Why do some iMessages say 'encrypted' on iPhone? Here's what it means

After Apple released the iOS 26.5 update for iPhones, the iMessage app now says "Encrypted." Why does this text show up? What ...
Lifehacker

Your End-to-End Encrypted Messages Aren't As Secure As You Think

June 29, 2026 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Earlier in May, the Texas Attorney General’s office sued Meta for deceiving users on the level of security offered ...
IEEE

Encryption Using Random Vigenère and Transposition Cipher for the Internet of Things

Abstract: The confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data are increasingly critical due to the growing number of transactions conducted over the Internet using Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
IEEE

A Robust Image Encryption Protocol for Secure Data Sharing in Brain Computer Interface Applications

Abstract: Brain-computer interface (BCI) technology has emerged as a transformative means to link human neural activity with electronic devices. BCIs, which facilitate bidirectional communication ...
The New York Times

4 Easy Ways to Make Sure No One Can Read Your Text Messages

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Max Eddy Max Eddy is a writer who has covered privacy and security — including ...
CBS News

Google AI chatbot responds with a threatening message: "Human … Please die."

A college student in Michigan received a threatening response during a chat with Google's AI chatbot Gemini. In a back-and-forth conversation about the challenges and solutions for aging adults, ...
Wired

Signal Alums Reveal ‘Encrypted Spaces,’ a System for Making Private Collaboration Apps

The new open-source project could serve as the basis for a future of apps with features as complex as Slack, Discord, or Google Docs—but with added protection against surveillance. So one group of ...