European refrigeration attacks, Marvell–Lumentum deal, Apple spyware alerts
Cyberattacks have interrupted supermarket refrigeration across Europe, prompting Belgian prosecutors to open an investigation. Marvell has agreed to acquire Lumentum in a $115 billion stock deal that would combine their connectivity technologies for superintelligence (SI) data centers, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. Apple has warned users in 99 countries of suspected spyware targeting, with recipients able to verify notifications through their Apple accounts.
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Software
Supermarket refrigeration problems hit nine European countries
Cyberattacks disrupted supermarket cooling across Europe, while UK food suppliers also reported incidents. Belgian prosecutors have opened an investigation and the UK’s cyber security center is monitoring affected organizations.
Updated since this editionApple warns users in 99 countries of possible spyware attacks
Apple’s latest notifications warn of suspected individual targeting, not confirmed infections. Germany’s government is investigating, while recipients can verify alerts through their Apple accounts and seek expert help.
Microsoft plans Google One backup for Authenticator on Android
Microsoft plans to change how Android users back up eligible Authenticator codes. Its rollout schedule also calls for screen lock and restricts backup and restoration to the device’s personal profile.
European police arrest 7 and seize over 100 scam servers
European authorities arrested 7 suspects and seized more than 100 servers in an investment-fraud investigation. They seek the suspects' surrender or extradition to Germany and are analyzing electronic evidence.
Polymarket restores international trading after wallet theft
Polymarket reopened its international exchange after unauthorized withdrawals prompted a trading halt. The company says reimbursements cover stolen funds and certain losses during the pause, and traders can request a review of missing or incorrect payments.
Apple to require app location and dating disclosures
Apple is adding location-sharing and relationship questions to its app age-rating process. Developers submitting updates must answer them from the start date, and all apps must complete the declarations by 12 January 2027.
Infrastructure
British Gas resumes forced prepayment meter installations
British Gas has resumed installing prepayment meters without customers’ permission after the energy regulator lifted its block. Customers with unpaid bills can face a move to prepayment, but suppliers must first offer other repayment options and assess whether it is safe.
DCC2 takes over Britain’s smart-meter data network
DCC2 has taken control of the network connecting Great Britain’s smart meters after a handover from Smart DCC. The new licence introduces independent governance and advance cost controls, and requires a business strategy and technology roadmap.
Marvell agrees to acquire Lumentum in $115 billion stock deal
Marvell’s agreement with Lumentum would combine their connectivity technologies for superintelligence (SI) data centers. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2028, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Germany’s regulator selects 11 backup power projects
Germany’s Federal Network Agency has selected 11 power station projects to supply electricity when wind and solar generation falls short. The plants are planned to switch from natural gas to climate-neutral hydrogen by 2045 at the latest.
Consumer Tech
Vietnam updates used electronics import ban from 1 January 2027
Vietnam’s updated import ban keeps many existing restrictions on used and refurbished electronics and sets out exceptions for certain printers and semiconductor equipment.
Superintelligence
3AM encrypted about 37 UK school machines in September, Bitdefender says
Bitdefender says a 3AM affiliate encrypted school machines after stealing credentials and financial data and expanding access between separate networks. Its analysis describes a September intrusion; the researchers’ suspicion of SI assistance leaves the human role unresolved.
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