AI model releases, semiconductor supply, breaches, launches and antitrust rulings — the technology stories that change how companies and markets behave.
On this page: AI model and product launches, semiconductors and hardware, cybersecurity breaches, platform regulation and antitrust.
Apple is taking the unusual step of skipping the base iPhone 18 this fall. At its "surprise and shine" event today, the company revealed the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, alongside a new foldable iPhone Duo. But the base iPhone 18 was a no-show.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
The Apple Watch Series 12 is launching with a ceramic option, making it the company's first wearable since 2019's Series 5 that can be configured with the pricey, scratch-resistant material.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
Apple has announced its long-anticipated foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, which arrives more than seven years after the first Samsung Galaxy Fold hit the market.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
Apple announced the next version of the rugged and durable Apple Watch Ultra at today's "Surprise and shine" event.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its event on Wednesday. The 18 Pro and Pro Max come in deep black, silver, "glacier," and burgundy, with color-matched back glass.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 12 at its September 9th launch event, with Siri AI-powered Audio Intelligence as the highlight features.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
Obviously, part of the appeal of a foldable phone is all that additional screen real estate. That gives you plenty of room for some serious multitasking that just isn't possible, or at the very least is clunky, on a smaller screen.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
The update uses Apple Intelligence to make better sense of your health data.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
Apple is launching its next iOS 27 update on Monday September 14th. The headline feature is Siri AI, the delayed AI-powered overhaul of the Siri assistant. Siri AI is rolling out with iOS 27 as a beta, available initially for English-only devices.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
WorldPingApple is finally getting into foldables.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Most notably, Apple is taking aim at the growing wave of AI wearables with new "Audio Intelligence" features that let you rewind moments and remember details from daily conversations.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
Apple introduced Apple Reference Image to help users determine whether photos have been edited, including alterations made by AI.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingApple's high-end smartwatch also comes with the new internals of the Apple Watch Series 12 and even longer battery life.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
The AirPods 5 support better noise cancellation, Siri AI, and offer volume controls on the stem.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingCody Walker, who helped complete 'Furious 7' for his late brother, spoke about the upcoming film.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Apple today introduced its first foldable device, named the iPhone Duo, at its “Surprise and Shine” iPhone event held in Cupertino. The phone is the first marquee device launched under the company’s new CEO, John Ternus.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingThe iPhone with a folding screen is the first radical redesign of Apple’s flagship handset in years. The iPhone Duo will cost $1,999 when it arrives in October.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by WIRED
WorldPingEven with a return of ceramic frames, the most important new features for Series 12 are all built around health and conversation tracking.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Today, Apple announced the AirPods 5, updates to the AirPods 4 series that was first released in 2024. Apple says the new buds feature "best-in-class open‑ear active noise cancellation.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
WorldPingAirPods 5 might not be the flashy camera-clad wireless earbuds you've been hearing about, but there are a few upgrades you should consider.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingApple’s latest smartwatches—the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, get a faster chip, expanded health tracking, and new Siri capabilities. Plus, the ceramic finish is back.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by WIRED
WorldPingThere's also a new thermal management system, reducing overheating.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Ars Technica
The company also argued that its on-device models offer consumers more privacy.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingYour new Apple iPhone is better with the right case and charger.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro lineup upgrades the camera and comes in burgundy.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingNo regular iPhone 18 this year. Just two Pro models.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingUN-backed Equal Earth map has educational value but won’t alter navigation apps.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Ars Technica
Microsoft agreed to a set of safety and privacy principles for AI in schools a week after two major school systems announced a ban on student-facing AI.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Verge
WorldPingThe planet has definitely earned the title of Earth's evil twin.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPing"We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans!"…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Ars Technica
WorldPingBorder Patrol is mining Americans’ financial activity to identify people for potential traffic stops.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingEmily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colman Domingo, and Colin Firth star in the latest sci-fi tale from the blockbuster director.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Fox’s $22 billion plan to buy Roku has hit a new hurdle. The Justice Department sent Fox and Roku what’s known as a “second request” on Tuesday, asking the companies to turn over more data and documents as it takes a closer look at the deal.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPing"All I ever wanted was to go to school."…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Ars Technica
WorldPingMost one-base changes to the human genome do nothing, but a few are significant.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Ars Technica
WorldPingA new GTA mod lets you smash and shoot Flock’s automatic license plate readers around the fictional Los Santos.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by WIRED
WorldPingLooks like Samsung is gunning for the Meta Ray-Ban Display, too.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingObesity can raise the risk or severity of both asthma and COPD.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
AI companies have been talking about superintelligent AI like it’s inevitable, but recent safety incidents like OpenAI’s Hugging Face breach are demonstrating the potential dangers of deploying AI systems that are more capable than humans.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingSuddenly, that microphone is getting a lot more use than it was for GameChat.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingFord says the secretary’s comments are a 'wrongheaded' attempt to make headlines.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingA geospatial AI company evaluated the climate resilience of 72 major cities. The ranking may surprise you.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Instinct’s new email feature lets the AI agent create and manage accounts, contact businesses, handle support requests, and do more on users' behalf.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
First piloted in July 2025, inDrive's ad business has served more than 2 billion impressions and attracted over 2,000 paying advertisers a month.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPingThe findings include bones and tools that hint at the ancient human relative's biology, diet, and lifestyle.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned over AI extinction fears, calling for pacing agreements between labs.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
Users can ask the assistant to do things like "Create a cart for my Saturday tailgate for 25 people and include some brunch items," or "Build a cart for easy school lunches and after-school snacks," Shipt says.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
Carrum Mobility operates about 5,100 vehicles in India and is Uber's largest fleet partner for its premium Uber Black service in the country.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by TechCrunch
WorldPing