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Google AI Search Rewrites SEO Rules for Brands
Google now places AI-generated answers above traditional search links, upending decades of SEO strategy. Brands face new challenges with zero visibility into how AI describes them.

Microsoft warns of GPU mining malware spread via SEO poisoning and AI chatbots
Microsoft uncovered a cryptojacking campaign targeting gamers and high-end PC users. Malware disguised as popular utilities like HWMonitor is spread through SEO poisoning and AI chatbot recommendations.

Why a Former Meta Engineer Bet on the Old Web Over AI
Craig Campbell passed on VC funding to launch a historical maps website. His gamble on the old school web is paying off while AI hype surges.

Apple Pushes Smart Glasses Launch to Late 2027, Report Says
Apple's smart glasses are reportedly delayed until late 2027 as it takes a cautious approach to avoid earlier AR product pitfalls.

Ireland Probes Meta Over 'Dark Patterns' in Non-Algorithmic Feeds
Irish regulators are investigating if Meta uses deceptive design to discourage users from choosing chronological feeds over algorithmic ones.

A Founder's $14 Million Raise Started With a Talk, Not a Pitch
Alyx van der Vorm raised $14 million by speaking at events instead of cold emailing investors. She argues the best backers want to discover founders, not be pitched to.

Google Phone App Flags AI Voice Cloning Scams That Spoof Your Contacts
Google's Phone app now alerts users when scammers spoof a contact's number and use AI voice cloning. The feature targets the $893 million lost to such scams in 2025.

Why Some Users Want Search Engines to Stop Thinking for Them
AI summaries in search results frustrate users who prefer traditional link lists. Critics argue search engines should retrieve information, not interpret it.

TikTok Pro Events App Aims to Unite Fans Around Cultural Moments
TikTok launched a new app called TikTok Pro Events that lets users engage with fans during major cultural moments like the FIFA World Cup through curated feeds and trending videos.

Windows 11 Update Adds NPU Monitoring to Task Manager, Boosts App Launch Speed
Microsoft's Windows 11 preview update brings Task Manager NPU monitoring, faster app launches, and Bluetooth LE Audio support, but a known EFI partition issue persists.

US Tech Layoffs Hit Two-Year High as AI Drives 38,000 Job Cuts in May
Nearly 40,000 tech workers lost jobs in May, the highest monthly total in two years. Artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for the layoffs.

The North Star Metric That Drives Software Success
A deep dive into the concept of a 'North Star' metric in software development and how it aligns teams, drives product focus and measures true customer value.

Motorola Bricked Its Entire Router Line Without Warning Users
Motorola silently crippled its WiFi routers, leaving thousands without working devices or explanation.

AI Voice Cloning Turns Phones Into A Prime Cybersecurity Risk
Deepfake voice attacks are rising. Enterprises must verify identity in real time or face costly fraud.

World Cup 2026 Travelers Face Escalating Mobile Data Costs Across Three Nations
Fans traveling across the US, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup will need eSIMs to avoid roaming fees. Prices vary widely by country and data allowance, making advance planning essential.

MANGOS Emerges as New Tech Power Acronym as SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI Eye IPOs
SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI are preparing public offerings prompting a shift from FAANG to MANGOS.

AI Agents Enter Crypto Trading With Coinbase Integration
Coinbase enables AI agents to trade crypto tokens including Fartcoin, raising questions about automated market participation.

Voice-First AI Interfaces Risk Alienating Silent Users
Tech companies push voice as the default AI interface. Yet many users prefer text or silence. This trend may exclude key demographics and create accessibility issues.

The Hidden Cost of AI: Workers Now Spend Hours 'Botsitting' to Fix Mistakes
Employees spend hours each week correcting AI errors, a phenomenon undermining promised productivity gains. This hidden labor cost reveals the gap between AI hype and reality.

Snap Pushes Augmented Reality Forward With Standalone Smart Glasses
Snap's new AR glasses are fully standalone, priced between Meta's Ray-Bans and Apple Vision Pro. CEO Evan Spiegel discusses the future of all-day wearables.