Apple AI investments will grow sharply, with Cook pledging more funding to bring practical, privacy‑focused AI into iPhones and Macs.
Artificial Stupidity study shows AI trading bots can mimic cartel behavior, raising prices and risking hidden market distortions.
Star Wars The Old Republic update expands free‑to‑play perks with faster travel, more content access, and fewer restrictions for new players.
Age of Empires Mobile gets a PC edition with cross‑play, mouse and keyboard support, and global ambitions for the classic strategy series.
Xbox cloud gaming now lets you stream your own PC titles, expanding beyond Game Pass with saves, history, and cross‑device play.
Edge Copilot brings AI tools to Microsoft’s browser, offering summaries, rewrites, and smart help directly in the browsing sidebar.
Opera complaint in Brazil accuses Microsoft of steering Windows users to Edge and calls for fair competition in browser choice.
Gemini for Education now offers free access to 2.5 Pro, giving teachers smarter tools and students personalized support at no cost.
Stealth returns as Hitman Absolution sneaks onto Nintendo Switch in 2025, with a native Switch 2 edition planned for 2026.

