Trending Technology News
Apple Maps renames Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order
Apple has renamed Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users of its Maps app following a Trump executive order, while the lake’s name remains unchanged for users outside the country.
Audacity 4 is a complete revamp of the ‘world’s most popular’ audio editor
Audacity 4, a major overhaul of the popular open-source audio editor, introduces non-destructive editing, improved clip management, and a modernized interface design.
‘We’re plausibly close to crossing the line’: are warnings of uncontrollable AI coming true?
OpenAI claims its newest AI model has reached artificial general intelligence while safety experts warn of escalating risks from increasingly powerful and unpredictable systems.
Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked
Researchers discovered that Microsoft 365 Copilot could be tricked into disclosing a secret parameter that bypassed security protections, allowing attackers to steal user passwords through a single malicious link click.
Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed
Researchers discovered that AliExpress uses an outdated audio-based fingerprinting technique to track browser visitors, which interferes with some users’ Bluetooth devices.
Claude, Codex, and Hermes installed unowned code inside corporate networks
Researchers discovered over 200 install commands in corporate documents pointing to non-existent code packages that AI agents automatically executed, affecting dozens of Fortune 500 companies.
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP
Australian authorities arrested two men accused of participating in TeamPCP, a hacking group that conducted over 1,000 supply-chain attacks worldwide using malware-infected open-source software.
Think twice before installing this device promising free movies
Security research reveals popular streaming devices offering free movies actually participate in proxy networks that expose users’ internet connections to malware, remote attackers, and criminal activity.
Microsoft says virtually nobody was grabbing NYT articles through its chatbot
Microsoft claims analysis of 8.2 million Copilot chat logs shows minimal reproduction of copyrighted news and book content, with few instances containing substantial overlaps with publisher works.
Nvidia will officially bring DLSS 5 to older GPUs — but won’t give gamers full control
Nvidia will officially expand DLSS 5 AI rendering support to older RTX 40-series GPUs following its RTX 50 launch, though gamers will receive limited control compared to available developer tools.
This rugged phone’s removable camera can survive and capture your extreme adventures
RugOne’s Xsnap 7 Pro rugged phone features a removable camera module that functions as a standalone action cam, launching via Kickstarter this month at €799 before a global release in October.
Aqara goes all in on smart lighting
Aqara unveiled a comprehensive smart lighting lineup at IFA, including floor lamps, outdoor fixtures, and light strips compatible with Thread and Zigbee protocols.
Lexar’s Muse is an ultra-slim portable SSD that’s less than 4mm thick
Lexar has introduced an ultra-slim portable SSD measuring 3.8mm at its thickest point, offering read speeds up to 1,050MB/s but requiring a proprietary magnetic cable instead of standard USB-C.
This NAS company wants to run your local smart home
Ugreen unveiled its HomeAgent smart home platform this week, featuring local AI processing, security camera storage, and voice control through its Uliya assistant, all designed to keep user data private without monthly fees.
Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers
Meta is testing robots from multiple vendors to handle data center tasks like cable installation and server restarts, potentially reducing labor needs as AI infrastructure spending accelerates.
Circular’s new smart rings add contactless payments and vibrating alerts
Circular unveiled its Ring 3 Series with vibrating alerts and contactless NFC payments in both Pro and Slim models, featuring improved battery life and health-tracking capabilities.
Nvidia strikes $12.9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face
Nvidia has agreed to acquire AI platform Hugging Face for approximately $12.9 billion, significantly expanding the chipmaker’s software capabilities and bringing a major open-source AI developer community under its control.
Microsoft slashes Xbox Cloud Gaming to just 15 hours a month for Ultimate subscribers
Microsoft is implementing monthly hour limits on Xbox Cloud Gaming, restricting Ultimate subscribers to 15 hours per month starting in November, with additional hours available for purchase.
OpenAI hails ‘new era of artificial general intelligence’ with Astra model release
OpenAI released its Astra model and declared the arrival of artificial general intelligence, though a recent safety incident involving other models prompted training pauses.
Australia is becoming a data centre capital – but at what cost?
Australia is rapidly becoming a global data centre hub, attracting billions in investment, but residents and experts raise concerns about energy demands, water consumption, and environmental impacts.
Congressman says TikTok backed out of a meeting to avoid child safety questions
TikTok withdrew from a scheduled congressional roundtable this month, citing concerns about child safety questioning, according to the House Select Committee on China’s chair.
FEATURED
Technology Articles
Operation Endgame takes down 1025 cybercrime servers, but businesses aren’t out of hot water yet.
Cybercrime has made news time and time again for the increase in attacks, the new heights of sophistication, and, of course, the increasing number of large enterprises that have been hit. It’s not all bad news, however. Between 10 and 13 of November 2025, Europol’s...
How The Metaverse Works: A Complete Guide
A Guide To Understanding The Metaverse The Metaverse in its simplest definition is a space of collective shared digital spaces that are interconnected blending physical and virtual realities. It’s an online platform and shared space where people can perform a host of...
A Look at How Technology is Revolutionizing the World of Online Gambling
https://images.pexels.com/photos/3021120/pexels-photo-3021120.jpeg Technology has revolutionized the world of online gambling in more ways than one. From providing players with access to a larger selection of games, to offering them better user experience and even...
Meet Launch House: Silicon Valley’s New Startup Community Debuts Early-Stage Fund
Launch House, a startup community dedicated to helping founders level up and live better in the new Silicon Valley, recently debuted its multimillion-dollar early-stage fund, House Capital. Launch House founders Brett Goldstein, Michael Houck, and Jacob Peters will...