Microsoft updates Notepad and Paint in Jan 2026! Discover the new AI Coloring Book, Markdown support, and high-speed text streaming for Windows 11.
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Microsoft releases emergency OOB updates in Jan 2026 to fix critical Remote Desktop login and shutdown/hibernation bugs caused by Patch Tuesday.
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar reveals a projected $20B ARR for 2026 as the company pivots to an AI Infrastructure model powered by 1.9 GW of compute.
OpenAI and Cerebras sign a $10B+ deal in Jan 2026 to deploy 750MW of wafer-scale chips, promising 15x faster AI responses than traditional GPUs.
The Information reveals that Apple has secured total autonomy to fine-tune Google Gemini, ensuring Siri remains brand-loyal and private in 2026.
Anthropic launches Claude Cowork, a desktop agent that can autonomously organize files, extract data, and navigate the web directly on your Mac.
QEMU 11.0 Cloud is set to drop 32-bit host support, removing 7,000+ lines of legacy code to boost efficiency and security in cloud environments.
Pixel 9 is next in line for AirDrop support! New firmware leaks show Google is backporting the Pixel 10’s game-changing file-sharing bridge to older models.
Gmail enters the Gemini 3 era! Google makes "Help Me Write" free for all, while launching a premium AI Inbox and natural-language search for 2026.
Linus Torvalds shuts down the debate on AI slop in the Linux kernel, calling documentation rules "pointless posturing" and sticking to peer review.
Microsoft officially ended telephone activation on Dec 3, 2025. Users must now use the aka.ms/aoh online portal, ending the era of true offline licensing.
Google officially ended POP3 fetching and Gmailify in Jan 2026. External emails will no longer reach your web inbox unless you set up auto-forwarding.
xAI closes an upsized $20B funding round, hitting a $230B valuation. With NVIDIA backing, xAI scales its GPU clusters to fuel Grok 5 development.
Logitech forgot to renew its macOS developer certificate on Jan 6, 2026, breaking Logi Options+. Learn how to fix the loading screen & battery drain.
OpenAI is reportedly planning to acquire Pinterest for $17.5B in 2026. The goal? High-quality visual data and a proven ad engine to take on Google.
Facing a severe sales chill, Apple has slashed Vision Pro production and shifted focus to a cheaper model. Is the spatial computing dream in danger?
Apple enters 2026 with $130B in cash and a new AI chief. While rivals burn billions, Apple is betting on Gemini and its Liquid Glass UI to win.