Asahi Brewer Hit by Cyberattack, Halts Operations in Japan
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., the brewer behind Japan’s top-selling beer, has disclosed a cyberattack that disrupted several of its domestic operations, forcing the company to suspend key services.
DeepSeek Unveils V3.2-exp Model With Lower Inference Costs for Long-Context AI
DeepSeek researchers have released a new experimental model, V3.2-exp, designed to reduce inference costs in long-context AI operations significantly.
Google Introduces New Gradient “G” Logo in First Major Redesign in a Decade
Google is rolling out a new version of its iconic “G” logo, marking the company’s first major redesign in 10 years.
Apple Releases iOS 26.0.1 with Fixes for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Camera Bugs
Apple has rolled out iOS 26.0.1 for iPhone users, delivering a set of important bug fixes. The update primarily addresses Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues that have been affecting iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air models.
YouTube Settles Trump Lawsuit for $24.5 Million
YouTube has reached a $24.5 million settlement in a lawsuit filed by former U.S. President Donald Trump in 2021, according to The Wall Street Journal.
X to Appeal Karnataka Court Order Allowing Police Takedown Requests via Secret Portal
Social media platform X said on Monday it will appeal a court order from India’s Karnataka state that allows millions of police officers to issue arbitrary takedown requests through a secretive online portal called Sahyog.
UK Pledges 1.5 Billion Pounds Loan Guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover Post Cyberattack
Following a cyberattack that halted production for nearly a month, the UK government has announced a £1.5 billion ($2 billion) loan guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) to stabilise its supply chain.
How to Spot Fake Online Stores and Shop Safely
Online shopping fraud is on the rise. Learn how seller verification, secure payments, and smart shopping habits can help protect you from scams.
Dutch Teenagers Arrested for Spying for Russia Using WiFi Sniffers
Two Dutch teenage boys, both aged 17, have been arrested by the Politie for allegedly spying for Russia using hacking devices.
Snapchat to Charge Users for Storing More Memories
Snapchat has announced that it will start charging users who want to store more than 5GB of Memories.
WHO Warns: Heart Diseases Claim Eight Lives Every Minute in South-East Asia
Heart diseases are the leading cause of death in South-East Asia, killing eight people every minute, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Saturday ahead of World Heart Day on September 29.
Microsoft Edge to Block Malicious Sideloaded Extensions Starting November
Microsoft is preparing to roll out a new security feature in Edge that will automatically detect and revoke malicious sideloaded extensions, helping protect users from potential browser-based attacks.
Microsoft Tests AI-Powered Auto-Categorization in Photos App on Windows 11
Microsoft has started testing a new AI-powered Auto-Categorization feature in the Photos app on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs.
YouTube Tests AI Hosts in Music App Through New Labs Program
YouTube is experimenting with AI-powered hosts in its Music app, offering a new way to enhance radio and mixes.
xAI Alleges Theft of Trade Secrets in Lawsuit against OpenAI
xAI has filed a lawsuit against rival OpenAI, alleging theft of trade secrets through hiring its former employees.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pulse, a Personalized Morning Briefing Tool
OpenAI has introduced a new feature inside ChatGPT called Pulse, designed to give users personalized reports while they sleep.
Microsoft Cuts Off Israel Defense Ministry’s Access to Cloud and AI Services
Microsoft has restricted the Israel Ministry of Defense from using some of its technology after an internal investigation revealed the ministry was using the company’s services to store surveillance data on Palestinian phone calls.
Trump Approves $14 Billion Deal for TikTok’s U.S. Operations
Trump approves $14B deal for TikTok U.S., handing control to American investors with Oracle overseeing security and operations.
Microsoft Makes Windows 10 Extended Security Updates Free in Europe
Windows 10 support is ending on October 14th, 2025, but Microsoft has been forced to make its Extended Security Updates (ESU) free in parts of Europe after pressure from a consumer advocacy group.
Proton Mail Update Brings Offline Mode and Faster Layout
Proton has rolled out a major update for its encrypted Mail app, introducing a refreshed layout along with a brand-new offline mode.
