Apple has rolled out the first developer beta of iOS 26.5, as well as iPadOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5. This release follows the stable versions of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 that became available just one week prior.
The iOS 26.5 beta 1 update includes minor changes and several bug fixes. According to the release notes, developers will notice new purchase options in the App...
Opera’s agentic browser now allows users to connect AI tools directly to their live browsing session, enabling access to tabs, interaction with pages, and real-time actions.
The integration promotes productivity by minimizing context switching and allows AI tools to automate tasks without requiring user manual input. This functionality is applicable to users of various AI tools, including ChatGPT...
A global credential-stealing operation known as Omnistealer has emerged from a GitHub repository and freelance job offers targeting blockchain developers. Security researchers indicate that Omnistealer has the potential to rival major cyberattacks like WannaCry.
The malware utilizes public blockchains not just for payments, but also as part of its delivery system. Once activated, it extracts...
TSMC’s advanced manufacturing capacity is fully booked through 2028, creating a significant supply bottleneck in the semiconductor industry. Major customers like Nvidia, Apple, AMD, and Qualcomm have reserved all slots for TSMC’s 2-nanometer process, while the 3-nm node has reached full utilization since entering mass production in late 2023.
The capacity crunch stems from explosive demand driven...
Leaked CAD-based renders of the Google Pixel 11 suggest a refined design and specifications ahead of its expected August unveiling. The standard Pixel 11 features smaller bezels and an oval-shaped camera island fully covered by glass, differing from its 2025 predecessor.
The anticipated changes may indicate a shift in Google’s design language, although the overall look remains consistent with...
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Sber has introduced a major update to its AI assistant GigaChat, which is now powered by the new flagship model GigaChat Ultra. The new version empowers the AI assistant to retain facts about users for more personalized communication and solutions,...
Researchers at Leiden University have developed 3D-printed microscopic robots that swim and navigate obstacles without sensors or electronic brains. This advancement signifies a shift in microrobotics, as these robots rely solely on their physical design and environmental interactions.
The findings were published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The microrobots feature soft...
Russian state-sponsored hackers have begun weaponizing the recently leaked DarkSword iOS exploit kit in a targeted spear-phishing campaign, their first known attempt to compromise Apple devices and iCloud accounts. Proofpoint disclosed the campaign, attributing it to TA446, also known as Callisto, COLDRIVER, and Star Blizzard, which is affiliated with Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB).
The...
Kyushu University and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz reported a quantum yield of approximately 130% in solar cell research, challenging previous limits on energy extraction from sunlight. This advancement utilizes a process called singlet fission, where a single photon generates two energy carriers, potentially reshaping photovoltaic technology.
The findings, published on March 25 in the...
Nvidia plans to unveil its Arm-based N1 and N1X system-on-chips for laptops at Computex in June 2026, marking its entry into the consumer laptop processor market. This launch will position Nvidia against established competitors Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm in a sector that ships approximately 150 million units per year.
The company has secured the Taipei International Convention Center from June 1 to...