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Microsoft turns Copilot into a full shopping and selling platform with new AI tools
Microsoft has unveiled a new set of AI-powered commerce tools for Copilot that allow users to shop, compare products, and complete purchases directly inside the chatbot. At the same time, new AI agents for sellers aim to automate retail operations, catalogue management, and in-store decision-making.
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Oracle’s Larry Ellison says big tech AI models all suffer from the same fundamental flaw
Oracle founder Larry Ellison argues that today’s leading AI models from Google, OpenAI and Meta are becoming commoditised because they rely on the same public internet data. He believes the next major AI breakthrough will come from securely reasoning over private enterprise data, a shift Oracle is betting billions on.
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iOS 27 may introduce nine fresh emojis as Apple follows Unicode’s next update
Apple is expected to add a new batch of emojis with iOS 27, based on draft proposals published by the Unicode Consortium. The list includes nine new emoji concepts and additional skin tone options, though their arrival is likely tied to Apple’s usual mid-cycle software update timeline.
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Microsoft reshapes GitHub teams as AI coding startups force a strategic rethink
Microsoft is reportedly reorganising GitHub teams to prioritise AI agents and automated development tools, as competition from new AI coding startups intensifies. The shift reflects a broader effort to turn GitHub into a central hub for AI-powered software development rather than just a code repository.
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Apple may have begun CEO succession planning as Tim Cook signals desire to slow down
Apple has reportedly stepped up its internal search for a new chief executive after Tim Cook privately indicated he wants to reduce his workload. Hardware chief John Ternus has emerged as the leading contender, though questions remain about what kind of leadership Apple needs next.
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CES 2026 wraps up with AI everywhere, robots on the move, and hardware that still steals the show
CES 2026 delivered a familiar mix of big-ticket announcements, experimental hardware and ambitious AI promises. From Nvidia’s new computing architecture and autonomous vehicle models to AMD’s latest chips and Razer’s eccentric AI concepts, this year’s show highlighted how artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from software into the physical world.
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Gmail’s new in-line AI tools quietly replace Gemini side panel for some users
Google has begun removing the Gemini side panel from Gmail for certain AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers in the US, replacing it with new in-line AI experiences that surface assistance directly inside emails and search.
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GTA 6 faces fresh delay fears as development reportedly still unfinished
If GTA 6 does slip again, it would reinforce the studio’s long-held belief that timing matters less than delivering a landmark release that can dominate the industry for years.
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‘What exactly did you do last year?’ Amazon asks employees before appraisals
Amazon’s latest move shows how performance management in big tech is evolving, with accountability and evidence now taking precedence over perception and potential.
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Leaked iPhone Fold design hints at a pocketable iPad rather than a traditional phone
An iPad mini that folds into your pocket would represent a bold rethink of the iPhone’s role. If Apple does go down this path, the iPhone Fold could end up redefining not just foldables, but the boundary between phone and tablet itself.
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Alphabet overtakes Apple in market value as Google’s AI revival reshapes Big Tech rankings
Alphabet’s return to the top reflects how decisively Google has repositioned itself. By combining rapid AI innovation with progress in chips, cloud services, and autonomous technology, the company has convinced investors that it is once again setting the pace in Big Tech.
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Sundar Pichai says Gmail is entering its biggest shift yet with Gemini-powered AI inbox
Google is rolling out a major Gemini-powered overhaul of Gmail, with Sundar Pichai calling it the service’s biggest shift yet. The update turns Gmail into an AI-first inbox that summarises threads, drafts replies, prioritises messages, and actively helps users manage email overload.
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Microsoft’s Eric Horvitz warns Trump-era research cuts could cost the US its AI leadership
Microsoft chief scientist Eric Horvitz has warned that deep cuts to US academic research funding under the Trump administration could undermine America’s long-term leadership in artificial intelligence
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Google and Character.AI move towards big settlements in AI chatbot harm lawsuits
Google and Character.AI are close to landmark settlements over lawsuits alleging AI chatbots contributed to severe harm among teenagers. If finalised, the deals could set the first major legal precedent for accountability in emotionally persuasive AI systems.
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Nvidia tightens China sales terms as H200 demand collides with geopolitical risk
Nvidia has reportedly rewritten the rulebook for its Chinese clientele, demanding full upfront payment for its flagship H200 AI processors. With over two million units on backorder and regulatory goalposts moving on both sides of the Pacific, the chipmaker is effectively offloading its geopolitical risk onto the buyer.
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Apple Watch may soon track blood sugar with this new sensor
A new breath-based sensor entering human trials now suggests the underlying technology may finally be catching up with Apple’s long-term ambitions.
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iPhone users not updating to iOS 26? This is what data has to say
Is iOS 26 struggling to gain traction, or is the data telling two very different stories? New reports from Statcounter and TelemetryDeck paint sharply contrasting pictures of how quickly iPhone users are upgrading, raising questions about what iOS adoption numbers really mean and which metrics matter most.
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YouTube tweaks search filters with new names, fewer options, and a push for relevance
The changes aim to make search results feel cleaner, more relevant, and better aligned with how people actually browse videos today.
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Apple’s 200MP iPhone camera: What to expect, when it may arrive, and more
Apple is reportedly planning a major jump in iPhone camera resolution, but not anytime soon. A new investor note suggests the company’s first 200MP iPhone camera is still several years away, reflecting Apple’s typically cautious approach to headline hardware upgrades.
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This snap-on MacBook accessory claims to add touch controls without buying a new Mac
Touchscreens on Macs have long been a point of debate, and while Apple may still be months away from making them official, a new third-party accessory wants to fill the gap. Intricuit’s Magic Screen promises to add touch input to existing MacBooks without a hardware upgrade.
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Google’s Gemini AI targets runners with personalised marathon training and recovery planning
Rather than focusing on raw motivation or generic advice, Google emphasised Gemini’s ability to generate customised training schedules based on a runner’s background, availability, and race objectives.
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Apple iPhone 17e tipped to enter mass production soon as leaks hint at specs and pricing strategy
The iPhone 16e was notable for being Apple’s first smartphone to debut the company’s in-house modem. The iPhone 17e is expected to continue this approach, potentially adopting the newer C1X modem that Apple introduced with the iPhone Air.
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Indian startups and companies expand footprint at CES 2026: Report
Indian startups and companies are steadily expanding their presence at CES 2026, signalling India’s growing confidence on the global tech stage. Event organisers say participation from India is rising, with startups and established brands using CES as a launchpad for international visibility and partnerships.
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Elon Musk cautions Nvidia’s Rubin AI chips will take months to scale despite CES 2026 hype
Elon Musk has tempered the excitement around Nvidia’s Rubin AI chips unveiled at CES 2026, warning that real-world deployment will take time. While acknowledging Rubin’s technical ambition, Musk suggested it could be months before the hardware and software stack are ready to scale reliably.
