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Threat actors are exploiting a critical security flaw in the WP Maps Pro WordPress plugin to create malicious administrator accounts. The plugin, which allows embedding customizable Google Maps and OpenStreetMap with location features, has over 15,000 sales on the Envato Market.

Project Genie has added Google Street View integration and is now live for global AI Ultra users. This allows users to ground their virtual worlds in real-world locations from Google Maps. The integration enhances the user experience with more realistic environments.

Google Maps is showing old satellite images of Altadena, a community in California, with an article discussing the issue on Reddit and Y Combinator news. The reason for the outdated images is not specified. There are only 2 comments on the post.

Jane Street has doubled its capacity in Singapore as part of its ongoing expansion. The company's growth is evident in its increasing presence in the region. This move is expected to further establish Jane Street's position in the market.

Google Cloud customers are being billed for tens of thousands of dollars due to unauthorized API usage, with their API keys being compromised and used by malicious actors. The issue is being reported on social media platforms, with many users claiming that they have followed Google's security guidelines but still been affected. Google attributes the problem to compromised user credentials and encourages customers to implement robust security practices.

Hong Kong's banks are increasing fire sales and liquidations due to bad debt. The situation is affecting One Bedford Place. Details about the sales and liquidations are not provided.

The Supreme Court is considering the privacy implications of 'geofence warrants' in the case Chatrie v. United States, where police used Google Maps' Location History to track a suspect in a 2019 bank robbery. The case raises questions about how private individuals' location data stored with tech companies truly is.

Google’s Pixel Watch 4 is on sale for $40 off in both 41mm and 45mm configurations until April 26th, with prices starting at $309.99 and $359.99 respectively. The watch features a 3,000-nit display, health tracking, emergency satellite SOS, and improved battery life, making it a strong contender in the Android wearable market.

Google has introduced an AI-powered tool in Google Maps that allows filmmakers to preview movie scenes in real-world locations using Street View data, potentially reducing the need for traditional scouting trips.

Google Maps is set to incorporate generative AI into its popular feature. The update aims to enhance the user experience through advanced AI technology.

The article discusses how digital devices collect vast amounts of personal data, raising privacy concerns due to unclear legal boundaries on law enforcement access. Law professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson highlights the risks of self-surveillance through his book, emphasizing the potential misuse of data by authorities.

A new service in Japan allows tourists to locate luggage storage facilities using Google Maps. The initiative aims to enhance convenience for travelers by integrating storage options into the mapping platform.