Apple launches Creator Studio Pro suite with AI tools
Apple launched its Creator Studio Pro suite, which uses AI to assist creators while emphasizing privacy and likely aiming to make professional tools accessible to non-experts.
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889 storiesLinkedIn partners with AI apps to verify user skills
LinkedIn launched a verified AI skills program using usage data from partner apps, though it has not yet provided specific details on qualification requirements.
Google expands AI photo editing to Australia, India, and Japan
Google is expanding its prompt-based "Help me Edit" feature in Google Photos to Australia, India, and Japan, while adding support for six regional languages.
TikTok restructures US operations into new joint venture
ByteDance has established a new US entity to manage TikTok operations, with about 80% of the company now owned by non-Chinese investors following a 2024 Congressional mandate.
Viral AI assistant Moltbot sparks market interest and security debate
Viral AI assistant Moltbot, formerly Clawdbot, has gained massive developer interest while sparking security concerns and impacting market activity for infrastructure providers like Cloudflare.
By Rotation partners with Uber for same-day fashion delivery
By Rotation is partnering with Uber to offer same-day delivery for fashion rentals in the U.K., aiming to solve logistics friction for last-minute renters.
Bluesky outlines 2026 roadmap to improve core features
Bluesky is prioritizing core product improvements in its 2026 roadmap, aiming to stabilize the platform after reporting over 42 million users and a recent usage decline.
Waymo's price gap with ride-hailing services is narrowing
Waymo's price gap with traditional ride-hailing services is narrowing as the company lowers prices and competitors raise them, according to new data from Obi.
Meta rolls out 'Strict Account Settings' amid privacy lawsuit
WhatsApp is rolling out a new Strict Account Settings feature to protect users from cyberattacks, even as the company faces a lawsuit over its privacy claims.
Google expands Android anti-theft features
Google is rolling out expanded Android theft-protection features, including stronger authentication and recovery tools, to make its devices less appealing to thieves.
Meta plans new subscription tiers for AI and exclusive features
Meta plans to test new premium subscriptions across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, offering exclusive features and AI capabilities to diversify revenue beyond Meta Verified.
GDC faces international attendance drop over safety and ICE concerns
International attendees are reportedly skipping the 2026 Game Developers Conference due to safety concerns, U.S. immigration policies, and increased ICE presence.
UpScrolled sees download surge after TikTok ownership change
UpScrolled is seeing a surge in downloads, reaching 140,000 total, as users migrate from TikTok following its recent U.S. ownership change and censorship concerns.
Skylight hits 380,000 users as TikTok alternatives gain traction
Skylight, a decentralized video app, has surpassed 380,000 users as TikTok faces backlash over ownership changes and privacy policies.
TikTok attributes service outages to U.S. data center power failure
TikTok attributed widespread service outages to a U.S. data center power failure, dismissing user concerns regarding potential censorship following the company's recent ownership restructuring.
Google resolves Gmail spam and misclassification issues
Google has resolved a Gmail service incident that caused email misclassification and incorrect spam warnings for users, though some warnings may persist for existing messages.
Sparkli raises $5 million to build AI learning apps for children
Sparkli, an AI-powered learning app for children aged 5-12, raised $5 million in early-stage investment led by Founderful and wants to open consumer access by mid-2026.
Google introduces AI-powered meme generator in Photos app
Google has introduced "Me Meme," an experimental generative AI feature for Google Photos that allows users to create memes, currently rolling out to U.S. users.
Meta pauses teen access to AI characters globally
Meta is pausing teen access to AI characters globally to develop an updated version with parental controls, amid ongoing legal scrutiny regarding child safety and addiction.
Why microdrama apps are succeeding where Quibi failed
Microdrama apps like ReelShort are seeing massive growth, with roughly $1.2 billion in 2025 consumer spending, as the format gains traction in the U.S. market.