TECHNOLOGY
This clever one-tap Shortcut makes accessing iPhone app settings far easier
Apple’s Shortcuts app already gives power users a wide range of automation tools, and the iOS 26 update has expanded what it can do behind the scenes.
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Apple’s latest iOS 26.2 beta shows Liquid Glass is still a work in progress
With two consecutive betas focusing on the same design system, it is increasingly clear that Liquid Glass is nowhere near its final form. Apple seems determined to refine it version by version rather than making abrupt, system-wide changes.
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Google sues to shut down China-based ‘Lighthouse’ network accused of scamming millions with fake Google-branded phishing kits
The lawsuit accuses Lighthouse of wire fraud, trademark infringement, racketeering, and violating the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. Google is seeking a court order to dismantle the network, recover damages, and curb further harm.
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Microsoft says old OpenAI deal blocked it from building its own AGI until now
The company is no longer just OpenAI’s partner — it is now competing head-on in the race to build the most advanced intelligence systems of the decade.
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Data centres now attract more capital than new oil projects as global energy priorities shift
The rapid expansion of AI and cloud computing is driving this spending surge. The IEA expects electricity consumption from AI-focused data centres alone to increase fivefold by 2030.
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Warren Buffett warns CEO pay has spiralled into envy-fuelled excess in his final Berkshire letter
Buffett’s warning arrives as debates over CEO pay intensify. Just days earlier, Tesla shareholders approved a record $1 trillion compensation plan for Elon Musk, structured around market-cap milestones that could make him the world’s first trillionaire
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Microsoft warns of ‘Whisper Leak’, a flaw that lets attackers infer what users discuss with AI chatbots
The company’s warning serves as a reminder that while encryption protects message content, metadata such as traffic timing and frequency can still expose valuable insights to skilled attackers.
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Apple begins selling PlayStation VR2 Sense Controllers for Vision Pro, boosting precision gaming and input control
With this addition, Apple appears to be positioning the Vision Pro as a more versatile platform for gaming and interactive experiences.
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The next Mac software update could bring ring light to your video calls, here's how
With remote work habits continuing, Apple appears keen to strengthen macOS as a strong platform for communication. The feature requires an Apple Silicon Mac.
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Sridhar Vembu shrugs off Arattai’s slide in the charts, says rankings don’t matter in a 15-year plan
Sridhar Vembu said it is unrealistic to expect any product to enjoy uninterrupted growth. He noted that he had already told his employees that the app’s earlier surge was temporary and nothing to celebrate.
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German court says ChatGPT training breached copyright, orders OpenAI to pay damages
GEMA accused OpenAI of using licensed musical compositions to train its models without authorisation, arguing that the company benefited from copyrighted work while bypassing the legal framework designed to protect creators
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Google sues global ‘Lighthouse’ smishing network after text-scam wave steals millions worldwide
With smishing attacks escalating globally, Google argues that coordinated legal, technical, and educational efforts are essential to protect users.
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Google plans stricter app verification on Android but will keep a sideloading path for power users
Google first announced its developer verification requirement in August, stating that all Android apps, including those installed manually, would eventually need to come from a verified developer account. Early access to that system begins today.
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Apple updates Xcode to version 26.1.1 with smarter AI coding tools and key performance fixes
Xcode 26.1.1 adds compatibility for Swift 6.2.1 and addresses several issues affecting the new AI-assisted coding workflow. The update also introduces enhanced system tools for connected devices and improved Swift support.
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Microsoft tempts users with rewards to stay on Edge instead of switching to Google Chrome
Microsoft is using its loyalty programme to incentivise people to stay with its browser rather than defect to its biggest rival.
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Google Drive adds Gemini-powered Audio Overviews to turn PDFs into podcast-style summaries
The update brings the same Audio Overview capability previously seen in NotebookLM and Google Search directly to Drive, allowing users to listen to conversational, podcast-like overviews of lengthy documents.
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Yann LeCun, Meta’s chief AI scientist, said to be leaving to launch his own world-model startup
According to a report by the Financial Times, Yann LeCun, Meta’s chief AI scientist and one of the pioneers of deep learning, is preparing to leave the company to start his own artificial intelligence venture.
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Threads bets on podcasters to fuel community growth with new discovery and engagement tools
Rather than distributing podcasts directly, Threads intends to focus on hosting the conversations that podcasts spark, providing creators with deeper insights into how their content resonates within communities.
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Google brings AI photo remixing, smarter notifications, and a new Maps mode to Pixel phones
The update introduces features like notification summaries, a low-power Maps mode, enhanced scam detection, and prompt-based photo editing powered by Gemini Nano.
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iOS 27 to introduce smarter Siri, AI Search, and Health+ Assistant, claims report
These new tools are being described as iOS 27’s headline additions: features that could define the next generation of Apple Intelligence and set the tone for the company’s AI future when iOS 27 debuts in June 2026.
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Google replaces Assistant with Gemini on Google TV streamer for smarter, natural voice control
With Gemini integrated directly into Google TV, users can now interact in a more natural, context-aware way. Instead of using rigid voice commands, you can say things like, “I like dramas but my wife likes comedies.
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Google Maps gets smarter: New AI tools let developers build custom interactive projects
The company announced that its Gemini models now power these tools, including a “builder agent” and a new MCP server that connects AI assistants directly to Google Maps’ technical documentation.
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EU moves toward Huawei ban across member states over security concerns
The proposal is likely to ignite political resistance, as several member states and telecom operators have long argued that Huawei’s equipment offers better performance at lower cost than Western alternatives
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Siri can now control Samsung SmartThings routines, bringing iPhone and Galaxy homes closer
The update essentially bridges the gap between Samsung’s SmartThings ecosystem and Apple’s Siri Shortcuts. This means iPhone users can now say commands like “Hey Siri, good morning” or “Hey Siri, I’m leaving home” to activate SmartThings automations.
