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Less than a month after unveiling the QWQ-32B (QWEN2.5-32B), an AI inference model that competes with DeepSeek’s R1, Alibaba is back with another release. On Thursday, Alibaba Cloud launched its latest addition to the QWEN series, the QWEN2.5-OMNI-7B. The new model handles not only text, but also images, audio and video, providing real-time responses in both text and natural audio. In short, it’s built to do more than just chat. The company says the QWEN2.5-OMNI-7B is efficient enough to run on edge devices like smartphones, providing developers with flexibility without compromising the output. “This unique combination provides the perfect foundation…
When Donald Trump first spoke to Congress on March 4th, he said, “Europe has sadly spent more money on buying Russian oil and gas than it has spent defending Ukraine.” Trump was unknown for his statistical accuracy, but on this occasion he may be right. A report released Thursday by energy think tank Ember estimates that European purchases of Russia’s gas reached 21.9 billion euros ($23.6 billion) last year, while 18.7 billion euros ($20.17 billion) of financial aid is aid to Ukraine. The numbers did not include military aid. The European Union estimates that since the start of the war,…
San Francisco, USA, March 27, 2025, Chain Wire Kinto is a modular exchange designed to provide secure, compliant, seamless access to Decentralized Finance (DEFI), and today we announced our upcoming list of $K tokens. Tokens scheduled for March 31, 2025 will initially be available on Kinto’s native Exchange, Gate.io, MEXC, and UNISWAP. The $K list shows a major milestone in Kint’s growth after the successful launch of the token, which raised $3.84 million from over 2,700 participants. Using the Dutch auction model, this sale is a transparent price discovery mechanism where bids start high and gradually decreases until all tokens…
Google is rolling out several new AI-powered features across Search, Maps and Gemini, designed to help people plan their summer vacation. New features are coming to help users turn to tools like Openai’s ChatGpt to help them plan their trips. A Google Search AI overview, which displays a snapshot of information at the top of the results page, now helps users get ideas for travelling in a particular region or country. Starting this week, users can search for things like “Create a Costa Rica Itinerary with a Nature Focus.” From there you can view photos and reviews and see the…
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, March 27, 2025, Chain Wire Animoca Brands today announced the strategic partnership between Soneium and Sonyium. Sonyium is an Ethereum Layer 2 open blockchain developed by Sony and powered by Optimism’s Superchain Technology. Through this partnership MOCA network, the Animoca brand’s flagship digital identity infrastructure platform for the open internet creates a premier identity layer on the Soneium blockchain, starting with Anime ID. Moca Network’s Accounts, IDs, and Reputation SDK (AIR SDK) is integrated into the Soneium blockchain, allowing users to maintain their built-in accounts, unique identities and credentials as they explore the various Dapps in…
March 27, 2025Ravi LakshmananMobile Security/Malware The Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group with ties to Pakistan is attributed to the creation of fake websites decorated in Indian public sector postal systems as part of a campaign designed to infect both domestic windows and Android users. Cybersecurity company Cyfirma attributes the campaign to a threat actor called APT36, also known as the Transparent Tribe. A fraudulent website that mimics an Indian post is named “Postindia”.[.]site. “Who lands on the site from Windows Systems will be asked to download the PDF document, but users accessing from Android devices will be provided with a…
March 27, 2025Hacker NewsBrowser security/data protection The workforce uses SaaS applications in pounds, including CRMS, project management tools, payment processors, and lead management tools. Organizations often rely on traditional CASB solutions to protect against malicious access and data delamination, but these are lacking to protect against shadow serpents, data damage, and more. New report to understand the risks of SaaS security: Why CASB solutions cannot cover “Shadow” Saas and SaaS governance highlights the urgent security challenges facing businesses using SaaS applications. This study highlights the inefficiency of traditional CASB solutions, implements an innovative browser-based approach to SaaS security, ensuring full…
Green hydrogen is a zero-emission fuel produced via water electrolysis using a renewable power source. The potential for a decarbonisation industry relying on fossil fuels, making it an important component of energy transitions. Green hydrogen is attracting attention for its ability to store and transport renewable electricity as demand for sustainable energy solutions grows. Unlike other forms of hydrogen, its production does not include fossil fuels, making it an environmentally viable option. Jack Shaw, writer and editor at Modded, explores the technical processes involved in green hydrogen production, from electrolysis and energy procurement to storage and scalability. What is Green…
For conference news, visit Hyatt Regency London, Churchill on March 20th to see the Winston Churchill-inspired event offering. Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was a British politician, writer and orator best known for being prime minister again during World War II in the 1950s. The hotel pays tribute to Churchill and carefully curates details such as books, trinkets and even the man’s own statue. The showcase began with a tour of hotel rooms and meetings and event spaces, followed by a three-course dinner at the library. This is a unique venue inspired by Winston Churchill’s love of travel and literature, featuring featured…
Hackers have long used word and Excel documents as malware delivery vehicles, but in 2025 these tricks are far from outdated. From phishing schemes to zero click exploits, malicious office files are one of the easiest ways to victims’ systems. This is Microsoft’s office-based exploits of the year, as well as the top three exploits that still do what you need to know to avoid. 1. MS Office Phishing: Still Hacker’s Favorites Phishing attacks using Microsoft Office files have been around for years and are still strong. why? They are especially because the team works in a business environment where…