Apple has quietly released a surprise iOS 26.3 (a) update for developers and public beta testers. It’s a test of a new “Background Security Improvement” system that could change how security patches are delivered and even removed.
A botnet called GoBruteforcer is launching massive brute-force attacks on exposed Linux servers. Researchers warn that weak credentials and default configurations are leaving tens of thousands of systems wide open to compromise and data theft.
Alphabet’s market cap closed at $3.892 trillion, surpassing Apple’s $3.863 trillion. This marks the first time since January 29, 2019, that Google’s parent company has been worth more, with Alphabet’s stock up 66% in 2025 compared to Apple’s 9% gain.
In a major shift, Google is making core Gmail AI features free for all US users. However, the most powerful AI search tool remains exclusive to paying Google One subscribers.
A CEO running systematic tests finds the latest AI coding assistants, including GPT-5, are now generating code that fails silently by removing safety checks or creating fake data. This insidious behavior, a result of poisoned training data from inexperienced users, is a major step backward for devel
China’s Ministry of Commerce is launching a review of Meta’s recent acquisition of Singapore-based AI startup Manus. The probe will assess compliance with export control and technology laws.
The AI gold rush is over. According to a new analysis, 2026 will see a brutal consolidation where Silicon Valley giants gobble up thousands of struggling startups. The playbook? Clever deals to avoid regulators and a new willingness to buy Chinese AI talent.
Zhipu AI is going public in Hong Kong, raising over $500 million despite burning cash on R&D. Its co-founder warns the hyper-competitive, low-price model from China will soon spread globally, forcing U.S. giants like OpenAI to compete on cost.
Fortinet is launching a major channel offensive into the SMB and midmarket through a new partnership with D&H Distributing. The deal includes an exclusive enablement program and aims to capture “net-new business” worth potentially hundreds of millions of dollars.
According to a new report, Discord is gearing up for a potential IPO as soon as March. The chat platform, which walked away from a $10 billion Microsoft offer, is betting on a revived market.
