Cyber Security
Lazarus hackers use post-quantum cryptography for malware delivery
North Korean hackers are using a post-quantum cryptographic mechanism to secure malicious payload delivery in new operations that combine old and new malware. [...]
Marvell, Microsoft & Oracle Work to Standardize Data Center Hardware Security
The effort is aimed at standardizing a NIST FIPS 140-3 Level 3 integrated HSM for cloud and hyperscale data center infrastructure.
Cloud Security Alliance Survey Finds Data Loss Prevention Often Detects Data Loss Only After It Happens
Research finds that, among respondents experiencing data loss, only 16% said DLP blocked their most significant incidents before data left the organization.
AI & Automation
An AI model’s false tip to Philadelphia police reveals how digital agents can do as they’re told and still cause trouble
An expert on AI governance explains why these rare mistakes may soon be common, and with much higher stakes.
Is Claude Conscious? Inside Anthropic’s Quest to Instill Morality Into Its A.I. Models
Elizabeth Dias, our national religion correspondent, and Cade Metz, one of our technology reporters, discuss Anthropic’s approach for instilling morality into Claude — which has involved consultations with religious leaders, including ones at the Vatican — and why it’s raising questions.
Postman adds security controls for AI agents, APIs, and MCP servers
Postman has announced the general availability of Fabric Gateway, a protocol-agnostic control plane for governing how AI agents, LLMs, and MCP servers discover and interact with APIs, tools, and other agents. With Fabric Gateway, organizations can securely connect AI agents to their APIs while…
Markets & Economy
Oil is now flowing out of the Persian Gulf like before the Iran war. Why prices may still not come down anytime soon.
Trump says data centers should generate their own electricity — but experts say only states can mandate that
Medicare is a bargain. What America can’t afford is private health insurance.
Polymarket traders see a 10% chance the AI bubble bursts before New Year’s Day
Tech Careers
California rule would clarify protections for postpartum depression, telework accommodations
Pennsylvania county becomes first in nation to pass paid parental leave
Nearly a quarter of fathers don’t return to work after parental leave, study shows
Nearly $82M government grant targets rural job training
Science
Wild fish are a precious resource—here’s how aquaculture can bolster food security
Hearing laughter may cause orangutans to value rewards more
Orangutans prefer food associated with sounds of laughter, study suggests
NASA Conducts RS-25 Engine Test in Support of Future Artemis Missions
Space
NASA Conducts RS-25 Engine Test in Support of Future Artemis Missions
Pupils who designed a badge sent to space meet NASA astronaut headed to the Moon
NASA JPL Looks to Next 90 Years of Innovation, Exploration
Reexamined Viking 2 signal reveals possible marsquake from region active decades later
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Wild fish are a precious resource—here’s how aquaculture can bolster food security
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TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies. Read More about TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
On Affordability: Can a Politician Make Your Groceries Cheaper?
Candidates across the country are using affordability slogans to sell policies on housing, health care, utilities and groceries. Read More about On Affordability: Can a Politician Make Your Groceries Cheaper?
Oil is now flowing out of the Persian Gulf like before the Iran war. Why prices may still not come down anytime soon.
Oil flows out of the Persian Gulf in October nearly returned to levels seen before the start of the Iran war, but traders remain wary about a fragile recovery. Read More about Oil is now flowing out of the Persian Gulf like before the Iran war. Why prices may still not come down anytime soon.
Chiricahua is the nation’s newest national park – what does that mean?
What comes next for Chiricahua, now that is has been officially redesignated as America’s 64th national park? Read More about Chiricahua is the nation’s newest national park – what does that mean?
Trump heads to South Carolina to boost Senator Darline Graham in race
The race between the sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews has tightened in deep-red state. Read More about Trump heads to South Carolina to boost Senator Darline Graham in race