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New EU transparency rules will require companies to label AI-generated or AI-altered content, including chatbot responses, images, audio and video, from Sunday, August 2. Companies operating in the EU must use both visible labels and technical markers, such as watermarks or embedded metadata, to identify synthetic materials. Existing AI systems will have to comply by […]

Microsoft has released KB5101684 According to Microsoft’s release notes, the Optional Preview cumulative update for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, which includes 42 bug fixes along with new features. The update increases the 24H2 system to form 26100.8973 and the 25H2 system to form 26200.8973. As an optional non-security preview update, it is not

Microsoft is now displaying an “Upgrade your plan” button in the title bar of Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This prompt cannot be dismissed or hidden, even for users with an active Microsoft 365 subscription. Selecting the button opens a window that displays the user’s current plan and offers options to upgrade to

Meta is introducing five new calling features to WhatsApp, with web calling being the primary update. Web calling enables one-on-one and group audio and video calls directly from WhatsApp Web without the need for an app download. Additional features include Call Transfer, which allows users to transfer active group calls between devices; Waiting Room, which

Apple has released security updates for its operating systems addressing nearly 200 vulnerabilities. The update is available for macOS Tahoe 26.6, iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, and VisionOS 26.6, as well as older versions macOS 15 Sequoia and macOS 14 Sonoma. CVE.org notes that watchOS, tvOS, and VisionOS 26.6 alone patch at

Samsung Electronics has expanded its semiconductor partnership with Broadcom to focus on AI chips, with the deal expected to bring total activity to more than $200 billion by 2030, according to a Reuters report cited by TechSpot. The agreement covers memory chips, contract manufacturing and advanced packaging, and extends until 2030. Broadcom’s next-generation communications chips

According to the Rockstar support page cited by TechSpot, Rockstar has confirmed that physical PS5 copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 sold in Japan include download codes that expire 170 days after launch on November 19, 2026. This expiration only applies to the PS5 version in Japan and does not affect buyers in other regions.

According to a statement provided to 9to5Google and reported by Android Police, Google has confirmed that Pixel phone prices will increase, citing increases in RAM and storage costs that are impacting the industry. The confirmation came from Shakeel Barkat, Google’s vice president of devices and services, who said the company would be “adjusting” pricing across

According to Meta’s announcement and Lifehacker’s report, Meta is adding a free verification feature called Facebook Verified that lets users earn a white check mark by uploading selfie videos. The purpose of the badge is to indicate a real person behind an account and will appear on profiles and on Marketplace, Dating, and Groups. Facebook

The PUBG: Battlegrounds tournament at the Esports World Cup 2026 will take place in Paris, France from July 21 to 26. Twenty-four teams are competing in a two-stage format for a prize pool of $2,025,000, Dot Esports reports. Made in Thailand led the group stage with 119 points, followed by T1 with 110 points and

According to Mozilla’s release notes, Mozilla has released Firefox 153 Extended Support Release (ESR), which was first made available to ESR channel users on July 21, 2026. This update includes all the changes since Firefox 140 ESR, such as a new profile management system, Split View, enhanced fingerprinting protection, AES-256 password encryption, and on-device AI

According to a report by cybersecurity firm Guardio shared with BleepingComputer, Adobe has patched a series of vulnerabilities in its Acrobat Chrome extension that previously allowed any website to access conversations in WhatsApp Web without proper authentication. The vulnerabilities, collectively identified as CVE-2026-48294 and referred to as HermeticReader, affect Adobe Acrobat Chrome extension versions 26.5.2.1

Microsoft launches Windows 11 Insider build 26220.8925 In the beta channel, new controls for precise touchpad scrolling and zooming, faster scrolling, Start menu toggles at the section level, and various File Explorer updates have been introduced, according to Windows Insider release notes and reports from Windows Central. This build is one of five Insider updates

Activision has announced the beta schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. Early Access for players who preorder will run from August 21st to August 25th. The open beta, available for the first time on all platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, will run from August 28 to September 1. The open beta does not

Google is rolling out ChromeOS 150 to compatible Chromebooks, introducing new Gemini-based classroom management tools and two enterprise policies for local PIN and password authentication. According to Google’s official release notes and Chrome Unboxed’s coverage, this update also marks the last release before Chrome apps stop working in kiosk mode. The update is primarily targeted