A growing number of mobile applications let users create AI‑generated images of themselves enjoying luxury experiences they cannot afford. Developers such as Tim Wijaya and Laurent Del Rey have observed that many middle‑low‑income users in Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 cities share these fabricated vacation photos on social media. Apps like Endless Summer, Manifest AI Coach, ManifestMe and others market themselves as tools for “manifestation” or “visualization,” often offering limited free images before prompting users to purchase additional credits. While the novelty can be entertaining, critics note the artificial aesthetic and the cost may outweigh any emotional benefit. Leer más →

Google Photos is set to launch an AI-driven "Me Meme" feature that lets users insert their faces into popular meme templates. The tool will scan backed‑up photos for a clear selfie, then automatically place the user’s face into well‑known meme formats. While the convenience could delight casual users, the rollout raises questions about the impact on the organic, imperfect style that defines meme culture. Critics note that AI‑generated memes may lack the human touch and chaotic charm that make memes resonate, even as the feature promises speed and ease of creation. Leer más →

OpenAI has revealed that its ChatGPT integration within WhatsApp will cease operation on January 15, 2026, citing a policy and terms change from WhatsApp. The company posted a blog announcement stating its preference to continue the service but emphasizing a smooth transition for users. WhatsApp does not support chat exports, and there will be no automatic method to transfer chats after the cutoff. OpenAI suggests a workaround through the 1‑800‑ChatGPT contact profile, allowing users to link their accounts and merge query history. The move comes amid speculation about competitive tensions with Meta, which is also expanding its AI offerings. Leer más →

Emergent, a startup that lets non‑technical users create mobile apps through AI‑driven prompts, announced a $23 million Series A funding round led by Lightspeed. The round also included participation from Y Combinator, Together and several high‑profile angels. Emergent’s platform abstracts the entire software development lifecycle, handling everything from code generation to deployment and bug fixing. Since its launch, more than 1 million people have built over 1.5 million apps on the service. The company aims to broaden its capabilities, including a forthcoming native mobile client and new tools for ideation and discovery. Leer más →

WhatsApp is now offering on-device message translation for its iOS and Android apps. Users can translate messages between a range of languages by long‑pressing a chat, and Android users gain an optional automatic‑translation mode for entire conversations. The feature works in one‑on‑one chats, groups, and channel updates while keeping conversations private, as translation happens locally on the device. Initial language support includes English, Spanish, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian and Arabic, with plans for additional languages in the future. Leer más →

Google announced a major redesign of the Play Store aimed at personalizing app discovery and boosting user engagement. The update introduces a refreshed Apps tab, interest‑based curated spaces, a new You tab for subscriptions and rewards, and AI‑powered Guided Search that lets users find apps by describing goals. For gamers, a revamped Play Games experience adds a unified profile, AI sidekick assistance, and league competitions. The changes build on recent efforts to make the Play Store a broader content destination, leveraging Gemini AI across multiple new functionalities. Leer más →

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how developers build applications, delivering speed and automation across the software lifecycle. At the same time, AI tools are empowering threat actors to reverse‑engineer code, generate sophisticated malware, and exploit mobile apps at unprecedented scale. The convergence of rapid app deployment and AI‑enabled attacks is expanding the attack surface, prompting security professionals to embed protections such as runtime application self‑protection (RASP) and continuous testing directly into development pipelines. Leer más →

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a preliminary injunction that restricts Google’s conduct in the Google Play Store for a three‑year period ending on November 1, 2027. The order bars Google from tying revenue sharing, payment terms, pre‑installation, and billing requirements to developers’ distribution choices, and it prevents the company from blocking communication about alternative payment methods or app availability outside the Play Store. Both Google and Epic Games will each appoint a member to a three‑person Technical Committee to resolve disputes arising under the order. Leer más →

OpenAI has introduced a new thinking‑time toggle for the ChatGPT‑5 model that lets Plus and Pro subscribers choose how long the system spends reasoning on a response. The web‑only feature offers Standard and Extended modes for Plus users, while Pro users gain two additional options—Light for the quickest answers and Heavy for deeper reasoning. The toggle appears in the chat window when the Thinking model is selected, but it is not yet available on iOS or Android apps. OpenAI says the control will roll out to mobile in coming weeks. Leer más →

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how developers build applications, delivering speed and automation across the software lifecycle. At the same time, AI tools are empowering threat actors to reverse‑engineer code, generate sophisticated malware, and exploit mobile apps at unprecedented scale. The convergence of rapid app deployment and AI‑enabled attacks is expanding the attack surface, prompting security professionals to embed protections such as runtime application self‑protection (RASP) and continuous testing directly into development pipelines. Leer más →

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how developers build applications, delivering speed and automation across the software lifecycle. At the same time, AI tools are empowering threat actors to reverse‑engineer code, generate sophisticated malware, and exploit mobile apps at unprecedented scale. The convergence of rapid app deployment and AI‑enabled attacks is expanding the attack surface, prompting security professionals to embed protections such as runtime application self‑protection (RASP) and continuous testing directly into development pipelines. Leer más →

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a preliminary injunction that restricts Google’s conduct in the Google Play Store for a three‑year period ending on November 1, 2027. The order bars Google from tying revenue sharing, payment terms, pre‑installation, and billing requirements to developers’ distribution choices, and it prevents the company from blocking communication about alternative payment methods or app availability outside the Play Store. Both Google and Epic Games will each appoint a member to a three‑person Technical Committee to resolve disputes arising under the order. Leer más →

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a preliminary injunction that restricts Google’s conduct in the Google Play Store for a three‑year period ending on November 1, 2027. The order bars Google from tying revenue sharing, payment terms, pre‑installation, and billing requirements to developers’ distribution choices, and it prevents the company from blocking communication about alternative payment methods or app availability outside the Play Store. Both Google and Epic Games will each appoint a member to a three‑person Technical Committee to resolve disputes arising under the order. Leer más →

OpenAI has introduced a new thinking‑time toggle for the ChatGPT‑5 model that lets Plus and Pro subscribers choose how long the system spends reasoning on a response. The web‑only feature offers Standard and Extended modes for Plus users, while Pro users gain two additional options—Light for the quickest answers and Heavy for deeper reasoning. The toggle appears in the chat window when the Thinking model is selected, but it is not yet available on iOS or Android apps. OpenAI says the control will roll out to mobile in coming weeks. Leer más →

OpenAI has introduced a new thinking‑time toggle for the ChatGPT‑5 model that lets Plus and Pro subscribers choose how long the system spends reasoning on a response. The web‑only feature offers Standard and Extended modes for Plus users, while Pro users gain two additional options—Light for the quickest answers and Heavy for deeper reasoning. The toggle appears in the chat window when the Thinking model is selected, but it is not yet available on iOS or Android apps. OpenAI says the control will roll out to mobile in coming weeks. Leer más →

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how developers build applications, delivering speed and automation across the software lifecycle. At the same time, AI tools are empowering threat actors to reverse‑engineer code, generate sophisticated malware, and exploit mobile apps at unprecedented scale. The convergence of rapid app deployment and AI‑enabled attacks is expanding the attack surface, prompting security professionals to embed protections such as runtime application self‑protection (RASP) and continuous testing directly into development pipelines. Leer más →

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a preliminary injunction that restricts Google’s conduct in the Google Play Store for a three‑year period ending on November 1, 2027. The order bars Google from tying revenue sharing, payment terms, pre‑installation, and billing requirements to developers’ distribution choices, and it prevents the company from blocking communication about alternative payment methods or app availability outside the Play Store. Both Google and Epic Games will each appoint a member to a three‑person Technical Committee to resolve disputes arising under the order. Leer más →

OpenAI has introduced a new thinking‑time toggle for the ChatGPT‑5 model that lets Plus and Pro subscribers choose how long the system spends reasoning on a response. The web‑only feature offers Standard and Extended modes for Plus users, while Pro users gain two additional options—Light for the quickest answers and Heavy for deeper reasoning. The toggle appears in the chat window when the Thinking model is selected, but it is not yet available on iOS or Android apps. OpenAI says the control will roll out to mobile in coming weeks. Leer más →

OpenAI has introduced a new thinking‑time toggle for the ChatGPT‑5 model that lets Plus and Pro subscribers choose how long the system spends reasoning on a response. The web‑only feature offers Standard and Extended modes for Plus users, while Pro users gain two additional options—Light for the quickest answers and Heavy for deeper reasoning. The toggle appears in the chat window when the Thinking model is selected, but it is not yet available on iOS or Android apps. OpenAI says the control will roll out to mobile in coming weeks. Leer más →

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a preliminary injunction that restricts Google’s conduct in the Google Play Store for a three‑year period ending on November 1, 2027. The order bars Google from tying revenue sharing, payment terms, pre‑installation, and billing requirements to developers’ distribution choices, and it prevents the company from blocking communication about alternative payment methods or app availability outside the Play Store. Both Google and Epic Games will each appoint a member to a three‑person Technical Committee to resolve disputes arising under the order. Leer más →