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Open5GS DoS Flaw Puts 5G Core Networks at Risk
A critical denial-of-service vulnerability, CVE-2026-10117, has been found in Open5GS versions up to 2.7.7. The flaw in a core networking component allows remote attackers to disrupt services, with a public exploit already available. This poses an immediate threat to deployments relying on the open-source 5G core.
May 30, 2026
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Replit, Visa Empower AI Agents with Digital Identity and Payments
Replit and Visa are partnering to embed payment capabilities directly into AI agent workflows, allowing autonomous agents to pay for services. This collaboration includes a strategic investment from Visa and a new identity layer for agents, potentially reshaping how AI software operates and transacts online.
May 30, 2026
Nvidia Deepens Korea Ties with AI Hub Plan, Huang Visit
Nvidia is strengthening its footprint in South Korea. CEO Jensen Huang is expected to visit, coinciding with plans by Nvidia-backed Reflection AI to build a multi-billion dollar data center there. This move signals a strategic push for open AI infrastructure amid rising global competition.
May 30, 2026
Metasploit Update Arms Testers with 'Dirty Frag' Linux LPEs
The latest Metasploit update, released May 29, 2026, significantly boosts Linux local privilege escalation (LPE) capabilities. It introduces new modules for the 'Dirty Frag' vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-43284 and CVE-2026-43500), alongside other tools, making these critical exploits readily available for security testing.
May 30, 2026
OpenAI Taps Citi, JPMorgan for IPO Preparations
OpenAI is reportedly in talks with financial giants Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase to join its initial public offering banking lineup. This move, reported late last week, signals serious progress toward a highly anticipated public debut for the influential AI developer.
May 29, 2026
ExtremeCloud IQ Flaw Exposed Tenant Data via API Race Condition
A recently disclosed vulnerability, CVE-2026-9831, revealed that ExtremeCloud IQ could suffer cross-tenant data exposure. A race condition in the Extreme Platform ONE IAM Gateway API-key authentication path allowed authenticated requests to intermittently receive data meant for another customer. This highlights the inherent risks in multi-tenant cloud architectures under high-stress conditions.
May 29, 2026
Critical Flaws Emerge in Google Chrome's V8, ANGLE, and XML
Google Chrome faces three new critical vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-9966, -9968, and -9969, affecting versions up to 148.0.7778.179. These flaws in the V8, ANGLE, and XML components could allow attackers to manipulate browser behavior, emphasizing the urgent need for prompt updates.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic's Near-Trillion Dollar Leap Eclipses OpenAI
AI startup Anthropic has reportedly secured $65 billion in a new funding round, pushing its valuation to an astonishing $965 billion. This places the Claude AI maker ahead of rival OpenAI in private market value, signaling a heated race for dominance in the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic Nears Trillion-Dollar Mark, Tops OpenAI
Anthropic's valuation has soared to an estimated $965 billion, reportedly after securing $65 billion in private funding this week. This monumental figure positions the AI firm, known for its Claude models, as the world's most valuable AI startup, surpassing OpenAI's last reported valuation of $730 billion. The move intensifies an already fierce competition for AI dominance.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic's Near-Trillion Valuation Eclipses OpenAI
Anthropic secured $65 billion in new funding, pushing its valuation to an astonishing $965 billion. This marks a significant moment, as the Claude maker now officially surpasses rival OpenAI in market worth, intensifying the competitive landscape of the AI industry.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic's Claude Mythos Models Headed for Public Release, Post-Vulnerability Fixes
Anthropic is set to roll out its advanced Claude Mythos-class AI models to the public within weeks, a move that follows extensive preview testing. This testing uncovered thousands of serious software vulnerabilities, prompting the company to implement significant new safeguards before general availability. The incident underscores the complex safety challenges in deploying next-generation AI.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic's Near-$1 Trillion Valuation Shakes AI Race
Anthropic has reportedly rocketed past OpenAI to become the most valuable AI startup, with a valuation nearing $1 trillion after a $65 billion funding round. This move intensifies the competition for compute and talent, hinting at a potential IPO and a profitable quarter for the Claude maker.
May 29, 2026
Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.8: AI Aims for Honesty
Anthropic has rolled out Claude Opus 4.8, an upgraded AI model that promises greater honesty and improved performance, particularly in complex coding tasks. The company says the new version is less likely to conceal its errors, a key move as competition in the AI space heats up.
May 28, 2026
Claude Opus 4.8 Aims for 'Honest' AI, Anthropic Teases New Class
Anthropic just rolled out Claude Opus 4.8, a new model designed to catch its own mistakes and tell users about them, leaning into a more "honest" AI experience. The company also hinted at a more powerful "Mythos-Class" of models on the horizon.
May 28, 2026
Anthropic Rolls Out Claude Opus 4.8, Eyes Honesty & Future
Anthropic has released Claude Opus 4.8, claiming it's four times more "honest" with sharper judgment and fewer code flaws. This new model enters a competitive field against OpenAI's GPT-5.5 and Google's Gemini 3.1 Pro. The company also secured a massive $65 billion Series H round, valuing it at nearly a trillion dollars, with more powerful "Mythos" models on the horizon.
May 28, 2026