Tech News — May 26, 2026

Tech News — May 26, 2026 | Trace

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American Airlines to Install Starlink Wi-Fi on 500 Jets
American Airlines has announced a partnership with SpaceX to equip over 500 of its aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi, starting in early 2027. This upgrade aims to enhance in-flight connectivity, allowing passengers to stream, game, and make video calls during their flights, particularly on domestic and short-haul international routes.
- 500 jets will receive the Starlink installation, including Airbus A321neo and A321XLR models.
- American Airlines currently utilizes a mix of Viasat and Panasonic for its Boeing fleet's Wi-Fi services.
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Spotify Expands Content Offerings with Narrated Articles
Spotify has launched over 650 narrated long-form magazine articles, available to Premium subscribers as part of their monthly audiobook listening. Free users can access these articles for $1.99 each, featuring a blend of human and digital narration from notable publications like Rolling Stone and Vogue. This move aims to enhance Spotify's audio content beyond music and podcasts, encouraging users to explore different formats.
- Premium users can enjoy 15 hours of audiobook listening per month, which now includes narrated articles.
- The narrated articles are curated from major publications, enhancing Spotify's content diversity.
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American Airlines is getting Starlink Wi-Fi
American Airlines has announced plans to install SpaceX’s Starlink Wi-Fi on more than 500 of its Airbus aircraft, starting in the first quarter of 2027. This move aims to improve in-flight connectivity, as Starlink offers significantly higher download speeds compared to traditional satellite services, with averages around 152.37 Mbps. The airline joins a growing list of carriers opting for Starlink, including United Airlines and Southwest Airlines, as they seek to enhance passenger experience during flights.
- American Airlines will install Starlink on over 500 aircraft starting in Q1 2027.
- Starlink is expected to provide download speeds averaging 152.37 Mbps.
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Universal Music Group and TikTok renew agreement to combat unauthorized AI music
Universal Music Group (UMG) and TikTok have renewed their licensing agreement, focusing on eliminating unauthorized AI-generated music from the platform and enhancing credit for artists and songwriters. This renewal marks a significant shift in their relationship, particularly after UMG's previous tensions with TikTok over inadequate copyright protections, which led to UMG temporarily pulling its music catalog from the app. As the music industry grapples with the rise of AI-generated content, this partnership aims to set a precedent for how tech companies navigate the complexities of AI and intellectual property.
- The renewed agreement aims to eliminate unauthorized AI-generated music on TikTok.
- This partnership follows tensions in 2024 when UMG temporarily removed its catalog from TikTok.
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Google Health for Android rollout was sped up as Fitbit Air buyers were struggling to pair
The rollout of the Google Health app, which replaces the Fitbit app, has been expedited to assist users of the new Fitbit Air fitness tracker. As pre-orders of the device arrive, many buyers faced issues pairing their trackers due to the need for the updated Google Health 5.0 app, which has been rolling out more quickly on Android following user complaints.
- The Google Health 5.0 update began rolling out about a week ago.
- Fitbit Air users reported difficulties pairing their devices without the new app.
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Nvidia stock faces a key level that could make or break where it goes next
Nvidia stock is at a critical juncture, currently testing the $215 support level after reaching an all-time high of $236.54 earlier this month. Following a strong earnings report, the stock has faced downward pressure, and a close below $215 could signal a shift in market sentiment, turning this support into resistance. Jim Cramer has suggested that Nvidia may need to implement a cash return strategy similar to Apple's to regain investor confidence and drive the stock higher.
- Nvidia shares recently peaked at $236.54 but have since declined.
- A close below $215 could indicate a shift from support to resistance.
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Google Cloud COO says AI security belongs in the boardroom, not just the server room
At a recent event in Los Angeles, Google Cloud COO Francis de Souza stressed the importance of integrating security into AI strategies from the outset. He highlighted the growing risks associated with 'shadow AI' and the need for a unified security approach across all data sources and cloud services, noting that the time between a breach and subsequent attacks has dramatically reduced to just 22 seconds.
- The time between an initial breach and the next stage of an attack has decreased from eight hours to 22 seconds.
- Francis de Souza emphasized that security should be integrated from the start of AI strategy development.
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Nvidia has retired its GeForce Control Panel app after 20 years
Nvidia has officially retired its GeForce Control Panel app after two decades, announcing that all major features have been successfully migrated to its new Nvidia app. This transition marks a significant update for GeForce users, as the legacy Control Panel will remain on their systems unless they opt for a clean driver installation.
- Nvidia's legacy Control Panel will remain on users' PCs unless a clean install is performed.
- The new Nvidia app now includes all major features from the retired Control Panel.
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Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation
E-commerce logistics startup Stord has announced a $250 million funding round, boosting its valuation to $3 billion, a significant increase from its previous valuation of $1.5 billion just a year ago. The round was led by Strike Capital, with participation from notable investors including Kleiner Perkins and Founders Fund. Stord aims to provide brands with a competitive edge against giants like Amazon by offering a network of warehouses and advanced inventory management software.
- Stord's valuation has increased from $1.5 billion to $3 billion in just one year.
- The latest funding round was led by Strike Capital and included several prominent investors.
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Here’s everything new Apple TV has coming in June
Apple TV is gearing up for a busy June with the premiere of several new series and the return of fan favorites. Notable among the new offerings is Cape Fear, a horror-thriller debuting on June 5, alongside the second season of the neo-noir mystery Sugar on June 19. Additionally, viewers can expect ongoing episodes from current series such as Widow’s Bay and Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed throughout the month.
- The horror-thriller series Cape Fear premieres on June 5.
- Season 2 of Sugar launches on June 19, starring Colin Farrell.
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Apple’s huge MacBook Pro overhaul is coming soon, here’s what we know
Apple is preparing to launch one of its most significant MacBook Pro updates, featuring a first-ever touchscreen and a transition to OLED display technology, which promises better contrast and color vibrancy. The new models will be powered by M6 processors, offering substantial performance improvements, although the release may be pushed to early next year due to ongoing supply chain issues.
- The new MacBook Pro will feature a first-ever touchscreen and OLED display.
- Apple's latest M6 processors will enhance performance with a new 2nm architecture.
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Uber president says AI spending is getting ‘harder to justify’
Uber is reevaluating its AI investments after exhausting its annual budget just four months into 2026. President Andrew Macdonald expressed concerns over the lack of a clear link between AI spending and the delivery of useful features, stating that while metrics may be improving, tangible benefits for consumers are not yet evident.
- Uber spent $3.4 billion on R&D in 2025, a 9% increase from 2024.
- CEO Dara Khosrowshahi indicated that rising AI costs are leading to fewer human hires.
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Samsung’s Non-Chip Staff Seek Court Order to Block Wage Vote
A union representing Samsung Electronics' non-chip staff has requested a Korean court to block a vote on a tentative agreement that would allocate 40 trillion won ($26.6 billion) in bonuses to employees in the semiconductor division. The union, primarily composed of workers from the digital experience division, argues that the larger union's recent negotiations unfairly prioritized the interests of chip employees over those in other divisions.
- The tentative deal includes 40 trillion won in bonuses for chip employees.
- Samsung's smallest union represents mostly staff from the digital experience division.

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