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Accenture Acquires Ookla, Owner of Speedtest, in Telecom Data Play
Accenture is buying Ookla, the company behind Speedtest.net. The deal boosts Accenture's telecom data and analytics capabilities.
Microsoft quietly downgrades offline Office features for perpetual license users
Microsoft is reducing functionality in perpetually-licensed Office products, pushing users toward subscriptions. The changes affect offline software used by businesses and consumers who avoid cloud plans.
Quantum computing threatens to break current encryption sooner than expected
Quantum computers could crack today's encryption within a decade. Enterprises are not prepared.
New Side-Channel Attack Uses Browser Storage to Fingerprint Devices
Researchers developed FROST, a side-channel attack using OPFS-based SSD timing in browsers to create persistent device fingerprints that bypass privacy protections.
VR Fitness App Supernatural to Spin Off From Meta, Launch Independently This Fall
Supernatural, the VR workout platform under Meta, will become an independent company. A new app version arrives this fall, ahead of Meta's planned shutdown.
Lego and Pokémon merge physical play with digital smarts in new sets
Lego's 12 new Pokémon sets blend physical building with digital interactivity, marking a shift in smart toy design.
OpenAI Upgrades ChatGPT Memory for Free Users, Closing Gap With Paid Tiers
OpenAI improved ChatGPT memory, especially for free users. The chatbot now better retains conversation context across sessions. This closes a key gap between free and paid tiers.
Lightning surge through coaxial cable destroys gamer's PC, highlights home wiring risks
A lightning strike entered a home through a coaxial internet cable, destroying a gaming PC and router. The incident underscores the need for whole-home surge protection beyond standard power strips.
Plex Adds Social Features in Push Beyond Media Server Roots
Plex is adding social features including personalized lists and community forums. Later this year, users can import lists from other services and get match scores. The move furthers Plex's evolution beyond its media server roots.
Microsoft Pushes Developer Tools Deeper Into Quantum and Containers at Build 2026
At Build 2026, Microsoft unveiled quantum development tools, container runtime upgrades, and new AI features for developers. The announcements signal a shift toward hybrid cloud and high-performance computing.
AGI Already Here, Says A16z's Marc Andreessen in Rogan Interview
Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen claimed on Joe Rogan's podcast that advanced AI models achieved artificial general intelligence three months ago. The statement challenges current definitions of AGI and ignites debate among AI researchers.
Google Cloud Suspension Causes Major Outage for Railway Platform
Railway blames Google Cloud for incorrectly suspending its account, leading to a widespread service outage. The incident raises concerns about cloud provider accountability.
Ransomware Gang Uses Fake IT Workers for In-Person Attacks
Silent Ransom Group sends fake IT workers to law firms to steal data in person before deploying ransomware.
Utah Data Center Project Halved After Residents Protest Water Use
A massive Utah data center plan was cut 50% after local backlash over water use. Developer Kevin O'Leary admitted regret over lack of transparency.
Social Media Feeds Shift From Friends to Viral Fads, Study Finds
Social media feeds now prioritize viral fads and trends over posts from friends, driven by engagement-focused algorithms. This shift impacts user experience and authentic connection.
Apple Finally Delivers on AI With Revamped Siri After Year of Delay
Apple revealed a revamped Siri AI at WWDC after a year of delays. The update includes multimodal features and a dedicated app.
Apple Maps Flyover to Gain Gaussian Splatting in Future iOS Update
Apple plans to enhance Maps Flyover with Gaussian Splatting for hyper-realistic 3D cities. The future iOS 27 upgrade aims to rival Google Maps in immersive mapping.
Apple's macOS Container Machines Reshape Developer Workflows
Apple introduces container machines for macOS enabling native virtualized testing environments across OS versions.
Google Pushes AI Deeper Into Android With New Multitasking and Wear OS Update
Android 17 and Wear OS 7 bring multitasking upgrades, parental controls and expanded Gemini AI features, signaling Google's push to integrate artificial intelligence across its devices.
Mergers Expose Hidden Costs of Rushed AI Adoption
M&A deals reveal AI integration gaps caused by rushed adoption, forcing governance fixes to prevent deal failures and value destruction.