Microsoft is previewing a new framework called Agent Launchers that lets developers build AI agents directly into Windows. The company sees this as a repeat of its 1990s platform play, but major security questions remain wide open.
China is proposing first-of-their-kind regulations to govern how AI chatbots impact user mental health. The rules would require human takeovers for suicide threats and impose time limits for minors. It marks a major shift from policing content to safeguarding emotions.
The final Intel-powered MacBook Air, launched in March 2020, has officially hit Apple’s vintage list. This move, alongside the Apple Watch Series 5 and iPhone 11 Pro, signals the rapid sunset of the Intel era and older hardware.
OpenAI announced on December 17 that developers can now submit apps to ChatGPT, creating a de facto app store. With over 800 million monthly users, the potential scale is massive, but experts warn of challenges from curation to real-world utility.
ASUS is raising prices on select products, starting January 5, 2026. The company blames rising costs for DRAM and NAND components driven by AI demand. This follows similar moves from other hardware makers.
Michael Burry, famed for predicting the 2008 crash, says he’s not shorting Tesla. This comes after he told his paid Substack subscribers the EV maker’s stock is “ridiculously overvalued” and the company published soft delivery estimates.
TSMC is moving faster than expected on its next-generation chipmaking. The foundry giant is expediting construction of its 1.4nm fabrication plant, with risk production now slated for 2027.
The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on Iran and Venezuela with fresh sanctions. The measures target companies and individuals allegedly involved in weapons trading, including drone and ballistic missile technology.
The year 2025 marked a pivotal shift for AI agents, moving them from a research concept into a core piece of tech infrastructure. The definition itself evolved from systems that “perceive, reason, and act” to LLMs that can autonomously use tools and complete tasks.
The year-end Steam charts for 2025 show a major shift. Indie games like Hollow Knight: Silksong earned as much as AAA titles, while Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 failed to make the top tier.
