Microsoft has officially released Windows 11 KB5121767, an out-of-band (OOB) cumulative update for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. The emergency release resolves a compatibility issue that forced the company to temporarily block the July 2026 Patch Tuesday update (KB5101650) for a limited number of Dell PCs equipped with Intel Innovation Platform Framework (Intel IPF) […]

Fresh rumors indicate that xAI is nearing a major milestone with its next-generation Grok AI model. According to recent reports, the company’s upcoming 2-trillion-parameter (2T) model is expected to complete training next week, marking another significant step in Elon Musk’s ambitious AI roadmap. If the speculation proves accurate, the new model could arrive as early […]

Microsoft has announced a fresh wave of AI-powered enhancements for Copilot in SharePoint, making it easier for organizations to create documents, automate workflows, and discover reusable skills. The July 2026 update focuses on reducing repetitive work while helping teams generate high-quality content directly from SharePoint using natural language. These improvements continue Microsoft’s broader vision of […]

Microsoft is reportedly working on a new Surface Laptop Ultra, and if the latest rumors are accurate, it could become one of the most exciting Windows PCs of 2026. Rather than relying on a traditional CPU and discrete GPU setup, the upcoming device is expected to use NVIDIA’s RTX Spark platform, combining an ARM processor […]

NVIDIA’s next wave of graphics cards may not arrive as soon as many PC enthusiasts expected. According to multiple industry reports, the rumored GeForce RTX 50 SUPER series has already reached at least some add-in board (AIB) partners, indicating that hardware production is well underway. However, the company is reportedly holding back the official launch […]

Claude Opus 5 Could Arrive as Early as July 20-21 Fresh leaks suggest Anthropic is preparing to launch Claude Opus 5 as early as July 20-21, making next week one of the biggest weeks for AI model releases. While Anthropic has not officially confirmed the model, multiple reports and community findings point toward an imminent […]

Microsoft has revealed the latest Next Week on Xbox lineup, confirming a packed release schedule for July 20–24, 2026. The upcoming week features more than 20 new titles across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Xbox Game Pass, including major launches, indie adventures, survival games, platformers, puzzle experiences, and fighting games. Among the biggest […]

Microsoft releases the Xbox July console update Microsoft has started rolling out the Xbox July 2026 console update, bringing a wide range of quality-of-life improvements for Xbox players. The latest update introduces longer unique Gamertags, a redesigned game library, enhanced profile customization, easier access to service alerts, and several upgrades for cloud gaming and the […]

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard has shared an exciting update on the future of the studio’s three biggest franchises—Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Starfield. Alongside teasing what’s coming next, Howard celebrated incredible new milestones that highlight the enduring popularity of these iconic RPG series. According to Howard, these universes have become a meaningful part […]

Anthropic has rolled out a significant update to Workbench, making it easier for developers to prototype, test, and deploy AI applications powered by Claude. The updated experience moves Workbench into a brand-new Build section, introducing a cleaner interface focused on faster development workflows. The redesign aims to simplify the process of experimenting with Claude models […]

Microsoft has announced a new compatibility safeguard hold affecting the Windows 11 July 2026 security update (KB5101650). The company has temporarily paused the rollout of the update for a limited number of Dell PCs equipped with Intel processors after identifying an issue that can negatively impact device stability and performance. The safeguard was published on […]

Microsoft has announced a fresh Xbox Free Play Days lineup, giving players the chance to jump into five exciting games for free this weekend. Whether you’re into open-world crime, anime battles, survival horror, sports, or management simulators, there’s something for everyone. The latest Free Play Days event includes GTA Online, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Crisol: […]

Motorola's Edge 70 Max pairs a 7,100mAh silicon-carbon battery with built-in Qi2 magnetic charging, flagship hardware, and a slim design in its India debut.

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23andMe will pay $18 million to settle claims from 43 states over its 2023 data breach, which exposed genetic information tied to nearly 7 million people.

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OpenAI’s $70 ChatGPT basketball and premium merchandise test whether the AI company can transform its software platform into a lifestyle brand.

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SpaceX aborted its Starship V3 launch after an engine issue, raising new questions about Starlink expansion, launch reliability, and investor pressure.

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Microsoft is reportedly developing Project Perception, a lower-cost AI security tool that would use multiple models to identify enterprise vulnerabilities.

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Zoom patched a critical Windows flaw that could enable remote account takeover, along with three high-severity privilege-escalation vulnerabilities.

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Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro support ends Oct. 13, 2026. See who is affected, available upgrade paths, and what IT teams should do now.

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