Xbox Game Pass: August 2025 Lineup Includes Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Gears of War: Reloaded

August may start slow on Xbox Game Pass, but it’s quickly gearing up with both indie gems and big-name blockbusters for subscribers. Wave 1: Early August Releases Then on August 7: On August 12: Finally, August 14 sees 9 Kings (Game Preview) join for Ultimate and PC users. 🌟 Day-One Release: Coming Mid-Month đź”± Big Highlight: Gears of War: Reloaded (Aug 26) 🗓️ … Read more

Apple’s iPhone 17 May Ditch All Buttons, Leak Suggests Radical Redesign

According to a new leak, Apple is testing a completely buttonless design for the iPhone 17, replacing physical buttons with haptic feedback zones. If true, it marks the most significant hardware redesign since the iPhone X. Why It Matters:This shift could redefine how users interact with devices and impact accessory markets and repair industries

UN Urges Tech Sector to Switch to Renewable-Powered Data Centers

Summary:UN Secretary-General AntĂłnio Guterres has called on major tech firms to commit to building renewable-powered data centers by 2030. With data center growth increasing carbon emissions, Guterres emphasized solar, wind, and clean power as the sustainable path forward. Why It Matters:Data centers are among the fastest-growing energy consumers globally. A tech-sector pivot to renewables could significantly reduce … Read more

China Proposes Global AI Governance Organization at Wuzhen Summit

Summary:At the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, China’s Premier Li Qiang proposed the creation of a global AI governance organization to foster cooperation among nations, especially the Global South, and prevent AI competition from being monopolized by just a few countries. Why It Matters:This progress shows that resilience and aid efforts are working—but fragility remains … Read more

UK’s Online Safety Act Begins July 25 — Social Platforms Under Scrutiny

Summary:Starting July 25, UK platforms will have to comply with the Online Safety Act. Ofcom mandates age verification for sensitive content and stronger protections for minors, or face fines and criminal liability. Why It Matters:This is the first major digital content regulation of its kind — affecting everything from privacy to platform design — and … Read more

Intel Shares Drop as Company Reports Surprise Loss

Summary:Intel stock fell nearly 6% after the company posted an unexpected quarterly loss despite revenue beating expectations. The company also announced plans to reduce its workforce by 15% and slow international chip facility development. Why It Matters:This signals challenges to Intel’s turnaround efforts, especially amid mounting competition in chipmaking and emerging AI infrastructure demands. Workforce … Read more

YouTube Ends Trending Page in July 2025, Introduces AI‑Driven Discovery Tools

Summary:YouTube has officially removed its Trending and Trending Now pages in July 2025. The platform is replacing them with AI-powered recommendation tools, personalized Explore pages, and category-specific charts designed for local relevance. Why It Matters:This marks a dramatic shift from broad popularity signals to hyper-personalized content discovery. Creators aiming for visibility will need to adapt to … Read more

NVIDIA Rolls Out DGX Spark and Station AI Workstations with Major OEMs

Summary:NVIDIA has officially launched its DGX Spark (mini AI supercomputer) and DGX Station (high-end AI workstation) across OEM partners including HP, Dell, ASUS, Lenovo, MSI, and Acer. These AI-ready desktop systems are powered by the Grace Blackwell platform and are expected to ship starting in July 2025 Why It Matters:These systems bring GPU-powered workstation performance … Read more

NVIDIA N1X ARM CPU Launch Delayed Until Early 2026

Summary: NVIDIA’s upcoming N1X line of ARM-based desktop CPUs, developed with MediaTek, has been delayed until early 2026. Originally expected at Computex 2025, the delay stems from design revisions, reduced notebook demand, and Microsoft’s slow progress on its next‑generation Windows OS. Why It Matters:These CPUs, which could rival RTX 4070-class performance with much lower power … Read more

OpenAI Launches Voice-Only ChatGPT App for iPhone Users

Summary:OpenAI has released a new iOS app that lets users interact with ChatGPT using only voice. Powered by GPT-4o, the app offers fast, human-like responses and is optimized for hands-free interaction. Why It Matters:This could reshape how people use AI daily, making it more accessible for drivers, students, and those with visual impairments. It also … Read more