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GPT-5.6 is now the preferred model in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Learn how GPT-5.6 powers Microsoft 365 Copilot with stronger AI capabilities across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Chat, and Cowork for faster, higher-quality work.

Popular open source AI developer tool Ollama raises $65M, grows to nearly 9M users

Benchmark-backed Ollama has amassed 176,000 stars, and nearly 17,000 forks on Github by helping developers easily run AI on their PCs.

Character.ai enters the microdrama arena with its own productions, but there’s a twist

In an interesting twist that takes advantage of the company's core product, users can chat with these shows' characters, ask them questions, and even roleplay different storylines.

The Alienware AW3426DW is easily the best 34-inch ultrawide OLED I've ever used, and it's made me want to abandon my 45-inch monitor

The Alienware AW3426DW QD-OLED is the best 34-inch ultrawide I've ever used, hands down, and an easy choice for any gamer seeking greater immersion.

NordVPN expands scam text protection to all Android users worldwide

NordVPN has rolled out Message Protection to Android users worldwide, screening incoming SMS for scams and joining Call Protection in one unified screen.

FL Studio 2026 turns its AI chatbot into your assistant engineer

Last year, Image Line introduced Gopher for FL Studio, an AI chatbot that was basically a glorified instruction manual. You asked it how to do something, and it would serve up the relevant instructions. It's the kind of thing I actually use AI for on a semi-regular basis. But in the new release, Gop...

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Major second-hand retailer warns loss of physical PlayStation games will mean higher prices for consumers and 'fewer opportunities to shop around'

A major UK second hand retailer warns loss of physical PlayStation games will mean higher prices for shoppers.

‘The gap between AI ambition and infrastructure reality is widening’ Google Cloud report finds 83% of organizations must overhaul their infrastructure in order to maximize the agentic AI opportunity

Businesses are struggling to integrate agentic AI effectively, but Google's recommendations can help improve efficiency and reduce costs when implementing AI initiatives.

The EU AI Act deadline has moved, but data lineage can’t wait

Despite moving deadlines, data lineage remains crucial for AI initiatives.

Got ChatGPT’s new voice mode? Here's how to check — and 5 things you should try first

All ChatGPT users are getting access to the new AI voice model, and there's plenty you can do with it.

The Download: a nuclear landmark, and China eyes Nvidia chips

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US —Casey Crownhart I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This...

Nextcloud leaks 367K records — European cloud giant exposes staff and clients in major breach

A misconfigured cloud database spills secrets, but Nextcloud was quick to remedy.

Russia drops controversial VPN tax following technical delays and widespread backlash

Russian officials have officially scrapped a heavily criticized plan to tax international mobile data, removing a looming financial penalty for residents relying on VPNs to bypass state censorship.

Epilogue SN Operator Review: Super Nintendo Fun

Provided you have a library of SNES cartridges, the SN Operator is a seamless plug-and-play system for easy ’90s nostalgia.

Nandan Nilekani leaves GP role at Fundamentum as it launches $200M third fund

Nilekani remains Fundamentum's anchor investor as the firm expands its leadership team and targets AI and fintech startups in India.

This shapeshifting Dreo fan can be a pedestal fan, a desktop fan or an air circulator — I made full use of its extensive customization options in the recent heatwave

The Dreo Smart TurboPoly 765S is one versatile fan.

Starlink deployments on record pace

SpaceX is currently ahead of last year's record-setting pace for Starlink satellite deployments. SpaceX launched 1,589 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit in the first half of 2026, according to launch data compiled by Jonathan McDowell's satellite tracker, compared to 1,489 satellites deployed...

Analysts say that 'digital is just too lucrative' for Sony and that PlayStation 'will not reverse' its decision to end physical disc production even in the face of fans cancelling PS Plus subscriptions

Sony plans to end physical disc production in 2028, but despite pushback from fans, analysts suggest the PlayStation company won't reverse its decision.

'Samsung's first true PCIe 5.0 drive is the best there is:' 2TB 9100 Pro SSD gets a huge price cut at Amazon

The 2TB Samsung 9100 Pro delivers some of the fastest read and write speeds available from any consumer PCIe 5.0 SSD, and Amazon just cut the price.

Dell 14S Review: Higher Price, Better Quality

The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.

China warns users of alleged 'security backdoor vulnerabilities' in Anthropic's Claude Code, tells users to uninstall for sfaety reasons

China has accused Claude Code of spying on enterprises and tracking user locations – Anthropic asserts it's a security necessity.

Steam Deck too expensive? The Lenovo Legion Go S is back to its lowest-ever price on Amazon

If you're priced out of the Steam Deck or sick of waiting for stock updates, this record-low price for the Lenovo Legion Go S makes it an excellent alternative.

Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair Review: Just Right

The Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair gives you room to sit cross-legged, sideways, or however your body actually wants to sit.

'As good as it gets': You won't want to miss this Geekom A8 mini PC deal for office work, content creation, and 4K video editing

The diminutive desktop, with 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD gets big price cut at Amazon

Payloads used to dictate the terms of launch. That's finally changing.

"The Starship Pez dispenser demonstrates very smart industrial design and scale."

Data Centers Are Quietly Taking Over Texas. The Pollution Could Be Catastrophic

Thousands of new fossil-fuel power sources are quietly firing up across the state to power the AI boom, thanks to a regulatory loophole, leaving residents feeling blindsided.

The AI security paradox: Why are organizations trusting what they can’t fully see?

Businesses are racing to adopt and operationalize AI, but many are deploying the technology faster than they can govern it.

AI work slop: What is it & how can UK businesses protect themselves?

This article explores the impact of AI work slop on UK businesses and how it can be prevented.

Razer wants the Seiren V3 Pro to be the ultimate gaming mic, but you probably don’t need it

The Razer Seiren V3 Pro comes loaded with features for demanding users, but you’ve got to pay for the privilege.