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Perplexity Launches Comet AI Browser for iOS and iPadOS
Perplexity released its Comet AI browser for iOS and iPadOS on March 18, 2026, featuring built-in AI assistance and native ad blocking.
WhatsApp Launches Native App for Garmin Smartwatches
WhatsApp debuts its first dedicated smartwatch app for select Garmin devices, enabling message reading, replies, and reactions directly from the wrist.
Firefox 149 and 150 Add AI Kill Switch, Enhanced Privacy
Mozilla announces Firefox 149 and 150 will include an AI kill switch feature alongside enhanced privacy controls for users.
Spotify Launches Exclusive Mode for Bit-Perfect Audio on Windows
Spotify introduces Exclusive Mode on Windows, delivering bit-perfect audio quality for audiophiles seeking premium sound reproduction.
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.4 Mini and Nano Models for Speed
OpenAI released GPT-5.4 mini and nano models on March 17, 2026, optimized for faster performance and improved efficiency.
Intel Launches Core Ultra 200HX Plus Mobile Processors
Intel unveiled its Core Ultra 200HX Plus series mobile processors, targeting high-performance gaming laptops with enhanced Arrow Lake architecture.
GitHub Discovery App Surfaces Hidden Open-Source Projects
New application helps developers navigate GitHub's vast repository ecosystem to find overlooked open-source software projects.
Crimson Desert Fantasy RPG Launches This Week
Pearl Abyss's ambitious fantasy adventure game Crimson Desert prepares for global launch after years of development.
Proton Launches Born Private Program for Newborns
Proton introduces Born Private program to help parents protect their children's digital identities from birth through secure email services.
Debian 13.4 Released with Security Fixes and Bug Patches
Debian project releases version 13.4 for Trixie branch, delivering consolidated security patches and bug fixes for Linux systems.
OpenAI Confirms ChatGPT Ads Limited to US Users Only
OpenAI clarifies that ChatGPT advertisements on Free and Go plans remain US-exclusive despite privacy policy updates suggesting broader rollout.
XeniOS Emulator Brings Xbox 360 Games to iPhone and Mac
New XeniOS emulator enables Xbox 360 game compatibility on Apple devices through alpha build requiring sideloading.
Betterleaks Tool Scans Git Repos for Exposed Secrets
New open-source Betterleaks tool helps developers identify leaked credentials and API keys in code repositories using customizable detection rules.
Meta Drops Instagram E2E Encryption Support May 8
Meta will discontinue end-to-end encryption for Instagram chats after May 8, 2026, affecting user privacy protections.
Meta Acquires Moltbook AI Agent Social Network
Meta a terminé son acquisition de Moltbook, une plateforme sociale de style Reddit exclusivement conçue pour que les agents IA interagissent.
WhatsApp Launches Parent-Managed Accounts for Pre-Teens
WhatsApp rolled out parent-controlled accounts for children under 13, giving guardians oversight of contacts and group memberships.
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Changes 40-Year sudo Password Display
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS will show asterisks when typing sudo passwords, ending four decades of hidden password input tradition.
Meta Deploys AI-Powered Anti-Scam Tools Across Platforms
Meta launched new AI-driven scam protection systems on March 11, 2026, targeting fraudulent accounts across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Messenger.
Meta Disables 150,000 Scam Accounts in Southeast Asia
Meta shut down over 150,000 accounts linked to Southeast Asian scam operations through international law enforcement coordination.
NVIDIA unveils RTX Dynamic MFG at GDC 2026
NVIDIA announced RTX Dynamic Multi-Frame Generation and Mega Geometry Foliage rendering at GDC 2026 on March 10.
OpenAI Launches Codex Security AI Agent for Vulnerability Detection
OpenAI released Codex Security, an AI-powered security agent that automatically finds and fixes code vulnerabilities for enterprise customers.