The European Union is crediting its Digital Markets Act for new interoperability features in the iOS 26.3 beta. These include a system for transferring data to Android and better support for third-party smartwatches. Apple is implementing the changes to comply with EU antitrust legislation.
Someone just dumped a 300TB archive of Spotify’s music catalog online. It’s a staggering act of data scraping aimed at “preservation,” but Spotify isn’t happy. Here’s why this changes everything, and also nothing.
When an AI bot quietly approved $2 million more in refunds than allowed, it exposed a critical gap in accountability. Companies are now creating new roles like the Chief Work Officer to own the system where people and AI intersect. The goal is to turn a handoff problem into a force multiplier.
Security researchers have uncovered a new tactic where Mac malware hides inside legitimately signed and notarized applications. This approach bypasses key Apple security checks, marking a dangerous shift in macOS threats.
TechRadar reports a massive price drop on the premium Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 monitor. The 32-inch model, originally $1,439.99, is now $799.99, which is the lowest price they’ve seen.
TikTok has finalized a deal to spin off its U.S. operations, with a closing date set for January 22. Nearly half the company will be owned by Oracle, Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi’s MGX, while ByteDance retains a significant stake. U.S. user data will be managed by Oracle.
A new cybersecurity playbook highlights that while AI is fantastic at detecting threats, it’s dangerously unpredictable for taking action. The key is using AI to inform decisions, not to execute them, keeping critical enforcement deterministic and auditable.
Facebook is testing a system where standard users can only post two web links per month. To share more, you’ll need a £11.99/month “Meta Verified” subscription, with a top-tier plan costing up to £374. This move threatens to strangle the organic sharing that drives traffic to news sites and independ
Apple is complying with Japan’s new law by allowing third-party app stores and payment systems on iOS. However, the company will still take fees of up to 21% on transactions, leading to immediate criticism from developers like Epic Games.
Iran’s oldest state-backed hacking group, “Prince of Persia,” has been active in secret for years despite reports of its dormancy. Researchers found it’s been spying on targets globally using upgraded, hyper-stealthy malware. Its command-and-control methods are so advanced, experts say they’ve never
