Bybit Flags AI-Driven macOS Malware Campaign Targeting Developers Searching for Claude Code

Bybit has stepped into the cybersecurity spotlight with a detailed disclosure that reads more like a warning shot than a routine report. The cryptocurrency exchange revealed a coordinated malware campaign aimed at macOS users who searched for “Claude Code,” an AI development tool from Anthropic. The findings highlight a growing pattern: attackers are following developers, and they are doing it through search engines. [Read more…]

Brandpoint Introduces AI Visibility Tracking as Search Behavior Shifts

Brandpoint has announced a new direction for its platform. The company now offers an end-to-end system that connects content creation, distribution, and performance measurement across both paid and earned media.

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Google has confirmed the release of the February 2026 Discover Core Update, an algorithmic change aimed squarely at improving what users see inside the Discover feed. The update began rolling out on Thursday, February 5, 2026, and applies to English-language users in the United States, with broader global expansion planned in the months ahead.

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Google has notified users that it is discontinuing its Dark Web Report, a feature intended to scan portions of the dark web for exposed personal information. According to the email sent to users, the report will stop monitoring for new results on January 15, 2026, and all associated data will be permanently removed on February 16, 2026.

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Google Finally Agrees to Blur Sensitive Sites on Maps in South Korea

After nearly two decades of push and pull, Google has agreed to meet South Korea’s demands to blur sensitive satellite images and keep geospatial data inside the country. The move clears a path for full walking and driving directions in a market long dominated by Naver and Kakao.

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Restaurant Pushes Back on Google AI Specials

A family-owned restaurant in Wentzville, Missouri, has found itself caught in the crossfire of technology gone wrong. Stefanina’s Pizzeria, a well-known spot in town, says customers are showing up with expectations shaped by Google’s AI-generated search results—expectations the restaurant never set. [Read more…]

AAP Strikes New Deal With Google to Feed Trusted News Into Gemini App

Australian Associated Press (AAP) has inked a fresh agreement with Google that will put its fact-checked news content directly into the Gemini app. The goal: to give users access to accurate, timely information in an era where misinformation spreads faster than ever.

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Google has introduced a new feature that gives users more say over which news outlets appear in the Top Stories section of their search results. Called “Preferred Sources,” it allows anyone to prioritize the news sites they trust most, making it easier to see content from those outlets more often when it’s relevant. [Read more…]

Google’s AI Overviews: More Like a Magician’s Misdirection Than a Traffic Upgrade

Google just published a blog post titled “AI in Search is driving more queries and higher quality clicks”. The headline suggests growth. Progress. An upgrade. But if you ask the publishers, SEOs, and site owners watching their traffic disappear in real-time, they’ll tell you the opposite. [Read more…]

If you’ve been watching Google Trends lately, you’ve probably noticed something strange: it’s no longer about headlines or major events—it’s about people. And not just politicians or celebrities in the news, but influencers, athletes, and even viral names you’ve never heard before. [Read more…]