Apple has seeded the first iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 betas to developers following the stable 26.1 release. The updates focus on bug fixes rather than major new features. Public betas are expected in the coming days.
Nintendo has launched its official store app on both the App Store and Google Play. The app lets fans shop for games and hardware while tracking their play activity across multiple console generations. Switch 2 sales are dramatically exceeding expectations.
Bitdefender’s massive threat research team is betting heavily on machine learning for security. Their VP brings academic credentials to the fight against malware. But AI-powered security comes with its own set of challenges and risks.
Microsoft has deprecated the SmartScreen feature in Internet Explorer and IE Mode specifically on Windows 11. The company says this is part of modernizing security and phasing out legacy components. Enterprise administrators will need to adjust their security configurations accordingly.
Apple might be preparing to launch Apple Creator Studio, according to code found in the iOS 26.2 beta. The discovery comes as Apple expands its pro apps to iPad and competes with Adobe’s $69.99/month Creative Cloud. Services revenue has become increasingly crucial for Apple’s business strategy.
Hours after Apple launched its revamped web App Store interface, the entire front-end source code appeared on GitHub. A developer extracted the code using browser tools after Apple left sourcemaps enabled in production.
Companies are pouring money into AI-driven operations tools, but proving the return remains challenging. The conversation is shifting from promises to proof as executives demand clear business value from their tech investments.
Palantir reported $1.18 billion in Q3 revenue, beating forecasts despite shares falling 7.95% on valuation concerns. CEO Alex Karp credits the company’s “anti-woke” strategy and government partnerships for its 154% year-to-date stock surge, while defending controversial contracts with ICE and Israel
Walmart de México is integrating Aplazo’s buy now, pay later service with 1.5 million preapproved credit lines. The move targets Mexico’s 60 million adults needing flexible financial options amid growing payment friction.
GridBeyond just launched its Designer platform in the Southwest Power Pool market. The AI-powered tool helps energy asset owners plan investments and optimize operations. It uses forecasting to maximize revenue from real-time markets while balancing carbon reduction goals.
