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The NTSB chooses Elon Musk’s X to update the press on plane crashes

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The National Transportation Safety Board will only update the press about the plane crashes in Washington, DC and Philadelphia on X — not over email, as reported earlier by The Desk. The agency announced on Saturday that it will use its @NTSB_Newsroom account to share ”news conferences or other investigative information.“

The NTSB later said, “Reporters should email mediarelations@ntsb.gov for all other inquiries,” claiming that it was meant to “better manage the volume of” emails about the two incidents n. “The NTSB media relations team has always used Twitter/X to inform the media and public on the time and location of media briefings. We cannot respond to every email asking for the details of media briefings,” the NTSB said, without explaining the process behind the decision or why an agency would rely solely on one privately owned social media platform.

At the same time, the US Department of Defense is also removing major outlets, like NBC News, The New York Times, NPR, and Politico, from their dedicated workstations in the Pentagon, according to a report from NBC. Instead, the DoD will impose an “annual media rotation program” that will replace the outlets with conservative-leaning ones, like One America News Network, the New York Post, and Breitbart. It also includes HuffPost even though it doesn’t have a Pentagon correspondent, NBC notes.

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Tinder adds new Explore categories to help you find likeminded dates

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Tinder adds new Explore categories to help you find likeminded dates

Tinder is updating its Explore page with new categories to help you find dates with similar relationship goals. With the update, you can now browse profiles in groups such as “Serious Dater,” “Long-Term Partner,” “Non-monogamy,” and “Short-Term Fun.”

The dating app notes that you can only qualify for the Serious Dater category if you have a bio, upload at least four photos, and set your relationship goals to a long-term option. Tinder first rolled out its Explore page in 2021, which initially let you browse profiles with similar interests like “Gamers,” “Animal Parents,” and “Binge Watchers,” as well as see matches who are “Free Tonight.”

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Beware of fake Reddit solutions delivering dangerous malware

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Beware of fake Reddit solutions delivering dangerous malware

Sometimes, when you need an answer to a complex life situation or a way to troubleshoot an error on your computer, regular articles on the web don’t help. Some issues are so niche that no one writes about them, and those who do often say nothing useful in 1,000 words. 

In these cases, adding Reddit to your search query can be a game changer. Nine times out of 10, someone on Reddit has faced the same issue, and there’s probably a solution. 

But bad actors have caught on to this, too. They’re now mimicking Reddit to spread malware that can steal your personal information.

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What you need to know about fake Reddit pages

Hackers are distributing nearly 1,000 fake websites mimicking Reddit and WeTransfer to spread the Lumma Stealer malware. These sites are designed to trick you into downloading malicious software by imitating legitimate discussions and file-sharing services.

On these fake Reddit pages, attackers create a fabricated discussion where one user asks for help downloading a tool, another offers a WeTransfer link and a third expresses gratitude to make the exchange seem real. Clicking the link redirects victims to a counterfeit WeTransfer site, where the download button delivers the Lumma Stealer malware.

All these fake pages have the following things in common:

  • The websites include a brand name (like “Reddit” or “WeTransfer”) followed by random characters to appear legitimate at first glance
  • They use “.org” or “.net” domains instead of the official one, which is “.com”
  • The interface closely mimics the real sites to deceive users

These fake websites were discovered by Sekoia researcher crep1x, who compiled a full list of the pages involved in the scheme. In total, 529 of these sites mimic Reddit, while 407 impersonate WeTransfer to trick users into downloading malware.

According to BleepingComputer, hackers may be driving traffic to these fake pages through methods like malicious ads (malvertising), search engine manipulation (SEO poisoning), harmful websites, direct messages on social media and other deceptive tactics.

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Illustration of a hacker at work (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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The dangers of info-stealer malware

Hackers are using fake Reddit pages to spread Lumma Stealer, a powerful malware designed to steal personal data while staying under the radar. Once it infects a device, it can grab passwords stored in web browsers and session tokens, allowing attackers to hijack accounts without even needing a password.

But Reddit isn’t the only way this malware spreads. Hackers also push it through GitHub comments, deepfake websites and shady online ads. Once they steal login credentials, they often sell them on hacker forums, where others can use them for further attacks.

This type of malware has already played a role in major security breaches, including attacks on PowerSchoolHot Topic, CircleCI and Snowflake. It’s a growing threat, especially for companies that rely on password-based security.

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6 ways to protect yourself from info-stealing malware

1. Be cautious with download links: Avoid downloading files from random Reddit discussions, social media messages or unfamiliar websites. If an unknown user shares the link or seems out of place in the context, it’s better to err on the side of caution. If the link is directing you to a file-sharing site like WeTransfer or Google Drive, double-check the URL for any signs of manipulation—like random characters added to the domain name.

2. Have strong antivirus software: The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware originating from these Reddit discussions, potentially accessing your private information, is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.

3. Verify website URLs: Fake websites often look convincing but have slight differences in their URLs. Check for misspellings, extra characters or unusual domains (e.g., “.org” or “.net” instead of the official “.com”).

4. Use strong, unique passwords and enable 2FA: password manager can help generate and store strong passwords for each site. Meanwhile, enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security, making it harder for attackers to hijack your accounts. Get more details about my best expert-reviewed Password Managers of 2025 here.

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5. Keep your software updated: Regularly update your operating system, apps, browsers and other software on your PC or mobile devices. Updates often include patches for security vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit.

6. Watch out for malvertising and SEO traps: Hackers manipulate search engine results and run deceptive ads to trick users into visiting fake sites. Stick to official sources and avoid clicking on ads or search results that seem too good to be true. 

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Kurt’s key takeaway

Hackers are getting sneakier, using fake Reddit and WeTransfer pages to spread dangerous malware like Lumma Stealer. These sites might look real, but they’re designed to steal your personal info. To stay safe, always double-check links and be cautious about downloading files from unfamiliar sources. Use strong, unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication and keep your software updated to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.

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The Zenfone 12 Ultra is another big phone the US won’t get

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The Zenfone 12 Ultra is another big phone the US won’t get

The Zenfone 12 Ultra officially launches today, but unlike previous generations, this one won’t be sold in the US.

As expected, the 12 Ultra is a de-gamer-ified ROG Phone 9 Pro with a big screen, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a unique gimbal-like stabilizer in the main camera. It’s the same formula Asus followed with the Zenfone 11 Ultra, which was a fine device but failed to stand out in a sea of other big Android phones. Now, this edition isn’t even making landfall on our shores.

As you’d expect of a phone with gaming DNA, the 12 Ultra offers a big 5,500mAh battery. It supports 65W wired charging and up to 15W wireless charging via the Qi 1.3 standard — no Qi2 here. The 6.78-inch screen is an LTPO panel with variable refresh rates from 1 to 120Hz, and its 1080p resolution is a little low for a panel of this size.

The 12 Ultra, naturally, comes with a load of AI features. There’s AI background noise removal for video recording, AI-powered semantic search in the photo gallery, AI voice memo transcription, and AI document summarization. AI, AI, AI. These are all very familiar and seemingly a pre-requisite for any phone in 2025.

The 12 Ultra’s less familiar feature is its gimbal-like image stabilization, which is in its fourth iteration. Like previous versions, it offers hardware-based shake correction, combined with an updated electronic stabilization algorithm. In previous models, it’s been a genuinely cool feature and very effective at smoothing out bumpy camera footage.

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Outside of the stabilization upgrade, the 12 Ultra’s camera hardware is unchanged from the 11 Ultra with a 50-megapixel main camera, 32-megapixel 3x telephoto, and a 13-megapixel ultrawide on the rear panel. On the software side, there’s a set of iPhone Photographic Styles-like color grading adjustments to adjust your preferred preset for color temperature and saturation in your shots.

Asus spokesperson Anthony Spence says that the decision to not bring the Zenfone 12 Ultra to North America “does not rule out the possibility of future Zenfone models being made available in the US,” so maybe this isn’t the end of the Zenfone line in the states. But it does seem to be further confirmation that the small Zenfone is dead. Long live the small phone.

The Zenfone 12 Ultra will start at €1,099 (about $1,145).

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