Avowed, one of 2025’s top RPGs, is ending its Xbox exclusivity. It launches on PlayStation 5 on February 17 alongside a major anniversary update for all platforms. The update includes dwarves, a new weapon type, and a challenging New Game+ mode.
CrowdStrike is spending a hefty $740 million to acquire identity security startup SGNL. The move highlights a major shift as companies scramble to secure not just human users, but the exploding number of non-human and AI identities.
Bose is walking back its plan to completely disable its SoundTouch wireless speakers. While they won’t be fully bricked, most cloud-based features will still vanish in May 2026, turning them into more basic streaming devices.
Security researchers found a scary new way to steal your data through ChatGPT. The “ZombieAgent” attack tricked the AI into leaking info from connected services like Gmail, one character at a time.
Microsoft is launching Windows 11 version 26H1 this spring, but it’s only for new PCs with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 chips. This isn’t a feature update for everyone else, just a specialized platform release to support new hardware.
Google is embedding its Gemini AI deeper into Gmail, adding features like automatic email thread summaries and suggested replies. The updates, which will roll out in phases and have some features on by default, target Gmail’s massive user base of over 3 billion.
Elon Musk’s X platform is facing a major investigation in the UK. Regulators are demanding answers after reports that its Grok AI chatbot is creating non-consensual sexual imagery, a potential “priority offence” under new online safety laws.
The high cost of autonomous vehicles isn’t just about LiDAR and AI. A new analysis argues that unpredictable space weather is a hidden, major cost driver, especially in emerging markets. The solution requires better space monitoring and new regulations.
Spangle, founded by former Bolt CEO Maju Kuruvilla, has raised a $15 million Series A, tripling its valuation to $100 million. The startup uses AI to create real-time, personalized shopping pages for brands like Revolve and Steve Madden.
Citi and PYMNTS are teaming up for a new podcast aimed at corporate executives. “From the Block” will focus on the practical use of stablecoins and digital assets in business finance.
