Spotify expands AI-powered Prompted Playlists to podcasts
Spotify is expanding its AI-powered Prompted Playlist feature to include podcasts, aiming to improve discovery for listeners and creators in select markets.
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889 storiesRocket targets the 'what to build' gap in AI coding tools
Indian startup Rocket launched an AI platform that generates product strategy documents, aiming to help users decide what to build rather than just how to code.
Picsart launches creator monetization program for all users
Picsart is launching a creator monetization program open to all users worldwide, aiming to attract and retain creators by rewarding performance rather than follower count.
Netflix launches standalone gaming app for children
Netflix has launched "Netflix Playground," a standalone gaming app for children eight and under, as it refines its broader gaming strategy following previous studio closures.
Axios project hijacked in suspected North Korean cyberattack
Suspected North Korean hackers hijacked the Axios open-source project via social engineering, potentially infecting thousands of systems worldwide before the malicious code was removed.
OpenAI expands ChatGPT with third-party app integrations
OpenAI is rolling out direct app integrations in ChatGPT, allowing users to connect accounts and perform tasks within the chatbot, currently limited to the U.S. and Canada.
Polymarket removes wagers on downed Air Force officer rescue
Polymarket removed wagers on the rescue of a downed United States Air Force officer following sharp criticism from a Democratic congressman who labeled the platform a "dystopian death market."
Microsoft to update Copilot terms after 'entertainment' criticism
Microsoft plans to update its Copilot terms of use after social media criticism labeled the tool as being for entertainment purposes only.
Friendship apps generate approximately $16 million in U.S. spending
Friendship apps have generated approximately $16 million in U.S. consumer spending and approximately 4.3 million downloads in 2025 as users seek alternatives to combat loneliness.
Anthropic restricts third-party tool access for Claude Code users
Anthropic is ending support for third-party harnesses like OpenClaw under standard subscriptions, requiring users to pay separately for usage starting April 4.
Anonymous social app Fizz hits No. 1 in Saudi Arabia
Anonymous social app Fizz launched in Saudi Arabia, hitting No. 1 on the App Store within 48 hours, marking its first major test of expansion beyond college campuses.
Essential iPad apps for organizing work and life in 2026
Apple’s iPads have evolved into versatile computing tools, and these productivity apps can help users organize their work, school, and personal tasks.
Amazon adds 3.5% fuel surcharge for sellers amid Iran war
Amazon is instituting a 3.5% fuel surcharge for sellers using its distribution network, citing elevated logistics costs driven by the war in Iran.
Hims & Hers confirms data breach of customer support system
Hims & Hers confirmed a data breach of its third-party customer support system, though the company states that customer medical records were not affected.
Flipboard launches social websites for creators and publishers
Flipboard announced "social websites," a new feature allowing creators and publishers to consolidate content from across the open social web into a single, controlled destination.
ElevenLabs launches ElevenMusic app to compete in AI audio
ElevenLabs has launched ElevenMusic, an iOS app for AI-powered music generation, as the company seeks to diversify its offerings and protect against AI audio model commoditization.
NASA astronauts troubleshoot software issues on Artemis II mission
NASA's Artemis II mission, the first in 50 years, is managing technical difficulties with software and hardware, including Microsoft Outlook and the spacecraft's toilet fan.
Duales app exposed user IDs and passports on open server
A publicly accessible Amazon server owned by Duales potentially exposed hundreds of thousands of users' personal data, including government-issued documents, without a password.
Google integrates Veo 3.1 and avatar prompting into Vids
Google updated its Vids editor with Veo 3.1 video generation, natural language avatar directing, and new export tools to compete with AI video rivals.
United updates app with security wait times and rebooking tools
United Airlines is updating its mobile app to include real-time TSA security wait times and automated rebooking tools amid ongoing government shutdown-related staffing shortages.