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1. Artificial intelligence · IT industry & companies

   Google says AI Mode ads earn less

   Google executive Philipp Schindler said ads in AI Mode have lower monetization than traditional search ads. This raises concerns about the profitability of Google's AI-driven search.

   Full story at seroundtable.com ↗
2. Artificial intelligence · Software & updates

   Google adds textbooks to Gemini Notebook

   Google has added hundreds of textbooks from OpenStax and S Chand to Gemini Notebook. Students can now generate custom study guides and quizzes from them.

   Full story at blog.google ↗
3. New AI models · Cybersecurity · Open source

   Mistral opens Large 4 weights for coding tasks

   Mistral has released open weights for Large 4, bringing improvements in coding and cybersecurity along with self-hosting options. The license requires separate terms for commercial model services.

   Full story at TestingCatalog AI News ↗
4. Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware

   iQOO Neo12 launches with huge battery

   iQOO has launched the Neo12 in China featuring a 9,000mAh battery and a 185Hz display. The phone also includes a built-in cooling fan and runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, targeting gamers.

   Full story at Gizchina.com ↗
5. Artificial intelligence

   OpenAI updates Model Spec for safer AI

   OpenAI released an updated Model Spec outlining five core values to guide more capable AI systems. The focus is on sound judgment, preserving human agency, and faithfulness to human intent.

   Full story at openai.com ↗
6. New AI models · Cybersecurity · Artificial intelligence

   Google unveils Gemini 4 Carbon for security fixes

   Google DeepMind introduced Gemini 4 Carbon, an AI model built to autonomously find and fix software security vulnerabilities. It arrives two weeks after Gemini 4 Argon and tops the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index v5.0 with a score of 59, ahead of Anthropic's Claude Opus 5.5.

   Full story at SoyaCincau ↗
7. Chips & hardware · Smartphones & apps

   Amazon unveils new Echo device lineup

   Amazon announced a refreshed 2026 lineup including the Echo Dot, Echo Studio, Echo Time, Echo Show 16 and a new Alexa Photo Frame. The devices add smart home hub features and display upgrades for users.

   Full story at Android Central ↗
8. Artificial intelligence · Chips & hardware

   Apple used AI to design foldable iPhone hinge

   Apple's hardware chief said AI algorithms were used during manufacturing of the new foldable iPhone's hinge. However, early reports indicate some inner screens on the device are already cracking.

   Full story at Futurism ↗
9. Smartphones & apps · Artificial intelligence · Software & updates

   HomePod mini 2 launches without Siri AI yet

   The HomePod mini 2 arrives in stores on Friday, but its new Siri AI feature will not be available at launch. Apple said support will come later via a software update, without giving a date.

   Full story at MacRumors ↗
10. Chips & hardware

    Touch MacBook Pro keeps same battery life

    Apple's new MacBook Pro models with OLED display and touch capability still offer up to 24 hours of battery life, according to Apple. The figures match those of the previous mini-LED models.

    Full story at MacRumors ↗

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