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The Switch 2 version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder arrives on March 26
Featuring new multiplayer modes, playable Rosalina, an assist mode and much more.
1Password adds an extra layer of phishing protection
The browser extension now warns you if you're about to paste credentials into a bogus site.
Spotify brings AI-powered Prompted Playlists to the U.S. and Canada
Now available in the US and Canada, Spotify's AI-powered Prompted Playlists let users describe what they want to hear using natural language commands.
Rare bug with Pixel Phone app ‘Take a Message’ could leak your audio to callers
A small number of Pixel users have encountered an issue where “Take a Message” is sending their audio to the caller.
Millions of people imperiled through sign-in links sent by SMS
Even well-known services with millions of users are exposing sensitive data.
Morgan Health CEO Mendelson on Health-Care Trends, Outlook
Morgan Health CEO Dan Mendelson joined Bloomberg's Katie Greifeld at the annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference on Jan. 14 in San Francisco to talk about trying to keep costs down for patients and investments they are making. (Source: Bloomberg)
Apple to Revamp Siri as a Built-In iPhone, Mac Chatbot to Fend Off OpenAI
Apple Inc. plans to revamp Siri later this year by turning the digital assistant into the company’s first artificial intelligence chatbot, thrusting the iPhone maker into a generative AI race dominated by OpenAI and Google.
Microsoft ports the Xbox app to Arm-based Windows PCs
The Xbox app will download and stream games on all Arm-based Windows devices, and now more than 85 percent of the Game Pass catalog is compatible.
Google Photos adds a sticker locker just to remind Android users what they’re missing
Google Photos now organizes custom stickers into Collections on iOS, but Android users are still left waiting for the feature.
MLB free agency top 50: Who's left after Kyle Tucker signs with Dodgers and Bo Bichette heads to Mets?
OpenAI CFO Defends Ads in ChatGPT as ‘Strong Business Model’
One of OpenAI’s top executives defended the company’s addition of ads to its popular chatbot ChatGPT as a way to democratize access to artificial intelligence.
Sony Unveils $230 Clip-On Earbuds, Joining a Growing Wave
Sony Group Corp. introduced its latest pair of consumer earbuds, with a clip-on design that resembles recent efforts from Bose Corp., Lenovo Group Ltd.’s Motorola unit and Huawei Technologies Co.
Microsoft Surface Pro (12-inch) Review: Smaller, Cheaper, Longer Lasting
The 12-inch version of Microsoft's detachable two-in-one will suffice for most users, but getting nickel-and-dimed by optional accessories that feel quite necessary is annoying.
Adobe Acrobat now lets you edit files using prompts, generate podcast summaries
Adobe is adding AI tools to Acrobat, including the ability to generate podcast summaries of files, create presentations, and a way for users to edit files using prompts.
iPhone 18 Rumored to Feature Much Brighter Display
Apple's iPhone 18 will feature a significantly brighter display, according to a Chinese leaker. In a new post on Weibo, the user known as "Instant Digital" said that Chinese supplier BOE has little hope of making panels for the iPhone 18 because Apple's brightness requirements for the next-generation device are unprecedentedly high. This suggests that the iPhone 18's display will see a considerable leap forward in terms of brightness.
App Store and Apple TV Experiencing Outage
Apple's App Store, iTunes Store, and Apple TV service are experiencing an outage at the current time, according to Apple's System Status page. Apple says that some users may be experiencing issues with the App Store and iTunes Store. Apple also says some users may be seeing intermittent issues with Apple TV. The Apple TV Channels feature is down too, and users may be unable to access some services or make purchases. The services have been having issues since 6:48 p.m. Eastern Time. Eastern Time.
Netflix Is Testing Vertical Video Features For Mobile
The streamer plans to add video podcasts into its mobile feed and upgrade its mobile user interface.
OnePlus update starts bricking phones when you try to install older software
OnePlus has implemented new anti-rollback methods in OxygenOS, forcing users to stay on the latest software versions with no way...
South Carolina Measles Cases Push US Toward Losing Health Title
South Carolina’s measles cases are propelling the US’s outbreak into a second year, which threatens to end the nation’s claim to have eliminated the disease.
Adobe unveils new AI-powered video editing tools for Premiere
Adobe has announced updates for Premiere and After Effects, including new AI-powered tools that are meant to speed up your video editing tasks.
Pinterest adds new chief business and marketing officers
The C-suite shakeup comes as Pinterest repositions itself as a global AI-driven shopping destination, primarily for Gen-Z users.
Indian Exporters Hold the Line Against Trump Tariffs
Exporters have resisted huge price cuts even though that’s resulted in fewer shipments.
Merck CEO on US Business, Life Sciences Innovation
Merck KGaA Chief Executive Officer Belen Garijo says the company will continue to collaborate with the US and deliver life sciences innovation to patients. She spoke to Bloomberg's Francine Lacqua on the sidelines of the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. (Source: Bloomberg)
Global Business Leans on AI and M&A for Growth in Pre-Davos Poll
Global business leaders are relying on new technologies and acquisitions to drive growth against a tense economic backdrop, according to an EY-Parthenon survey.
Chrome for iOS to get a guided Safari data migration feature
Google is working on an on-device data migration feature on iOS that will let Safari users import their browsing data directly into Chrome.
12 Essential Tips And Tricks For Ultrawide Monitor Users
Get the most out of your ultrawide monitor with these handy tricks for multitasking, gaming, display settings, and maximizing screen real estate.
Report: Microsoft Is Set To Launch An Xbox Cloud Gaming Ad-Tier This Year
Messages are already popping up for some users
Diffuser Films Market Report 2026-2032: New Revenue Opportunities, Next-Generation Business Models, $3.78 Billion Industry Roadmap
Diffuser films enable thinner, brighter, sustainable lighting systems, with market shifts driven by precision engineering and sustainability Diffuser Films Market Diffuser Films Market Dublin, Jan. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Diffuser Films Market - Global Forecast 2026-2032" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Diffuser Films Market has experienced significant growth, expanding from USD 2.48 billion in 2025 to USD 2.63 billion in 2026, with a projected growth at a CAGR
CrashFix Chrome Extension Delivers ModeloRAT Using ClickFix-Style Browser Crash Lures
Researchers uncovered a CrashFix campaign where a fake Chrome ad blocker crashes browsers to trick users into installing the ModeloRAT malware.
Thai Political Party Floats State Matchmaking to Fix Birth Rates
With the birth rate in Thailand falling fast, one political party jockeying for position ahead of the country’s snap election next month reckons it has the answer: step in to help citizens find love.
2026 NFL offseason preview: What do Chicago Bears need to remain contenders in era of Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson?
Here's a look at the offseason work ahead for the Chicago Bears.
Google confirms 'high-friction' sideloading flow is coming to Android
Google says the added friction is meant to educate users about the risks of sideloading.
The Scary Health Risk That Can Sneak Up on GLP-1 Users
Next gen weight-loss medications are powerful — but eating too little can put some patients at serious nutritional risk.
EXCLUSIVE: Xbox Cloud Gaming is getting ad-supported access this year
Users have been noticing that Xbox Cloud Gaming has begun referencing "ad support" while launching games, confirming our earlier report.
Microsoft issues emergency fix afer a security update left some Windows 11 devices unable to shut down
The latest patch targets issues related to some users not being able to shut down or log in remotely to their Windows devices.
Epic Games Store grew from 108M to 295M users, but third‑party revenue barely moved — proving giveaways trained users not to actually buy games. Is Xbox PC going down the same path?
Epic’s growth numbers look impressive, yet third-party revenue tells a different story.
Threads edges out X in daily mobile users, new data shows
Threads’ daily mobile usage has quietly surpassed X as Meta leans on cross-promotion, creator tools and fast feature rollouts — even as X faces fresh controversies
Google just announced a huge change to Gmail. Here’s what you need to know
Gmail users, you'll find yourselves at a crossroads soon enough. You have a decision to make.
Microsoft Confirms Emergency Updates For Most Windows PCs
Windows users warned new security update causes multiple failures — fixes are now here.
Mandiant Releases Rainbow Tables Enabling NTLMv1 Admin Password Hacking
Google-owned Mandiant has publicly released a comprehensive dataset of Net-NTLMv1 rainbow tables, marking a significant escalation in demonstrating the security risks of legacy authentication protocols.
Is it time to uncap the market in college sports? Top industry brass already pushing for major change
PC hardware is entering a golden age of design and engineering, while Windows — with its newfound AI obsession — has never felt worse. Something must change.
Microsoft's cramming of AI into every corner of Windows is alienating lifelong users and creating unnecessary frustration. Too bad it's happening as PC hardware is hitting its stride.
5 Hidden Features Every Steam Deck User Needs To Know
For Steam Deck fans, these hidden features - like turning the trackpad into a mouse - will help maximize the capabilities of your favorite gaming platform.
Ads coming to ChatGPT for some US users as OpenAI seeks to generate new revenue
OpenAI announced plans to test advertising in ChatGPT, marking a shift in how the company monetizes its popular AI platform.
Microsoft Confirms First Free Windows Update For 2026
This free update offer is available for hundreds of millions of Windows users.
Capital A Completes Sale of Aviation Business to AirAsia X
Malaysia’s Capital A Bhd. said it completed the sale of its short-haul aviation business to AirAsia X Bhd., as part of the restructuring of the business empire controlled by Tony Fernandes.
Trump Presses GOP to Move Health Plan as Premium Hikes Loom
President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers to quickly move on a White House healthcare plan, seeking to shift the narrative on an issue that threatens his party’s hold on Congress with millions of Americans facing premium hikes or the risk of lost coverage.
Why Jenrick’s Reform Defection Fractures UK Political Right
The dramatic sacking of a senior Conservative and his defection hours later to Nigel Farage's Reform UK all-but ended the chances of any deal to unite the British right, confirming the next general election as the most widely contested in decades. Some Tories had held out hopes they could forge a pact with the insurgent Reform party that has rapidly eclipsed them in voter affections. The fallout from leader Kemi Badenoch's shock decision to fire her rival Robert Jenrick on Thursday put that further from reach. Our UK Politics Reporter James Woolcock joined Caroline Hepker and Lizzy Burden on Bloomberg Radio to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
Dubai’s DWTC, Informa Said to Eye Listing Joint Events Business
Dubai World Trade Centre and the UK’s Informa Group are exploring a listing of a joint events business that’s expected to combine some of the emirate’s most prominent exhibitions and conferences.
Switzerland Is Asking Itself: Is 10 Million People Too Many?
As the world flocks to Davos, the host country ponders a population cap
ChatGPT's AI Health-Care Push Has a Fatal Flaw
OpenAI and Anthropic have both announced big plans to enter healthcare, with a consumer-focused tool called ChatGPT Health and a version of the chatbot Claude that can help clinicians figure out a diagnosis and write medical notes. Notably absent from this flurry of announcements is Google. Its Gemini chatbot is one of the most popular and capable, so why not jump into the lucrative health market too? Perhaps because Google knows from experience that such an effort can backfire spectacularly.
Walmart’s CEO of International Business to Depart Company
Walmart Inc. said Kathryn McLay, chief executive officer of the company’s international business, is stepping down.
Gmail users must make major decision regarding new AI features in their email
Several new Gmail features are driven by AI, which includes options to have the AI read your emails and offer suggestions.
AI Coding Startup Replit Nears Funding at $9 Billion Valuation
Replit Inc., an artificial intelligence coding startup, is nearing a deal for a new round of funding that would roughly triple its valuation to $9 billion, including the money raised, according to people familiar with the matter.
Flaw in 17 Google Fast Pair audio devices could let hackers eavesdrop
Google is working with security researchers and its hardware partners.
Sophie Turner transforms into Lara Croft for 'Tomb Raider' reboot
The "Tomb Raider" television series, which is currently in production at Prime Video, was originally greenlighted in 2024.
The Business of Butterworths, the Hottest New Restaurant in Washington DC
When the Odd Lots team was down in Washington DC earlier this year, we had a phenomenal meal at a restaurant called Butterworths. As it turns out, the restaurant is one of the hottest hangouts for the MAGA crowd, with Steve Bannon and others frequently seen in its dining room. Of course, restaurants are difficult businesses in normal conditions, but in DC, you have the added factor that political cycles are changing all the time, and different bars and restaurants become associated with specific parties who go in and out of power. On this episode, we speak with Bart Hutchins, the chef-owner at the restaurant. We talk about everything from sourcing ingredients from small Amish farms, to acquiring beef tallow, and dining room logistics. We also talk about food costs, labor availability, and how the intense worker shortages and price inflation of the post-2020 period still affects how the restaurant is run today. Originally aired 1/2/26. (Source: Bloomberg)
Carlyle Group Says Wealth Business Has Doubled Since 2023
Carlyle Group Inc.’s wealth business has nearly doubled since Harvey Schwartz became chief executive officer in 2023 and is on track to account for some 20% of the firm’s capital flows.
ASUS has stopped producing the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB, saying they've reached 'end of life'
YouTube channel Hardware Unboxed is reporting that NVIDIA has "effectively" discontinued the RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB due to the ongoing memory crunch.
Are refs behind the NBA's sudden scoring decline?
In today's edition: Harbaugh to the Giants, the NBA's sudden scoring decline, the 100th Grand Slam of the century, highest-paid athletes of 2025, Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is here, and more.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT translator challenges Google Translate
ChatGPT Translate allows users to direct the style of translated text, such as ‘more fluent’ and ‘academic.’
In Argentina, Trump Tests Whether Money, Not Force, Can Win Over Latin America
In a region reeling from US intervention in Venezuela, Buenos Aires is one place Trump has used his power to help a friend.
TikTok Blocks Thai Politicians From Paying for Ads Before Poll
Social media platform TikTok said it would block Thai election candidates from paying for advertising or monetizing their content during the election campaign period.
3SBio Sees More Business Development Deals
Tony He, CFO of the Chinese biopharmaceutical firm 3SBio, discusses his outlook for dealmaking and the progress of a record licensing deal the company struck with Pfizer last year. He speaks on “Bloomberg: The China Show” from San Francisco, where the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference is taking place. (Source: Bloomberg)
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 quietly rolls out a Recents menu downgrade
With the Android 16 QPR 3 Beta 2 update, users can no longer save images locally or open them directly in Lens from the Recents screen.
BeOne CEO on Business Strategy, Biotech Outlook
John Oyler, Co-founder, Chairman and CEO at BeOne Medicines, discusses the company's business strategy and the outlook for the biotech sector. He speaks with Avril Hong and Paul Allen from the sidelines of the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco. (Source: Bloomberg)
Treasury Wine Drops Most in a Month on New Risk to US Business
Treasury Wine Estates Ltd. shares fell the most in a month after reports that an American distributor may sell its operations raised the prospect of further disruption to the company’s already struggling US business.
Grok stops users from making sexualized AI images after backlash
Grok will no longer be allowed to edit photos of real people to show them in sexualized or revealing clothing.
Windows 11 Update KB5074109 Critical Security Fixes and Major Bugs for AVD and Gaming
Analyze Windows 11 update KB5074109. Covers 114 security patches and battery improvements, but also critical bugs affecting Azure Virtual and gaming.
NFL head coaching job roundtable: Who should each of the 9 teams pick for their new hire?
A single click mounted a covert, multistage attack against Copilot
Exploit exfiltrating data from chat histories worked even after users closed chat windows.
Stephen Ross Says It's Difficult to Do Business in California
CEO and Chairman of Related Ross, Founder of Related Companies and Owner of the Miami Dolphins Stephen Ross says it costs too much to do business in California. He speaks to Bloomberg's Caroline Gage. (Source: Bloomberg)
Civilization VII comes to Apple Arcade in February
Longtime fans of the franchise were disappointed in this latest installment.
Good Business Still There For Saks: Singer
Saks Global has filed for bankruptcy, in an effort to restructure its debt and stabilize the business after mounting losses. Mortimer Singer, managing partner at Traub Capital Partners, believes Saks still has valuable assets, including a loyal high-net-worth customer base, strong flagship New York stores and the e-commerce business. He speaks with Scarlet Fu "Bloomberg Markets." (Source: Bloomberg)
Google Gemini Can Proactively Analyze Users’ Gmail, Photos, Searches
Alphabet Inc.’s Google said its Gemini artificial intelligence assistant can now proactively tap into users’ data across Gmail, Search, Photos and YouTube, an attempt to make its consumer-facing AI product more personalized.
Gemini's new beta feature provides proactive responses based on your photos, emails, and more
Personal Intelligence is off by default, as users have the option to choose if and when they want to connect their Google apps to Gemini.
How Prediction-Based Apps Are Blending Entertainment and Technology
Entertainment habits continue to evolve as audiences look for experiences that feel more interactive and connected. Prediction-based apps sit at the center of that shift, combining live entertainment with responsive technology to keep users involved in real time rather than on the sidelines. These platforms fit naturally into everyday media routines. They blend live events, […]
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Be Built With Liquid Metal and Improved Titanium
Apple is planning to use advanced liquid metal and improved titanium alloys for its first foldable iPhone, according to new supply-chain information. According to the Korean Naver user known as "yeux1122," citing a material company source, the hinge used in Apple's first foldable iPhone will be made from liquid metal, an "amorphous" material Apple has been exploring for over 15 years.
Congress Defies Trump on NASA Science Budget
The space community is breathing a sigh of relief after lawmakers rejected Trump proposed cuts.
NVIDIA rolls out DLSS 4.5 to all RTX GPUs
The company announced the latest version of its image-upscaling tech at CES last week.
Reprompt attack let hackers hijack Microsoft Copilot sessions
A new attack against Microsoft Copilot Personal called 'Reprompt' allows attackers to silently exfiltrate user data after tricking the target into clicking on a legitimate Copilot link.
Curbing Misalignment in American Politics
A broad range of views on democracy to help break the stalemate caused by partisan conflict.
Fortinet Fixes Critical FortiSIEM Flaw Allowing Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution
Fortinet patches a critical FortiSIEM vulnerability (CVE-2025-64155) that allows unauthenticated remote code execution via exposed phMonitor service.
HSBC Is Said to Consider Selling Singapore Insurance Business
HSBC Holdings Plc is exploring options for its insurance unit in Singapore, including a sale, people familiar with the matter said, following other business revamps globally under Chief Executive Officer Georges Elhedery.
Microsoft Fixes 114 Windows Flaws in January 2026 Patch, One Actively Exploited
Microsoft’s January 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 114 Windows flaws, including an actively exploited Desktop Window Manager bug added to CISA’s KEV list.
Romanian Inflation Ends Tumultuous Year in Politics Close to 10%
Romanian inflation remained at nearly three times the upper band of the central bank’s target range after government action to curb the budget deficit helped fuel price growth.
Politicians Who Don’t Get Markets Are About to Receive a Lesson
From London to Pretoria, finance ministers around the world are struggling to pass painful budgets in the face of political opposition. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has a plan.
One UI 8.5 LockStar introduces new unlock animations, manual AOD brightness and more
Samsung quietly introduced a new LockStar version, which brings support for One UI 8.5 and adds new unlock animations, manual AOD brightness control, and more. This update is not flashy in the keynote sense; it is practical. LockStar has always been the playground for Galaxy users who hate being boxed in. One UI 8.0 polished […]
Bangkok Wakes to Toxic Air Choking Central Business Districts
Bangkok residents woke up to a hazy, polluted sky, with authorities urging people in the city’s main business and financial hubs to stay indoors.
Microsoft Desktop Window Manager 0-Day Vulnerability Exploited in the wild
Microsoft patched a critical zero-day information disclosure flaw in its Desktop Window Manager (DWM) on January 13, 2026, in the Patch Tuesday update after detecting active exploitation in the wild.
Signal's Founder Turns His Attention to AI's Privacy Problem
Confer, an open source chatbot, encrypts both prompts and responses so companies and advertisers can’t access user data.
Microsoft Patch Tuesday January 2026 - 114 Vulnerabilities Fixed Including 3 Zero-days
Microsoft's January 2026 updates fix 114 vulnerabilities, with critical severity assigned to several remote code execution bugs in Office applications and Windows services like LSASS.
Rockstar Pulls ‘GTA Online’ Player-Created Missions Involving Charlie Kirk Assassination
Rockstar Games banned a user-created mission in sandbox game "Grant Theft Auto Online" that recreates the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Google's update for Veo 3.1 lets users create vertical videos through reference images
Google is now allowing users to create vertical videos using references image.
FortiOS and FortiSwitchManager Vulnerability Allows Remote Arbitrary Code Execution
Fortinet has disclosed a critical heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) in the cw_acd daemon of FortiOS and FortiSwitchManager.
Apple bundles creative apps such as Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro into a single subscription
Apple Creator Studio includes AI-powered features, along with "premium content" for Keynote, Pages and Numbers.
Anthropic launches Cowork, a file-managing AI agent that could threaten dozens of startups
The new tool brings Claude Code's capabilities to non-technical users, positioning Anthropic to compete with productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot.
France’s Stubborn Political Turmoil Looms over Brussels
Marine Le Pen’s appeal begins while budget tensions and farmer protests cause fresh headache for Macron.
Star Wars Outlaws developer Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm face layoffs
In its latest cost-cutting effort, Ubisoft proposed a headcount reduction of around 55 people across its two Swedish studios.