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BYD explores autonomous vehicle deployment and R&D plans in the UAE
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has confirmed it is in early-stage discussions with authorities in the United Arab Emirates about deploying autonomous vehicles and setting up a local research and development centre. According to…
Instagram clarifies password reset email issue amid data theft reports
Instagram has issued a clarification after a wave of unexpected password reset emails alarmed users and prompted speculation about a possible data breach. The company said the emails were the result…
Apple to roll out major Health app changes later this year in iOS 26.4
Apple is preparing a substantial update to its Health app later this year, according to a steady stream of reports that have outlined changes to both design and functionality. The planned…
Artificial skin technology aims to give robots a realistic sense of touch
Robots have made clear advances in vision, mobility, and sound recognition, yet their ability to sense touch with any real subtlety has remained limited. That gap has practical consequences. Without…
Can nano-scale water droplets change how indoor air is cleaned?
For decades, the basic architecture of air purifiers has remained largely unchanged. Most systems still depend on mechanical filtration, typically HEPA filters paired with high-powered fans, designed to move large…
Researchers revisit sulfur chemistry in a high-voltage sodium battery
Researchers in China have reported a laboratory-scale sodium–sulfur battery design that, if it can be translated beyond the lab, could alter how energy storage costs and performance are evaluated. Rather…
HP’s keyboard-based AI pc signals a shift away from the traditional desktop
HP Inc. has outlined a new direction for desk-based computing that reflects how professional work continues to evolve. Rather than treating the desk as a fixed destination anchored by a…
Reports suggest possible Instagram data exposure affecting millions of users
A newly reported data exposure may have affected as many as 17.5 million users of Instagram, raising renewed concerns about account security and the ongoing risks tied to large-scale social networks.…
Motorola launches Moto Sound Flow speaker tuned by Bose
Motorola has entered the portable speaker category with the introduction of the moto sound flow, unveiled during CES 2026. This marks the company’s first attempt at a standalone portable speaker rather…
FIFA expands World Cup coverage with TikTok
FIFA has confirmed a new content partnership with TikTok that will expand how fans follow the FIFA World Cup 2026, particularly those watching from home. The agreement focuses on increasing the volume and…
The best of CES 2026: from practical upgrades to strange ideas that actually make sense
Every year, Consumer Electronics Show manages to feel overwhelming in exactly the same way, and CES 2026 was no exception. Miles of carpet, flashing LEDs everywhere, robots politely rolling past you while…
ASUS at CES 2026 takes a practical approach to AI-powered laptops
At CES 2026, ASUS outlined a wide-ranging update to its personal computing portfolio, covering creator-focused laptops and tablets, mainstream Copilot+ PCs, and home desktops. Rather than centering the presentation on speculative AI concepts,…
LLVision’s Leion Hey2 focuses AR glasses on real-world translation
LLVision has formally introduced the Leion Hey2, a pair of augmented reality translation glasses designed with a narrow and practical focus: enabling spoken conversation between people who do not share…
Copilot brings built-in checkout and AI sales agents
Microsoft has announced a new set of commerce-focused features for Copilot, aimed at shortening the distance between product discovery and purchase. The updates include Copilot Checkout, a built-in purchasing flow, and…
Xiaomi Smart Camera 3 3K brings higher resolution and local AI
Xiaomi has introduced the Smart Camera 3 3K in China, expanding its lineup of entry-level indoor security cameras with a model focused on higher resolution and local AI features. Priced at…
TikTok Awards MENA 2025 reveal creators shaping regional digital culture
The winners of the TikTok Awards MENA 2025 were announced this week following a public vote that drew more than 5.7 million responses from across the region, underscoring the scale…
Google brings Gemini deeper into Gmail with AI Inbox and summaries
Google is reshaping Gmail with a new set of Gemini-powered features that place artificial intelligence closer to the center of the inbox experience. Announced on January 8, the update expands…
Lenovo expands Yoga and IdeaPad with practical AI updates
At CES 2026, Lenovo used its consumer showcase to outline how it sees AI fitting into everyday computing, not as a headline feature but as background infrastructure shaping how devices…