Category: Technology
Connells Group Rolls Out Yoti E-Signatures to Transform Property Transactions in the UK
Connells Group is extending its partnership with Yoti to bring biometric e-signatures and digital ID verification to all 600 UK branches. The move speeds up sales and letting agreements, giving customers a faster, more secure transaction process while tightening compliance with regulations.
Jul, 15 2025
Microsoft Outlook Experiences Global Outage, Leaving Millions Without Email Access
Millions struggled with email access as Microsoft Outlook suffered a major outage on July 10, 2025. Server errors plagued users, with both web and mobile apps affected. Complaints flooded Down Detector, while Microsoft's status page confirmed the disruption. As of July 11, access remained shaky for some, and no full fix timeline was given.
Jul, 11 2025
23andMe Hit with £2.31 Million UK Fine After Major Data Breach
23andMe faces a £2.31 million fine from the UK ICO after a breach exposed sensitive information of 6.9 million users, including 155,592 in the UK. Attackers exploited reused passwords to access personal and health-related data, triggering regulatory scrutiny over the company’s inadequate cybersecurity practices. Mandatory multi-factor authentication is now in place.
Jun, 23 2025
Billions of Passwords Exposed: Massive Data Breach Hits Google, Apple, Facebook Users
A staggering 16 billion login credentials have been leaked, affecting Google, Apple, Facebook, and more. Experts blame infostealing malware for compiling the world's largest-ever dataset, spelling major trouble for personal and corporate security online.
Jun, 21 2025
ChatGPT Outage Hits Millions Worldwide, OpenAI Faces Pressure Amid Series of Disruptions
A sudden global outage struck ChatGPT on June 10, 2025, leaving users in India, the US, and UK disconnected. Complaints flooded Downdetector, with OpenAI confirming the issue had impacted not just ChatGPT but also Sora and GPT APIs. While OpenAI is investigating, users are left waiting as recent outages raise concerns.
Jun, 11 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Frenzy: Strategies and Tips to Secure Yours
The excitement around the Nintendo Switch 2 is palpable as pre-orders open. Loyal customers with a Switch Online membership and substantial playtime are getting a head start, but others are finding ways to beat the rush amid potential tariff-induced delays in the U.S. Retailers offer creative purchase options, while buyers are advised to watch for scams and ensure their purchase is from reputable sources.
Apr, 5 2025
Supersonic Revolution: Boom Supersonic's Overture Aims to Redefine Air Travel
Boom Supersonic's Overture is set to bring back supersonic air travel, promising to cut down transatlantic flight times with its speed of Mach 1.7. The recent success of the XB-1 prototype validates the path forward. Aiming for quieter and more sustainable flights than Concorde, Overture eyes broader global routes, tapping into overland journeys with a focus on sustainability and efficiency, with commercial flights expected by 2030.
Apr, 2 2025
Bybit's $1.5 Billion Crypto Hack: Unpacking the Largest Heist in Digital Currency History
The Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit experienced a $1.5 billion hack in February 2025, believed to be the largest in crypto history. The breach involved a sophisticated social engineering scheme targeting their cold wallet, implicating North Korea's Lazarus Group. Bybit has since restored their Ethereum reserves through loans, investor help, and purchases while maintaining 1:1 asset backing for users.
Feb, 25 2025
PlayStation Network Outage: Global Disruption Sends Gamers into Frenzy
On February 7, 2025, the PlayStation Network suffered a global outage, leaving millions unable to access online games and services like the PlayStation Store. The disruption, lasting over eight hours, coincided with critical game releases. Sony acknowledged the issue but did not provide a resolution timeline, causing user frustration and speculation about possible cyberattacks.
Feb, 8 2025