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Cybersecurity researchers have identified an active campaign in which threat actors compromised a Microsoft 365 credential belonging to ConnectWise Cloud Backup, a service used by managed service providers to back up client data. Using the stolen credential, the attackers signed into 173 tenant environments between 06:13 and 08:34 UTC on 15 October, moving through tenants in GUID order with a scripted approach. The compromised app holds extensive permissions—including full mailbox, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and directory access—allowing the adversary to read and modify data [...]

Robert Wille, a computer‑science professor at the Technical University of Munich and co‑founder of a Munich‑based quantum‑software startup, says the field is moving from research‑only prototypes to production‑ready tools. He argues that quantum computing’s future depends on hardware‑agnostic, heterogeneous software stacks and design‑automation frameworks rather than solely on new algorithms. Wille notes that while IBM’s Qiskit remains a key open‑source platform, the ecosystem will soon need AI‑assisted development and integration with high‑performance‑computing environments to handle the complex [...]

Apple launched pre‑orders for its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, early this morning. Within minutes, the company’s ordering system displayed delivery estimates stretching into the following year, with the earliest shipments slated for October 23 for those who ordered instantly. By 8:30 a.m. ET all color and storage variants were listed as back‑ordered, showing estimated ship dates of January 25 and, for some, January 29. Apple attributes the delay to a mix of unusually strong consumer demand and a severely [...]

Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled the new Roadster EV on October 15, showcasing a version capable of brief airborne flight using SpaceX‑derived thrusters. While the hype suggested a De Lorean‑style “flying car,” the actual demonstration involved only a Roadster lift‑off, not a full eVTOL. Meanwhile, the DeLorean Motor Company (DMC) announced its entry into the Airspeeder International Series, fielding a DeLorean‑branded Airspeeder Mk3C for the 2026‑27 season. The Mk3C is built by Alauda, not DMC’s own aerospace arm, DeLorean Aerospace, [...]

After a month of daily use, the iPhone 18 Pro impresses reviewers with three standout features: exceptional battery life, a variable‑aperture main camera, and an upgraded vapor‑chamber cooling system. Apple claims the new battery matches the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s endurance, and real‑world testing shows users ending the day with roughly 60 percent charge, eliminating frequent top‑ups. The main camera now offers an ƒ/1.48‑ƒ/1.8 aperture range that delivers noticeably better photos in auto mode, a rare substantive upgrade to the primary sensor compared [...]

Apple released the iPhone Duo, accompanied by a range of purpose‑built cases from Apple and third‑party makers. The new cases feature Apple’s TechWoven fabric, aramid fiber from Pitaka, and premium full‑grain leather options. All are MagSafe‑ready, include protective bezels, and are available at prices starting at $27. Apple’s Duo cases are temporarily out of stock on Amazon, but can be purchased directly from the Apple site using discount codes. The collection emphasizes durability, style, and seamless integration [...]

Apple HomeKit Weekly advises homeowners to set up holiday automations in early October, using the same smart plugs and devices for both Halloween and Christmas. A home hub—Apple TV, HomePod, or HomePod mini—is required to run automations remotely. Outdoor-rated smart plugs with dual outlets allow separate control of inflatables, lights, and fog machines. Motion sensors and color‑changing bulbs enhance Halloween, while sunset‑triggered schedules manage Christmas lights. The setup costs around $20 and takes about five minutes per [...]

Veritas, a startup founded by former Tesla product manager Luci Holland, has released a second‑generation anti‑counterfeit chip that can be embedded in metal, glass, and hard‑surface items without damaging them. The chip produces a secure, tamper‑detectable response to each tap and links the physical product to a digital certificate accessible via the company’s app. Veritas has partnered with ATHLOS to embed chips in 18 championship crowns and has also installed a chip in a pair of LeBron [...]