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CrowdStrike and Google take down botnet used by hackers to target software developers in supply chain attacks

Cybercriminals used the Glassworm botnet to infect open source software projects with malware, and in turn hack the developers and companies that use that software.

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TechCrunch May 27, 2026 at 18:25 Startups
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UK Visa Portal exposed thousands of applicants’ passports and selfies — then called the lawyers on us

The third-party website exposed passports, selfies, and the location data of applicants who submitted their documents as part of the U.K. visa application process. Instead of fi...

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Meta launches Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp subscriptions, with more to come, including AI plans

Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp worldwide, while also testing new AI, creator, and business-focused offerings under its broader...

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TechCrunch May 27, 2026 at 17:54 Startups
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With a new $100M raise, Princeton’s Thea Energy is now a top-funded fusion startup

Thea Energy's pixel-inspired magnets could give its power plant plans a boost. The fusion startup hopes to get a commercial reactor working by 2034.

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Momentum is building quickly, so this card is a good early entry point into the topic.

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Fresh coverage with immediate momentum.