AT&T data breach settlement: Here's how you can file a claim by Dec. 18 deadline
The settlement’s cash funds total $177 million to pay those impacted by the data breaches.
Deepfake scams target Ozempic buyers with fake ads, counterfeit drugs
As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity, scammers are using AI deepfakes to sell fake products. Experts share how to spot phony endorsements and protect yourself online.
From combat to careers: New AI partnership helps veterans find purpose
RedBalloon has acquired MilitaryHire to better support the more than 900,000 veterans, Guard, and Reserve members who transition to civilian life each year.
Fighting scam calls | ChicagoNOW
Scammers are trying to take advantage of the ongoing government shutdown. Matt Mizenko, general manager at Nomorobo, shares some tips on how to combat robo callers and how Nomorobo can help.
‘Wait Until 8th’ movement aims to protect kids by delaying smartphone use
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
Disney+ will no longer work on some Apple devices starting Dec. 1: What we know
The company said it was already notifying subscriber about the upcoming changes.
Northwest Indiana Black Chamber of Commerce hosts AI summit for small businesse
Chamber founder Lois Whittaker discusses how small businesses can use AI to their advantage and shares details about the upcoming summit, including what attendees can expect and how to register.
YouTube gives deadline for users to recover accounts banned for COVID-19, election speech
YouTube is giving creators a chance to recover accounts banned over content related to COVID-19 and elections.
Chicago area man threatened to kill President Trump on Instagram, prosecutors say
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
New study shows that nearly 75% of Americans have a 'love/hate' relationship with group chats
According to a new consumer study, most Americans have a “love/hate” relationship with their group chats. And most of us – 94% actually – are in at least one of them. But what's the deal with group chats? What is missing in the endless digital chatter?
Would you buy a humanoid robot to do your chores? | ChicagoNOW
NEO, a humanoid robot created by 1X, an artificial intelligence and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California. The robot became available for preorder on Oct. 28 for $20,000 for those who want to own it, and $499 per month for anyone who wants to try it out through 1X's subscription option.
Users report Outlook outage affecting Microsoft services
Thousands of users reported issues accessing Outlook on Wednesday, according to Downdetector.
PayPal partners with OpenAI to allow customers to check out in ChatGPT
San Jose company's shares climb after announcing integration allowing instant checkout for ChatGPT users.
Massive UPS layoffs, Apple hits $4 trillion, OpenAI teams up with Paypal | Business news
UPS cuts 48,000 jobs, Apple reaches $4 trillion valuation and PayPal expands its reach with OpenAI.
Spies, lies, and cybercrime
Eric O’Neill is a former FBI counterintelligence operative, famously helped capture Robert Hanssen, the most damaging spy in U.S. history. Now he’s turning his decades of insider expertise to one of today’s biggest threats that affects us all - cybercrime.
AT&T restores services after widespread morning outages
AT&T experienced outages Saturday morning, disrupting connectivity for users across several major U.S. cities.
Musk pleads with Tesla investors to approve his massive $1T pay package deal
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is asking shareholders to support his proposed $1 trillion compensation package that could give him up to 12% of the company's stock.
Amazon plans to replace 600,000 warehouse jobs with AI — what it means for workers
As Amazon moves to automate more warehouse roles, AI expert Darren Kimura discusses how artificial intelligence will reshape manufacturing, customer service, and the future of deskless work.