In late November 2025, attackers compromised SmartTube's signing keys, distributing malware via a malicious update to the popular open-source YouTube client for Android TV, affecting thousands. Google and Amazon remotely uninstalled affected versions. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in open-source apps, prompting calls for enhanced security practices and user vigilance.
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ExpressVPN has introduced a "Fastest Location" button in its Android, iOS, and Mac apps to automatically connect users to the speediest servers for low-latency tasks like streaming and gaming. It also launched a rebuilt native Mac app for improved performance and macOS integration. These updates enhance usability and security in a competitive VPN market.
Microsoft is set to enhance Teams' performance in January 2026 by separating calling features into a dedicated background process, ms-teams_modulehost.exe, for Windows desktop users. This aims to reduce launch times, boost reliability during high-activity sessions, and address longstanding complaints about sluggishness and resource strain. The update builds on prior optimizations to improve productivity in hybrid work environments.
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Under EU's Digital Markets Act, WhatsApp has introduced interoperability in Europe, enabling encrypted messaging with third-party apps like BirdyChat and Haiket. This fosters competition but raises privacy concerns amid technical challenges. The move could reshape global messaging standards while balancing openness and security.
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