New site tracks apps failing to adopt passkeys
A new website, whynopasskeys.com, is pressuring companies to adopt passkeys by publicly listing the one in four major internet services that still lack the security feature.
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889 storiesMeta turns Creator Studio into stand-alone AI app
Facebook is testing a stand-alone AI companion app for creators to compete with TikTok and YouTube, potentially reducing reliance on third-party tools like ChatGPT.
Deezer launches Remix Lab to let fans remix songs with artist consent
Deezer launched "Remix Lab" in France, allowing fans to remix songs with artist consent and payment, which could signal an alternative to AI-dominated music streaming models.
Figma updates platform to bridge design and development workflows
Figma launched new code layers, motion support, and AI-powered plug-ins to help teams iterate on designs without needing to write production-ready code.
Brick launches $59 NFC gadget to curb screen time
Brick has launched a $59 NFC-enabled gadget that forces users to physically interact with the device to unblock apps, aiming to reduce screen time through intentional friction.
Flipkart hits 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers in quick-commerce push
Flipkart has reached 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers for its Minutes service and plans to expand to 1,500 by the end of 2026 to compete in India’s quick-commerce market.
Meta is reportedly developing a prediction market app called Arena
Meta is reportedly developing an experimental, non-monetary prediction market app internally called "Arena" that could eventually integrate financial betting.
LastPass customer data stolen in breach at partner firm Klue
LastPass is notifying customers that hackers stole personal information and support case records during a security breach at its technology partner, Klue.
Ribbie turns real-time MLB data into pixel-art broadcasts
Ribbie is a fan-made, non-commercial website that uses AI tools to visualize real-time MLB data as 8-bit pixel-art broadcasts.
Amazon begins testing Alexa+ in India with Hindi support
Amazon is testing its generative AI-powered assistant, Alexa+, in India, inviting users to join a beta program that currently supports Hindi and code-mixed language inputs.
Meta names CRED founder Kunal Shah as new WhatsApp chief
Meta is appointing CRED founder Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp, while simultaneously leading a $900 million financing round that values the Indian fintech startup at about $4.5 billion.
Instagram expands TV app to Samsung devices
Instagram is rolling out its TV app to Samsung devices and exploring new long-form and live content formats to compete with major streaming services.
Polymarket reportedly paid creators for fake betting videos
A Wall Street Journal investigation alleges Polymarket paid creators to post deceptive videos featuring fake bets, prompting the company to plan an audit of its promotional content.
Apple embeds AI features across iOS 27 apps
Apple is embedding AI features directly into iOS 27 apps like Messages and Safari to solve real-world problems, moving beyond a Siri-only interface for its AI strategy.
In the Weights measures your AI footprint
Former OpenAI employees launched In the Weights, a tool that purports to measure how well AI models recall individuals without using web search.
Apple updates iOS 27 apps with new Wallet and Maps features
Apple is rolling out a suite of iOS 27 updates across its core apps, including new bill-splitting in Wallet and enhanced location sharing in Find My.
Reliance Industries unveils AI suite and plans Jio IPO
Reliance Industries is launching AI services, including a call assistant for its more than 500 million users, while moving forward with a draft prospectus for a Jio Platforms IPO.
Telegram ban in India triggers surge in VPN and rival app usage
India’s week-long restriction of Telegram over exam fraud concerns has triggered a significant surge in VPN downloads and interest in alternative messaging apps.
Match Group survey finds US singles wary of AI in dating
A Match Group survey of 1,000 U.S. singles finds that 47% hold negative views on AI in dating, favoring AI for logistics but rejecting it for romantic connection.
Mivo Scrolling aims to curb doomscrolling with mindful pauses
Mivo Scrolling has launched a free, no-shaming screen time management app that uses reflection prompts instead of strict blocking to help users manage their digital habits.