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Alphabet Inc.’s Google has laid off several hundred employees from its Platforms and Devices unit, which includes teams working on the Android operating system, Pixel hardware, and the Chrome browser. The job cuts, first reported by The Information and citing a source with direct knowledge of the ma
A growing number of small and independent website owners are reporting devastating traffic losses amid Google’s rollout of AI-generated answers in its search results, known as AI Overviews. Once celebrated by Google for their helpful content, many publishers now say their businesses are crumbling as
Apple is reportedly preparing a substantial redesign of its flagship device in time for its 20th anniversary next year. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the tech giant is planning a “major shake-up” to commemorate two decades of the iPhone, including the long-anticipated launch of a foldable mo
Midjourney, one of the pioneering platforms in AI-generated imagery, has rolled out its first new image model in nearly a year. The new model, dubbed V7, entered alpha testing around midnight ET on Thursday and brings with it a suite of upgrades aimed at both personalization and performance. Announc
As the U.S. government’s April 5 deadline for TikTok to secure a non-Chinese buyer looms, the list of potential suitors is expanding rapidly. Among the latest contenders are e-commerce giant Amazon and a consortium led by Tim Stokely, the founder of OnlyFans, adding new momentum to a high-stakes rac
Haofei Wang, X’s Director of Engineering, has suddenly departed from the company, sources familiar with the matter confirmed. Wang, who joined X in July 2023, has played a key role in the company’s leadership, serving as a vital link between Elon Musk and the engineering team. More recently, he had
In a recent video posted to Google’s Search Central YouTube channel, Google’s Martin Splitt revealed that user engagement plays a significant role in whether pages continue to appear in search results. According to Splitt, if pages are not attracting clicks or interaction from users, Google may choo
Google has announced a landmark deal to acquire rapidly growing cybersecurity company Wiz for $32 billion, marking its largest-ever acquisition. The all-cash deal underscores Google’s strong commitment to bolstering its cloud security capabilities amid the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI
Samsung has announced the official rollout of One UI 7, set to begin on April 7. This new version of Samsung’s custom user interface brings a bold redesign aimed at improving personalization and enhancing user control. One UI 7 is designed to offer a more intuitive and streamlined experience, featur
Google’s latest AI model, Gemini 2.0 Flash, is facing backlash after users discovered it can be used to remove watermarks from images, including those published by prominent stock photo agencies like Getty Images. This controversial feature raises questions about copyright infringement and the ethic
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 “Air,” slated for release this fall, represents a significant shift in the company’s smartphone strategy. Following a formula of releasing four iPhones annually since 2020, Apple is introducing a fresh approach with the addition of a thinner, more efficient device position
As the gaming world eagerly awaits the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6), new information has surfaced about the potential launch price of the game. While Rockstar Games has yet to make any official announcements regarding the release date, price, or preorder details, a Swiss
Apple Ihas confirmed a significant delay in its ambitious plans to enhance Siri, its digital assistant, with AI-driven personalized features. Originally slated for the upcoming iOS 18.4 update this April, the advanced capabilities that would allow Siri to tap into personal data for more tailored res
In what has been described as the largest cryptocurrency theft in history, hackers who stole approximately $1.4 billion from the crypto exchange Bybit have moved nearly all the stolen funds into Bitcoin. Experts have indicated that this marks the first phase of a sophisticated money-laundering opera
Skype, the once-dominant internet calling service that revolutionized global communication, will officially shut down on May 5, 2025, Microsoft announced on Friday. The decision to retire the platform, which was founded in 2003, marks the end of an era for a service that played a pivotal role in how
Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI), the highly anticipated sequel to one of the best-selling video games of all time, is expected to launch on PC in early 2026, according to Corsair Gaming CEO Andrew Paul. His comments, made during the company’s Q4 2024 earnings call, offer a potential timeline that align
Amazon is now said to be postponing the launch of the much-anticipated, and most awaited, AI-enabled version of Alexa; another delay to watch from a virtual assistant’s rollout. The product will still be seen by the public on February 26, but as was revealed by Washington Post, its launch for the ge
Google is working on a new “AI Mode” that will give users a more interactive, intuitive search experience. Already being tested with staff, the feature will provide a “persistent place” where users can pose open-ended, exploratory questions and be given generated AI answers in an overview or researc
Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed on Thursday with a post on X, teasing the “newest member of the family,” set to launch on February 19. While Cook’s message left much to speculation, many industry insiders are pointing to the long-anticipated arrival of a fourth-generation iPhone SE, Apple’s budget-frie
Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, has expressed deep concerns about the potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) by rogue states or terrorist groups, warning that the technology could be used to cause “extreme risk” to innocent people. Speaking to the BBC, Schmidt highlighted that AI,
YouTube has officially surpassed phones as the primary platform for video consumption, with users now watching over 1 billion hours of content on their TVs every day. This marks a significant milestone for the platform, as detailed in the annual letter from YouTube CEO Neal Mohan. For the past two y
In a move aimed at improving user control and mental well-being, Discord has launched a new feature called “Ignore” as part of its efforts to promote a safer and more mindful online experience. Announced on Safer Internet Day 2025, the feature allows users to mute specific individuals without them k
Apple has introduced a new app called “Invites,” designed to help users create and manage custom invitations for any occasion, adding another tool to its suite of iPhone services. The app, available for free on the App Store, allows users to craft personalized invitations, manage RSVPs, contribute t
After years of speculation, Apple is finally preparing to announce the much-anticipated redesigned iPhone SE 4, with an official launch expected as early as next week, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Sources familiar with the matter suggest that the iPhone SE 4 could go on sale later in the mo
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