Author: Carter

Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. And check out our new daily news show covering all of the top stories in 5 minutes or less, downloadable on Apple Pod or Spotify.GM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors fall another 1-2% while stocks are green; BTC at $80.2k Coinbase misses earnings with a surprise net loss; prediction markets are booming Tom Lee says his ETH buying may slow as he approaches 5% AWS launches new system with Coinbase and Stripe to let AI…

The official website for the widely-used JDownloader download manager was hacked earlier this week to spread harmful Windows and Linux installers. The Windows version was found to deliver a Python-based remote access trojan (RAT). This supply chain attack impacted users who downloaded installers from the official site between May 6 and May 7, 2026, specifically through the Windows “Download Alternative Installer” links or the Linux shell installer. The developers explained that the attackers altered the website’s download links to redirect users to malicious third-party files instead of the genuine installers. JDownloader is a popular free download management tool that automates…

“Digital transformation” is a term frequently heard in government circles, yet many agencies struggle to implement it effectively on a large scale. Even with strong intentions, when broad, organization-wide initiatives fail to deliver, the common response is to introduce new technologies—such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, or other innovations—to fix perceived gaps. However, the real driver of successful digital transformation isn’t technology itself; it’s rooted in effective communication and teamwork. An impactful enterprise-wide effort to digitize starts with a compelling call to action from leadership. Sponsors must clearly articulate not only the purpose behind the change but also the personal…

June Wan/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET’s key takeawaysSamsung’s Galaxy Watch may predict fainting episodes.False alarms and missed warnings remain concerns.More real-world testing is still needed.Samsung wants you to know its smartwatch can do more than count your steps, track your sleep, and guilt you for not moving enough. The company has announced its Galaxy Watch may be able to predict a fainting episode or blackout before it happens.Samsung revealed this week that a joint clinical study with Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital in Korea validated the Galaxy Watch 6’s ability to predict vasovagal syncope, or VVS.…

Preparing for final exams is stressful enough without the tool you depend on for schoolwork suddenly going offline. That’s the situation many students across the US dealt with on Thursday. After a ransomware attack hit Instructure, the company behind Canvas, the platform switched to “maintenance mode” at the worst possible time. The hacking group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach. Experts say the disruption highlights just how far these attackers are willing to go to pressure their targets.Were you aware that Google Chrome quietly downloads the Gemini Nano AI model in the background? If not, you’re in good company. Many…

If you’ve worked with AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or Gemini CLI, you’ve likely hit this familiar snag: you explain what you need, the agent spits out clean code that compiles fine, but somehow misses the point of what you actually wanted. “Vibe-coding” gets the job done for quick experiments, but it starts to break down when you’re building production-grade software or modifying established projects. According to GitHub, the problem isn’t the AI’s coding ability — it’s how we’ve been using it. Instead of treating these agents like search engines, we should think of them as detail-oriented…

Key points:Bitcoin needs to hold above $78,000 to avoid a trend reversal and return to $80,000 as resistance.Altcoin buyers have left the scene, keeping in step with Bitcoin’s slight correction.Bitcoin (BTC) pulled back near $79,000 on Friday, but buying at lower levels pushed the price toward $80,000. The next big question on traders’ minds is whether BTC will resume its uptrend or higher levels will again attract aggressive selling from bears. CryptoQuant analyst IT Tech said in a Thursday QuickTake note that BTC needs to rally and maintain above $88,880 for a bottom to be confirmed. Until then, the $85,000 to…

Joseph Tonon, a former acting assistant secretary of defense, is taking the reins at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. Justin Doubleday@jdoubledayWFED May 8, 2026 5:13 pm 3 min read A new director at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency will take on DCSA’s longstanding challenge to modernize the federal government’s background investigations system. DCSA announced this week that Joseph Tonon has been selected as director of DCSA. Tonon replaces Justin Overbaugh, the deputy under secretary of defense for intelligence and security who had also been serving as acting director of DCSA since last November. DCSA’s previous permanent director, David…

The discussion sounds simple, but the underlying issue is anything but. The customer purchased servers back in 2017 and normally replaces them every five to six years. Under typical circumstances, they would have been shopping for replacements around 2022 or 2023. That’s how it would have played out in the past. Then the pandemic struck, bringing supply chain disruptions along with it. The original end-of-life announcement that would have arrived around 2023 got pushed back — to 2026 for general software updates and 2028 for security patches. That stretched the usable lifespan of that server platform to roughly a decade,…

The 85-inch TV once ruled the world of large-screen home entertainment. Although it’s now overshadowed by newer 98-inch and even 115-inch models, it remains one of the top picks for most living rooms. With its expansive display delivering sharp details, vibrant colors, and striking contrast, an 85-inch TV is a fantastic way to bring a true cinematic feel into your home.Also: Samsung Micro RGB vs. QLED vs. OLEDIn our May update, we swapped out the LG G4 OLED for the newer LG G6, as it’s the brand’s latest flagship with a refreshed design. We also confirmed that all other 85-inch…