Google fixes a major security flaw for Pixel users with its August patch The latest Pixel update addresses security and stability issues across devices. Android Central · Aug 5, 2025
OpenAI takes on Meta and DeepSeek with free and customisable AI models Developer of ChatGPT says new tools will be ‘for wide benefit’, echoing announcement by Mark Zuckerberg The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2025
Google just fixed two high-severity Qualcomm bugs used by hackers in their attacks — update your Android phone right now The Android August security patch fixes two Qualcomm bugs that have been exploited by hackers in the wild. Tom’s Guide · Aug 5, 2025
Will the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold get cheaper when the Pixel 10 Pro Fold launches? Google's new foldable is set to be revealed in just a few weeks; what does this mean for last year's expensive Pixel 9 Pro Fold? Android Central · Aug 5, 2025
When we need it most, search sucks I can't believe how hard it is to find an email in 2025. PC Gamer · Aug 5, 2025
Genie 3 Is Here: DeepMind's AI That Literally Shifts the Rules of the Game Inside Its Simulations Google DeepMind's Genie 3 AI creates realistic virtual worlds from text prompts, potentially revolutionising robot training and bringing artificial general intelligence closer to reality. International Business Times UK · Aug 5, 2025
'We didn't vote for ChatGPT': Prime Minister of Sweden admits he uses AI chatbots for 'second opinions' and an awful lot of people are not happy about it Ulf Kristersson caused a stir with his admission that he uses chatbots to help with decisions "quite often." PC Gamer · Aug 5, 2025
Tech’s trillion-dollar binge, Palantir’s empire and women’s privacy under attack From an AI spending wave to Palantir’s deepening ties with the US government, tech’s power is expanding – but for many women, safety online is further out of reach The Guardian - US · Aug 5, 2025
Sharp Words from Judge in Google AI Copyright Case From today's Order Amending Case Schedule by Judge Eumi Lee (N.D. Cal.) in In re Google Generative AI Copyright Litigation:… The post Sharp Words from Judge in Google AI Copyright Case appeared first on Reason.com. Reason · Aug 5, 2025
Gemini's AI storybook update brings a new level of imagination to bedtime Google's latest Gemini update launches AI-illustrated storybook generation for users. Android Central · Aug 5, 2025
TRO Orders Removal of Allegations of DMCA Takedown Fraud and of Forged Court Order Submission—but … ... there had seemingly indeed been suspicious DMCA takedown requests targeting criticism of plaintiffs, though it's not clear whether they were submitted with the plaintiffs' approval. Reason · Aug 5, 2025
Report alleges Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4 shipping delays over 'issues' A report claimed that a few of Google's upcoming devices could see grueling shipping delays following launch. Android Central · Aug 5, 2025
Amazon may bring ads to Alexa+ in least surprising move ever A new report claims Amazon could bring advertising to Alexa Plus. Tom’s Guide · Aug 5, 2025
From OpenAI to Nvidia, researchers agree: AI agents have a long way to go The speakers at the Agentic AI Summit, which took place at UC Berkeley, had plenty of optimism to share, even if today's agents don't yet live up to the massive hype. Fortune · Aug 5, 2025
Tom’s Guide · Aug 5, 2025 One UI 8 could make setting your Samsung Galaxy phone up much simpler — here’s how A recent report has indicated that Samsung could allow users to select their navigation process when first setting up their phones, rather than having to hunt through the settings later.
TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025 Google's new Pixel Buds, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold might arrive later than expected Made By Google 2025 is just around the corner, but some of the tech launching from it might be further away than we had realized.
Benzinga · Aug 5, 2025 Waymo's Expansion Spooks Uber — Is Lyft The Smarter AV Play? When Alphabet Inc‘s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Waymo announced a robotaxi rollout in Dallas via Avis without Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER), investors got nervous, sending Uber shares into a mini tailspin. But while Uber scurried, LYFT Inc (NASDAQ:LYFT) quietly stuck to its playbook: smart partnerships, controlled risk, and expansion without drama.
TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025 Google says it will switch off energy-heavy AI usage at critical points if needed AI usage is placing serious strain on energy grids - and Google wants to improve this.
Android Central · Aug 5, 2025 The Back To School Chromebook deals are here, and the Lenovo Duet 11 is totally worth the investment It's not one of the greatest Chromebooks ever. But for a student on the go, it's just right, and the price tag is perfect.
PC Gamer · Aug 5, 2025 DeepMind CEO makes big brain claims, saying AGI could be here within 'five to 10 years' and cause humanity to experience widespread change that's '10 times bigger than the Industrial Revolution, and maybe 10 times faster' I'm not getting my hopes up though.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2025 Google says its new ‘world model’ could train AI robots in virtual warehouses Genie 3 is latest step towards human-level artificial general intelligence, tech company claims
Fortune · Aug 5, 2025 OpenAI does away with feature that made ChatGPT conversations discoverable by Google The decision comes after alert to privacy concerns.
Fortune · Aug 5, 2025 Gen Z is ditching college for 'more secure' trade jobs—but office admin jobs are still the safest bet for non-grads New research has revealed the safest jobs that the millions of unemployed non-grad Gen Z can apply for—and office admin roles have come out on top despite the current AI headwinds.
Euronews · Aug 5, 2025 The cyber gulag: How Russia tracks, censors, and controls its citizens online Going online in Russia can be frustrating, complicated, and even dangerous.
TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025 'Your sleep tracking just got more accurate,' that's why your Fitbit now says you're awake more in the night “Your sleep tracking just got more accurate,” according to Fitbit, this is the first in a “series of upcoming improvements” to sleep tracking.