TechCrunch Daily: Lockdown mode blocks NSO Group, Alaska Airlines goes digital, and Elon Musk’s “truth-seeking” chatbot

In today’s digital age, protecting our personal information and devices has become a top priority. We rely on companies like Apple to provide us with robust security features that ensure our data remains safe from prying eyes. Recently, Citizen Lab, a Canadian internet watchdog, claimed that Apple’s “Lockdown Mode” helped block a spyware attack by the infamous hacker group NSO. This is a significant development in the ongoing battle to keep our digital world secure. In this article, we will delve deeper into this incident and explore what it means for the future of online security.


TechCrunch’s daily newsletter delivers the biggest tech news stories straight to your inbox at 3 p.m. PDT every day. In today’s edition, Apple’s “Lockdown Mode” thwarts spyware attacks, Alaska Airlines eliminates check-in kiosks, and Elon Musk plans to create a “maximum truth-seeking AI” chatbot called TruthGPT. In startup news, free streaming service Mansa launches with a curated selection of Black cultural content. The TC+ team also shares insights on SaaS retention benchmarks and Adobe’s AI-powered features. Prime Video introduces a feature to boost dialogue for better listening.


Apple has always been known for prioritizing its users’ privacy and security, and the recent report by Citizen Lab further strengthens its reputation. The fact that the tech giant’s ‘Lockdown Mode’ feature helped block an attack by the notorious NSO hacker group is commendable. It’s a reminder to all of us of the importance of staying vigilant and investing in cybersecurity measures. Daily Crunch will continue to monitor the latest updates on this story and other significant tech news, so stay tuned.