devices, as well as the arrest of key suspects, sends a strong message to cybercriminals that their activities will not go unpunished, commented Neal Jetton, INTERPOL’s Director of the Cybercrime Directorate.

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• Fiio FX17 in-ear monitors are extremely high-end in-ear monitors
• 8 electrostatic drivers, 4 custom Knowles BA drivers per ear
• 3 connection options, including USB-C with an elite DAC

I think FiiO's engineers may have been on the Red Bull: how, other than if you're absurdly over-caffeinated, do you decide to put 26 speaker drivers into a single pair of IEMs?

They don't look like they've got 13 drivers apiece, but the FiiO FX17 do – and they're there because FiiO wants to get the full benefit of their different sonic powers.

That means mixing up electrostatic, balanced armature and dynamic drivers to deliver what FiiO says is a "generational step forward in IEM design".

It looks like a weird motorcycle engine but we're assured this is the inside of FiiO's new flagship IEMs. (Image credit: FiiO) Drive, baby, drive

The FX17 have eight electrostatic drivers, four custom Knowles balanced armature drivers with extra vents, and a dynamic driver in each bud, made with a lithium-magnesium alloy. That's extremely light and extremely rigid, delivering very precise audio with significantly reduced vibration and resonance.

Those drivers are packed into good-looking titanium shells milled from a single block and polished by hand, and they're connected via a three-metal cable – gold, silver and copper – that comes with three swappable terminators: 3.5mm, 4.4mm balanced and USB-C.

That latter connection includes a built-in DSP audio decoding chip that supports up to 32-bit/384kHz high-resolution PCM. And it also enables you to customize the frequency curve of your FX17s via its eight-band high-precision PEQ, which you can control via the companion app or web interface.

The FiiO FX17 will be priced at £1,399 / $1,499 / about AU$2,873 which is a major high-end price to match the specs – we usually rate Fiio for the amazing value its products offer, such as the Fiio M11S or the Fiio FT5. These might still be good value, just at a totally different end of the market… we look forward to comparing them to the best wired earbuds after they’re available from April 14th.

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The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 4 is the most unusual laptop I’ve ever reviewed. Not only does it have a color E Ink display on its lid, but it also features a hinge that lets you swivel the screen 180°. Note that isn’t 360°, which is a shame – I kept trying to twist it in the wrong direction.

So, let’s address the obvious question: why? According to Lenovo, it offers four modes: laptop, tablet, e-paper and typewriting. It also ships with a stylus – although sadly there’s nowhere for it to be stowed – so you can write, annotate and draw on it. I find the Apple Pencil more enjoyable to write with thanks to its greater heft and girth, and while Lenovo’s stylus is precise it’s still no match for a real pen and paper.

The color E Ink display is meant to make reading books and taking notes feel similar to performing the same acts on real paper. It can show anything the OLED panel can, so you aren’t reduced to viewing content made specifically for e-readers. While a novel feature, I wouldn’t recommend it due to the E Ink panel’s low 12Hz refresh rate. Scrolling web pages or documents is choppy, and a ghosting effect (when traces of a previous image remain on screen) adds to the annoyance.

…but the hinged lid allows you to swivel the display by 180º… (Image credit: Future)

Colors on the E Ink panel also look washed out at best, hitting 0.4% (that is not a typo!) of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Still, it’s better to have some color than none at all.

If all you’re doing is reading or using it as a typewriter, then the E Ink display still has its advantages. For a start, it’s easier on the eyes, but it also cuts down on distractions. Switch on the Lenovo Reader mode and you can devour ebooks, while you can use Lenovo Notebook to scribble notes. If the performance is too sluggish, you can also use Reader and Notebook with the OLED display.

This 13.3in touchscreen panel is as vibrant as you would expect, covering 100% of the DCI-P3 gamut with an average Delta E of 0.21. It’s bright, too, hitting 360cd/m2 in our SDR tests and 480cd/m2 with HDR content.

…to reveal a versatile 12.2in color E Ink screen (Image credit: Future)

You can happily watch films on the ThinkBook Plus without headphones, thanks to clear audio and plenty of volume without distortion. Music lovers won’t appreciate the lack of bass on offer, however.

Bearing in mind that Lenovo is pitching the ThinkBook Plus as a typewriter, it’s a shame that it isn’t part of the ThinkPad range with its deep key travel. Still, I found the keys snappy and responsive, and even though this is a compact laptop it never felt cramped when typing (and I have big hands). The trackpad’s small footprint proved more challenging, not always registering my gestures.

While I say compact, I don’t say light. At 1.4kg, this is substantially heavier than the streamlined 13in laptops we see elsewhere, with many now ducking under 1kg. What’s more, they’ll offer far better battery life than the Plus, which gave up after 6hrs 50mins of our web-surfing rundown test. That’s poor.

Finally we come to speed, which is in line with expectations for a laptop with a Core i7-1355U. It’s extremely fast for day-to-day operations, but those who use heavyweight apps or want to play AAA games should look elsewhere. Only one configuration is on sale, with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, which also restricts usage, but not as much as the fact that Lenovo UK hasn’t announced a release date or price yet.

(Image credit: Future)

So, should you rush over to the US and spend $3,039 on this machine? For the vast majority of people, the answer to that is a straightforward no. That’s a shame, as I really wanted to love the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 4. After all, it’s not every day you come across a 2-in-1 with a built-in color E Ink display and twistable hinge. As foldable phones have shown, having a device that serves multiple functions is advantageous. But while the idea behind this ThinkBook Plus sounds great on paper, it doesn’t live up to the promise — especially for a device at this price.

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• Researchers spot critical vulnerability in Next.js
• If authorizations happen in middleware, they could be bypassed in older versions
• A patch, and a temporary workaround, are both available, so update now

Experts have warned there is a critical severity flaw in the Next.js open source web development framework which allows threat actors to bypass authorization checks.

Security researcher Rachid.A from Zhero Web Security posted an in-depth analysis of the findings, with the vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-29927, and receiving a severity score of 9.1/10 (critical).

Prior to versions 14.2.25, and 15.2.3, it was possible to bypass authorization checks in Next.js, if they happen in middleware.

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Next.js is a popular React framework for building web applications, offering features like server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and API routes.

It’s widely used for SEO-friendly and high-performance websites, including ecommerce platforms and dashboards.

Next.js is backed by Vercel and is used by major companies like Netflix, TikTok, and GitHub, making it one of the most adopted frameworks for modern web development. It counts more than 9 million weekly downloads on npm.

Middleware in Next.js is a function that runs before a request is completed, allowing developers to modify requests and responses, handle authentication, or implement redirects. The function is useful for tasks like user authentication, A/B testing, and localization without affecting page load speed.

It was also stated that just self-hosted versions, using ‘next start’ with ‘output:standalone’. Apps hosted on Vercel or Nerlify, or deployed as static exports, are not affected.

Ideally, users should patch to the above-mentioned versions to mitigate any chances of exploits. However, those that cannot apply the patch so fast are advised to prevent external user requests which contain the x-middleware-subrequest header from reaching the Next.js application.

“This vulnerability has been present for several years in the next.js source code, evolving with the middleware and its changes over the versions,” the researcher concluded, before stressing that Next.js is “widely used across critical sectors, from banking services to blockchain”.

Via BleepingComputer

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• Microsoft has kicked off a new set of Windows 11 preview builds in testing
• These will have “behind-the-scenes platform changes” for the OS
• Rumor has it that Microsoft will be tinkering with the current Germanium platform – rather than switching to an all-new base for Windows 11 – and that should mean fewer bugs

Microsoft is likely switching to work on the next big update for Windows 11, which would be 25H2, based on rumors and what’s going on with the latest preview build.

Microsoft itself has told us that the new builds in the 26200 range, which are now in the Dev channel for testing, are still based on 24H2 – the current version of Windows 11 – but that it’ll be “making behind-the-scenes platform changes in these builds” which might mean they have different issues to the 24H2 builds in the Beta channel (a later branch of testing).

According to Windows Central’s Zac Bowden, who regularly shares rumors relating to what’s going on at Microsoft, those Dev builds are “likely” to be about laying the “early groundwork for version 25H2” which is, of course, due to land later in 2025.

So, in other words, the Beta channel will continue to get builds based purely on 24H2, whereas the Dev channel is now going to get changes under the hood to set the stage for 25H2 (most probably).

Bowden further notes that the changes to the underlying platform Windows 11 is built on – the sprawling mass of code you never see, but is the glue that holds together all the bits that you do interact with – will incorporate the changes needed for Qualcomm’s incoming Snapdragon X2 chip.

Those changes have already been put in place in the Canary channel, apparently – which is the earliest test channel, before Dev – and now they’re coming to the Dev channel, this indicates that Microsoft is progressing towards making the finished version of Windows 11 compatible with devices powered by the Snapdragon X2 CPU.

Those devices, which are expected to usher in a new Snapdragon X Elite Gen 2 processor, should arrive later in 2025, alongside this new version of Windows 11, in theory.

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler) Analysis: Sticking with Germanium?

You may recall that Windows 11 24H2 was built on an all-new underlying platform, dubbed Germanium by Microsoft. That major switch with the very foundations of Windows 11 was made to ensure compatibility with Arm chips (and to improve the performance and overall security of the OS), and the first generation of Snapdragon X processors.

However, that was a huge move, whereas the work now rumored to be underway is seemingly about fine-tuning Germanium for Snapdragon X2 – that isn’t a total change of platform, but a refinement of what was put in place last year. Or at least this is what Bowden feels is the most probable scenario, although it’s still possible Microsoft could switch to a different platform with 25H2, the leaker acknowledges.

If it’s true Microsoft is sticking with Germanium, this is important, because one of the reasons why Windows 11 24H2 has been so buggy is due to that migration to the all-new (at the time) Germanium, which I believe caused quite a commotion in the inner workings of Microsoft’s OS. And that’s the reason why some of the many glitches we’ve seen with the 24H2 update have been so odd (again, in my opinion – take it with caution, of course).

Because Windows 11 25H2 isn’t going to be such a big move, it should be much more smoothly implemented and less buggy overall – at least in theory, and that’s a hope I reckon a lot of folks will be holding onto for now.

At the same time, we have to face the fear that the bad run of bugs might continue, either because there are just that many to stamp out, this firefighting won’t have run its course – or that Microsoft will be switching away from Germanium, which again could mean more than the usual share of bugs winging our way.

Given how 24H2 has panned out – pretty terribly for bugs – hopefully Microsoft will be in a risk-averse frame of mind here.

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ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode just got even better with an upgrade to the voice assistant that makes chatting to AI more natural than ever before.

The free update, which has already started rolling out, has a more engaging, natural tone of voice and will interrupt you less, allowing for conversations to flow better.

The update was announced by Manuka Stratta, an OpenAI post-training researcher, who revealed the upgrade in a demo on the company's social media.

She says "The model interrupts you less, so you'll have more time to gather your thoughts and not feel like you have to fill in all the gaps and silences all the time."

In the demo, she started a conversation with Advanced Voice Mode and talked slowly with intentional awkward silences. Impressively, ChatGPT was able to listen and respond at the end of her speech, rather than interrupt during one of the lengthy pauses.

The update showcases another step forward for AI chatbots that allows for even more natural conversation and allows you to spend less time thinking about how to communicate with AI and just letting you chat like you would with a friend.

The new version of Advanced Voice Mode with less interrupting is available to all free users and ChatGPT Plus subscribers will get the same upgrade as well as access to the improved voice assistant personality.

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If you've ever wanted to chat with AI, now might be the perfect time to try. AI voice assistants are getting better by the day, and companies like ChatGPT and Google are constantly improving their offerings to enhance the user experience.

While I haven't tested this upgraded version of ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode yet, I was already impressed with the previous iterations. Chatting with AI can often feel less robotic and more engaging.

OpenAI also offers a version of Advanced Voice Mode that you can give camera access to, allowing the AI to essentially see and respond to queries based on what you show it. ChatGPT continues to improve at a rapid rate, and these additions to its voice mode only further that trend.

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• Several H3C Magic router models have critical vulnerabilities
• The vulnerabilities allow for privilege escalation and command injection
• No patch has so far been issued for the vulnerabilities

Several H3C Magic router models are vulnerable to command injection attacks that can be launched remotely, according to several new critical CVE listings on the NIST National Vulnerability Database.

A total of 8 vulnerabilities have been listed across 5 different models of H3C Magic router, with all currently scoring an 8.8 on the severity score.

The affected models in question are the H3C Magic NX15, Magic NX30 Pro, Magic NX400, Magic R3010, and Magic BE18000.

Routers vulnerable to command injection

The vulnerabilities are tracked as CVE-2025-2725-through-2732 and allow an attacker to send a specially crafted POST packet or request without authorization to vulnerable APIs in order to obtain the highest privileges available on the device.

The POST packets and requests are designed to trigger specific handler functions within the API files, allowing an attacker to use the backtick (`) - which isn’t filtered as a dangerous character - for command injection with the highest privileges.

Several of the vulnerable routes contain functions to check for dangerous characters such as semicolons, but it appears that the backtick was not included as a dangerous character allowing the attack to bypass these functions.

For the H3C Magic NX15, CVE-2025-2725 allows an attacker to use the body of a POST request to trigger the FCGI_UserLogin function, starting a cascade of functions that results in the attacker being able to remotely execute commands, again using the unfiltered backtick. The attacker can then log in as the root user without using a password and access a root shell.

NVD contacted H3C prior to listing the CVE disclosures, but received no response. Currently, no patch has been issued to address the vulnerabilities. The full list of vulnerabilities can be found here.

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• Samsung recently announced its plans to introduce cheaper OLED monitors
• The tech giant wants to speed up the transition from LCD displays to OLED for consumers
• It's not yet clear how much cheaper OLED monitors will be despite the 'mid-to-low' price range target

Gaming or streaming movies on an OLED monitor is arguably still king in terms of immersive at-home viewing experiences, but it's no secret that they're expensive. However, that could be about to change thanks to Samsung's new plans.

In a press release, Samsung announced that it will enter the 'mid-to-low price range' for its OLED offerings, by introducing cheaper options to help accelerate the transition from LCD displays. Its current lineup of high-end OLED monitors has already proved successful: Samsung claims it now holds 71.2% of the OLED market share when it comes to PC monitors, and it's now time to capitalize on that success with greater accessibility for consumers.

Besides mini-LED monitors that offer high brightness and great contrast, OLED is one of the best options for contrast ratio and black levels - ultimately, OLED panels are often found in the best monitors on the market, providing the ideal picture quality for games and entertainment. The problem is that most of these displays are simply too expensive for the average consumer, meaning most are forced to choose weaker display types - fortunately, cheaper models could change that.

It isn't exactly clear what kind of prices Samsung determines as mid-to-low: many OLED monitors have seen significant price drops recently (based on Amazon's sales), a long way down from price tags over $900, and sub-$600 might be Samsung's starting point.

(Image credit: Andreas Theodorou) OLED is quite literally about to become the new standard for monitors

It's been a long time coming, but Samsung's plans look like a catalyst for making OLED panels the new standard for monitors, finally sending LCD displays to the scrapheap. Pricing has been a major dealbreaker for most, and with that now set to change, things are about to get very interesting.

While there are still some stipulations involved with using an OLED monitor - notably having to ensure it doesn't suffer from burn-in - the benefits that come from the infinite contrast ratio and excellent color reproduction are truly exceptional. As I've said before, it can literally elevate gaming experiences and go a long way toward making sequences look true to life.

After using an OLED display for years now, I can't go back to regular LCD displays. Mini-LED is the closest you'll get, but it still doesn't quite match up to OLED quality.

I couldn't be happier that Samsung is finally considering dropping prices for its OLED monitors, and I hope that other companies follow suit. Fortunately, Samsung's QD-OLED panels are widely used for other third-party monitors, so I'd be surprised if this doesn't have an impact on the market.

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• Apple is currently testing watchOS 11.4 and has released the final beta – the release candidate – prior to the public launch
• The update includes a new option to allow Wake Up Alarms to break through silent mode
• It means you'll be able to hear your audible watch alarm even when your device is in Silent Mode

All the best Apple Watch models will get an upgrade when watchOS 11.4 rolls out, likely in early April, and the final beta has revealed a major upgrade to the Wake Up Alarm function we've been waiting years for.

With the release of the new software, Apple Watch users will soon be able to select an option that lets their alarm break through silent mode.

The setting toggle, spotted by 9to5Mac, will ensure that users wearing their watch for sleep tracking and as a friendly morning alarm will be able to hear the audible chime of the Apple Watch alarm, even if they've left their Watch in Silent Mode.

It's a feature so simple, yet so vital, that it begs the question why it wasn't added years ago.

Don't sleep on this Apple Watch upgrade

(Image credit: Future)

As a tenured Apple Watch user, I'm one of many who only ever uses their watch in Silent Mode.

While Haptic feedback and notifications on your wrist can be helpful, the noise your Apple Watch makes when it gets an alert in loud mode is extremely annoying.

It's why Silent Mode is one of the 5 settings I change right out of the box every time I get a new Apple Watch, and I know I'm not the only one.

As mentioned, the upshot for sleep tracking – until now – is that you can only feel the haptic vibration of your watch alarm, not the audible sound, unless you're happy toggling Silent Mode on your Watch every night before you go to bed.

The haptic wakeup option is perfect if you don't want to wake up anyone else in the house, but watchOS 11.4's tweak is a much-needed upgrade for those who want to hear their Apple Watch's alarm without having to toggle silent mode every night.

Other watchOS 11.4 upgrades include support for controlling Matter-compatible robot vacuums directly from your wrist, as well as the usual slew of bug fixes and tweaks. With the release candidate now out in the wild, we'd expect the full watchOS 11.4 release to land in early April.

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• Rumor suggests an announcement could come as soon as next week
• The Z5 II could be a 'mini Z6 III'
• No official word from Nikon yet

The Nikon Z5 is the company’s cheapest full-frame camera, but even fans would admit it’s grown a little long in the tooth. Now five years old, it remains a capable performer (and particularly tempting if you can generally pick it up at a big discount) but it’s definitely overdue an update.

It’s long been believed that Nikon will be unveiling a Nikon Z5 II this year. And the latest rumblings suggest the camera could be announced as soon as next week. Nikon Rumors has published a story claiming as much (although the timing doesn’t get more specific than ‘next week’), along with the interesting detail that their source describes the Z5 II as a ‘mini Z6 III’ – i.e. will come with some technology seen on the superb Z6 III, which launched in the summer of 2024.

Nikon Rumors doesn’t have any other details on what to expect from the Nikon Z5 II. But we can take a few educated guesses as to what upgrades might be present.

What shape might the Nikon Z5 II take?

Upgrades-wise, we expect a similar approach to how the crop-sensor Z50 II built on the Z50, which would mean no change in resolution. In the case of the Z5 II, that means another 24MP full-frame sensor and no major image quality improvements for stills-focused users.

That being said, the Z5 II could come with Nikon's latest Expeed 7 processor and autofocus system, as seen in the crop-sensor Z50 II. If that’s the case, users can expect much better all-round speed, subject detection autofocus, quicker burst shooting speeds and powerful video performance.

There could also be a Picture Control button for direct access to color profiles, together with app compatibility and the option to download Creator Recipes for different looks. So, overall, we’d expect to see some timely and meaningful improvements arrive with any Z5 II.

As for the price, we think a Z5 II would likely split the difference between the Z5 and Z6 III. Currently, the Z5 with 24-50mm lens is around $1,300 / £1,200 at leading retailers, while the Nikon Z6 III, the next model up in the firm’s full-frame line-up, is around $2,200 / £2,200 for the body only. That means the Z5 II could launch for something like $1,700 / £1,600 with a basic kit lens.

Whether the camera is even en route at all is all speculation for now. If rumors are true, though, we won’t have much longer to wait for Nikon to deliver the news officially. Stay tuned for more.

Do you use the Nikon Z5? What upgrades would you hope for in a potential Z5 II? Let us know in the comments below.

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• Google has rolled out Wear OS 5.1 to all of its Pixel Watches
• There are reports it could be causing serious issues
• Reported problems include delayed notifications, crashes, and sluggish performance

If your Google Pixel Watch has recently started giving you delayed notifications, crashing, and slowing down, you're not alone, and the recent Wear OS 5.1 update could be to blame.

Google rolled out Wear OS 5.1 to all of its Pixel Watch models, including the best Android smartwatch, the Pixel Watch 3, at the start of March.

Promised upgrades include the Loss of Pulse Detection feature in the US, as well as upgrades to menstrual health support, step counts, and sleep tracking.

However, there are now numerous reports from users who are saying the update appears to be causing serious performance issues, delayed notifications, and more.

As reported by Android Police, multiple Pixel Watch 3 owners on Reddit are reporting problems, some of which are also occurring on older models.

Wear OS 5.1 issues on Pixel Watch – what we know

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"Has anyone else had sluggish connection issues from the app to the watch since the March update? I am not able to edit watch faces, syncing with Fitbit is very slow and there are delayed notifications," one poster noted in the Pixel Watch subreddit.

"Delayed notifications issue is definitely affecting me," one commenter replied. "My landlord had called me today and the watch didn't even react once," another added.

Delayed notifications seem to be the most prevalent issue, however. Users are also reporting crashing when trying to edit Watch faces, a frozen or unresponsive touchscreen, Fitbit syncing issues, and more.

TechRadar has also seen similar reports in Google's Pixel Watch Help Community.

It's a blow for Google, which recently moved to a quarterly software update cycle for Wear OS. Whether that precludes more frequent patches for serious issues like this remains to be seen, and we've reached out to Google for comment on these issues.

We'll be sure to update you if anything changes. If the company sticks to the quarterly cycle, even for security and performance, it could be a long few months for users who've upgraded.

If you haven't yet downloaded Wear OS 5.1, we'd recommend swerving the update until these issues get fixed.

Last year, Google had to pause the rollout of Wear OS 5 to older Pixel Watch models because of issues with crashing and even bricking, so it looks like the company is yet to get a handle on pushing stable software updates to its users.

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AI is a game-changer, no doubt. But the reality is a part of your employees are already using it in ways you don't control.

Remember the early days of cloud storage? Employees, eager to share and collaborate, started using services like Google Drive and iCloud without IT oversight. With new technologies like AI becoming widely available, we’re starting to see history repeating itself. Instead of files, we now see AI tools being deployed across unauthorized company channels, creating risks like data leaks and compliance issues.

While these unauthorized tools may seem like a quick fix for solving daily tasks, they introduce significant risks that businesses can't afford to ignore. The key is to ensure proactive management and equipping your employees with secure alternatives.

The rise of Shadow AI

The increased accessibility of consumer-facing AI tools has made it easier than ever for employees to adopt solutions outside official company channels. Many of these tools require minimal technical expertise, making them attractive options for workers looking to solve everyday challenges quickly. Meanwhile, the lack of robust AI governance within organizations has created a vacuum, encouraging employees to seek unvetted alternatives.

Just like those early cloud adopters, employees are embracing generative AI at an explosive rate. A survey from early 2024 shows a near doubling in adoption in just ten months. However, this rapid adoption is also fueling a surge in "Shadow AI," with usage up 250% year-over-year in some industries. Therefore, it is very crucial to understand why employees are turning to these unauthorized tools and address those underlying needs.

The risks of unauthorized actions

With growing pressure to deliver faster responses and streamline workflows, Shadow AI can feel like the best option when official tools fall short. However, this lack of oversight exposes companies to significant risks across several areas.

Cybersecurity is a major concern, as poorly managed AI usage can lead to serious data breaches. For instance, uploading customer data into an unencrypted third-party AI tool could expose thousands of sensitive records, resulting in GDPR violations.

A recent survey of 250 British Chief Information Officers revealed that 1 in 5 companies experienced data leakage due to generative AI use, with many CISOs identifying internal threats, such as unauthorized AI, as a bigger risk than external attacks.

Regulatory compliance is another critical issue. Industries like finance and healthcare operate under strict frameworks, and Shadow AI creates gaps by lacking audit trails, accountability, and proper data agreements. This can lead to regulatory violations, hefty fines, and reputational damage.

Additionally, inconsistent quality is also a growing challenge. Unauthorized AI tools often rely on unverified datasets, leading to biased or inaccurate output. The lack of transparency in how these tools process and store data makes it difficult for businesses to maintain control over their most valuable asset: information.

How can companies regain control?

For businesses, banning AI outright isn’t practical, and ignoring it isn’t an option either. To combat the rise of Shadow AI, organizations must take several proactive steps:

1. Develop clear AI governance policies: A formal AI usage policy is essential to define which tools are approved, how they should be used, and who is responsible for oversight. This policy should also set rules for data usage, compliance, and outline consequences for unauthorized AI use. Communicating these policies early and often ensures employees understand and follow them, reducing confusion and misuse.

2. Implement guardrails: Establishing guardrails helps employees use AI responsibly without compromising company data. These can include workshops, webinars, or e-learning courses to train employees on proper AI usage. Additionally, sandbox environments, firewalls, or policies restricting external AI platforms can help mitigate risks while guiding employees toward approved solutions.

3. Integrate secure AI copilots: Organizations should prioritize implementing secure AI copilots that align with both employee needs and expectations. These tools must meet strong security standards and integrate smoothly into existing workflows. By doing so, businesses can protect privacy, maintain service quality, and prepare their workforce for a future shaped by automation. Establishing clear AI usage guidelines and providing user-friendly, approved tools will also encourage responsible AI adoption across teams.

4. Strengthen IT and security protocols: Stronger security protocols are critical to preventing unauthorized AI from slipping through the cracks. Businesses should ensure AI tools meet cybersecurity standards, such as encryption and secure API connections. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Zero Trust security models can further limit access to sensitive data, creating a more secure environment for AI adoption.

The stakes have never been higher. As AI evolves, organizations must prioritize clear governance and adopt secure tools to drive responsible use. This not only empowers employees but also protects privacy, strengthens security, and positions businesses to confidently navigate an AI-driven future while unlocking its full potential

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Who's ready for more Daredevil: Born Again? If you've been engrossed by Marvel's latest TV Original since its March 4 debut, I'm certain you'll be eagerly awaiting its next chapter.

There won't just be one new episode of the Disney+ show this week, either. Thanks to an unusual quirk in Born Again's release schedule, we're getting a double helping of Daredevil, so you'll be able to enjoy episodes 5 and 6 when they're released. Here, then, is when you can stream that double-header in the US, UK, and Australia.

What is the Disney+ release time for Daredevil: Born Again episodes 5 and 6 in the US?

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Daredevil: Born Again episode 5 will be released on Tuesday, March 25 at 6PM PT / 9PM ET in the US. That's the same time that the last four episodes have aired on Disney+, aka one of the world's best streaming services.

As I mentioned earlier, episode 6 will be released alongside this season's fifth entry. So, once the end credits have rolled on episode 5, don't exit Disney+ straight away.

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When will Daredevil: Born Again episodes 5 and 6 air on Disney+ in the UK?

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Daredevil: Born Again season 1's fifth and sixth episodes will launch in the UK on Wednesday, March 26 at 1AM GMT.

It's worth noting that this is the final time that new episodes of this Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) TV series will be released at 1AM GMT. The clocks go forward in the UK on Sunday, March 30, which means those on British shores will be eight hours behind the US' Pacific Timezone, rather than seven, in the near future.

Long story short, the final three episodes of Born Again will be released at 2AM GMT on Disney+ UK throughout April.

When can I watch Daredevil: Born Again episodes 5 and 6 on Disney+ in Australia?

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Australian viewers can tune into Born Again's next two installments on Wednesday, March 26 at 12PM AEDT.

Like the UK, the clocks will change Down Under soon, but Aussies don't have to worry about any time alteration until Sunday, April 6.

What are the launch dates for new episodes of Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+?

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There'll only be three more episodes of this Marvel Phase 5 TV show to enjoy after this week's dual release. Read on to find out when new chapters will make their Disney+ debuts in the US, UK, and Australia:

• Episode 1 – out now
• Episode 2 – out now
• Episode 3 – out now
• Episode 4 – out now
• Episode 5 – March 25 (US); March 26 (UK and Australia)
• Episode 6 – March 25 (US); March 26 (UK and Australia)
• Episode 7 – April 1 (US); April 2 (UK and Australia)
• Episode 8 – April 8 (US); April 9 (UK and Australia)
• Episode 9 – April 15 (US); April 16 (UK and Australia)

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