News stories tagged with #Netzpolitik
Apple has released comprehensive security updates for older iOS and iPadOS devices from 2014, patching critical vulnerabilities including the Coruna exploit. Alongside, the company introduces new security architecture like 'Background Security Improvements' and rolls out iOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and other OS updates featuring new emojis, AI-powered features, and battery life optimizations. In the EU, Apple allows sideloading since 2024, while chat surveillance negotiations have failed. The updates also serve as a precursor to WWDC 2026.
The Trump administration has banned the U.S. military from using AI models from Anthropic, classifying the company as a supply chain risk. OpenAI capitalized on the gap by securing a Pentagon contract for handling sensitive data, sparking criticism over mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. Meanwhile, Caitlin Kalinowski, head of OpenAI’s robotics division, resigned after criticizing the company’s military ties. In a separate incident, a Mexican startup incurred over $82,000 in cloud costs within two days due to a stolen Google Cloud API key, highlighting critical security vulnerabilities.