Security researchers discovered that Microsoft failed to revoke 11 vulnerable firmware components called shims for over a decade, allowing attackers to easily bypass Secure Boot protections on Windows and Linux devices.

Ofcom has launched an investigation into whether TikTok adequately checks user ages and prevents children from accessing harmful content on its platform.

Leading AI researchers and ethicists are raising questions about whether advanced language models could be conscious or deserve moral consideration, citing the rapid advancement and complexity of current AI systems.

Child safety experts warn that cases of predators coercing minors into producing sexual abuse material and self-harm have surged globally, with the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children reporting a 125% increase in sadistic online exploitation cases.

Bloomsbury, publisher of Harry Potter and works by JK Rowling, will receive millions from a $1.5bn copyright settlement between AI startup Anthropic and thousands of authors over unauthorized use of their work.

Samsung unveiled three new folding phones at its July 2026 Unpacked event, with models starting at $1,199.99 and launching August 7th. The Z Fold 8 offers a new, more compact design option compared to the larger Ultra variant.

Samsung revealed its upcoming smart glasses with two new frame designs and confirmed a 9-hour battery life. The glasses, developed with Google, Gentle Monster, and Warby Parker, will launch this fall.

Apple is reportedly developing an updated MacBook Neo with a faster A19 Pro processor, increased RAM capacity, and new color options, though pricing may rise due to component shortages.