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Google DeepMind unveils GenCeption to transform video AI into vision models

Google DeepMind unveils GenCeption to transform video AI into vision models

Google DeepMind's GenCeption model utilizes video generation technology to perform traditional computer vision tasks, aiming to replace specialized systems.

Technology ·19 Jul 2026, 12:36 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung Launches The Freestyle+ AI Smart Projector

Samsung Launches The Freestyle+ AI Smart Projector

The third-generation Freestyle+ portable projector features 430 ISO lumens of brightness and AI-driven tools for automatic keystone and color correction.

Technology ·18 Jul 2026, 04:34 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Caviar unveils gold-plated Messi and Ronaldo limited-edition smartphones

Caviar unveils gold-plated Messi and Ronaldo limited-edition smartphones

Caviar has released a 19-unit limited collection of modified smartphones featuring artistic materials to celebrate football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Technology ·17 Jul 2026, 15:05 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
1Password for Claude lets AI sign in without seeing your passwords

1Password for Claude lets AI sign in without seeing your passwords

1Password has launched an integration with Anthropic's Claude that enables AI-driven browser automation while keeping credentials encrypted and secure.

Technology ·17 Jul 2026, 13:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Google Vids adds personal AI avatars and Gemini Omni video editing

Google Vids adds personal AI avatars and Gemini Omni video editing

Google Vids has evolved into a full video creation platform featuring personalized digital avatars and multimodal AI editing powered by Gemini Omni.

Technology ·17 Jul 2026, 08:04 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Pro Jank Footy launches August 12

Pro Jank Footy launches August 12

Pro Jank Footy launches August 12

Technology ·17 Jul 2026, 07:36 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Google AI search poses unacceptable risks to children, report finds

Google AI search poses unacceptable risks to children, report finds

A report by the Youth AI Safety Institute documents failures in Google's AI search tools regarding crisis detection, content accuracy, and academic integrity. The institute recommends that Google disable these features by default for all minor accounts.

Technology ·17 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Suno scraped millions of songs from YouTube and other platforms via hack

Suno scraped millions of songs from YouTube and other platforms via hack

A security breach at Suno has confirmed the systematic scraping of millions of audio files and lyrics for training its AI models. The leaked internal logs provide new evidence for record labels currently suing the company over alleged copyright infringement.

Technology ·16 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Splunk and Zoom release security patches for critical vulnerabilities

Splunk and Zoom release security patches for critical vulnerabilities

Splunk, Zoom, and several major web browsers have issued urgent security updates to address critical vulnerabilities, including some with public exploit code.

Technology ·16 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Once Upon a Katamari launches on Switch 2 with new DLC on October 8

Once Upon a Katamari launches on Switch 2 with new DLC on October 8

Bandai Namco is bringing the latest Katamari entry to the Nintendo Switch 2 with improved graphics, frame rates, and exclusive mouse controls. This release coincides with the multi-platform launch of the streamer-themed Rolling LIVE Highlights expansion.

Technology ·16 Jul 2026, 14:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Sandia researchers develop crystal sensors for intense fusion environments

Sandia researchers develop crystal sensors for intense fusion environments

Sandia National Laboratories has engineered robust crystal-based sensors to overcome diagnostic failures caused by intense electromagnetic interference.

Technology ·16 Jul 2026, 01:36 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Google to distribute third-party app stores in Play Store starting July 22

Google to distribute third-party app stores in Play Store starting July 22

Google is opening its Play Store catalog to competing third-party storefronts in the United States. This shift requires stores to meet security and administrative criteria while allowing developers to manage their distribution settings.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 20:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Microsoft deletes user’s 25-year-old account after hacking incident

Microsoft deletes user’s 25-year-old account after hacking incident

A Dutch streamer lost his 25-year-old account, including personal photos and a large digital game library, after Microsoft permanently suspended it following a hack.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 18:34 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Apple releases iOS 27 public beta featuring revamped Siri AI assistant

Apple releases iOS 27 public beta featuring revamped Siri AI assistant

The iOS 27 public beta is now available, introducing a major overhaul to Siri with advanced AI capabilities and deep system integration across Apple devices.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 17:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Galaxy S26 series receives One UI 9.0 Beta 4 update with bug fixes

Galaxy S26 series receives One UI 9.0 Beta 4 update with bug fixes

The fourth beta for the Galaxy S26 series, based on Android 17, focuses on performance refinements and stability patches. It prepares the flagship lineup for its transition to a stable public release.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 15:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
RRS Sir David Attenborough scientists depart to study Greenland ice melt

RRS Sir David Attenborough scientists depart to study Greenland ice melt

Scientists are embarking on a five-year mission to determine if melting Greenland glaciers could trigger a collapse of vital Atlantic Ocean currents. Using advanced autonomous technology, the team aims to develop an early-warning system for abrupt climate changes.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 14:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung teases Galaxy Watch with enhanced battery and AI health features

Samsung teases Galaxy Watch with enhanced battery and AI health features

Samsung has officially teased its upcoming Galaxy Watch lineup, highlighting a shift toward intelligent, AI-driven wellness tracking and improved battery performance.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 11:38 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced day one DLC earns Ubisoft $1 million

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced day one DLC earns Ubisoft $1 million

While Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced achieved a record-breaking 2 million copies sold in its first 24 hours, its aggressive day-one monetization strategy has triggered significant community backlash.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 10:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
OpenAI developing portable, screenless smart speaker with moving parts

OpenAI developing portable, screenless smart speaker with moving parts

OpenAI is branching into physical hardware with a new screenless, mobile smart speaker designed with Jony Ive to act as a proactive AI home companion.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 07:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Scientists sail to Greenland to study glacier melt impact on ocean currents

Scientists sail to Greenland to study glacier melt impact on ocean currents

An international team is using autonomous technology to study Greenland's ice loss and its potential to disrupt global ocean circulation. The GIANT project aims to develop early warning models for glacier collapse.

Technology ·15 Jul 2026, 05:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read