Consumer Financial Protection Bureau moves to place Google under supervision | TechCrunch

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau moves to place Google under supervision | TechCrunch

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken steps to place Google under formal federal supervision, a move that could subject the company to the same inspections the government imposes on major banks. According to The Washington… Article Source https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/14/consumer-financial-protection-bureau-moves-to-place-google-under-supervision/

Google is being targeted for oversight by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Google is being targeted for oversight by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has started the process of placing Google under federal supervision, an action which could create new standards for how the federal government can oversee big tech if the effort is successful. Falling… Article Source https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-is-being-targeted-for-oversight-by-the-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-181032853.html

Google Confirms $1 Trillion AI Security Protection For Pixel Users

Google Confirms  Trillion AI Security Protection For Pixel Users

Google is bringing AI protection to Pixel users in fight against $1 trillion of fraud SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Scammers, fraudsters, hackers, cyber criminals or threat actors—whatever you call them they are costly. According to… Article Source https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2024/11/14/google-confirms-1-trillion-ai-security-protection-for-pixel-users/

Google says “Enhanced protection” feature in Chrome now uses AI

Google says “Enhanced protection” feature in Chrome now uses AI

Google has quietly updated the description of one of Chrome’s security features, “Enchaned protection,” to confirm that it will be powered by AI in a future release. It’s unclear what has changed, but as spotted by Leo on X, Google is… Article Source https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-says-enhanced-protection-feature-in-chrome-now-uses-ai/

Upcoming Google Play update could strengthen protection against harmful apps (APK teardown)

Upcoming Google Play update could strengthen protection against harmful apps (APK teardown)

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new feature that could let Play Store users pause Play Protect instead of disabling it. Many users disable Play Protect while sideloading apps but forget to enable it again, which… Article Source https://www.androidauthority.com/google-play-protect-pause-3496795/

Google makes it easier to find Android’s theft protection settings

Google makes it easier to find Android’s theft protection settings

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s theft protection features can now be enabled through the Safety Center. Safety Center, i.e. the “Security & privacy” menu, is available on all devices running Android 14 or… Article Source https://www.androidauthority.com/android-theft-protection-safety-center-3491722/

Optus partners with Cisco to enhance network security and data protection services for customers

Optus partners with Cisco to enhance network security and data protection services for customers

Optus, an Australian telecommunications company, has partnered with Cisco, a US digital technology multinational, to enhance network security and data services for its enterprise and commercial customers dealing with the challenges of hybrid workforces. As a growing number of Australians work remotely, organisations are adopting public and on-demand SaaS services, leading to increased security vulnerabilities. … Read more

Optus and Cisco join forces to enhance network security and protection

Optus and Cisco join forces to enhance network security and protection

Optus and Cisco have partnered to enhance network security and data protection for Optus’ business and commercial customers, especially those in hybrid work environments. With a growing number of Australians working remotely, organizations are increasingly relying on public networks and on-demand SaaS services, introducing vulnerabilities that require advanced solutions. The partnership will focus on expanding … Read more