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Apple has a new and improved AirTag. Here's why I'm buying the old ones.

Business Insider - Jan 27, 2026 5:10am EST

Users seek alternate apps amid TikTok US as outage

TikTok users in the US face widespread outages affecting uploads and feeds, just days after the app's transition to a US-based joint venture. As TikTok addresses the power outage at a data center, alternative apps like Upscrolled see a surge in popularity.

Gulf News - Jan 27, 2026 4:44am EST

Can India be a player in the computer chip industry?

India is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in building up a computer chip industry.

BBC News - Jan 27, 2026 4:34am EST

Viral social media trend reminiscing about 2016 a gold mine for AI firms

Toronto Star - Jan 27, 2026 4:28am EST

This university campus is heated by an AI data center. Your home could be next

AI’s energy problem may also be its solution, as cities are increasingly exploring opportunities to repurpose excess heat from data centers.

CNBC - Jan 27, 2026 4:14am EST

How one teenager’s death could change how social media companies operate

Jools was 14 when he died. His parents still don’t know what happened. His mother, Ellen Roome, says the only stone left unturned that could have caused his death is social media.

Sky News - Jan 27, 2026 4:05am EST

Are your WhatsApp chats really private and protected? Lawsuit in US court says Meta can read

Filed on Friday in the US District Court in San Francisco, the lawsuit accuses Meta and its executives of making false claims about the security and privacy of WhatsApp chats, which the company has long marketed as fully encrypted and inaccessible even to Meta itself.

First Post - Jan 27, 2026 3:58am EST

Claude credited as co-creator of programming language Elo

Register UK - Jan 27, 2026 3:44am EST

Elon Musk says mission to Mars is backup for humanity

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has yet again explained why Mars is a crucial mission for humans. His SpaceX ambitions include multiple uncrewed missions to Mars that would lay groundwork for future human landings.

First Post - Jan 27, 2026 3:22am EST

Meta to test premium subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp

Meta is set to revolutionize its monetization strategy by testing premium subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Discover how exclusive features and AI tools could enhance user experience while keeping core apps free.

Gulf News - Jan 27, 2026 2:22am EST

Google Photos rolls out AI feature that transforms your images into memes: Here's how

According to Google, “Me Meme” is an experimental feature, so while it promises plenty of laughs, the results might not always be picture-perfect. The company even admits that generated images “may not perfectly match the original photo,” which is part of the fun.

First Post - Jan 27, 2026 2:09am EST

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch next month? Here is everything we know so far

Samsung is anticipated to unveil its next-gen flagship series — Samsung Galaxy S26 — on February 25, 2026. While the company is yet to officially announce the launch date, the leaks and rumours have unveiled the upcoming features, specs and price. Let’s take a look.

First Post - Jan 27, 2026 2:00am EST

France to phase out US video conferencing tools, launch own Visio app by 2027

According to the ministry, the French administration had become “overly dependent” on foreign video conferencing platforms, and stressed the need to ensure that official discussions and internal communications remain secure and sovereign.

First Post - Jan 27, 2026 1:42am EST

Microsoft Rolls Out Next Generation of AI Chips, Takes Aim At Nvidia's Software

Deccan Chronicle - Jan 27, 2026 1:36am EST

Cambridge's Zenith AI supercomputer gets £36m from government

The upgrade to Cambridge University's Dawn computer will help scientists research complex problems.

BBC News - Jan 27, 2026 1:27am EST

Nvidia Unveils AI Models For Faster, Cheaper Weather Forecasts

Deccan Chronicle - Jan 27, 2026 1:22am EST

Nvidia’s $2 Billion Investment In CoreWeave Is A Drop In A $250 Billion Bucket

Register UK - Jan 27, 2026 1:19am EST

California governor Gavin Newsom accuses TikTok of suppressing content critical of Trump

Guardian UK - Jan 27, 2026 12:18am EST

Is your PS5 ready for GTA VI? How to expand your games storage in the UAE

Don't get hit with 'Not enough space' when GTA VI launches

Gulf News - Jan 26, 2026 11:23pm EST

What is a Whoop? The cult fitness band causing a stir at Australian Open

A controversy during Carlos Alcaraz’s tennis match has shone a spotlight on the fitness trackers, which are widely used by professional athletes.

Sydney Morning Herald - Jan 26, 2026 10:19pm EST

TikTok denies censoring anti-ICE content, blames outage

Many TikTok users are concerned about potential political censorship under the app’s new U.S. ownership, after some users alleged difficulties uploading videos related to ICE, including content about the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man. NBC News’ Savannah Sellers reports TikTok is pushing back on those claims, saying the widespread disruptions or malfunctions were due to a power outage.

NBC News - Jan 26, 2026 9:00pm EST

French MPs take first step towards banning social media for under-15s

If the bill passes the upper house it could take effect by the start of France's new school year in September.

BBC News - Jan 26, 2026 8:33pm EST

FBI is investigating Minnesota Signal groups tracking ICE, Patel says

FBI Director Kash Patel made the statement after right-wing media figures said they joined the chats and claimed participants were obstructing law enforcement.

NBC News - Jan 26, 2026 8:19pm EST

Judge Delays Minnesota ICE Decision While Weighing Whether State Was Being Illegally Punished

Wired News - Jan 26, 2026 7:38pm EST