The most important news of the day

Every day we read hundreds of stories. Only the most important ones are here — short, in our own words, with a link to the original source.

1. New AI models · Artificial intelligence

   Google launches Gemini 4 Carbon

   Google is making Gemini 4 Carbon generally available after a two-week test, topping benchmarks ahead of Anthropic's Fable 5.2 at lower cost. It also previews a '/swarm' feature for coordinated AI agent teams.

   Full story at The Decoder ↗
2. Artificial intelligence · Enterprise software · IT industry & companies

   IBM and Microsoft unveil AI agent platform

   IBM and Microsoft announced a new AI agent platform aimed at industry-specific transformation. IBM Consulting contributes over 6,000 prebuilt agents while Microsoft provides AI, cloud and security technology.

   Full story at news.microsoft.com ↗
3. Artificial intelligence · IT industry & companies

   OpenAI study finds shift in freelance work

   New research from OpenAI and Upwork shows shifting demand for freelance work and new skill combinations. AI-related projects now come with larger budgets and more hours.

   Full story at openai.com ↗
4. Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps

   Gemini lets users edit saved memory data

   Google is rolling out a Memory summary feature for Gemini showing what personal details it has stored. Users can add, edit or delete entries, though it's mainly available to US English-language users so far.

   Full story at Android Central ↗
5. IT industry & companies

   Waymo launches UK accessibility initiative

   Waymo introduced the Waymo Accessibility Network UK to shape the future of autonomous mobility for people with mobility needs. The initiative aims to give more people independent and confident means of travel.

   Full story at Waymo ↗
6. Smartphones & apps · Software & updates

   Apple TV adds sign language for select films

   Apple TV will offer ASL and BSL sign language interpretation starting November 13 for films including 'Being Heumann' and 'F1'. The feature can be enabled in app settings and identified via a sign language icon.

   Full story at AppleInsider ↗
7. Cybersecurity

   Russia-linked group spies on EU, NATO emails

   ESET research found the Russia-aligned Turla group using a new Exchange-based tool to spy on EU and NATO email communications. The finding highlights ongoing cyber espionage targeting Western institutions.

   Full story at eset.com ↗
8. Smartphones & apps

   Waze and Garmin partner to warn drivers about cyclists

   Waze and Garmin have teamed up to give drivers real-time alerts about nearby cyclists using Garmin LiveTrack icons. The partnership aims to improve road safety for cyclists and drivers alike.

   Full story at blog.google ↗
9. Chips & hardware

   Users report Live View issues on Nest doorbells

   Owners of older Google Nest doorbells say the Live View feature has been broken for over a week. Google has acknowledged the issue but has not provided a clear fix yet.

   Full story at Android Central ↗
10. Smartphones & apps · Software & updates

    Apple Arcade adds Football Manager and new titles

    Apple Arcade is adding Football Manager 27 Touch along with four new games starting December 3. The holiday lineup expands options for different types of players.

    Full story at apple.com ↗

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