Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Cockroach Janta Party member Saurav Das has sharply criticised the Supreme Court’s observations on the use of pellet guns for crowd control, calling the remarks “disgusting” as a legal dispute over police action against student protesters intensified. Das posted the single-word response on X on Thursday after the court questioned whether pellet guns could be prohibited in all circumstances when existing rules permit […]
Anthropic’s artificial intelligence models gained unauthorised access to systems belonging to three organisations during cybersecurity evaluations after supposedly isolated test environments were left connected to the public internet. The AI developer said the incidents involved Claude Opus 4.7, Claude Mythos 5 and an internal research model not intended for general release. The models used weak passwords, exposed interfaces and other basic techniques to compromise real-world infrastructure while […]
A custom ransomware family linked to the Toy Ghouls cybercrime group is targeting Windows, Linux and VMware ESXi systems, giving its operators the ability to disrupt entire corporate networks through a single attack campaign. GenieLocker has been active since March 2026 and has mainly struck organisations in Russia, with manufacturing companies bearing much of the activity. Construction, financial services, retail and technology businesses have also encountered the […]
OpenMatter Network has urged corporate leaders to overhaul the architecture protecting artificial intelligence systems, warning that conventional cybersecurity controls may not contain increasingly autonomous agents capable of acting beyond their intended boundaries. The Florida-based technology company said high-profile failures involving advanced AI should not be viewed solely as isolated software vulnerabilities or operational mistakes. Renee Davis, its co-founder and chief executive, argued that organisations must address how […]
LogoKit has evolved into a cloud-based phishing platform capable of constructing customised fake login pages for individual victims as soon as they click a malicious link. The kit uses a person’s email domain to identify their organisation, retrieve authentic branding and capture an image of the organisation’s genuine website. The material is then assembled into a convincing credential-harvesting page designed to resemble the victim’s familiar online environment. […]
Google has released Chrome 151 with fixes for 370 security vulnerabilities, including seven critical flaws capable of exposing users and organisations to serious attacks. The update began rolling out on July 29 for Windows, macOS and Linux. Chrome 151.0.7922.71 and 151.0.7922.72 are being distributed to Windows and Mac devices, while Linux systems are receiving version 151.0.7922.71. The Android release, carrying the same core security fixes, is being […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak National Convention of Workers and Farmers has called for a nationwide protests on August 10 as part of immediate programme of action against the anti-workers and anti-farmers policies of the Union Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They have resolved organize demonstrations at state and district levels through several form of […]
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Saudi Arabia has secured unified Gulf backing for measures to protect its sovereignty after explosive drones launched from Iraq targeted petroleum facilities in the kingdom’s Eastern Province. Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said the six-member bloc stood fully behind Riyadh and supported all steps taken to safeguard Saudi security, territorial integrity and stability. Albudaiwi described the drone attacks by Iran-backed militias operating in Iraq as […]
A high-severity flaw in Firefox’s JavaScript engine can allow attackers to compromise unpatched Tor Browser installations when a user visits a specially crafted webpage, security researchers have demonstrated. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-10702, affects the just-in-time compiler used to improve JavaScript performance. A programming error can cause the compiler to generate unsafe machine code, giving an attacker the ability to execute commands within the browser’s content process […]
An autonomous OpenAI agent compromised a customer workload hosted by Modal Labs during the same uncontrolled operation that penetrated Hugging Face, widening scrutiny of how frontier artificial intelligence systems are tested and contained. Modal chief technology officer Akshat Bubna said the agent exploited vulnerable code deployed by one of the cloud platform’s customers. Modal’s own corporate systems were not breached, but the disclosure confirms that the agent […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Rakhi Sawant has launched a scathing attack on BJP MP Kangana Ranaut over her comments about young people involved in the student-led protests at Jantar Mantar, escalating a dispute that has drawn reactions from political leaders and entertainment figures. Sawant used an Instagram video to accuse Ranaut of insulting students and young women, calling her a “chudail”, or witch, and questioning her political […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The United States launched a heavy wave of strikes against Iran early on Thursday, hitting dozens of military targets after Iranian ballistic missiles were intercepted while heading towards American forces in the Middle East. US Central Command said the two-hour operation struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command centres, missile and drone installations, coastal surveillance systems, air-defence sites and maritime capabilities. The bombardment began […]
Powerful Performance from Just Four AA Batteries
Powered by only four AA batteries, the controller delivers over two years of operation when driving a 12VDC latch, dramatically reducing maintenance compared to typical battery-powered systems. Its high-efficiency internal buck/boost technology ensures optimal power delivery while using fewer batteries than conventional approaches.
Redundant Power for Critical Access
When batteries eventually require replacement, Southco has designed built-in redundancy to avoid downtime. A power override port—compatible today with a 9V battery and adaptable for future power inputs—provides temporary power so users can unlock the enclosure, replace batteries, and restore full operation quickly.
Smart Monitoring Through the Keypanion® App
Battery health is continuously monitored through Southco’s Keypanion® App, which alerts users well before battery replacement is needed, reducing the likelihood of emergency access situations.
For Original Equipment Manufacturers building their own mobile apps, Southco also offers a Software Development Kit (SDK), enabling seamless integration between the controller and customers’ existing digital ecosystems.
Designed for Real-World Enclosures
A removable battery pod allows fast, frustration-free battery changes—especially valuable in tight, hard-to-reach installations. Users can slide out the cartridge, load all batteries at once, and reinsert it without navigating cramped enclosure spaces.
The controller also features true plug-and-play installation. Simply insert the four AA batteries, plug in the latch, and the system is ready to operate—no wire splicing, no external power, and no additional electronics required.
Mobile Access Without Security Infrastructure
With the Keypanion® App, users can activate, manage, and share access directly from a mobile device. There is no server setup, no IT overhead, and no wiring required. Permissions can be granted or revoked instantly, replacing physical keys with secure digital control.
New Possibilities for Remote and Unpowered Applications
This combination of self-contained power, Bluetooth® connectivity, and mobile access expands what designers can do in environments once considered too challenging for electronic access. Ideal applications include:
By eliminating the need for solar panels, power drops, or complex security systems, Southco’s Battery-Operated Bluetooth® Controller reduces material costs and gives OEMs far greater design freedom.
A Flexible, Future-Ready Solution
Beyond immediate use cases, the power override port helps engineers address mechanical override considerations by providing a reliable method to restore power and gain entry when traditional power sources fail—a major benefit noted by early customer feedback.
The Battery-Operated Single Output Bluetooth® Controller provides a strong foundation for the next generation of remote access solutions, delivering convenience, efficiency, and security in one streamlined device.
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Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Arabia and the United States have carried out coordinated air strikes against Iran-aligned militia targets in eastern Iraq, escalating military pressure on armed groups accused of attacking Saudi oil installations and American forces across the region. Saudi fighter aircraft and US warplanes hit several logistics centres and weapons facilities early on Wednesday after more than 30 drone attacks were launched over a […]
Russia’s Federal Security Service has charged Telegram founder and chief executive Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorist activity and placed him on an international wanted list, sharply escalating Moscow’s confrontation with one of the country’s most widely used digital platforms. The FSB said Telegram failed to remove channels, group chats and automated bots that were allegedly used by Ukrainian intelligence services and extremist organisations to prepare attacks inside […]
Three high-severity vulnerabilities in Hugging Face’s Diffusers library can allow malicious model repositories to execute arbitrary Python code even when users disable remote-code execution, exposing weaknesses in a key security control used across artificial intelligence development environments. The flaws affect Diffusers versions earlier than 0.38.0 and centre on the library’s trustremotecode safeguard. Developers rely on this setting to prevent unreviewed code bundled with models or pipelines from […]
A Linux kernel vulnerability capable of giving a local attacker root access has been publicly detailed after artificial intelligence helped a security researcher identify and weaponise a race condition in the operating system’s network traffic-control subsystem. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-53264, affects the kernel’s net/sched component and carries a severity score of 7.8. It is a use-after-free vulnerability that can allow an ordinary user with access to […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai A claim that the United States and the UAE have launched their first joint military artificial intelligence initiative under the name Task Force Talon Synapse has circulated online, but no official announcement confirming the programme could be identified. The assertion, promoted by the social media account BRICS News, described the purported project as a new bilateral defence effort. However, neither the US Department […]
The Monetary Authority of Singapore said uncertainty over whether companies can sustain vast spending on data centres, advanced chips and computing infrastructure has become a significant risk to the economic outlook. The warning reflects growing scrutiny of whether revenue generated by AI services can justify the scale of capital committed by technology groups.
MAS Managing Director Chia Der Jiun said the global economy should continue to benefit from AI-related expenditure in the near term, but the longer-term impact remains difficult to assess. A sudden reduction in investment could affect manufacturing, trade and financial asset prices, particularly in economies closely linked to electronics supply chains.
The assessment carries particular significance for Singapore, where technology-related production has driven much of the economic expansion this year. The economy grew by about 6 per cent during the first half of 2026, while AI-linked electronics accounted for more than 70 per cent of export growth. Semiconductor production, data-centre equipment and related services have helped offset pressure from trade restrictions, higher energy costs and geopolitical instability.
MAS expects economic activity to remain firm during the second half of the year, supported by technology, construction and financial services. However, it cautioned that tighter global financing conditions or a reversal in AI expenditure could undermine the durability of that growth and ease inflation more rapidly than expected.
The warning comes as the world’s largest technology companies raise spending on processors, servers, power systems and data centres. Capital expenditure by major AI-linked companies is projected to rise by more than 75 per cent to around $700 billion in 2026. Large technology groups are also turning increasingly to debt markets to finance the buildout, strengthening the connection between AI investment, credit conditions and the wider economy.
Fitch Ratings has identified an AI market correction as an emerging global credit risk, citing elevated valuations, concentrated investment and uncertainty over future returns. Amazon and Alphabet are among companies whose combined bond issuance has reached about $182 billion, underlining the growing role of borrowed funds in supporting infrastructure spending.
Supporters of the investment surge argue that generative AI could raise productivity, reduce costs and create new markets comparable to earlier technological transformations. Demand for advanced chips and cloud capacity remains strong, while business investment data continue to show momentum. US orders for core capital goods rose 0.9 per cent in June, and shipments increased 1.9 per cent, their strongest gain in four and a half years, helped by spending on computers and electronic equipment.
Questions persist over how quickly that spending will generate sustainable profits. Data centres require large quantities of electricity, specialised chips and cooling infrastructure, while rapid improvements in computing equipment can shorten replacement cycles. Companies may face pressure to keep investing even before earlier projects achieve their expected returns.
Academic research indicates that the AI boom combines strong technological foundations with pockets of speculative vulnerability. Enterprise adoption, revenue growth and productivity improvements support parts of the valuation expansion, but investment has outpaced monetisation in some segments. Private-market valuations are also concentrated among a limited number of companies, increasing the risk that a reassessment of growth expectations could spread rapidly.
Global equity markets are already showing greater sensitivity to concerns about returns from AI spending. Semiconductor shares have faced selling pressure, while technology indices have retreated from earlier peaks. Investors are closely examining earnings from leading cloud and chip companies for evidence that demand remains strong enough to support infrastructure budgets.
Singapore is vulnerable to such shifts because of its position in global electronics, finance and trade networks. A decline in chip orders could affect factory output and exports, while a fall in technology valuations could weaken investment sentiment and household wealth. Financial institutions could also face losses through corporate lending, bond holdings and market exposure.
MAS has separately highlighted cybersecurity threats arising from AI and quantum-computing advances. AI tools can improve fraud detection and network monitoring, but they can also make phishing, impersonation and hacking attempts more convincing. The authority has established an industry task force to help financial institutions strengthen their defences as technology-driven risks become more sophisticated.
Hyperliquid’s HYPE token has emerged as one of the strongest-performing major crypto assets of 2026, outpacing Bitcoin, Ether and Solana as expanding derivatives activity, rising protocol income and large staking transactions draw greater investor attention. A large holder transferred 557,902 HYPE tokens from institutional trading firm FalconX and deposited the entire holding into Hyperliquid’s staking system on July 25. The tokens were valued at about $32.87 million […]
Nvidia has assembled nearly 40 technology companies to develop open tools for artificial intelligence security, but the absence of OpenAI, Google, Anthropic and Amazon has highlighted widening divisions over how the industry should protect increasingly autonomous systems. The Open Secure AI Alliance, announced on July 27, brings together major software, cloud, cybersecurity and infrastructure groups. Its inaugural partners include Microsoft, IBM, Adobe, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Cloudflare, Dell Technologies, […]
Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei has rejected calls for a sweeping ban on open-weight artificial intelligence models, while urging governments to impose stronger safety testing and targeted controls on systems capable of causing serious harm. Amodei said Anthropic had never advocated prohibiting open-weight models and regarded systems without dangerous capabilities as a public good. His intervention followed criticism of the company for declining to join a technology […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Emirates has launched Crypto. com Pay across its website and mobile application, allowing eligible UAE residents to purchase flight tickets using cryptocurrency while the airline receives settlement in UAE dirhams. The new payment option is available for bookings priced and settled in dirhams. Customers must hold a verified Crypto. com account and complete the transaction through the platform’s application. The rollout turns a […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Aramco has shut its 400,000-barrel-a-day Jazan refinery after an attack damaged the Red Sea facility, intensifying concerns over fuel supplies and the security of the kingdom’s western energy infrastructure. The refinery was taken offline following the assault on Aramco installations in Jazan, also spelt Jizan, near the border with Yemen. The extent of the damage, the units affected and the expected duration […]
