IT News: Startups, AI, Business, Development

US lawmakers push ban on alleged hack-for-hire firms

The bipartisan request targets three Indian companies for alleged cyberattacks, espionage, and efforts to suppress reporting on their activities.
10.09.2026 13:03

Apple eyes foldable iPhone debut on September 9

The September 9 event is expected to feature a foldable iPhone, new iPhone 18 Pro models, and Apple’s first major launch under CEO John Ternus.
10.09.2026 12:03

Anthropic researcher quits over self-improving AI

Jacob Coxon said AI companies are pushing too fast toward systems that could improve themselves, as safety concerns spread inside labs and in government.
10.09.2026 11:03

Instinct gives its AI assistant an email address

The $2.5 billion startup says the feature will let its assistant handle sign-ups, follow-ups, and support tasks with less user input.
10.09.2026 10:03

What Is an Operating System and Why It Matters

A clear look at what an operating system is, how it works, and how it manages hardware, apps, memory, files, and security.
10.09.2026 09:03

Blockstream pauses Liquid Network after $340M theft

Most of the stolen bitcoin was later returned after a reported bug fix, but Liquid Network remains offline as Blockstream works on more security changes.
09.09.2026 13:03

Chrome shifts to two-week updates amid AI pressure

The new schedule starts with Chrome 153 and aims to speed up security patches and feature delivery as browser competition intensifies.
09.09.2026 12:03

OpenAI’s Astra puts opaque recurrence in focus

Researchers say the technique can improve efficiency, but it may also leave fewer readable clues about how an AI model reached its answer.
09.09.2026 11:03

Mistral raises €3B for its sovereign AI push

The French AI lab says the Series D round will fund compute, infrastructure, commercial growth and expansion across more markets.
09.09.2026 10:03

A Practical Guide to How to Set Up Data Backup

Learn how to set up data backup in a way that’s reliable and easy to maintain, with practical advice on storage, schedules, and recovery.
09.09.2026 09:03

Phil Schiller leaves App Store role amid profit push

Bloomberg says family and philanthropy played a part, but Schiller also had concerns that higher App Store margins could spark fresh conflict.
08.09.2026 13:03

Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone

Apple’s September 9 event may also bring iPhone 18 Pro models, while leaks point to HomePod updates and AirPods with cameras.
08.09.2026 12:03

Travis Kalanick’s Atoms moves toward robotaxis

After raising $1.7 billion, Atoms is reportedly planning hires, acquisitions, and talks with Uber as it explores a broader push into self-driving tech.
08.09.2026 11:03

Authors dispute claims in Anthropic settlement

Writers say publishers and some agents are seeking shares of Anthropic settlement payments, even when rights may have reverted years ago.
08.09.2026 10:03

How Cloud Storage Works in Everyday Use

A clear look at how cloud storage works, from syncing and backup to access, sharing, security, and using files across devices.
08.09.2026 09:03

Pentagon disables ad tracking on troops’ devices

The change covers military iPhones, Android devices, and Windows PCs after concerns that app location data could be used to target U.S. troops.
07.09.2026 13:03

OpenAI backs disclosure rules after wiki report

After a reported German wiki incident, OpenAI said AI misalignment can no longer stay a research issue and needs clearer disclosure standards.
07.09.2026 12:03

Mount Shasta rescue followed Gemini-planned hike

Three hikers on Mount Shasta were rescued after a day trip stretched overnight. Officials said the group had relied in part on Gemini for planning.
07.09.2026 11:03

Seattle Times and Newsday sue OpenAI and Microsoft

The publishers say AI tools trained on journalism could undercut the news business, even as Microsoft says it was surprised by the lawsuit.
07.09.2026 10:03

How Crawl Budget Affects SEO Performance

Understand crawl budget, why it matters for SEO, and how to help search engines focus on the pages that actually deserve attention.
07.09.2026 09:03

Suspected IDScan breach may expose 150 million IDs

A dark web site claimed access to passports and driver’s licenses from the US and Canada, putting fresh focus on how ID verification data is stored.
04.09.2026 12:03

Nvidia confirms Hugging Face deal for $12.93 billion

Nvidia says Hugging Face will remain open after the $12.93 billion acquisition, even as the deal deepens its reach across AI tools and infrastructure.
04.09.2026 11:03

Google rolls out WeatherNext 3 forecasts

Google says its new AI weather model will power Search, Maps and Gemini, with higher-resolution forecasts and hourly updates.
04.09.2026 10:03

Why an XML Sitemap Helps Search Engines Crawl

Understand what an XML sitemap does, how it supports crawling and SEO, and how to keep it accurate so search engines can find key pages.
04.09.2026 09:03

Norway considers curbs on camera smart glasses

Officials are reviewing whether wearables from companies like Meta and Snap need stricter limits, especially if facial recognition reaches public use.
03.09.2026 15:03

HiddenLayer raises $100M as AI security spending grows

The startup says ARR rose more than 10x in a year as companies look for tools to protect AI models, agents and workflows in production.
03.09.2026 14:03

John Ternus takes over as Apple CEO

Tim Cook moves to executive chairman as Apple hands the CEO role to hardware chief John Ternus ahead of a new iPhone launch and Siri AI changes.
03.09.2026 13:03

John Ternus hints at huge Apple launch next week

Apple’s new CEO made the remark just before the September 9 iPhone event, where a foldable iPhone and broader Siri AI rollout are rumored.
03.09.2026 12:03

Jio opens JioPC to all internet users in India

Reliance Jio has expanded JioPC beyond its own broadband users, pitching cloud-based computing as a cheaper way to keep older PCs useful.
03.09.2026 11:03

Florida and Texas cut ties with Flock cameras

Florida will remove cameras from state highways within 30 days, while Texas has told state agencies to stop funding the system.
03.09.2026 10:03