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State-linked Chinese threat actors are actively exploiting critical Microsoft SharePoint zero-day vulnerabilities, breaching dozens of multinational corporations and government entities. The 'ToolShell' exploit chain enables unauthenticated remote code execution, granting attackers full access to servers and sensitive data. With proof-of-concept exploits now public, organizations must urgently patch vulnerable on-premises SharePoint systems.

OpenAI's ChatGPT Agent and Perplexity's Comet promise to revolutionize browsing by automating tasks like shopping and research, but early experiments reveal error-prone clicks and eerie mimicry. As these AI agents stumble through websites, they threaten digital ad revenue and foreshadow a future where phantom bots swarm the internet. The unsettling experience highlights both the potential and pitfalls of agentic AI.

A fire at an X-linked Oregon data center, ignited within a critical power backup system, underscores emerging vulnerabilities as AI's massive computing demands strain infrastructure. The incident, part of a pattern at operator Digital Realty, highlights risks beyond lithium-ion batteries in an era of unprecedented power density.

ZDNET's rigorous testing reveals how top note-taking apps like Notability, Goodnotes 6, and Nebo leverage AI handwriting recognition, PDF annotation, and cross-platform syncing to redefine productivity for developers and professionals. Discover which app best suits technical workflows from coding sketches to research documentation.

ZDNET's rigorous testing reveals Lenovo's standout laptops for 2025, from the Wi-Fi 7-enabled ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 to the Snapdragon X-powered IdeaPad 5x. Discover which models deliver the perfect balance of power, portability, and display quality for development workflows and enterprise demands.

Kinisi Robotics unveils KR1, an autonomous humanoid robot that combines industrial strength with onboard AI to perform complex warehouse tasks. With local processing capabilities and learning-by-demonstration functionality, it promises to transform logistics without cloud dependency.