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False sense of security from file copies? Expert warns of backup pitfalls

Copying important files to an external drive or the cloud does not complete a backup, as users must be able to roll data back to an earlier state if ransomware or mistakes damage it. Software engineer Aleksandar Filipovski said backups should use snapshots, follow retention rules based on recovery point objectives and be stored across locations, such as the 3-2-1 principle. He also urged testing restores every six months.

AI & Enterprise

Amazon, Microsoft to drop NDAs in data centre talks with U.S. local governments

Amazon and Microsoft will stop using non-disclosure agreements when negotiating with U.S. local governments over data centre construction. The move follows growing community resistance to AI infrastructure expansion and aims to improve transparency and reduce mistrust. TechCrunch reported Amazon made the change while outlining community contribution plans, and Microsoft announced the same policy earlier. The report said secrecy has fuelled opposition and raised doubts about the effectiveness of short-term permitting pauses.

Telecommunications & Media

Samsung's three new foldables get thinner, with distinct designs

Samsung Electronics is pushing design competition with three new foldable smartphones, differentiating the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 by use case. The Fold8 Ultra features an 8-inch display and a thin body aimed at large-screen use with phone-like handling when folded. The Fold8 uses a 4:3 screen ratio for content viewing. The Flip8 emphasizes portability with a compact folded size and a cover display.