International Cybersecurity Alliance Publishes Blueprint for Operational Technology Protection
In a significant multinational effort, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has partnered with the FBI, UK’s National Cyber…
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Musk Puts Grok AI Behind a Paywall After Deepfake Scandal
According to Tech Digest, Elon Musk's X platform has restricted the image generation and editing features of its Grok AI tool, making them exclusive to…
EU’s New Telecom Law Goes Easy on Big Tech, Report Says
According to Silicon Republic, the European Union's upcoming Digital Networks Act (DNA) will not impose legally binding rules on major tech platforms like Meta, Google,…
Musk’s xAI Drops $20B on a Mississippi Data Center
According to Reuters, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI is investing more than $20 billion to build a data center in Southaven, Mississippi. Governor Tate…
Cursor’s Best AI Features Were Engineer Side Projects
According to Business Insider, Cursor's engineering head Jason Ginsberg revealed on the "LangChain" podcast that some of the AI coding company's most important features started…
Samsung’s Galaxy M17e is just a rebranded A07 5G
According to GSM Arena, the Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has been spotted in the Google Play Console's Supported Devices list, signaling an imminent launch. The…
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PE Firm Haveli Bets $1 Billion on AI Contract Startup Sirion
According to Reuters, U.S. private equity firm Haveli Investments has agreed to buy a majority stake in Sirion, a company that uses AI to draft…
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AMD’s 2026 AI Blitz: New CPUs, FSR 4, and a MacBook Rival
According to KitGuru.net, AMD has kicked off CES 2026 with a slew of new products, firmly shifting its focus to…
Grok’s Explicit AI Images Spark Global Legal Firestorm for X
According to CNBC, Elon Musk's X is now under investigation by authorities in Europe, India, and Malaysia following revelations that…
Microsoft buys Osmos to make Fabric data platform smarter
According to GeekWire, Microsoft announced on Monday that it has acquired Osmos, a Seattle-based startup founded in 2019. The deal's…
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Kontigo’s Rough Week: A Hack, Frozen Accounts, and Stablecoin Doubts
According to PYMNTS.com, banking startup Kontigo is promising full refunds after a hack on January 5th resulted in the theft of $340,905 worth of customer…
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Musk’s xAI Drops $20B on a Mississippi Data Center
According to Reuters, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI is investing more than $20 billion to build a data center in Southaven, Mississippi. Governor Tate…
Lithium Americas’ Washington Endorsement Sparks Investor Frenzy, But Analysts Urge Caution
The lithium mining sector has received a significant political endorsement from the Trump administration, with Lithium Americas Corp. emerging as…
International Cybersecurity Alliance Publishes Blueprint for OT Infrastructure Protection
In a significant multinational cybersecurity initiative, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has partnered with the FBI, UK’s…
Free Software Converts Standard USB Drives into Computer Security Keys
A free Windows utility called USB Raptor reportedly converts standard USB flash drives into physical security keys for computer authentication. The software creates encrypted key files that lock computers when removed, according to sources familiar with the technology. Analysts suggest this provides affordable physical security for shared workspaces and home computers.
USB Flash Drives Repurposed as Security Tokens
Computer users seeking enhanced authentication security now have a free alternative to expensive dedicated hardware keys, according to recent reports. Sources indicate that USB Raptor, an open-source Windows utility, can transform ordinary USB flash drives into physical security devices that lock computers when removed.
Apple Readies iOS 26.0.2 Update for iPhone Bug Fixes and Security Patches
Apple’s software engineers are reportedly testing iOS 26.0.2 internally, with sources indicating a release by the end of next week. The update is expected to address various bugs and security issues, following last month’s iOS 26.0.1 patch. According to reports, this continues Apple’s pattern of rapid incremental updates following major iOS releases.
iOS 26.0.2 Update Nearing Release
Apple is preparing to launch iOS 26.0.2 for compatible iPhone models, according to reports from internal testing logs. Sources indicate the update is currently undergoing final testing by Apple’s software engineers and will likely reach users by the end of next week. This follows the technology giant’s pattern of releasing incremental updates to address emerging issues following major operating system releases.
Intel’s Next-Gen Panther Lake GPU Shows Major Performance Leap in Leaked Benchmark
Leaked benchmark results indicate Intel’s Panther Lake integrated graphics may deliver substantial performance gains over current generation processors. The Xe3 GPU reportedly achieves scores surpassing even some discrete mobile GPUs in synthetic testing, according to sources familiar with the results.
Significant Performance Uplift Reported
Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake processors with Xe3 integrated graphics are reportedly demonstrating substantial performance improvements in leaked benchmark results. According to reports from Chinese tech site Laptop Review Club, the integrated GPU achieved graphics scores exceeding 6,300 points in 3DMark Time Spy testing, representing a significant leap over previous generations of Intel Arc graphics technology.
Microsoft Joins Big Tech Giants Looking to Exit China Operations
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London Planning Rules to Be Eased in Emergency Housebuilding Push
The UK government is preparing emergency measures to relax London’s planning requirements for residential properties. Changes could affect window placement and bicycle storage rules to accelerate construction amid a significant housing slump.
Emergency Measures Target Planning Barriers
London’s residential planning regulations are reportedly set for temporary relaxation under emergency provisions being developed by the government, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. Housing Secretary Steve Reed is in discussions with London Mayor Sadiq Khan to modify specific requirements that analysts suggest have contributed to a dramatic decline in construction activity throughout London.