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Bug in jury systems used by several US states exposed sensitive personal data

An easy-to-exploit vulnerability in a jury system made by Tyler Technologies exposed the personally identifiable data of jurors, including names, home addresses, emails, and phone numbers.

Onton raises $7.5M to expand its AI-powered shopping site beyond furniture

Onton, which changed its name from Deft, is giving users an infinite canvas with AI-powered image generation to nudge them toward making quicker purchase decisions.

Proximus Global, Starlink expand European direct-to-cell satellite connectivity

Internet, Technology

Collaboration enables satellite leader to expand its footprint in connecting more European operators with IPX network

The Trump Administration’s Data Center Push Could Open the Door for New Forever Chemicals

The EPA is prioritizing review of new chemicals to be used in data centers. Experts say this could lead to the fast approval of new types of forever chemicals—with limited oversight.

London councils endure wave of cyber attacks, shared IT services hit

Computing

Four London councils – Kensington and Chelsea; Hackney; Westminster; and Hammersmith and Fulham – have suffered cyber attacks, disrupting services and prompting NCSC-supported investigation

Microsoft creates framework for secure optical network architecture

Internet, Technology

IT behemoth taps optical network provider to create ‘survivability by design’ architecture said to ensure operational continuity at all times, during both planned and unplanned outages

Budget 2025: £300m extra for NHS IT and a £1.8bn budget for digital ID cards

Computing

The Autumn Budget contained little by the way of new policies in digital and technology, but handed out some cash to help progress in digitising public services and to support growing tech businesses

Boeing’s Next Starliner Flight Will Be Allowed to Carry Only Cargo

Science

After a high-profile malfunction left two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station, NASA is requiring rigorous testing before humans get back on board.

AI leads parents to change their careers advice to children

Computing

Artificial intelligence is increasingly changing the workplace, leaving children and their parents concerned about the potential future of work

AI, 5G bring UK sports fans closer to the action

Internet, Technology

UK technology consortium built on academia, industry and UK regions claims mobile connectivity technology will be a ‘game changer’ for stadiums integrating existing stadium infrastructure with 5G, cloud-based private telecom network

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