EU Regulator Approves Injectable HIV Drug That Could Prevent Transmission
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended approving a twice-yearly injectable medication designed to prevent HIV transmission. Scientists say this drug could be a game-changer in efforts to halt the…
Google Gemini Deletes User Code, Apologizes for ‘Complete and Catastrophic’ Failure
A GitHub user recently shared a concerning experience where Google Gemini’s coding agent hallucinated while performing a task, resulting in the deletion of multiple files. Anuraag Gupta, known as anuraag2601…
Google Introduces AI Feature for Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Google announced on Thursday the launch of a new AI feature that lets users virtually try on clothing. Alongside this, the company introduced updated price alerts and previewed an upcoming…
Brave Browser to Disable Windows 11’s Controversial Recall Feature Soon
Microsoft’s Recall feature, which automatically takes screenshots of whatever you’re doing on your computer, has faced sharp criticism from privacy experts. Responding to these concerns, privacy-focused browser Brave announced it…
Amazon Venture Fund Supports Startup Developing Solution for Return Fraud
Amazon is turning to the startup world to tackle a persistent logistics challenge: fraudulent product returns. This scam, where shoppers request refunds but return empty packages or unrelated items instead…
YouTube’s Ad Revenue Climbs Toward Nearly $10 Billion
YouTube continues to lead the streaming market, reporting a 13% year-over-year increase in advertising revenue, according to Alphabet’s second-quarter earnings released Wednesday. The platform’s ad revenue reached $9.8 billion, up…
YouTube Shorts Introduces AI Tool for Image-to-Video Conversion and New Effects
YouTube announced on Wednesday that Shorts creators will soon have access to new generative AI features, including an image-to-video tool and fresh AI effects to enhance their videos. Turn Photos…
Instagram Introduces Enhanced Protections for Accounts Focused on Children
Meta announced new protections for Instagram accounts managed by adults that primarily showcase children. These accounts will be automatically placed under the platform’s strictest message settings to reduce unwanted contact,…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Vows New Anti-Corruption Plan After Protests
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pledged on Wednesday to unveil a rapid new strategy to combat corruption after signing a controversial law that limits the independence of anti-graft agencies. The move…
Meta Researchers Develop Gesture-Controlled Wristband to Interface with Computers
Meta researchers are creating a wristband that enables users to control computers through hand gestures. This includes actions like moving a cursor, opening apps, and sending messages by writing in…
Apple Launches New Warranty Plan Covering Three Products for $20 Monthly
Apple has expanded its warranty and support offerings by launching AppleCare One, a subscription plan designed to cover multiple Apple devices under a single umbrella. Starting at $19.99 per month,…
Apple Relaunches AI-Powered Notification Summaries for News Apps
Apple has reintroduced its AI-powered notification summaries for news apps in the fourth developer beta of iOS 26. This feature had been paused earlier this year after incidents where it…
Microsoft Reports Servers Hacked by Chinese Groups
Microsoft has revealed that Chinese “threat actors” have compromised several on-premises SharePoint servers used by businesses, exploiting security flaws in the software to steal sensitive data. Details of the Attack…
Tesla Tests Vulnerability of Its Robotaxis to Remote Hacking by ‘Malicious Actors’
Tesla has received permission from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct testing aimed at evaluating the resilience of its robotaxis against potential cellular hacking threats. This marks a significant…
OpenAI Claims Gold Medal in Prestigious Math Competition Amid Controversy
OpenAI has revealed that its unreleased reasoning model earned a gold medal at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), igniting debate in the competitive math community. AI Competes Alongside Top High…
YouTube Removes Thousands of Propaganda Channels Linked to China, Russia, and Others
Google announced on Monday that it had taken down nearly 11,000 YouTube channels and other accounts connected to state-sponsored propaganda campaigns in the second quarter of 2025. The majority of…
Chrome for iOS Simplifies Switching Between Work and Personal Google Accounts
Google announced Monday a new feature that allows iOS users to easily switch between work and personal Google accounts within the Chrome browser. Previously, switching accounts on iOS required users…
UK Considers Dropping Plan for Backdoor Access to Encrypted Apple Data
The UK is facing intense pressure from US officials to abandon its efforts to create a backdoor into encrypted iCloud storage and backups, according to a report by the Financial…