Apple is allegedly reconstructing its assistant as a Gemini-based chatbot integrated into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS for enhanced application control. Within the ecosystem, Campos is defined as a comprehensive overhaul of Siri rather than a superficial update. Reports indicate that the assistant will retain the familiar "Siri" wake word and side-button activation, while replacing the outdated card-style user interface with a genuine conversational thread capable of retaining cont

Bungie's extraction first-person shooter features intense Runner raids, cross-play compatibility, and cosmetic integrations with Destiny 2 on both consoles and PC. Bungie The rescheduled date for Marathon addresses issues stemming from Xbox shopfront leaks and withdrawn trailers. It ultimately provides Bungie’s protracted extraction shooter a definitive opportunity to demonstrate its potential to transform a previously problematic alpha and public doubt into a thriving phenom

The brain-computer interface laboratory develops non-invasive, AI-integrated neural hardware that competes with Neuralink and incites governance discussions. PATRICK T. FALLON / AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES Merge Labs emerges from stealth mode as Silicon Valley's latest fascination with brain-computer interfaces, supported by a $252 million USD seed funding round led by OpenAI, in conjunction with Bain Capital and Gabe Newell of Valve. The laboratory aims to integrate biological and

Revealing all code related to organic and advertisement post recommendations and updating it biweekly with developer annotations. Nathan Stirk/ Getty Images Elon Musk is once more pledging to unveil the underlying mechanisms of your X feed. This time, the commitment is more audacious. The firm will deliver an updated, entirely open-source recommendation stack every four weeks, accompanied by developer notes resembling release notes for your timeline. The commitment focusses o

Meta secures a long-term nuclear supply agreement with Vistra, TerraPower, and Oklo to support its Prometheus supercluster and forthcoming data centres. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Meta has announced an agreement for a series of nuclear energy supply and development contracts aimed at securing up to 6.6 GW of reliable electricity for its AI data centre expansion through 2035, with deliveries directed to the PJM grid region, which services significant portions of the US Mid-A

TikTok and ByteDance have executed binding agreements with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX to establish TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC. Dan Kitwood/ Getty Images TikTok and its parent firm ByteDance have conclusively signed binding agreements to establish a new American-led entity: TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, resolving years of regulatory ambiguity. An internal memo from CEO Shou Zi Chew, dated December 18, 2025, indicates that the significant agreement is set to conclude on J

The business intends to secure $30 billion USD next year via the IPO, which may potentially appraise SpaceX at up to $1.5 trillion USD. Getty Images Elon Musk, the world's richest person, is allegedly preparing for one of the most significant Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in history for his aerospace company, SpaceX. According to insider sources, Bloomberg indicates that Musk intends to undertake a remarkable capital round of $30 billion USD next year, which could value the

Dogecoin saw a significant market downturn, thus concluding the Elon Musk-driven meme-coin trend. Samuel Corum/ Getty ImageS The chaotic, meme-driven period of cryptocurrency concluded as Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced a significant decline in market value. Although the coin's underlying network is technically operational, the speculation and cultural significance that propelled its notorious peak in 2021 have largely dissipated, resulting in its trading at a minuscule percentag

Sam Altman and Jony Ive have transitioned their screenless, portable AI hardware from concept to prototype, anticipating a launch within two years. Jaque Silva/ Nurphoto/ Getty Images OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and renowned Apple designer Jony Ive have discreetly transitioned their enigmatic AI hardware from concept to prototype, affirming that "finally, we have the first prototypes" and that the inaugural gadget is expected to launch within two years. The product is recognized as

In April 2025, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) unveiled the newest iteration of the Qi2 standard, advancing wireless chargers towards the expedited charging speeds provided by USB connections. Mophie’s new Qi2 wireless charging stand collection.   Image: Mophie Qi2.2 facilitates charging up to 25W, representing a significant enhancement above the 15W maximum rate established since the release of Qi1.2 in October 2015. The updated Qi2.2 standard continues to utilize magnet

The poll revealed that 85% of authors generate annual earnings of up to $100,000 and exhibit optimism regarding expansion, with brand partnerships identified as the primary source of revenue. Unsplash Following the formal acknowledgment of creators as small enterprises in 2024, Visa's recently published "Monetized: 2025 Creator Report" offers fresh insights, elucidating the creator ecosystem and guiding the enhancement of financial infrastructure to assist creators. Since the

Jeff Bezos inaugurated the AI firm Project Prometheus, assuming the position of Co-CEO alongside Vik Bajaj, supported by $6.2 billion USD in funding. Nicolò Campo/ Lightrocket/ Getty Images A serious new opponent has emerged in the global artificial intelligence arena. Billionaire entrepreneur Jeff Bezos has announced the formation of his innovative AI venture, Project Prometheus, and will notably serve as Co-CEO. This signifies Bezos's inaugural executive operational positio

The speculated iPhone Fold may incorporate a pioneering 24-megapixel under-display camera (UDC) on its interior screen. Stanislav Kogiku/ Sopa Images/ Lightrocket/ Getty Images The anticipated iPhone Fold from Apple is developing around a prominent specification. Numerous sources indicate an industry-leading 24-megapixel under-display camera on the inner screen, featuring lens and sensor modifications designed to address the hazy, low-light challenges that affected previous u

Following a postponement of its launch date, Rockstar Games has announced that GTA VI will be released next November. Rockstar Games Has there ever been a video game launch as eagerly awaited as Grand Theft Auto VI? Projected to generate $10 billion USD during its lifetime, the excitement has been unparalleled. Nonetheless, one factor persists in obscuring the enthusiasm: delays. Numerous prominent titles have experienced delays in their release dates, and Rockstar Games is n

The technology is under development, yet is anticipated to debut at CES 2026. Samsung Last week, during a press junket, Samsung presented a simulated demonstration of the new dynamic HDR format, which encompasses six capabilities akin to those that would be provided by the recently unveiled Dolby Vision 2. Televisions from Samsung and other compatible manufacturers will enhance picture brightness for 4,000-5,000 nit displays currently available, tailor images to specific genr

It will include a reduced screen size, yet may be priced far below $1,000. Apple Apple is developing an economical Mac notebook utilizing an iPhone chip, which is scheduled for release in the first half of 2026, as reported by Bloomberg. The laptop will feature a lower-end LCD display with a screen size marginally smaller than the 13.6-inch display of the current MacBook Air. According to Bloomberg, the laptop will be priced far below $1,000, and its cost will be comparable t

The new features will be introduced in iOS 26.2, which is presently undergoing developer beta testing. Apple Podcasts will soon have automatically created chapters for English shows and permit creators to incorporate links at specific timestamps within their episodes. Timed links may also be added to episodes automatically anytime creators mention another podcast. Creators may decline both features, and chapters will be generated solely when creators do not provide their own.

Last week, Ledger returned to Paris for its annual OP3N event series. Ledger's recent OP3N event in Paris marks a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency hardware wallet industry, especially with the launch of the Ledger Nano Gen5. This new device represents a significant improvement in security and usability, essential for both individual and institutional investors operating in the unpredictable cryptocurrency environment. By implementing a seamless signer approach, Le

The startup is partnering with Juilliard students to annotate musical pieces to enhance the AI's training data. Jaque Silva/ Nurphoto/ Getty Images OpenAI is allegedly creating an AI music-generation tool that converts text and audio prompts into whole tunes. Initial applications encompass evaluating movies and augmenting vocal performances with accompaniment. Numerous sources additionally report on trial collaborations with Juilliard students who are annotating scores to enh

The new AI encyclopedia launches in beta, featuring 885,000 articles, a streamlined search interface, and restricted editing capabilities. Getty Images Elon Musk and xAI discreetly launched Grokipedia, an AI-generated encyclopedia that contests Wikipedia's cultural supremacy. The platform emerged as Grokipedia v0.1, including a basic search-oriented interface and hundreds of thousands of articles. It experienced a momentary malfunction before resuming operation. Musk characte