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AI-Driven PHP Flaws Spark Security Crisis
A series of critical vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language have triggered a global cybersecurity emergency, now referred to as 'Black October.'
Discovered by researchers at Google's Wiz and Calif, these flaws threaten approximately 70% of the web, prompting urgent action from cybersecurity teams worldwide.
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Meta Delays New Business Terms Amid Publisher Concerns
Meta has postponed the enforcement of its new business terms to November 20 following significant pushback from publishers worried about potential AI scraping of their content.
The News/Media Alliance formally requested revisions to the terms, emphasizing the need to protect publisher control over their material. This delay comes just ahead of the original implementation date of October 30.
Anthropic Unveils Claude Duet AI Assistant
Anthropic has launched Claude Duet, a new proactive AI assistant designed for professionals and small businesses.
The app connects with various work applications, such as Gmail and Slack, to automate tasks and manage daily operations while prioritizing user privacy by requiring permission for sensitive actions.
Mass Effect 5 trailer leaks amid BioWare shutdown
A trailer for Mass Effect 5 has leaked online following the closure of BioWare by EA on October 21, 2026, which also led to the cancellation of the game.
The trailer features a new protagonist and series favorite Liara T'Soni, showcasing in-game footage that highlights a bar confrontation.
Despite the game's cancellation, an unrelated Mass Effect TV show is still in development by Amazon for Prime Video.
Top in Robotics
Beyond Vision Secures €28 Million for Drone Expansion
Beyond Vision, a Lisbon-based drone manufacturer, has successfully raised over €28 million to enhance its AI drone capabilities for both civilian and defense markets.
This funding will facilitate the scaling of operations and support the company's international expansion efforts, marking a significant milestone since its founding in 2013.
Eka Robotics raises $150M to teach robots to grip by feel
Eka Robotics, a startup based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has raised $150 million in a Series A funding round, led by Andreessen Horowitz and F-Prime, valuing the company at $1.45 billion post-money.
The funding will enable Eka to enhance its robots, which utilize a unique combination of vision and force feedback to improve object handling.
Unlike traditional models that rely solely on visual input, Eka's technology allows robots to feel when a grip is slipping, enabling them to adjust in real-time.
The company aims to accelerate customer deployments and expand the range of tasks its robots can perform.
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Zuckerberg's Strategy for California's Billionaire Tax
Meta has introduced a new class of non-voting stock to help CEO Mark Zuckerberg manage potential tax liabilities stemming from California's proposed Proposition 40, which aims to impose a 5% wealth tax on billionaires.
This innovative approach allows Zuckerberg to sell up to 20% of the new Class C shares without losing his voting control over the company.
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iPhone Duo Launch Causes Store Sellouts Nationwide
The iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable phone, launched on October 23, 2026, and sold out within minutes at many stores across the U.S. Demand was so high that pre-orders quickly backlogged into early next year, with customers lining up as early as Wednesday for the release.
Apple has limited purchases to two iPhone Duos per person per day at physical locations to manage the overwhelming demand.
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DeepSeek Secures $15 Billion Funding Ahead of IPO
Chinese AI lab DeepSeek has raised $15 billion in a private funding round, nearly doubling its initial target due to overwhelming investor interest.
The funding comes from major investors including Tencent and CATL, as DeepSeek accelerates preparations for a potential Shanghai IPO in early 2024.
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BMW Unveils 2027 X5 and iX5 Models
BMW has launched its new 2027 X5 and iX5 models, showcasing a versatile powertrain platform that includes both electric and gasoline options.
The iX5 stands out with an impressive range of over 450 miles on a single charge, thanks to its 144-kWh battery and 800 V architecture for rapid charging.
