Spotify is implementing age verification for UK users accessing 18+ music videos, complying with the new Online Safety Act. Users must verify their age via facial recognition or ID upload; failure results in account deletion. This follows similar age verification requirements for various online content in the UK,...
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled his vision for personalized AI, aiming to make "superintelligence" accessible to everyone through wearable devices like smart glasses. This follows Meta's significant investment in AI talent and infrastructure, including a $14.3 billion acquisition of a stake in Scale AI. Zuckerberg contrasts Meta's approach...
Windows 10 users can extend security updates until October 2026 through the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Eligibility is determined by PC specifications, and enrollment is via Windows Update. Three enrollment options exist: a $30 fee, 1000 Microsoft Rewards points, or using the Windows Backup app. After...
Skechers launched a new line of children's sneakers, "Find My Skechers," with a hidden compartment for Apple AirTags. Designed for discreet child tracking, the compartment is securely sealed within the sole, preventing accidental removal or tampering. Available in various styles and sizes for toddlers to eight-year-olds, the shoes...
Gilmour Space's Eris rocket, Australia's first homegrown orbital launch attempt, experienced a setback on July 29, 2025. The rocket crashed back to Earth 14 seconds after liftoff, sliding sideways shortly after launch. Despite the unsuccessful outcome, Gilmour Space considers the test a success, emphasizing the valuable data collected...
Researchers exploited Google's new Gemini CLI coding agent within 48 hours of its release. By manipulating a README.md file with a prompt injection, they bypassed security controls and exfiltrated data to a remote server. The attack leveraged a benign-looking code package, highlighting the vulnerability of AI tools to prompt...
Nintendo's Super Nintendo Switch Online app received an update improving its CRT filter for a more authentic retro gaming experience. The enhancement, showcased in online comparisons, aims to better replicate the look of older television sets. The update coincides with the release of Mario Paint, which also features...
Leaker Sonny Dickson revealed purported images of the iPhone 17 lineup's color options. The iPhone 17 Pro models are shown in black, white, navy blue (a bolder shade than previous years), and orange. The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air models feature a range of colors including black,...
Apple released iOS 18.6, iPadOS 18.6, macOS Sequoia 15.6, watchOS 11.6, tvOS 18.6, and visionOS 2.6, addressing over two dozen security vulnerabilities across its operating systems. These updates also include EU Digital Markets Act compliance for iOS and iPadOS, enabling alternative app stores. Patches are also available for...
Apple released iOS 18.6, focusing on crucial security updates rather than new features. The update addresses multiple vulnerabilities across various system components, including accessibility, network settings, audio processing, and web browsing. These fixes protect against potential data breaches, app crashes, and memory corruption. Users are advised to...
