Google apps targeted kids with porn
GOOGLE has been forced to pull malware-infected kids gaming apps from its online store after cyber security researchers revealed what they were showing young kids.
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Lotto company’s $25.1 million screw-up
A LOTTO company could be forced to pay out $25.1 million after a computer glitch made every ticket sold for two hours a winner.
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Original URL: https://www.thechronicle.com.au/technology/home-entertainment/page/114