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Kash Patel clothing website taken offline after cyberattack

BasedApparel.com, a merchandise website co-created by Kash Patel, was taken offline on Friday in 2026 after it was found tricking macOS visitors into installing infostealer malware. This incident reve

Lucas Bennet· May 22· 2 min read
Robotic arms and human workers with AR glasses on an advanced automotive factory floor, with holographic AI displays in the background.

Automakers Accelerate AI Skills Race

Ethan Calder · May 18
A high-tech data center environment showcasing advanced AI processing units and holographic displays, representing Qualcomm's new chip technology.

Qualcomm Unveils New AI Chips for Data Centers

Lucas Bennet · Apr 30
Futuristic cityscape illustrating the intersection of AI development and workforce changes, with glowing code and neural networks symbolizing the shift.

Meta cuts 8,000 jobs, closes roles amid AI focus

Lucas Bennet · Apr 26
Dynamic image of Indian entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern tech hub, with a futuristic cityscape backdrop, symbolizing the recent $331 million funding surge in India's startup ecosystem.

Indian Startups Raise Over $331 Million in Late March Funding Surge

Lucas Bennet · Mar 30
Diverse group of entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern Estonian city, symbolizing the welcoming startup visa for non-EU founders.

Estonia's Startup Visa Welcomes Non-EU Founders to Entrepreneurial Hub

By 2026, Estonia, a nation of just 1.

Ethan Calder· May 2· 2 min