AMD has removed Transparent Secure Memory Encryption (TSME) from its consumer Ryzen CPUs without warning, a feature previously available on lower-end chips. The company now states TSME is exclusive to PRO CPUs, leaving users questioning if it's a deliberate policy or a firmware bug.
Samsung phones feature a green dot indicator, a security measure from Android 12, signaling camera or microphone access by apps. It's not a bug and helps users identify unauthorized access.
1Password offers advanced security features like Travel Mode, Secret Key, and autofill integration, making it the best upgrade pick among password managers, with various plans for individuals, families, teams, and businesses.
OpenAI releases Lockdown Mode, an optional security feature to protect against prompt injection attacks, particularly for users handling sensitive data, by limiting certain features in ChatGPT.
UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar App, replacing the older mAadhaar. The new app offers enhanced security with face authentication and biometric lock, allowing users to manage their digital identity and share Aadhaar data securely. It supports multiple profiles and offline verification.
Tech giants like Apple, Google, and Meta are offering advanced security features to protect users, particularly journalists and activists, from sophisticated spyware attacks. These opt-in features, such as Apple's Lockdown Mode and Google's Advanced Protection Program, enhance device security by limiting certain functionalities, though they require user activation and can involve a trade-off in convenience.
Crypto platforms Ledger, Trezor, MetaMask, Keycard, WalletConnect, Argot and Fireblocks are among the earliest adopters and contributors to Clear Signing, aimed at ending “blind signing.”
OpenAI launched Advanced Account Security, an opt-in setting for ChatGPT users requiring passkeys or physical security keys instead of passwords. The feature targets high-risk users including journalists and political dissidents, excludes conversations from model training, and partners with Yubico to offer discounted security keys. Trusted Access for Cyber program members must enable it by June 1.
The US State Department is launching a limited run of 25,000 to 30,000 commemorative passports for America's 250th anniversary. These documents will feature Donald Trump's image and signature, marking a significant departure from standard passport design.
