WhatsApp Launches Security Overview to Help Users Spot Group Scams
WhatsApp's Security Overview feature displays group creator, admins, and permissions to help users identify potential scams.
Instagram Rolls Out New Creator Tools Including Post-Level Demographics and Viewer Insights
Instagram releases post-level demographics and viewer insights, giving creators specific audience data per post to inform content strategy.
Chrome Introduces iPhone-Style Swipe Animations: Try Them Now
Google Chrome now supports native iPhone-style swipe gestures for seamless back-and-forward navigation, creating a smoother, more intuitive browsing experience.
Microsoft Ends Windows 11 SE, Support to Conclude by October 2026
Microsoft discontinues Windows 11 SE support effective October 2026; schools must migrate devices before this date.
Reddit Sets Sights on Google, Plans to Become a Search Engine
Reddit plans to build its own search engine using its vast user discussions to directly challenge Google and surface authentic community answers.
Google May Allow Third-Party App Stores on Play Store
Google may allow sections within its Play Store dedicated to alternative app stores in response to regulatory pressure like the EU's DMA.
Google Launches Deep Think in Gemini App
Google launches DeepThink in Gemini, an AI feature designed for structured reasoning, complex problem-solving, and enhanced decision-making.
Mark Zuckerberg Hints at Meta’s Superintelligence Plans, But Full Open Source Not Guaranteed
Mark Zuckerberg confirms Meta's pursuit of AI superintelligence but states full open-source release for such systems is unlikely due to safety and competition.
New UPI Rules Effective August 1, 2025: Key Changes for Users
New UPI rules Aug 1, 2025: Lower P2P limits, 90-day mandate reconfirm, 4-hr AutoPay cooling period. Enhanced security.
UPI May Soon Support Face ID and Fingerprint Payments Without PIN
UPI will soon support Face ID and fingerprint payments using biometric authentication, replacing PINs for faster and more secure transactions.
Meta May Require Job Applicants to Use AI Tools in Coding Tests
Meta may require software job applicants to use AI tools in coding tests, aligning interviews with its internal AI-assisted development practices.
Jack Dorsey Unveils Bitchat: Offline Mesh Chat App for iPhone
Jack Dorsey launches Bitchat, an iPhone app enabling offline messaging via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi mesh networking with end-to-end encryption.