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AMD’s latest 25.9.1 driver brings its FSR 4 AI‑upscaling and frame‑generation technology to the majority of games that already support FSR 3.1 with DirectX 12. By toggling a setting in the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition app, users can force FSR 4, which leverages machine‑learning, to replace the older implementation. The update officially adds support for more than 85 titles, including recent releases such as Cyberpunk 2077, Ghost of Tsushima, and F1 25. AMD positions FSR 4 as a significant leap forward and a direct competitor to Nvidia’s DLSS 4.Leggi di più

Hackers orchestrated what is likely the largest supply‑chain attack ever 2 billion weekly npm downloads, compromising nearly two dozen open‑source packages. The breach began with a phishing email that tricked maintainer "Qix" into revealing his two‑factor authentication credentials. Within an hour, malicious code was added to dozens of packages, enabling the theft of cryptocurrency by monitoring transactions and redirecting payments to attacker‑controlled wallets. Researchers say the targeted selection of foundational JavaScript libraries vastly expands the attack’s reach across the ecosystem.Leggi di più

U.S. District Judge William Alsup has refused to give preliminary approval to a record‑breaking $1.5 billion settlement that Anthropic reached with a class of authors alleging the AI company used pirated works to train its large language models. Alsup said the deal was “nowhere close to complete” and raised concerns about inadequate notice to class members, a vague list of works, and the lack of a clear opt‑in process. He gave the parties a deadline to submit a finalized list of works by September 15 and required court‑approved notice and claim forms by early October before any settlement can move forward.Leggi di più

Vodafone is experimenting with an AI-generated character that appears as a German‑speaking woman in a red hoodie to promote its high‑speed home internet services. The AI figure has been featured in multiple TikTok videos posted on the company’s official account, collectively drawing over  2 million views, and the clips have also run as ads on X. Vodafone says the test is part of broader advertising experiments, emphasizing the growing role of AI in everyday marketing. Industry observers note that such AI spokespeople raise questions about transparency, brand safety and consumer trust.Leggi di più

OpenAI has rolled out a new conversation‑branching feature for ChatGPT on the web. The tool lets users create a new chat thread from any prior message, preserving the original dialogue while exploring alternative directions. It is available now to logged‑in users without a paywall, and is intended to make brainstorming, multi‑option planning, and iterative revisions easier. The feature has been described as a small but impactful addition that mirrors version‑control concepts for conversational AI.Leggi di più

Google is reportedly weighing a shift from its traditional list‑of‑links search results to an AI‑driven "AI Mode" that offers conversational answers powered by Gemini. Lead product manager Logan Kilpatrick hinted at the possibility, while Google Search vice‑president Robby Stein cautioned against reading too much into the comments. Publishers have already noted traffic declines from AI Overviews that answer queries without clicks, and a default AI Mode could amplify those effects. The company continues to promote AI Mode through a dedicated homepage and reports millions of active users, signaling a potential strategic pivot for how users discover information online.Leggi di più

IFA 2025 showcased a parade of off‑beat technology, from a chess‑playing robot on the X Sense stand to an AI‑driven ironing machine that blasts garments with high‑speed air. A self‑flushing cat toilet from Petgugu promised litter‑free living, while Eufy introduced a stair‑climbing robot that ferries vacuums between floors. Switchbot rounded out the lineup with AI companion robots Noa and Niko, designed solely for companionship. The show highlighted how AI and robotics are venturing into niche, sometimes whimsical, consumer products.Leggi di più

Four current and former Meta employees have come forward, alleging that the company has limited internal research on the potential harms of its virtual reality products for children and teens. They say Meta’s legal team reviewed and sometimes blocked studies after earlier disclosures by whistleblower Frances Haugen. Meta disputes the claim, noting it has approved many Reality Labs studies and introduced parental controls. The allegations will be discussed at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on hidden harms. In a related development, the former head of security at WhatsApp has filed a lawsuit accusing the platform of ignoring privacy and security concerns.Leggi di più

In a recent court filing, Google stated that advertising on the open web is experiencing a rapid decline, a characterization the company later contested as a misreading of its remarks. Google clarified that the decline refers specifically to open‑web display ads, not the health of the web itself, emphasizing growth in non‑open‑web formats such as connected TV, retail media, and in‑app advertising. The filing also highlighted a 45 percent rise in indexable web content since 2023, a metric Google cites to argue that the web remains vibrant despite advertising shifts. Critics argue the decline signals changing incentives for Google’s search and AI services.Leggi di più

Gartner analysts forecast that by 2030 every IT task will involve artificial intelligence, a shift from today’s 81 percent of work that proceeds without AI. They anticipate that a quarter of IT workloads will be fully automated by bots, while the majority will be performed by humans aided by AI. Despite the automation surge, Gartner sees limited job displacement, noting only 1 percent of current IT job losses stem from AI and warning that entry‑level positions may feel the greatest impact. The firm argues the overall effect will be transitional rather than catastrophic.Leggi di più

Apple detailed the upcoming iOS 26 operating system, highlighting a new "Liquid Glass" translucent design, a revamped Phone app with Hold Assist, live translation across Phone, FaceTime and Messages, spam‑filtering for unknown senders, and Visual Intelligence that lets users search for items seen on screen. The update also restores Photos tabs, adds customizable lock‑screen options, and introduces new AirPods capabilities such as studio‑quality audio recording and remote camera control. iPadOS 26 will receive the same design overhaul and optional multitasking windows. The preview sets expectations for the iPhone launch scheduled for September 9.Leggi di più

Google announced that its AI Mode chatbot, integrated into Search, is now available in Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean and Brazilian Portuguese. The expansion follows a rapid rollout that began with an English‑only version, later opened to the United States, the United Kingdom and India, and now reaches users in more than 180 countries. The update leverages Google’s custom Gemini 2.5 Pro model and adds deeper multimodal and reasoning capabilities. While the company claims the web remains stable, a recent court filing acknowledges a rapid decline in open‑web traffic, a development publishers hope the multilingual AI features may help mitigate.Leggi di più

Vodafone released a commercial featuring an AI-generated avatar as the spokesperson, describing the effort as an experiment in using artificial intelligence for advertising. The company said it is testing different styles of advertising with AI, noting the technology’s growing presence in everyday life. This follows a previous AI-generated ad from last year that attracted controversy, and reflects a broader trend of brands exploring virtual influencers and deepfake technology.Leggi di più

Amazon Music has introduced AI‑generated weekly playlists that adapt to each listener’s "preferences and mood." Using Amazon’s Bedrock generative AI platform, the service curates a mix of familiar favorites, recent hits, and new discoveries, delivering playlists with catchy names such as "Empowerment Anthems" and "Melodic Flex." The feature, described by General Manager Ryan Redington as a new way to help fans connect with music that resonates, is currently limited to U.S. users and drops each Monday. It joins a broader push by streaming services toward AI‑driven personalization.Leggi di più

Uber has partnered with Chinese autonomous‑vehicle firm Momenta to launch a robotaxi pilot in Munich, Germany. The service, slated for 2026, will use Momenta's Level 4 self‑driving technology integrated with Uber’s ride‑sharing platform. Safety drivers will initially be on board while the companies seek German certification for geofenced operations. The move follows a wave of autonomous‑vehicle testing across Europe and reflects Uber’s shift toward partnerships after ending its own self‑driving car program.Leggi di più

Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, along with new AirPods and Apple Watches, at its next event. While the hardware upgrades generate excitement, the company's recent AI efforts have drawn criticism. Apple introduced Apple Intelligence at last year’s WWDC, yet many promised features arrived quietly or were delayed, and a smarter Siri remains pending. Competitors such as Google, Samsung, and Microsoft have moved faster in embedding AI across devices. A recent CNET survey showed only a small fraction of U.S. users upgrade phones solely for AI, and some users have already expressed frustration with Apple’s visual‑intelligence controls. The upcoming launch will test whether Apple can balance hardware appeal with a more credible AI narrative.Leggi di più

Rabbit Inc. announced a major software overhaul for its R1 AI device, introducing RabbitOS 2, a touch‑centric operating system that reshapes the user interface and adds new capabilities. Founder and CEO Jesse Lyu acknowledged previous shortcomings and highlighted the shift from a voice‑only experience to a hybrid touch and voice model, including on‑screen conversation flow, mute buttons, and a tile‑based app launcher. The update also brings the Creations feature, allowing users to generate custom code and share creations. The move aims to address criticism about the device’s utility in a smartphone‑dominated market in which dedicated AI gadgets have struggled to find a clear niche.Leggi di più

Google has updated its Gemini support page to specify how many prompts, tokens, and media outputs users can access on each tier. Free users receive a limited number of daily prompts and media generations, while AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers enjoy substantially higher caps. The clarification also details context‑window sizes and the availability of Deep Think reports, image creation, video generation, and audio overviews for each plan.Leggi di più

Google has launched a new Preferred Sources feature in the United States and India that lets users select specific news sites to appear more frequently in Top Stories and a dedicated "From your sources" section. The option is accessed via a plus or star icon next to Top Stories, or through a preferences page. While the tool aims to give readers more control, media experts warn it could reinforce echo chambers and reduce traffic for publishers that lack loyal audiences. The rollout follows a Labs experiment where half of participants added four or more sources.Leggi di più

Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant now supports a sprawling set of commands that let users control smart home devices, manage media, handle daily tasks, and interact with a wide range of Amazon services. The expanded command library works across Echo speakers, Echo Show displays, Fire TV devices, and even in‑car Echo Auto, giving users more natural conversational ways to adjust lighting, set reminders, shop, order rides, and access entertainment. By integrating with third‑party skills and popular platforms such as SmartThings, Philips Hue, and Ring, Alexa continues to deepen its role as a central hub for connected living.Leggi di più