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gremlin/Getty Images Sooner or later, it’s coming: You’ll be logging into one of your favorite websites or applications, and you’ll find no option to supply a user ID and password. There won’t even be a password field. (The jury is still out on the user ID field.) You’ll simply choose from a personalized dropdown list […] More
Adrienne Bresnahan/Getty Images Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is rapidly emerging as a robust framework for organizations seeking to harness the full power of generative AI with their business data. As enterprises seek to move beyond generic AI responses and leverage their unique knowledge bases, RAG bridges general AI capabilities and domain-specific expertise. Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of […] More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETWorld Password Day is a perfect time to think about the passwords you’re using and whether you should update them.It may seem like there’s a random holiday for everything, but this one actually matters more than most. According to the National Day Calendar, security researcher Mark Burnett proposed the idea of a “password day” in his 2005 book Perfect Passwords More
Pinterest Pinterest has long been a great platform for getting inspiration from crowdsourced images for everything from outfits to home decor to wedding planning. However, AI-generated images have slowly trickled into Pinterest’s results, leaving users dissatisfied. ‘AI Modified’ label To address the issue, on Wednesday, Pinterest announced it will display a label on image […] More
mustafahacalaki/Getty Images When I first examined whether it’s possible to fight back against AI-generated plagiarism and how that approach might work, it was January 2023 — just a few months into the world’s exploding awareness of generative AI. Also: The top 20 AI tools of 2025 – and the #1 thing to remember when you […] More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETGoogle Wallet is expanding its support for official state IDs again, and it is adding a new way to verify your age while keeping your identity safe.Soon, residents in Arkansas, Montana, Puerto Rico, and West Virginia will be able to save their official government-issued digital ID cards, like a driver’s license, to Google Wallet. Support for government IDs is already available in California, Maryland, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Georgia. Also: Google Wallet’s latest feature is a game-changer for both parents and kidsYou can use the Google Wallet version of your ID at the DMV, at certain airport TSA locations provided it is a Real ID (if you do not have a Real ID, you can add your passport), and at other locations. How to add your license to Google WalletTo add your license to Google Wallet, open the app and tap “Add to Wallet” at the bottom. You will see a list of available options. Choose “ID Card” and follow the instructions, which include taking photos of the front and back of your ID, and a short video of yourself. Also: Google Wallet now alerts you to loyalty card benefits you’re missing out onGoogle warns that a digital version of your ID card should not be considered a replacement, and you should always have your physical card with you. New uses for your Wallet ID are on the way, including online health services with CVS and MyChart by Epic, verifying your profile on platforms like Uber, and more. More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETWith viruses, ransomware, spyware, infostealers, and outright scams, online fraud has been a pervasive and growing problem. In the US, one in three people who reported fraud last year lost money, with the total collective amount reaching $12.5 billion. Now, security firm Malwarebytes is trying to combat these types of cybercrimes by providing security tools to a new host of partners.Also: 7 password rules security experts live by in 2025 – the last one might surprise youAimed at financial institutions, HR benefit providers, internet service providers, and other types of organizations, the tools offer a package of security, privacy, and identity protection. Organizations can opt to use all the tools or pick and choose what they need. Either way, the goal is to help them defend their customers and employees from viruses, ransomware, and other scams that fall into online fraud. “Malwarebytes’ new partnership program is a direct response to the alarming surge in cybercrime impacting consumers around the globe,” Oren Arar, vice president of business development for Malwarebytes, said in a news release. Also: If we want a passwordless future, let’s get our passkey story straight”By partnering with us, organizations can enhance their own security posture while delivering essential protection their customers and employees need to stay safe in today’s digital landscape. This program provides a significant step in mitigating the rising tide of financial losses associated with online fraud.” The benefits of Malwarebytes’ security toolsDesigned to be flexible and customizable, Malwarebytes’ tools offer several different benefits to partners. Also: 8 simple ways to teach your friends and family about cybersecurity – before it’s too lateComprehensive protection for consumers. Watching over PCs, mobile devices, and network traffic, the real-time protection can detect and block more advanced cyberthreats. A VPN is available to secure all online activity, an identity tool can monitor for identity theft and similar risks, and a data remover can erase sensitive personal data found online.Browser security. With a browser component, the tools can detect phishing sites and other malicious pages. They are also able to protect users against banking trojans that try to steal sensitive financial information.Turnkey integration. The tools can integrate directly into an organization’s environment without any complicated setup required. Since the security is cloud-based, organizations can scale it based on the needs of their employees and customers. Malwarebytes also offers API integration, automated license key provisioning, and flexible features that can be bundled together or used on an opt-in basis. More
Hill Street Studios/Getty Images In a recent article from a well-known tech publisher that extolled the virtues of Bitwarden’s password manager, the author wrote the following (by the time you read this, the passage may have been corrected): “Passkeys are an attempt to replace the password with a key that you don’t have to remember […] More
