OpenAI just snagged a huge $200 million deal with the Pentagon to craft cutting-edge AI prototypes for defense and government applications. This landmark project could redefine AI's role in military tech, showcasing tighter collaboration between Silicon Valley and Washington.

WhatsApp faces backlash in Iran as officials urge citizens to uninstall it, claiming data-sharing ties with Israel. WhatsApp denies the accusations, underscoring its continued commitment to secure, encrypted communications amid tense international relations.

Microsoft’s latest June security patch unintentionally disrupted Windows Server DHCP functionality across several Windows Server versions. Users are currently advised to revert the update (KB5060842) until an official fix becomes available, leaving sysadmins scrambling.

Apple is exploring generative AI tools to accelerate and refine its custom chip designs. By automating part of its silicon development process, Apple aims to reduce production timelines, potentially revolutionizing how quickly new iPhones and Macs reach market.

Adobe’s Photoshop update (version 26.8) introduces dynamic text boxes that adjust automatically, along with cloud-boosted Select Subject capabilities. Designers can now streamline workflows with smarter layouts and faster object selection.

A new Marvel game titled "Marvel Cosmic Invasion" was announced, featuring a co-op beat-'em-up gameplay designed for local multiplayer fun. Fans can team up as beloved heroes, punching their way through cosmic threats in classic arcade style.

Microsoft provided early insights into the next Xbox, outlining advanced AI capabilities, full backward compatibility, and hinting at both a traditional console and a handheld variant. Xbox fans can expect significantly boosted gaming experiences powered by AMD hardware and cross-platform versatility.

Adobe has launched a mobile version of its popular generative AI service, Firefly, enabling creatives to generate visuals on-the-go. The app debuts with native support for Adobe’s models, soon adding premium generative options from industry partners like OpenAI and Google.

AMD CEO Lisa Su introduced the new MI350 and MI355 GPUs, highlighting their superior cost-to-performance ratio—claiming a 40% advantage over Nvidia. Shipments are already underway to major AI companies, marking AMD’s aggressive move into the AI hardware space.

Microsoft has released TypeScript 5.9’s Release Candidate, signaling the completion of new features and improvements such as a refined generational index, faster repo handling, and streamlined development for large-scale codebases. The stable version is set for release next month.