AI Perplexity Expands AI Assistant Access with New Mac App
Perplexity launches a Mac app integrating its Personal Computer AI, expanding access from Max subscribers to Pro and Enterprise users for hybrid local-cloud workflows.
Security Canvas LMS Suffers Outage After ShinyHunters Breach Claim
Instructure's Canvas platform is offline after hackers from ShinyHunters claimed a data breach and threatened to leak student information from affected schools.
Security Meta Supports Canada's Bill C-22 in Committee Testimony
Meta testified before a Canadian parliamentary committee in support of Bill C-22, emphasizing its commitment to user safety and aiding law enforcement access.
Security Columbia and Stanford Hit by Canvas Platform Outage Tied to Cyber Incident
A cybersecurity incident disrupted the Canvas online learning platform, causing widespread outages at US universities including Columbia and Stanford.
Business MP Materials Forecasts Steep Drop in Heavy Rare Earth Demand
MP Materials Corp. predicts a sharp decline in demand for expensive heavy rare earth materials as magnet makers adopt alternative metals amid technology advances.
Hardware Valve Introduces Reservations to Curb Steam Controller Scalpers
Valve's new reservations queue for the Steam Controller aims to block scalpers after the initial $99 sale sold out amid checkout issues and eBay markups.
AI Perplexity Expands AI Assistant Access with New Mac App
Perplexity launches a Mac app integrating its hybrid AI agent Personal Computer, now accessible to Pro and Enterprise users beyond the Max tier, enabling workflows across files, apps, and the web.
Software Microsoft Readies Windows 11 Performance Boost by Taxing CPUs More in Key Scenarios
Microsoft is set to enhance Windows 11 performance by allowing CPUs to run harder in specific scenarios, per a new report, potentially speeding up demanding tasks for developers.
AI OpenAI Launches Three New Realtime Voice Models for Developers
OpenAI released three realtime voice models specialized in reasoning, translation, and transcription to enable new developer-built voice applications.
AI AI Adoption Surges Worldwide in 2026, Per Microsoft Report
Microsoft's 2026 report highlights the continued global rise in AI adoption, impacting developers and businesses with new integration challenges.
Security Microsoft Champions World Passkey Day to Push Passwordless Future
Microsoft marks World Passkey Day by promoting passkeys as a phishing-resistant alternative to passwords, urging developers and enterprises to adopt passwordless authentication.
AI Microsoft Identifies Four Patterns for Managing Responsibility in AI-Driven Workflows
Microsoft's report details four patterns for reallocating responsibility as AI agents take on more workplace tasks, helping teams maintain accountability in AI-augmented workflows.
Business Apple Rumor Pushes Samsung to $1 Trillion Valuation Milestone
A report on Apple's potential diversification of chip suppliers to include Samsung propelled the company's market valuation past $1 trillion for the first time.
Hardware Microsoft Previews Project Helix, Next Xbox Console, in Debut Dev Showcase
Microsoft's first Xbox Game Dev Update stream today introduces Project Helix, the next-gen successor to Series X/S, offering developers an early glimpse at upcoming hardware.
AI Parloa Deploys Voice AI Agents Backed by OpenAI Models
German startup Parloa integrates OpenAI's technology to create conversational AI for customer service, aiming to handle real-time voice interactions at scale.
AI Google Adds Reddit and Social Media Input to AI Search Responses
Google is incorporating Reddit and social media perspectives into its AI search results under labels like 'Expert Advice,' alongside personalized links to subscribed sources and exploration suggestions.
AI Apple Settles Siri Lawsuit for $250 Million After Delaying Promised AI Upgrades
Apple agrees to a $250 million settlement in a class action lawsuit over delayed AI features for Siri, with US iPhone 15 and 16 owners eligible for up to $95 per device.
Business China's Humanoid Robot Lead Fuels Export Surge
Morgan Stanley research shows China's early lead in humanoid robots will drive the next phase of its manufacturing and export dominance globally.
Hardware Valve Releases Steam Controller CAD Files Under Creative Commons License
Valve has open-sourced the CAD files for its Steam Controller and Puck under a Creative Commons license, enabling users to design and 3D print custom accessories while encouraging community sharing.
Business Supreme Court Denies Apple's Stay in Epic Antitrust Battle
The U.S. Supreme Court denied Apple's stay request, allowing the Epic Games antitrust case to proceed to district court for decisions on App Store commission rates.
Business Apple Settles Class Action Lawsuit Over Delayed Siri AI Features for $250 Million
Apple agrees to a $250 million settlement in a class action suit over delayed Apple Intelligence features for Siri, offering up to $95 per device to affected iPhone 15 and 16 buyers in the US.