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Adobe and YouTube launch dedicated Premiere mobile hub for shorts creators
Adobe and YouTube have launched a dedicated Shorts creation hub inside Premiere mobile on iOS, offering exclusive templates, tools, and direct YouTube publishing for fast, trend-ready video production.
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Google’s Nano Banana 2 flash model could be nearing launch: Report
Clues from Gemini app code and early user tests indicate that Google is preparing to launch Nano Banana 2 Flash, a faster, lightweight image generation model expected to reach free-tier users.
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Claude Code is coming to Slack: How it may change how developers work
Claude Code’s upcoming Slack integration turns chat threads into coding workspaces, reflecting a shift toward AI-driven workflows inside collaboration tools rather than IDEs.
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iOS 26 introduces a quiet fix that finally stops AirPods audio hijacking
iOS 26 adds a new ‘Keep Audio with Headphones’ toggle that prevents Bluetooth speakers and car systems from hijacking AirPods audio, giving users consistent control over where sound plays.
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Why most people prompt AI incorrectly, according to Anthropic’s in-house philosopher
Anthropic’s Amanda Askell says prompting is experimental, requiring observation, clarity and detailed context rather than fixed rules or assumptions.
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Court bars OpenAI and Jony Ive from using ‘io’ name after startup wins key trademark fight
A US court has barred OpenAI and Jony Ive from using the io name, ruling it conflicts with startup iyO’s trademark. The legal battle could continue into 2028.
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'Godfather' of AI says 'Your Computer Science degree is not a waste because…'
Geoffrey Hinton says coding may change, but computer science remains essential as AI grows. Industry leaders largely agree on the lasting value of fundamentals.
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iPhone shares location after shutdown: How it works, why it matters, and more
Newer iPhones can stay trackable after shutdown through Apple’s Find My network, which uses low-power signals and nearby devices to relay encrypted location data.
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Apple and Google sound global alarm as state-linked cyber attacks target users in 150 countries
Apple and Google have warned users in over 150 countries about state-backed cyber attacks, highlighting renewed spyware activity and rising global surveillance risks.
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OpenAI rolls back ChatGPT suggestions after users flag ad-like prompts
OpenAI disabled ChatGPT’s app suggestions after users mistook them for ads, prompting internal reassessment as the company shifts priorities amid rising competition.
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Orion browser launches on Mac with a WebKit Core, fast Performance and a strong privacy focus
Kagi has released the 1.0 version of its Orion browser for Mac, positioning it as a fast, privacy-centric alternative built on Apple’s WebKit engine. The launch follows a long beta period and introduces features designed specifically for Apple users, alongside an optional subscription for advanced customisation.
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Google Maps brings Gemini assistant to all navigation modes, adds conversational routing and app actions
Google Maps is rolling out its full Gemini assistant for navigation across driving, walking, cycling and public transport. The integration replaces Google Assistant in navigation, supports multi-step natural language prompts, offers route controls and place queries, and links to apps and calendar actions. Rollout is gradual and, at the time of writing, appears live on a limited number of devices.
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China reportedly blocks ByteDance from using Nvidia chips in new data centres
Chinese regulators have reportedly barred ByteDance from using Nvidia chips in new data centres, reflecting Beijing’s wider push to reduce dependence on US technology as export controls tighten. The reported move affects Nvidia’s largest customer in China and highlights the country’s urgency in building a homegrown AI hardware ecosystem.
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Opera adds one-minute deep research and Gemini 3 Pro support to its Neon AI browser
Opera has updated its AI-driven Neon browser with a faster Deep Research mode, new AI model options including Gemini 3 Pro, and Google Docs integration through its Do agent. The update improves speed, flexibility and productivity across the browser’s AI tools.
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Apple moves Delhi High Court against India’s new global turnover penalty rules
Apple has filed a constitutional challenge against India’s revised antitrust penalty framework, arguing that fines based on global turnover are arbitrary and disproportionate. The case stems from an ongoing investigation into Apple’s App Store practices and could become a key legal test for India’s updated competition rules.
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Google prepares ‘Aluminium OS’ as it considers bringing Android to traditional PCs
Google appears to be exploring a return to the PC market with a new AI-focused operating system called Aluminium OS. A recent job listing suggests the company is developing an Android-based desktop platform that could sit alongside ChromeOS and expand Android’s reach into full-scale computers.
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New Android trojan ‘Sturnus’ can read encrypted chats and drain bank accounts
Security researchers have identified a new Android banking trojan called Sturnus, capable of reading messages from encrypted apps like WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram. The malware abuses Android’s Accessibility Services to monitor chats and execute financial fraud, while using aggressive tactics to prevent removal.
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Perplexity introduces conversational AI shopping assistant: What it does, how it works, and more
Perplexity has launched a conversational shopping assistant that uses natural language search and user history to deliver personalised product suggestions. The feature aims to act as an extension of the user rather than a replacement, improving with continued interaction and offering context-aware recommendations.
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Alphabet’s stock surge pushes Larry Page to second place among the world’s richest
Google co-founder Larry Page has moved into the second spot worldwide after surpassing Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, according to the Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang criticises managers urging less AI use
Jensen Huang urges Nvidia staff to fully embrace AI, according to a leaked recording.
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Bill Gates wants you to read these 5 books before 2025 ends
Bill Gates has shared his year-end reading list, selecting five titles that explore purpose, climate science, communication, creative industries and the systems that shape modern progress. His recommendations focus on books that reveal how the world works beneath the surface and encourage deeper reflection during the quieter days of winter.
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X will now reveal which country users are from as new transparency feature rolls out
X is not the first social network to provide this level of transparency to users. Instagram has long offered a similar “About this account” feature, for instance.
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Google denies viral claims it is using your emails to train Gemini AI
Google is countering viral claims that it now uses Gmail messages and attachments to train Gemini AI. The company says no policies or user settings have changed and that Gmail content is not used for AI training.
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4,700 engineers, 500 product managers, and more: The numbers behind Amazon's biggest-ever layoffs
Amazon’s 14,000-plus layoffs have disproportionately affected engineers, with nearly 40 percent of reported cuts in key states hitting technical roles.
