AI analysis of social media reveals fitness apps' unintended psychological consequences

AI analysis of social media reveals fitness apps’ unintended psychological consequences

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A study published in the British Journal of Health Psychology reveals the negative behavioral and psychological consequences of commercial fitness apps reported by users on social media. These impacts may undermine the potential of apps to promote health and well-being. When investigators used artificial intelligence (AI) using a method called machine-assisted…

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What happens when phones are banned in schools: Studies show improved test scores, better attendance, and fewer distractions

What happens when phones are banned in schools: Studies show improved test scores, better attendance, and fewer distractions

Phone bans in schools linked to improved academic results and fewer distractions, multiple studies find. (Getty Images) A new study conducted in a Florida school district has revealed that banning mobile phones in schools can lead to significant academic and behavioural improvements. According to a report published by ABC News, the enforcement of a phone…

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Hackers Exploit OAuth Apps to Keep Cloud Access Even After Password Resets

Hackers Exploit OAuth Apps to Keep Cloud Access Even After Password Resets

Cloud account takeover attacks have evolved beyond simple credential theft. Cybercriminals are now exploiting OAuth applications to maintain persistent access to compromised environments, bypassing traditional security measures like password resets and multifactor authentication. Cloud account takeover (ATO) attacks have become a significant concern in recent years, with cybercriminals and state-sponsored actors increasingly adopting malicious OAuth…

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Grab Expands with New 'Partner Apps' for Travel

Grab Expands with New ‘Partner Apps’ for Travel

Grab, the Singapore-based app best known for ride-hailing and food delivery, on Wednesday announced the launch of a new feature called “Partner Apps,” allowing other companies to plug their services directly into the Grab platform. Partner Apps will let users book and pay for a range of third-party services within Grab without having to download…

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The first Android XR headset

The first Android XR headset

Try Android XR on the new Galaxy XR Galaxy XR gives you an infinite screen to explore your apps, with Gemini by your side. It lets you switch between being fully immersed in a virtual environment and staying present in the real world, and you can navigate the interface naturally with your voice, hands and…

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