Daily Tech Headlines Researcher Reveals Any Phone Number Linked to a Google Account - DTH
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Jun 9, 2025 A significant security vulnerability allows access to Google account phone numbers, raising serious privacy concerns. Meanwhile, researchers at Apple argue that large reasoning models aren’t mature enough for real-world applications. The tech landscape is buzzing as Ford pauses production of the Explorer SUV, and the new Xbox Ally X handheld gaming device has been announced. Additionally, there are discussions on repairability issues with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting the ongoing conversation around sustainability in tech.
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Google Account Phone Number Vulnerability
- A security flaw let anyone find the phone number linked to any Google account by brute force.
- This risked SIM swapping attacks but Google patched it quietly soon after discovery.
LA Protests Target Autonomous Vehicles
- During ICE raid protests in LA, demonstrators vandalized and set fire to Waymo robo-taxis and Lime scooters.
- Vehicles were damaged and burning scooters posed toxic gas risks from lithium-ion batteries.
Apple Questions AI Reasoning Claims
- Apple researchers argue large reasoning models don't truly reason, failing simple logic tasks.
- Even with correct algorithms, these models' reasoning ability is an illusion, challenging AI intelligence claims.