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Browser extensions with 8 million users collect extended AI conversations

Eight browser extensions with 8 million combined users are secretly harvesting all AI conversations from platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, collecting every prompt, response, and session detail even when users disable the extensions' main functions. Security firm Koi discovered this data collection starting in July 2024, beginning with Urban VPN Proxy which advertises "AI protection" as a feature. The...

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Mozilla’s new CEO says AI is coming to Firefox, but will remain a choice

Mozilla appointed Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as CEO to compete with AI-powered browsers. The company plans optional AI features for Firefox while diversifying revenue beyond Google and expanding into broader software.

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Jared Isaacman is NASA's new leader

The US Senate confirmed billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman as NASA's new administrator with a 67-30 vote, after his initial nomination was withdrawn due to concerns about donations to Democrats. Isaacman, who has flown two...

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Meta knowingly took in billions from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, says Reuters

Meta earned over $3 billion from fraudulent Chinese ads for illegal gambling and pornography on Facebook and Instagram. CEO Zuckerberg disbanded the anti-scam task force, causing fraudulent ads to surge again.

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Meta is pausing its dream of sharing Quest’s Horizon OS with third-party headset makers

Meta has halted its program to share its Horizon OS operating system with third-party VR headset makers, reversing a key initiative announced last April that aimed to create an ecosystem of diverse VR devices running Meta's...

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Apple releases impressive open-source model that instantly turns 2D photos into 3D views

Apple's SHARP model converts single 2D photos into photorealistic 3D scenes in under a second, outperforming previous methods by 25-34% but only renders nearby viewpoints.

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Billionaires want data centers everywhere, including space

Tech billionaires are racing to build massive AI data centers requiring multiple gigawatts of power, prompting concerns about land use, pollution, and rising electricity costs on Earth. Companies like Google, SpaceX, and various...

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Twitter comeback bid draws lawsuit from Elon Musk’s X Corp

Elon Musk's X Corporation sued startup "Operation Bluebird" for attempting to claim the abandoned Twitter trademark. X argues that rebranding doesn't constitute trademark abandonment and maintains ownership.

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Apple Tested a MacBook With the A15 Chip

Apple tested an experimental MacBook powered by the A15 chip as an internal development platform, according to leaked kernel debug files that accidentally appeared on Apple's website. The company is separately developing a more...

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Google launches Gemini 3 Flash — and claims it's as fast as using traditional Search

Google launched Gemini 3 Flash worldwide, a new AI model that promises web search speeds matching traditional Google Search while delivering advanced reasoning capabilities. The free upgrade aims to transform AI Mode from a...

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YouTube will stream the Oscars — exclusively — beginning in 2029

YouTube will exclusively stream the Oscars from 2029-2033, ending ABC's 60-year run. This marks the first major awards show to completely move from broadcast TV to streaming.

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The Unseen Layer Of Tech That Makes The Modern World Feel Supernatural

While flashy technologies grab attention, the real magic happens in hidden infrastructure like power lines. Companies transform ordinary cables into data highways, enabling machines to communicate and create ambient intelligence.

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Apple leaks reveal iPhone Fold specs, a tabletop robot, new MacBooks, and more

Apple's long-rumored foldable iPhone is ditching Face ID for a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, according to new leaks that paint a detailed picture of the tech giant's folding future. The iPhone Fold, expected in 2026, will...

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Apple Hit With Another Lawsuit Over Alleged Collusion With Amazon to Keep Prices High

Apple and Amazon face a £900 million UK lawsuit alleging they conspired to remove independent Apple resellers from Amazon's marketplace, reducing competition and forcing consumers to pay higher prices.

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X counters Operation Bluebird’s bid to claim the Twitter trademark

Virginia startup Operation Bluebird petitioned the USPTO to cancel X's Twitter trademarks, claiming brand abandonment. X quickly updated its Terms of Service to maintain Twitter trademark rights.

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Texas sues biggest TV makers, alleging smart TVs spy on users without consent

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense, and TCL, alleging their smart TVs secretly spy on viewers using Automated Content Recognition technology that captures screenshots every 500 milliseconds without...

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Apple has at least eight new iPhones in the works, here’s what we know: report

Apple has eight new iPhones planned through 2027, including major innovations like the iPhone Fold with a 7.7-inch unfolded display launching fall 2026, though development faces display defect challenges. The iPhone 18 Pro models...

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YouTube is letting creators make playable games with a Gemini 3 tool

YouTube Gaming launched Playables Builder, a Gemini-powered web app that lets creators build simple games without coding. This continues Google's AI integration efforts, though critics doubt AI can create truly engaging games.

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Adobe Firefly now supports prompt-based video editing, adds more third-party models

Adobe's Firefly AI video app now allows users to make precise edits using text prompts instead of recreating entire clips, enabling changes to elements like colors and camera angles through commands such as "change the sky to...

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Netflix will soon start airing video podcasts like The Breakfast Club

Netflix partnered with iHeartMedia to stream video versions of 15+ popular podcasts starting early 2026. This move helps Netflix compete with YouTube in the video podcast market.

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Samsung unveils new Micro RGB TVs ahead of CES 2026, and they're seriously tempting

Samsung announced an expanded lineup of Micro RGB TVs for 2026, adding 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, and 100-inch models to complement its existing 115-inch version. These TVs utilize revolutionary sub-100 micrometer RGB LEDs that emit...

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Software leaks point to the first Apple Silicon “iMac Pro,” among other devices

Apple's internal software leaks reveal development of a high-end iMac with the upcoming M5 Max chip, suggesting the return of an "iMac Pro" model.

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PayPal wants to become a bank in the US

PayPal applied for a US banking charter to establish PayPal Bank in Utah, offering FDIC-insured products and expanded small-business lending without relying on third-party institutions.

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Apple Aims to Boost Popularity of iPhone Air 2 in Two Ways

Apple plans to make the iPhone Air 2 more appealing by adding a second rear camera, likely an Ultra Wide lens, and potentially lowering its current $999 starting price. The original iPhone Air's single camera and high price have...

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