FBI Seizes Pro-Iranian Hacking Group’s Websites After Stryker Attack

  1. OpenAI has announced the acquisition of Astral, a move aimed at accelerating the growth of Codex to enhance the next generation of Python developer tools. This acquisition will integrate Astral's expertise and technology into OpenAI's existing platforms, further advancing their capabilities in coding assistance. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  2. OpenAI Japan has introduced the Japan Teen Safety Blueprint, which includes stronger age protections, parental controls, and well-being safeguards for teens using generative AI. The initiative aims to ensure that young users are protected and supported while engaging with AI technologies. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  3. OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.4 mini and nano, smaller and faster versions of GPT-5.4. These models are optimized for coding, tool use, multimodal reasoning, and high-volume API and sub-agent workloads, making them more efficient for specific tasks. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  4. DoorDash has launched a new 'Tasks' app, allowing delivery couriers to earn extra income by completing activities such as filming everyday tasks or recording themselves speaking in another language. The videos will be used to train AI systems, providing a new revenue stream for couriers. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  5. Meta has decided not to shut down Horizon Worlds on VR, despite earlier plans to do so. The company now intends to support the platform in VR for the foreseeable future, though it will not introduce new games, according to CTO Andrew Bosworth. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  6. The FBI and the Justice Department have seized two websites linked to the pro-Iranian hacktivist group Handala. This action follows a destructive hack on medical tech giant Stryker, which was attributed to the group. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  7. Meta has reversed its decision to shut down the VR version of its metaverse, Horizon Worlds. The company will continue to support the platform in VR for the foreseeable future, but users should not expect new games, as stated by CTO Andrew Bosworth. (Source: Engadget) Original
  8. Kena: Bridge of Spirits, the award-winning 2021 title from Ember Lab, is set to launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 26. This port brings the critically acclaimed game to a new platform, expanding its reach to a broader audience. (Source: Engadget) Original