Apple rolls out first ‘background security’ update for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to fix Safari bug
Apple’s first-ever “background security improvement” fixes a vulnerability in its Safari browser running its latest software.
Kagi brings its ‘small web’ of a human-only internet to mobile devices
Kagi’s “Small Web” offers a handpicked collection of more than 30,000 non-commercial, human-authored websites including personal blogs, webcomics, and independent videos.
The Pentagon is developing alternatives to Anthropic, report says
After their dramatic falling-out, it doesn’t seem as though Anthropic and the Pentagon are getting back together.
BuzzFeed debuts AI slop apps in bid for new revenue
BuzzFeed unveiled new AI-powered social apps at SXSW, but its demos drew muted reactions.
Google’s data center power playbook comes into focus
Google has long procured clean power for its operations and data centers, but recent deals show the company is changing tactics.
World launches tool to verify humans behind AI shopping agents
As AI agents take the reins for online shoppers, Sam Altman’s unconventional startup is looking to expand its verification offerings to support agentic commerce.
Germany study finds most online gambling now on licensed sites
A newly released study commissioned by the national gambling regulator of Germany suggests that most online gambling in the country now happens on licensed platforms, with illegal operators representing less than a
Meet Vurt, the mobile-first streaming platform for indie filmmakers embracing vertical video
Micro-drama apps make billions in consumer spending, so VURT launched its streaming app to allow indie filmmakers to capitalize on the vertical video trend.
OpenAI expands government footprint with AWS deal, report says
OpenAI has reportedly signed a partnership with AWS to sell its AI systems to the U.S. government for classified and unclassified work, marking an expansion beyond its Pentagon deal last month.
AI’s ‘boys’ club’ could widen the wealth gap for women, says Rana el Kaliouby
AI investor Rana el Kaliouby warns that if women are shut out of AI funding and leadership, the consequences will be grim.