Google Rolls Out AI Calling Tool for Local Businesses in the US
The company has now rolled out an AI-powered calling feature within Google Search that lets Gemini, using Duplex technology, call certain businesses on your behalf to ask about pricing, availability, or services.
Google to Increase Nest Aware Subscription Prices in August 2025
Google is increasing the prices of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscription plans, effective August 15, 2025.
TikTok Rolls Out New Profile Features for Songwriters
TikTok is introducing new tools to spotlight songwriters on its platform. Songwriters can now highlight the tracks they've written or co-written directly on their profiles through a dedicated “Music” tab—similar to the one already used by performing artists.
Ex-U.S. Army Soldier Pleads Guilty to Hacking Telecom Giants and Extortion Scheme
Former U.S. Army soldier Cameron John Wagenius has pleaded guilty to hacking major telecommunication companies and attempting to extort them by threatening to leak stolen data, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Tuesday.
New Chinese Malware ‘Massistant’ Extracts Data from Seized Phones, Security Researchers Warn
A new report by cybersecurity firm Lookout has revealed that Chinese authorities are using a powerful Android malware tool called Massistant to extract data from seized mobile phones, even accessing private content from encrypted messaging apps like Signal.
Google Issues Urgent Chrome Update to Fix Actively Exploited Security Flaw
Google has released a critical security update for its Chrome browser to fix six newly discovered vulnerabilities, including one that is already being used by attackers in the wild.
Google Adds AI Summaries to Discover Feed, Worrying News Publishers
Google is now showing AI-generated summaries in its Discover feed, the personalized news section inside the Google Search app on iOS and Android.
What Is S Line and Where to Watch This Viral Korean Drama
You can watch S Line on Wavve, a streaming platform available in South Korea. It is not yet on global platforms like Netflix or Prime Video, but it has already become popular among fans worldwide.
What Is Cyber? Everything You Need to Know in 2025
Discover what is cyber, its real-world uses in the US and Canada, how it shapes security, and tips to stay safe in today’s connected world.
Early Menopause Linked to Depression Due to Lack of Support, Not Hormone Levels: Study
A new study published in the journal Menopause has found that women who experience premature menopause, also known as primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), are more likely to suffer from depression.
Elon Musk’s X Faces Complaints Over Alleged Illegal Ad Targeting in Europe
Elon Musk’s social media platform X is under fire after nine civil society organisations filed complaints with the European Commission and France’s media regulator, Arcom.
Europol Dismantles Romanian Ransomware Gang Behind Diskstation Attacks
An international law enforcement operation has dismantled a Romanian ransomware group known as Diskstation, which crippled businesses in Italy’s Lombardy region by encrypting their systems.
Abacus Market Disappears in Suspected Exit Scam After Handling Millions in Crypto
Abacus Market, the largest Western darknet marketplace supporting Bitcoin payments, has suddenly gone offline in a suspected exit scam.
ChatGPT Now Lets You Create Anime and Stylized Images with One Click
OpenAI has quietly rolled out a new image generation feature in ChatGPT that makes it easier for users to create AI images without needing expert prompt-writing skills.
Meta Fixes Security Bug That Exposed Private Meta AI Chats
Meta has fixed a serious security flaw that allowed users of its Meta AI chatbot to access private prompts and AI responses belonging to other users.
Microsoft Expands Copilot Vision to See Your Entire Screen
Microsoft is rolling out a powerful update to Copilot Vision for Windows Insiders, allowing the AI assistant to view everything on your screen.
Xbox Now Lets You Stream Your Own Games on PC via Xbox App
Microsoft is expanding its game streaming feature by bringing the "stream your own game" option to PC.
Apple Expands AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Aid Feature to More Countries
Apple has officially expanded the hearing aid functionality of the AirPods Pro 2 to additional countries, enabling the wireless earbuds to serve as assistive hearing devices in more parts of the world.
OpenAI Reportedly Developing AI-Powered Web Browser Codenamed “Aura”
OpenAI is quietly working on its AI-powered web browser, internally codenamed “Aura,” signaling a bold step toward challenging traditional browsing experiences with generative AI.
EU Pilots Age Verification App to Better Protect Minors Online
The European Union has unveiled a prototype age verification app in a major push to improve online child safety across the bloc.
