TWiT Newsletter for February 2, 2026

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When Anyone Can Control Your AI

Hosted by Leo Laporte
Guests: Gary Rivlin, Devindra Hardawar, Victoria Song

There's now a social network for AI agents, and it's already going off the rails. This week, Leo and the panel unpack Moltbook, where an exposed database lets anyone take control of AI agents across the platform. Add a landmark social media addiction trial targeting TikTok, YouTube, and Meta, plus Microsoft's strong cloud earnings alongside slipping gaming revenue, and you've got a week that perfectly captures how strange and fragile the modern internet has become.

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AI Is Writing Malware Now

Hosted by Steve Gibson & Leo Laporte

Can AI write malware better than human hackers? Steve and Leo say the answer is no longer theoretical. This episode breaks down the first real-world case of fully AI-generated malware and why it represents a major shift in cybersecurity risk. They also cover Ireland’s decision to legalize spyware and what that means for privacy, trust, and the future of digital surveillance. Sobering, timely, and classic Security Now.

Plus, Security Now goes live on March 4 at Zero Trust World. Leo Laporte and Steve Gibson will record a special episode, then stick around for a cocktail party with attendees.
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Listen now: Security Now 1062

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Stuck? Mikah Has Answers

Hosted by Mikah Sargent

Have a tech issue driving you nuts? Mikah Sargent turns everyday tech problems into clear, workable solutions. Each episode focuses on a specific theme, answering listener questions with calm explanations and practical advice. From new gadgets to stubborn settings, Mikah makes sense of the stuff that usually sends people to forums at 2 a.m.

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Keep Up with Apple

Apple news moves fast and it’s easy to miss what actually matters. MacBreak Weekly slows things down just enough to make sense of it all. Every week, Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell break down Apple announcements, hardware rumors, and AI moves with context you can actually use. If Apple headlines feel overwhelming, this is the show that keeps you grounded and informed.

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