KANE'S TECH TIPS:
SUNDAY 25TH MAY 2025
Welcome to another low down on all the latest Tech news, Tips and Tricks to help you keep up to date with the latest from the Tech world!
You can hear the feature On Air on a Sunday with Mark, and throughout the week.
Sir Jony Ive Joins OpenAI
Sir Jony Ive, the former chief design officer at Apple and the creative force behind the iPhone and iMac, has joined OpenAI.
The partnership aims to "reimagine" the future of computing, blending Ive's minimalist design philosophy with OpenAI's cutting-edge artificial intelligence.
This move could herald a new era of user interfaces and hardware, potentially reshaping how we interact with technology.
Link: Apple iPhone designer Sir Jony Ive joins ChatGPT-maker OpenAI - BBC News
Source: BBC News
Russian State-Sponsored Cyber Campaign Exposed By UK Goverment
The UK government has publicly exposed a Russian state-sponsored cyber campaign that has been actively targeting organizations providing support to Ukraine.
This revelation highlights the ongoing cyber front in the geopolitical conflict and the UK's commitment to countering hostile state-backed digital operations.
It also emphasizes the constant vigilance required by nations to protect critical infrastructure and strategic interests from foreign interference.
Link: UK exposes Russian cyber campaign targeting support for Ukraine - BBC News
Source: BBC News, National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Builder.ai Has Filed For Insolvency
Builder.ai, a UK-based tech, has filed for insolvency.
The news comes after the company reportedly restated its revenues, indicating financial difficulties.
This development is a reminder that even highly-valued and seemingly successful tech startups can face significant challenges and ultimate failure in a rapidly evolving and competitive market.
It prompts questions about growth strategies and financial sustainability in the tech sector.
Link: Builder.ai coded itself into a corner – now it's bankrupt - The Register
Source: The Register, Sifted
App Of The Week
This weeks app of the week is called IdeaShell: AI Voice Notes
The app leverages AI to streamline the note-taking process.
Overall, the user interface is intuitive and easy to pick up from the get-go.
This app is free to download on IOS and Android Devices
Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rrd.ideaShell
Apple:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ideashell-ai-voice-notes/id6478199476
🛡️ Security Corner 🛡️
Many people love playing games online. In fact, an estimated 1.2 billion of us are regularly logging on, signing up and playing online.
Unfortunately, whenever money or personal data is changing hands online, criminals can be watching, looking for some way to turn the situation to their advantage.
For those with younger family members to think about, online gaming can be a concern.
From cyberbullying, to excessive time spent playing games, to unscrupulous games which encourage children to pay for content.
