DuckDuckGo has launched a new AI image generator as part of its duck.ai platform. The tool is free with daily limits and emphasizes user privacy by anonymizing prompts and storing images locally.
Meta is experimenting with charging for link sharing on Facebook. Users in professional mode or running Pages are limited to two links unless they subscribe to Meta Verified, which starts at $14.99 per month. This test signals a push to monetize content distribution itself.
Apple completed its acquisition of Pixelmator Pro in February 2025. Nearly a year later, users are complaining about vague, infrequent updates, sparking fears the app is being neglected. The app’s future under Apple’s ownership is now in question.
MITRE has expanded its D3FEND cybersecurity ontology to include operational technology. This provides a structured framework for securing industrial control systems and other cyber-physical assets that are increasingly networked. It’s a move to bring much-needed standardization to a historically fra
OpenAI is now accepting submissions from any developer for its ChatGPT App Directory, opening its platform to a wave of new interactive apps. Approved apps will start rolling out to users in early 2026, transforming ChatGPT from a chatbot into an app hub.
In a stunning move, Trump Media & Technology Group is merging with nuclear fusion company TAE Technologies. The deal, valued at over $6 billion, aims to build a fusion power plant to fuel AI data centers.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, tipped for a July 2026 launch, is rumored to get significant camera upgrades. It may swap to a 50MP ultrawide and a 12MP telephoto, while keeping the 200MP main sensor. The changes could also influence a potential Z TriFold sequel.
Google is finally addressing the Pixel 10’s gaming woes with a major GPU driver update. The move comes after developers, including Genshin Impact’s team, blamed dated drivers for poor performance.
Microsoft is rolling out a major upgrade to its Phone Link system, turning Android phones into a powerful remote for Windows 11 PCs. The update adds features like remote lock, seamless file sharing, and screen mirroring. It’s a big step toward making Android a core part of the Windows experience.
The University of Stuttgart has broken ground on its HLRS III data center, a key part of Germany’s national supercomputing strategy. The €178.6 million facility will house the “Herder” supercomputer and an AI-optimized system starting in 2027.
