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Gmail glitch floods primary inboxes with spam and misclassified emails
Gmail is facing a major glitch, with many users reporting problems with email classification and an influx of spam.
WhatsApp testing paid subscription to remove ads from Updates tab
WhatsApp is working on a new subscription plan to give users an ad-free experience in the Updates tab.
149M passwords leaked! Check if your online accounts are safe
A massive exposure of over 149 million unique usernames and passwords, including those of Instagram, Gmail, and OnlyFans accounts, was discovered.
Anthropic's Claude now available in Microsoft Excel for Pro users
Anthropic has expanded access to its advanced AI tool, Claude, by integrating it into Microsoft Excel for Pro plan users.
Microsoft handed over BitLocker encryption keys to FBI: Report
Microsoft has reportedly provided the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with recovery keys for its BitLocker hard drive encryption software.
This start-up will send human ashes to space for $249
Space Beyond, a start-up founded by Ryan Mitchell, is set to revolutionize the way we think about memorial services.
Meta pauses teen access to AI characters amid legal scrutiny
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a temporary halt on teens' access to its AI characters across all its apps.
Google Photos's new feature lets you create personalized memes
Google has introduced a new feature in its Photos app, allowing users to create personalized memes using artificial intelligence (AI).
WhatsApp may soon let new group members view past chats
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that would let existing group members share their chat history with newcomers.
After sexual deepfake row, Grok's new feature sparks privacy fears
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Grok, has recently added a new feature called "video mode."
Malaysia lifts ban on Grok over AI image concerns
Malaysia has lifted the suspension on Elon Musk's Grok chatbot, after nearly two weeks of being blocked due to fears of AI-generated sexualized deepfakes.
Nintendo unveils 'Talking Flower,' a chatty companion for Mario fans
Nintendo has unveiled more details about its quirky new toy, the Talking Flower.
Substack launches TV app as it pushes video content
Substack, the popular newsletter platform, has launched a dedicated TV app for Apple TV and Google TV.
Snapchat now lets parents monitor teen's screen time, friends
Snapchat has introduced new parental controls in its "Family Center" tool.
Blue Origin takes 6 passengers to space: Meet the crew
Jeff Bezos's aerospace company, Blue Origin, has successfully completed its first spaceflight of 2026.
Moon, Saturn, Neptune form rare conjunction tonight
A rare celestial event, the triple conjunction of the Moon, Saturn, and Neptune, is set to grace the night sky on January 23.
Elon Musk says aging is 'very solvable' problem
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has claimed that aging could be slowed or even reversed one day.
AI could surpass human intelligence by 2031, warns Musk
Elon Musk has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could surpass the combined intelligence of humanity within the next decade.
He stole 120,000 bitcoins. Now wants to work in cybersecurity
Ilya Lichtenstein, the notorious hacker behind a multi-billion dollar cryptocurrency heist in 2016, is seeking redemption.
Sonic booms may help track falling space junk
As space exploration continues to expand, so does the problem of space debris.
Quantum computers are vulnerable to cyberattacks: Here's why
Quantum computers, the next big thing in computing, may have serious security flaws.
Musk's Grok AI generated 3,000,000 sexualized images in 11 days
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, generated a staggering three million sexualized images of women and children over an 11-day period.
Microsoft Teams, Outlook resume services after hours-long outage
Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 services have resumed operations after an eight-hour-long outage today.
AI 'bot swarms' could be used to sway voters
A group of leading artificial intelligence (AI) and misinformation experts have warned that political leaders could soon use swarms of human-like AI agents to manipulate public opinion.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser gets tab groups, smarter search
OpenAI has released a major update for ChatGPT Atlas, its AI-powered browser for macOS. The new version introduces tab groups, making it easier to manage extensive browsing sessions.
Rare planetary parade to light up skies in February
Skywatchers are in for a treat as a rare planetary parade is set to take place on February 28, 2026.
Pixel Phone app bug could leak your audio to callers
A rare but concerning bug has been discovered in the "Take a Message" feature of the Pixel Phone app.
Anthropic CEO warns AI may replace software engineers within year
Dario Amodei, the CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could soon replace most software engineers.
iPhone fold, AR glasses: New Apple products coming this year
Apple is gearing up for a busy year, with plans to launch several new products and updates for its existing devices.
South Korea rolls out landmark AI rules
South Korea has enacted a landmark set of comprehensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), which it claims to be the first of its kind globally.
YouTube will let creators make their AI clone for Shorts
YouTube is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will allow creators to make Shorts using their own AI likeness.
Meta to roll out ads on Threads globally
Meta has announced its plan to introduce advertisements on Threads, its popular social media platform, for all users worldwide.
'TeraWave': Blue Origin's 6Tbps satellite internet network to rival Starlink
Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, has announced a new satellite internet network called TeraWave.
Apps for boycotting US products top Danish App Store
In response to former US President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Greenland, two apps aimed at helping consumers avoid American-made products have surged in popularity in Denmark.
Google, Khan Academy partner to launch Gemini-powered Writing Coach
Google and Khan Academy have announced a partnership to integrate Gemini AI models into educational tools.
Anthropic revises Claude's AI rules to strengthen ethics, user safety
Anthropic has updated the "Constitution" for its AI chatbot, Claude.
X's new 'Starterpacks' feature helps you find like-minded accounts
In a bid to enhance user experience, X is introducing a new feature called "Starterpacks."
BBC to make shows for YouTube under new content deal
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has signed a landmark deal with American video platform YouTube.
Is Apple making an AI wearable?
Apple is said to be working on a new artificial intelligence (AI) wearable, according to The Information.
OpenAI's 1st device could be a pair of earbuds
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is gearing up to launch its first-ever hardware device in the second half of 2026.