Technology 26 January 2026 - 27 January 2026

EU tightens screws on Google: Brussels moves to open Gemini features and Search data to rivals
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EU tightens screws on Google: Brussels moves to open Gemini features and Search data to rivals

The European Commission opened two proceedings against Google on Tuesday to enforce the Digital Markets Act, focusing on Android interoperability for third-party AI and access to Google Search data on FRAND terms. Preliminary findings are expected in three months, with the process set to conclude in six. Google says it already complies, while EU officials stress equal access for rivals.
January 27, 2026
Nothing Phone 4a spotted in UAE TDRA certification — here’s what it could mean for launch plans
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Nothing Phone 4a spotted in UAE TDRA certification — here’s what it could mean for launch plans

A device labeled as model A069, linked by tech outlets to the upcoming Nothing Phone 4a, has received regulatory approval from the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority. The filing, dated Jan. 22, lists no features or commercial name. Nothing has not officially announced the phone. The same model number has appeared in India’s regulatory database, and leaks suggest a price under $600.
January 27, 2026
iPhone Air price cut in China sparks buyer anger as Apple leans on Lunar New Year discounts
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iPhone Air price cut in China sparks buyer anger as Apple leans on Lunar New Year discounts

Apple’s iPhone Air saw discounts up to 2,500 yuan in China, dropping its starting price to 5,499 yuan on Tmall after subsidies, 36Kr reported. The cuts follow weak demand since its October 2025 launch. Apple’s official store maintained original pricing, while some authorized retailers sold out quickly. The iPhone 17 is not included in Apple’s separate Lunar New Year sale running Jan. 24–27.
January 27, 2026
Clawdbot goes viral — but security warnings trail the AI assistant behind the Mac mini rush
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Clawdbot goes viral — but security warnings trail the AI assistant behind the Mac mini rush

SOCRadar reported 1,009 Clawdbot gateways exposed online after scanning with Shodan. The open-source AI assistant has seen a surge in use, with some users buying Mac minis to run it nonstop. Creator Peter Steinberger advised against new hardware purchases and urged basic security. Exposed instances risk leaking credentials and allowing unauthorized command execution.
January 27, 2026
Apple just updated the iPhone 5s — iOS 12.5.8 keeps iMessage and FaceTime working past 2027
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Apple just updated the iPhone 5s — iOS 12.5.8 keeps iMessage and FaceTime working past 2027

Apple released iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 on Jan. 26 for older devices, extending a system certificate required for iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation through January 2027. The update targets iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, certain iPads, and iPod touch models stuck on iOS 12. Apple said these updates have no published CVE entries. iOS 15.8.6 received the same certificate extension.
January 27, 2026
Android 17 leak shows Google’s “blurry” redesign — plus a new screen recorder
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Android 17 leak shows Google’s “blurry” redesign — plus a new screen recorder

Leaked screenshots show Android 17 testing a broader blur effect on menus like the volume and power controls, replacing solid backgrounds with translucent panels. The internal build also adds a revamped screen recorder and a new “Lock app” shortcut. The changes echo Apple’s recent push for translucent interface layers. Some users have raised concerns about readability.
January 27, 2026
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition lands for Milano Cortina 2026 — here’s what athletes will get
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition lands for Milano Cortina 2026 — here’s what athletes will get

Samsung will distribute nearly 3,800 Galaxy Z Flip7 “Olympic Edition” phones to athletes at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, starting Jan. 30. The device, not for sale to the public, includes a 100GB 5G eSIM and custom apps. Athletes will receive the phones at Olympic Villages in six cities, with on-site support for activation and data transfer.
January 27, 2026
Apple Drops iOS 26.3 Beta 3 — The Update That Helps You Move to Android
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Apple Drops iOS 26.3 Beta 3 — The Update That Helps You Move to Android

Apple released beta 3 versions of its 26.3 software updates for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, TV, and Vision Pro on Monday. iOS 26.3 adds a built-in “Transfer to Android” tool and an EU-only notification setting for third-party wearables. Public release timing remains unclear, with estimates ranging from late January to early February. No major new features were reported for macOS 26.3 beta 3.
January 27, 2026
Technology News 27.01.2026
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Technology News 27.01.2026

Pinterest will cut about 700 jobs, nearly 15% of its staff, as it shifts resources toward AI-focused roles and products. OpenAI VP and CISO Matt Knight resigned after five years, highlighting the launch of Aardvark and the company’s expanded security program. SpaceX opposes BEAD broadband grants tied to subscriber milestones, seeking more flexible Starlink funding. Gemini 3 Flash now supports agentic vision with code execution for visual reasoning.
January 27, 2026
Nike investigates alleged 1.4TB data leak after “World Leaks” hacking claim
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Nike investigates alleged 1.4TB data leak after “World Leaks” hacking claim

Nike is investigating a possible data breach after the group World Leaks claimed to have leaked 1.4 terabytes of company files online. Cybernews and The Register reported the files appear to contain design and manufacturing data, not customer or employee personal information. Nike has not confirmed what was stolen or if a ransom was demanded. Shares of Nike were unchanged late Monday morning.
January 26, 2026
VinFast’s cheap self-driving play: Autobrains deal targets Tesla-style “Robo-Car” tech
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VinFast’s cheap self-driving play: Autobrains deal targets Tesla-style “Robo-Car” tech

VinFast and Autobrains announced a partnership to develop affordable autonomous driving tech using a camera-based “Robo-Car” system, now piloted on VF 8 and VF 9 models in Hanoi. The setup uses seven cameras and a chip, avoiding LiDAR, radar, and high-definition maps. Broader testing is planned for larger cities and international markets. The companies aim to expand beyond current Level 2 driver-assistance features.
January 26, 2026
EU puts WhatsApp Channels under toughest Digital Services Act rules, giving Meta until May
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EU puts WhatsApp Channels under toughest Digital Services Act rules, giving Meta until May

The European Commission has designated WhatsApp’s Channels as a “very large online platform” under the Digital Services Act, citing 51.7 million monthly EU users. Meta must comply with stricter rules targeting illegal and harmful content by mid-May. The new obligations apply only to Channels, not private messaging. Oversight will involve both the Commission and Ireland’s digital regulator.
January 26, 2026
Nvidia’s open-source Earth-2 AI weather models drop as a U.S. winter storm tests forecasts
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Nvidia’s open-source Earth-2 AI weather models drop as a U.S. winter storm tests forecasts

Nvidia unveiled new open AI weather models at a Houston meteorology conference, including Earth-2 Medium Range, which it says outperformed Google DeepMind’s GenCast on over 70 variables. The models run on GPUs for faster, more frequent forecasts and allow users to operate and customize them on their own hardware. Nvidia is releasing the models and tools as open source via Hugging Face.
January 26, 2026
Microsoft’s Maia 200 AI chip takes a swing at Nvidia’s CUDA lock-in as Azure rollout starts
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Microsoft’s Maia 200 AI chip takes a swing at Nvidia’s CUDA lock-in as Azure rollout starts

Microsoft unveiled its Maia 200 AI inference chip on Monday, built on TSMC’s 3-nanometer process and featuring 216GB HBM3e memory. Initial deployment begins this week in Iowa, followed by Arizona. Microsoft claims Maia 200 outperforms Amazon’s Trainium and Google’s TPU in key benchmarks and will power OpenAI’s GPT-5.2 models on Azure. New software tools for Maia 200 include a development kit compatible with PyTorch.
January 26, 2026
Apple’s new AirTag goes louder and longer-range — and the price stays $29
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Apple’s new AirTag goes louder and longer-range — and the price stays $29

Apple unveiled a new AirTag with a 50% louder speaker and extended Bluetooth and Precision Finding range, priced at $29. Precision Finding now works on newer Apple Watch models. The tracker supports temporary location sharing with airlines and remains compatible with existing accessories. Online orders opened Monday; retail availability starts later this week.
January 26, 2026
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