New Windows Update May Undo Bad Driver Updates on Its Own

Microsoft is testing Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery, a Windows Update feature designed to roll back bad drivers with less manual IT work.
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1.8 Billion Gmail Users May Want to Check This AI Privacy Setting

Google’s new Gmail AI personalization features are raising privacy concerns. Here’s what users should know and how to review smart settings.
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Alphabet Poised to Overtake Nvidia as the World’s Most Valuable Public Company

Alphabet is closing in on Nvidia’s market value as Google Cloud growth, AI investments, and custom chips fuel Wall Street optimism.
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Samsung’s Free Android Upgrade Brings Better Security to Galaxy Phones

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 update may bring stronger Galaxy security controls as users report battery drain and overheating after recent patches.
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Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees

Microsoft is offering first-ever retirement buyouts to some US employees as AI-driven data center spending grows and tech layoffs continue.
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New Apple Phishing Scam Uses Fake $899 iPhone Purchase Alert

An Apple account notification has been exploited in a new email phishing attack that comes with a fake iPhone purchase claim.
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Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks

A privacy expert warns Chrome still allows browser fingerprinting and tracking, raising concerns after Google’s shift away from third-party cookie changes.
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Jeff Bezos-Backed EV Startup Raises $650M to Launch $25K Electric Pickup

Slate Auto, the EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, secures $650 million in funding for an affordable pickup truck slated for delivery by the end of the year.
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Microsoft’s Latest Windows 11 Update Adds New Features, Strengthens Security

Microsoft’s April Windows 11 update brings Smart App Control changes, AI-powered Narrator upgrades, and performance improvements.
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Amazon Eyes $9B Globalstar Deal to Compete Against SpaceX’s Starlink

Amazon is reportedly negotiating to buy Globalstar, a $9 billion satellite company, as it looks to compete against Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starlink internet service.
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