Firefox 148 introduces AI controls that give users the power to enable, customize, or completely block AI features, a clear nod to people wary of AI.
Samsung’s PM9E1 SSD brings PCIe Gen5 speed, AI-optimized firmware, and strong security into a compact M.2 design built for next-gen desktop AI systems.
AI is changing how people arrive at websites, how fast they judge them, and why patience online is disappearing.
Google is now bringing Gemini into walking and cycling navigation in Maps, adding AI help to activities humans already do just fine. The update is useful in some cases, but it also feels a little unnecessary.
Lenovo’s CIO Playbook 2026 reveals strong AI ROI, growing hybrid AI adoption, and a looming readiness gap as Agentic AI becomes the next enterprise priority.
The Home Depot is rolling out Material List Builder AI, a new tool that helps contractors and tradespeople build complete job material lists in minutes using text, voice, or pasted documents, saving time and reducing mistakes on the job.
A January 2026 survey finds that 1 in 10 Gen Z adults have asked ChatGPT to help diagnose an STD. Many shared symptoms, personal details, and even photos with AI, despite high misdiagnosis rates and serious privacy concerns raised by doctors.
Equifax has launched Synthetic Identity Risk, a new AI-powered fraud detection product aimed at helping lenders spot fake identities before they turn into costly losses.
Logitech’s new Rally AI Cameras use AI framing, dual-camera hardware, and smart room analytics to make large meetings feel more natural and less frustrating.
Microsoft is adding AI features to Notepad and Paint in Windows 11, and what used to be simple apps are now becoming the latest examples of AI overload, frustrating users who just want things to work.
DeVry University is embedding AI into every course by 2026, effectively turning artificial intelligence into a general education requirement for all students, not just tech majors.
HD Hyundai is expanding its Palantir partnership at Davos, turning years of AI pilots into group wide infrastructure for shipyards, factories, energy systems, and robotics.