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Pico launches a spatial operating system and premium VR headset, challenging Apple's visionOS. The ByteDance-owned company's new hardware arrives this year, aiming for the high-end market.

AI chatbot Claude surges to US app charts' top spot, unseating ChatGPT amid Pentagon ethics dispute. Anthropic refused to weaken military AI safety protocols, driving user downloads.

IBM's QRadar SIEM faces critical security flaws allowing attackers to crash the system. Urgent updates are rolling out to patch multiple vulnerabilities in the enterprise security solution.

WhatsApp introduces global sponsored content in its "Updates" tab, expanding ads to channels and statuses. This move by Meta aims to monetize the messaging platform further.

Smartglasses spark privacy fears as European news highlights potential spy tool risks. Experts warn readily available tech could enable widespread surveillance.

Catalan startup Kloutit uses AI to combat e-commerce chargebacks, securing nearly 200 clients. The company now operates in nine countries, aiding platforms like Wallapop and Cabify.

Honor unveils its new foldable, the Magic V6, promising industry-leading thinness and battery life. The device, launching in the second half of the year, aims to redefine the foldable market with advanced display technology.

Swiss energy firm Alpiq transforms abandoned Spanish coal mines into giant hydroelectric "batteries." The €147M project repurposes former mining sites in El Bierzo for energy storage.

Honor's "Robot Phone" with a 200MP gimbal camera arrives this fall, but only in China. This device integrates a smartphone with a stabilized camera arm.

Tutorial shows how to build custom AI bots for Telegram, integrating models like Gemini or ChatGPT. Users can deploy their own AI assistants for anytime interaction.

Custom ROMs offer European users digital sovereignty, locking out Big Tech from smartphones. This empowers individuals to reclaim control over their mobile data and privacy.

Consumers reject AI-generated ads, viewing them as unreliable and less professional, especially for high-stakes purchases. This scientific finding challenges brands relying solely on AI for marketing campaigns.

Xiaomi launches the premium Watch 5, featuring Wear OS and advanced health tracking. Priced at €299....

VLC hits 6 billion downloads as the free, ad-free media player, born from a French university project, continues its reign. This milestone solidifies its status as a dominant force in video playback across platforms.

DARPA taps RTX for autonomous drone escorts to protect vulnerable ships from escalating maritime threats. This initiative aims to secure vital shipping lanes like the Bab el-Mandeb strait.

Google shutters AI photo app Pixel Studio after just two years. The generative AI tools, launched in 2024, will be removed as Google shifts focus.

Japan invests billions into Rapidus, a new semiconductor venture, aiming to reclaim global chip dominance. The government takes a major stake, signaling a strategic push to revive its tech industry after decades of decline.

Movistar Plus+ streams Goya-nominated films for €9. 99 monthly, offering a flexible, no-commitment digital entertainment option....

German data watchdogs urge EU lawmakers to abandon chat surveillance mandates in CSA regulation talks. They warn that mass monitoring and breaking end-to-end encryption imperil all citizens' communication security.

AI firms like OpenAI are scrambling after early access to chilling messages revealed users planning violent attacks. This raises urgent questions about AI's role in preventing real-world crime.