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Google supercharges Gemini API with massive file limits and cloud storage integration

Google has supercharged its Gemini API by significantly increasing file size limits to 100MB and integrating with Google Cloud Storage, ... https://kiledjian.com/2026/01/15/google-supercharges-gemini-api-with.html
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Google supercharges Gemini API with massive file limits and cloud storage integration Google has supercharged its Gemini API by significantly increasing file size limits to 100MB …
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January 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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SWISS introduces new rules for power banks on board

SWISS introduces new in-flight rules for power banks (effective Jan. 15)

SWISS and the Lufthansa Group have announced updated safety rules for carrying and using power banks ... https://kiledjian.com/2026/01/15/swiss-introduces-new-rules-for.html
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SWISS introduces new rules for power banks on board SWISS introduces new in-flight rules for power banks (effective Jan. 15) SWISS and the Lufthansa Group have announced updated …
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January 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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Anthropic launched Claude Cowork, an AI agent that can read, analyze and manipulate files on a user’s computer. Built for non-technical users, it boosts autonomous work but raises security and competition concerns.

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Anthropic launches Cowork, a file-managing AI agent that could threaten dozens of startups | Fortune
The new tool brings Claude Code's capabilities to non-technical users, positioning Anthropic to compete with productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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Anthropic launches Cowork, a file-managing AI agent that could threaten dozens of startups | Fortune

Anthropic has launched Claude Cowork, an AI agent capable of manipulating, reading, and analyzing files on a user’s ... https://kiledjian.com/2026/01/15/anthropic-launches-cowork-a-filemanaging.html
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Anthropic launches Cowork, a file-managing AI agent that could threaten dozens of startups | Fortune Anthropic has launched Claude Cowork, an AI agent capable of manipulating, …
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January 15, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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It’s getting harder to find a job in Toronto even if you have a degree

Toronto’s job market has tightened significantly, leaving many graduates and experienced professionals unable to secure interviews or full-time work, even for e... https://kiledjian.com/2026/01/15/its-getting-harder-to-find.html
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It’s getting harder to find a job in Toronto even if you have a degree Toronto’s job market has tightened significantly, leaving many graduates and experienced professionals …
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January 15, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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A new study by Tenzai reveals that popular AI coding tools consistently generate code with critical security flaws, particularly in areas requiring contextual understanding like API authorization and business logic

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Output from vibe coding tools prone to critical security flaws, study finds
Vibe code needs careful debugging to avoid introducing vulnerabilities, says Tenzai.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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The DeadLock ransomware group is employing "EtherHiding" tactics, using Polygon blockchain smart contracts to store proxy server addresses for facilitating communications with victims.

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DeadLock Ransomware Group Utilizes Polygon Smart Contracts
The DeadLock ransomware group, a newly emerged digital extortion group, is using blockchain smart contracts to store proxy server addresses for facilitating
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January 14, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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A new phishing tactic on LinkedIn involves fake "reply" comments impersonating the platform, warning of policy violations and directing users to malicious links, some using LinkedIn's official URL shortener.

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Convincing LinkedIn comment-reply tactic used in new phishing
Scammers are flooding LinkedIn posts with fake "reply" comments that appear to come from the platform, warning of bogus policy violations and urging users to click external links. Some even abuse Link...
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January 14, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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Staples Canada has again failed to properly wipe personal data from returned laptops before reselling them, according to a recent investigation by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, echoing issues found in a 2011 audit.

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Staples Caught Reselling Laptops Without Wiping Them—Again | iPhone in Canada
Canada’s privacy watchdog says Staples Canada (again) failed to fully wipe personal data from some returned laptops before reselling them. The finding comes from a recent investigation by the Office o...
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January 14, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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A 2026 research report reveals that 64% of third-party applications access sensitive data without justification, a significant increase from 2024, with the government and education sectors showing spikes in malicious activity.

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Robo-Advisor Betterment Discloses Data Breach
Betterment says a threat actor used social engineering to breach its systems, access customer information, and send scam messages.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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A 2026 research report reveals that 64% of third-party applications access sensitive data without justification, a significant increase from 2024, with the government and education sectors showing spikes in malicious activity.

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New Research: 64% of 3rd-Party Applications Access Sensitive Data Without Justification
A study of 4,700 websites finds 64% of third-party apps access sensitive data without business need, exposing government and education sites to rising
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January 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Hackers accessed a database of the Victorian Department of Education, stealing personal information and email addresses of current and former students, leading to password resets.

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Victorian Department of Education says hackers stole students’ data
The Department of Education in Victoria, Australia, notified parents that attackers gained access to a database containing the personal information of current and former students.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:28 PM
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Cloud marketplace Pax8 accidentally emailed a spreadsheet with internal business and licensing data for approximately 1,800 MSP partners to fewer than 40 recipients, and threat actors are reportedly seeking to purchase the exposed dataset.

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Cloud marketplace Pax8 accidentally exposes data on 1,800 MSP partners
Cloud marketplace and distributor Pax8 has confirmed that it mistakenly sent an email to fewer than 40 UK-based partners containing a spreadsheet with internal business information, including MSP cust...
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January 14, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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A Magecart campaign is targeting major payment networks like American Express and Mastercard, using web skimming to steal online shoppers' payment and personal data through malicious JavaScript injected into checkout pages.

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Online shoppers at risk as Magecart skimming hits major payment networks
A Magecart campaign is skimming card data from online checkouts tied to major payment networks, including AmEx, Diners Club, and Mastercard.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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A company handed out real gold as a year-end bonus — and it raises an interesting question about rewards, culture and leadership in a competitive tech market. Here’s what Dreame Technology’s approach says about recognition and growth.

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January 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
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A Golden Bonus: Dreame Technology’s Creative Way to Celebrate Success: https://kiledjian.com/2026/01/13/a-golden-bonus-dreame-technologys.html

What if your year-end bonus included a piece of actual gold?
January 13, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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A World Economic Forum report reveals executives are most concerned about cyber-enabled fraud, followed by AI-related vulnerabilities and geopolitics, with strong global support for cyber regulation.

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Executives worry most about cyber-enabled fraud, geopolitics and AI
The World Economic Forum’s wide-ranging new report also found strong global support for cyber regulation.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:39 PM
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1Password is enhancing its identity security platform to manage machine identities for agentic AI, appointing former AWS exec Nancy Wang as CTO to lead this strategy.

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1Password Focuses on Identity Security in Agentic AI Era
1Password named former AWS executive Nancy Wang as chief technology officer to oversee the evolution of its platforms to manage new artificial intelligence-driven
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January 13, 2026 at 12:35 PM
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This article lists current cybersecurity job openings as of January 13, 2026, including roles like CISO, Cyber Defense Specialist, and various Cybersecurity Engineer positions across different global locations and industries.

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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: January 13, 2026 - Help Net Security
Here are the worldwide cybersecurity job openings available as of January 13, 2026, including on-site, hybrid, and remote roles.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:33 PM
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Liad Shnell, CISO and CTO at Rakuten Viber, discusses the challenges of balancing end-to-end encryption with abuse prevention and platform resilience, emphasizing that security decisions must prioritize user safety and availability, especially during crises.

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Rakuten Viber CISO/CTO on balancing encryption, abuse prevention, and platform resilience - Help Net Security
Messaging platforms face growing cybersecurity risks, with Rakuten Viber prioritising resilience and human impact.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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Cyble has analyzed deVixor, an evolving Android banking RAT targeting Iranian users with capabilities including SMS harvesting, credential theft via JavaScript injection, and ransomware, distributed through phishing websites.

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DeVixor: An Evolving Android Banking RAT With Ransomware Capabilities Targeting Iran - Cyble
Cyble analyzed deVixor, an advanced Android banking RAT with ransomware features actively targeting Iranian users.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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A new malware campaign named SHADOW#REACTOR uses a multi-stage Windows attack to deliver the Remcos RAT, employing evasive techniques like text-only stagers and in-memory execution to bypass detection.

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New Malware Campaign Delivers Remcos RAT Through Multi-Stage Windows Attack
SHADOW#REACTOR is a malware campaign using VBS, PowerShell, and MSBuild to stealthily deploy Remcos RAT with persistent remote access.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:29 PM
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SAP's January 2026 Security Patch Day addresses 17 new security notes, including four critical vulnerabilities related to SQL injection and code execution in S/4HANA and Wily Introscope Enterprise Manager.

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SAP's January 2026 Security Updates Patch Critical Vulnerabilities
The first round of SAP patches for 2026 resolves 19 vulnerabilities, including critical SQL injection, RCE, and code injection flaws.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Happiness isn’t just the reward for career success — it can help drive it. Research links well-being to better hiring outcomes, higher earnings and roughly 12% higher productivity. For leaders, investing in well-being is a performance lever.

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January 12, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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AI-driven commerce is moving beyond clicks and pages. This article explains how the Universal Commerce Protocol enables agents to execute purchases securely, with verifiable intent, shared standards and merchants staying in control.

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January 11, 2026 at 11:04 PM