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Nov 4, 2025 Apple has launched its App Store on the web, enhancing accessibility across devices. Ransomware attacks are linked to incident response professionals, revealing dark turns in cybersecurity. Waymo plans to expand its robotaxi services to new cities, pushing the boundaries of autonomous travel. Coca-Cola's AI-driven holiday ads generate mixed responses, questioning the effectiveness of AI in advertising. Additionally, Google Cloud's innovative strategies are turning it into Alphabet's top growth driver.
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App Store Now Browseable On The Web
- Apple launched a searchable, browsable App Store web portal across devices but still doesn't allow web downloads to install apps.
- The site links to device App Stores and boosts discovery without replacing native install flows.
Security Pros Accused Of Running Ransomware
- Federal prosecutors say three incident-response pros allegedly used ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware to attack multiple U.S. companies from 2023 to 2025.
- The trio reportedly collected a nearly $1.3M ransom from one medical victim and were fired when discovered.
Waymo Expanding Driverless Cities
- Waymo plans to expand fully driverless robotaxis to Las Vegas and Detroit as part of a rapid scaling push next year.
- The rollout still requires state and local approvals before commercial operations can begin.