Microsoft has officially released the optional preview update KB5089570 for Windows 11, bringing systems to OS Build 28000.2179. This is one of the most feature-packed preview updates Microsoft has released in recent months, introducing a redesigned gaming-focused Xbox Mode, major File Explorer upgrades, AI improvements for Copilot+ PCs, enhanced Bluetooth audio sharing, security changes, and […]

Microsoft has released the new optional Windows 11 preview update KB5089573 for versions 24H2 and 25H2, bringing systems to OS Builds 26100.8524 and 26200.8524. While this is technically a preview cumulative update ahead of June 2026 Patch Tuesday, it includes several meaningful upgrades focused on performance, AI hardware monitoring, audio sharing, Windows Hello responsiveness, and […]

Microsoft is making visual search faster and easier with a new update to Microsoft Edge. The browser now supports image-based search directly from the Edge Search Bar on desktop. The new feature allows users to upload an image file or simply drag and drop an image into the search bar to instantly view related search […]

Anthropic has quietly made a massive move for developers. The company’s most powerful AI model, Claude Opus 4.7, is now the default model inside Claude Code fast mode. And the wild part?You only need one command: /fast That’s it. No extra setup. No complicated configuration. No additional payment tier. Developers using Claude Code can now […]

New leaks suggest Anthropic is getting ready to launch multiple next-generation AI systems, including the mysterious Claude Mythos 1 and an upgraded Claude Opus 4.8 model. The unreleased models recently appeared across several backend systems and internal UI references, hinting that Anthropic could be entering the final stages of rollout testing. Claude Mythos 1 Preview […]

Microsoft is officially phasing out SMS-based verification codes for personal Microsoft accounts, including Xbox accounts, in a major security push aimed at reducing phishing and SIM-swap attacks. The company is urging users to move away from text-message authentication and switch to more secure sign-in methods like passkeys, the Microsoft Authenticator app, and backup email verification. […]

Microsoft is rolling out new customization options for the floating Copilot button in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint after many users complained that the feature blocked important content while working on documents and spreadsheets. The company is now giving users more control over where the Copilot Dynamic Action Button appears and how it behaves across Microsoft […]

OpenAI may already be preparing its next major AI release only weeks after launching GPT-5.5. New leaks, backend testing references, and developer discoveries are fueling speculation that GPT-5.6 is now deep in internal testing and could launch as early as June 2026. Reports also hint at a more powerful “GPT-5.6 Pro” variant focused on advanced […]

Microsoft is expanding its AI-powered education tools once again. The company has now globally rolled out a new feature in Microsoft Teams for Education that allows educators to define AI usage guidelines directly inside assignments. The new capability gives teachers and educators more control over how students use artificial intelligence while completing coursework. With AI […]

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming marketing, and the latest announcement could change how brands manage social media forever. Claude has introduced Claude for Marketing, a new AI-powered workflow designed to help businesses deploy social media accounts, generate viral-ready content, and automatically publish posts — all from a single chat interface. The announcement highlights how marketers […]

Microsoft is continuing its rapid evolution of Windows 11 with the release of Experimental Preview Build 26300.8497, giving Windows Insiders another early look at features that could shape the future of the desktop experience. The latest experimental build focuses heavily on accessibility improvements, taskbar customization, UI refinements, and insider testing stability. It also highlights Microsoft’s […]

Microsoft is making major changes to how Copilot works inside Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as the company doubles down on AI-powered productivity across Microsoft 365. In a new update shared through the Microsoft 365 Insider program, Microsoft revealed a redesigned Copilot experience focused on smarter entry points, better workflow integration, improved keyboard accessibility, and more […]

Supio’s legal AI platform shows why vertical AI built on trusted data and specific workflows may matter more than generic enterprise chatbots.

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Google AI Studio lets users test Gemini models, build apps, generate media, and export code. Here’s what it does, costs, and where it falls short.

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AI coding tool flaws highlight the need for data-layer governance, access controls, encryption, and audit logs for AI agents.

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SK Hynix crossed a $1 trillion valuation as AI data center demand drives memory chip prices higher and reshapes the semiconductor market.

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Meta employees are questioning Mark Zuckerberg’s pledge to avoid more company-wide layoffs this year as the company restructures around AI.

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Discover hidden Mac features for faster file previews, screenshots, dictation, iPhone scanning, automation, Spotlight shortcuts, and more.

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7-Eleven says a system intrusion exposed franchise applicant data, with reports linking the breach to ShinyHunters and 185,000 affected people.

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