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1. How to use your Samsung Galaxy phone to wirelessly charge other devices

   Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 23:30 IST

   If you're in desperate need of power, lots of newer Samsung phones can wirelessly charge other devices.

2. Attackers Use Microsoft Teams IT Support Scams to Deploy Malware and Ransomware

   The Hacker News · 26 Oct 2026, 21:22 IST · High severity

   Cybersecurity researchers are calling attention to what they say is a "recurring social engineering pattern" across hundreds of cases in which threat actors use Microsoft Teams' external chat creation feature to conduct impersonation...

3. PHP Issues Second Windows Security Update in Five Days to Fix Brotli Code Execution Flaw

   The Hacker News · 26 Oct 2026, 23:15 IST · Medium severity

   PHP has rebuilt its official Windows packages for PHP 8.2 through 8.5 to fix CVE-2026-111497, a flaw in the Brotli compression library that the packages include. The flaw can let an attacker corrupt memory and potentially run code. PHP...

4. Goldman’s Pasquariello says the tech sell-off raises doubts about AI stocks

   TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 23:10 IST

   Hedge funds sold tech stocks at their fastest pace in two years during last Thursday’s rout, Goldman Sachs’ Tony Pasquariello told clients, Bloomberg reported. The Nasdaq 100 fell 2.9% that day. He expects the bull market to continue,...

5. Serbian autocrat loses election following widespread reports of digital repression

   The Record by Recorded Future · 26 Oct 2026, 23:00 IST · Medium severity

   Serbian strongman leader Aleksandar Vučić on Sunday admitted defeat in his race for prime minister, a loss that follows a series of incidents of digital repression that galvanized the opposition.

6. Former GitHub CEO launches rival platform built for AI coding agents

   GeekWire · 26 Oct 2026, 23:07 IST

   Entire CEO Thomas Dohmke, speaking last month at Madrona’s IA40 Summit in Seattle, says AI agents have made code review a much bigger bottleneck for developers. (GeekWire Photo / Todd Bishop) A startup led by former GitHub CEO Thomas...

7. Faraday Future spins its robot business into a separate Nasdaq company

   TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:57 IST

   Faraday Future has completed the sale of its robotics business to FF EAI Robotics Ecosystem (FFR), which trades on Nasdaq, in an all-share deal valued at about $200M. Founder YT Jia becomes FFR’s CEO. FFR expects October shipments above...

8. Instagram wants you to watch 90-minute videos on your TV

   Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 23:06 IST

   Instagram wants you to watch 90-minute videos on your TV

9. This startup’s self-driving excavators help dig up $600M in new funding

   TechCrunch · 26 Oct 2026, 23:15 IST

   Bedrock Robotics, which is now valued at $4.1 billion, is particularly focused on autonomous excavators, in part because of a growing shortage of skilled operators.

10. Pennsylvania will require labels on misleading AI ads, with $3,000 fines

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:47 IST

    Advertisers in Pennsylvania will have to label ads that use AI to mislead consumers about what they are selling. Governor Josh Shapiro approved the Artificial Intelligence Deceptive Advertising Act on 22 October, and it became Act 99 of...

11. Apple acknowledges iPhone Duo display ‘issue’ after reports of cracked screens

    The Verge · 26 Oct 2026, 22:58 IST

    Following reports of iPhone Duos with cracked and broken inside screens, often showing a bright line running from the center to the right side, Apple says in a statement to Bloomberg and 9to5Mac that it's aware of "an issue impacting...

12. The RealReal won’t let AI agents hog designer clothing

    The Verge · 26 Oct 2026, 23:00 IST

    The RealReal, a secondhand luxury fashion consignment retailer, said it's updating its bot defense system, effectively making it harder for AI agents to shop on its site. The change comes days after The Verge reported that an AI agent...

13. Tesla makes another joke of its Robotaxi geofence expansion

    Electrek · 26 Oct 2026, 22:53 IST

    Tesla expanded its Robotaxi service area in Houston today, and it shaped the new geofence like a rocket. Plenty of people on X see something else in it, which is fair given the phallic Austin map Tesla posted in 2025. It’s a cute nod to...

14. Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo hit by early reports of cracking screens

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:41 IST

    A growing number of iPhone Duo owners say the inner screen cracked along the crease soon after purchase, Bloomberg reported. It appears to affect a minority of units. iFixit suspects a hinge part presses on the screen.

15. Open source keyboard lets you swap parts like magnetic Legos

    The Register · 26 Oct 2026, 22:55 IST

    The world is full of different keyboard layouts, but if you want one that's completely customized, down to the individual key, there's a new open source project that uses magnets to hold interchangeable pieces together. Keybytes is an...

16. Dutch government to cut 16 percent of workforce as part of AI efficiency push

    Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 22:43 IST

    The cabinet announced that it wants to get rid of 25,000 full-time jobs by 2035.

17. Cybertruck driver stopped in Germany, “Monster truck” not allowed on roads

    Electrek · 26 Oct 2026, 22:43 IST

    A Tesla Cybertruck was pulled over while driving in Germany, a reminder that the vehicle is generally not legal on European roads.

18. Ciena CEO who survived the telecom bust tells WSJ the AI boom is different

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:27 IST

    Gary Smith has been Ciena CEO since May 2001, and led the company through the telecom crash that followed the fibre boom. He says today’s AI build-out is a different kind of cycle, the optical networking company’s chief executive told...

19. Anthropic files S-1 paperwork for blockbuster AI IPO

    SiliconANGLE · 26 Oct 2026, 21:20 IST

    Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic PBC filed papers today for an initial public offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, putting it on track for what will likely be the biggest stock market debut of an AI...

20. Starlink Restrictions Explained: What Enterprises Can Learn

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 22:38 IST

    Ukraine says Starlink service has been restored after days of disruption. The incident highlights why enterprises need tested, independent backup systems. The post Starlink Restrictions Explained: What Enterprises Can Learn appeared...

21. Microsoft reportedly offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as an attempt to trim costs

    Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 22:40 IST · Unconfirmed

    Microsoft reportedly offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as an attempt to trim costs

22. Five weird details from Anthropic’s IPO filing

    The Verge · 26 Oct 2026, 22:40 IST

    Anthropic has finally filed its S-1 prospectus with the SEC, a document designed to give investors a look under the hood of its business, from how much its executives are making and plans for spending its IPO billions to the risks that...

23. Anthropic tells IPO investors it could be targeted over its AI safety views

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:18 IST

    Anthropic has warned would-be investors that its views on AI safety could make it a political target. The warning is in the risk factors of its S-1 registration statement. The company made it public on Monday, setting out its plans for...

24. Instagram tests 90-minute horizontal videos called Features

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:19 IST

    Instagram has started testing a new format for long, horizontal videos called Features. Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri and product chief Tessa Lyons announced the test on Monday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adam Mosseri...

25. Reddit's r/opensource bans AI slop, and quite a few humans for good measure

    The Register · 26 Oct 2026, 22:30 IST

    Reddit's r/opensource community has declared war on AI-generated software by introducing a sweeping set of new rules that also manage to shut out solo developers, newcomers, and anyone who doesn't speak English. The crackdown ,...

26. Big Tech is trying to make AI morally good by turning to religion. Experts weigh in

    Fast Company Tech · 26 Oct 2026, 22:00 IST

    As tech companies race to build the most powerful artificial intelligence , some are also asking how to teach a chatbot right from wrong . “These are not questions a lab can answer,” Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah said earlier this...

27. Fitbit Edge review: Google strikes the right balance

    Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 22:30 IST

    Want a beautiful tracker with a screen but don't want AI on your wrist? The Fitbit Edge is perfect for you.

28. Here's how much it would cost to build a PC similar to the Xbox Series X

    Engadget · 26 Oct 2026, 22:15 IST

    An Xbox Series X isn't cutting-edge tech anymore, but it's still costly to build a similar PC due to high part prices.

29. The Sony WH-1000XM4C bring back a beloved headphone design

    The Verge · 26 Oct 2026, 22:15 IST

    With only minor changes, the XM4C is more of a re-release than a refresh of the XM4. When Sony announced the WH-1000XM4C headphones, I was perplexed. A product revamp usually includes at least one or two significant improvements.

30. SpaceX locks in $40B GPU financing deal with Apollo

    TechCrunch · 26 Oct 2026, 22:16 IST

    SpaceX has locked in a binding commitment for roughly $40 billion in financing to pay for AI chips and related data center equipment, the company disclosed in a regulatory filing Monday. In a statement, SpaceX called it the “largest...

31. Anthropic’s IPO filing reveals its strategy for keeping enterprise customers hooked

    TechCrunch · 26 Oct 2026, 22:19 IST

    Anthropic’s S-1 shows more than half of its $100,000-plus customers now use both the Claude Platform and a first-party app, a cross-selling playbook reminiscent of Amazon that’s making enterprise customers stickier.

32. Ukraine disputes Musk's claims of Starlink misuse as military connectivity restored

    The Record by Recorded Future · 26 Oct 2026, 22:10 IST · Medium severity

    Ukrainian Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara said Saturday that Starlink and Starshield connectivity had been restored.

33. Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 employees, about a quarter of its staff

    TNW · 26 Oct 2026, 22:04 IST

    Amy Coleman, Microsoft’s chief people officer, announced the Voluntary Exit Offer in a memo to employees on Monday. It is open to eligible staff in participating teams in Canada, India, the UK and the US, at level 70 and below on...

34. Samsung One UI 9 Battery Complaints Show Why Users Are Wary of Software Updates

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 19:56 IST

    Samsung Galaxy owners report battery drain after One UI 9, raising questions about software update reliability, user trust, and enterprise security. The post Samsung One UI 9 Battery Complaints Show Why Users Are Wary of Software...

35. Greece Passes Under-15 Social Media Ban Starting January

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 20:09 IST

    Greece’s under-15 social media ban starts Jan. Learn who is affected, how age checks will work, and what users should know about privacy. The post Greece Passes Under-15 Social Media Ban Starting January appeared first on TechRepublic .

36. Anthropic Hands Over Agent Skills Standard Used by 70+ Platforms

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 20:25 IST

    Anthropic moves Agent Skills to the Agentic AI Foundation. Learn what the handover means for IT teams, workflow portability, compatibility, and security. The post Anthropic Hands Over Agent Skills Standard Used by 70+ Platforms appeared...

37. Will Your iPhone or Android Change Time on Nov. 1? Check These Settings Before Sunday

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 20:33 IST

    Most phones should adjust automatically on Nov. 1, but new Canadian time-zone rules could affect some devices. Here's what iPhone and Android users should check.

38. SIMBA Could Lose Singapore Telecom Licence: What Customers Should Know

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 21:04 IST

    Singapore's SIMBA faces potential licence suspension after alleged spectrum violations. Here's what the investigation means for mobile customers. The post SIMBA Could Lose Singapore Telecom Licence: What Customers Should Know appeared...

39. Block Previews Dessa, an AI Voice Model Trained Without Text

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 21:10 IST

    Block previews Dessa, a voice AI model trained without text. Explore its local hardware claims, safety risks, and what businesses should assess next. The post Block Previews Dessa, an AI Voice Model Trained Without Text appeared first...

40. iPhone Duo Gets 5/10 for Repairability as iFixit Probes Screen Failures

    TechRepublic · 26 Oct 2026, 21:34 IST

    iFixit gives the iPhone Duo a provisional 5/10 repair score while investigating screen failures. See hinge concerns, $999 repairs, and tips for owners. The post iPhone Duo Gets 5/10 for Repairability as iFixit Probes Screen Failures...