2025-12-20

Google's open standard lets AI agents build user interfaces on the fly

Google's new A2UI standard gives AI agents the ability to create graphical interfaces on the fly. Instead of just sending text, AIs can now generate forms, buttons, and other UI elements that ble [...]

2025-12-20

Google Assistant will stick around a bit longer than expected for some Android users

Google wanted to remove Assistant from most Android phones by the end of 2025 and replace it with Gemini. But now the company has announced that it needs a bit more time to make its AI assistant the n [...]

2025-12-20

Governor Hochul signs New York's AI safety act

New York governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation on Friday aimed at holding large AI developers accountable for the safety of their models. The RAISE Act establishes rules for greater transparency, r [...]

2025-12-20

How Europe’s new carbon tax on imported goods will change global trade

The new regulation arrives on New Year's Day. [...]

2025-12-20

Valve discontinued the last remaining LCD model of the Steam Deck

If you still haven't bought into the Steam Deck craze, it'll cost you a little extra to take the plunge now since Valve is only offering OLED models. Valve announced in a note on its Steam D [...]

2025-12-19

I tested the Ricoh GR IV compact camera — it’s a surprising upgrade, for good and for bad

The long-awaited Ricoh GR IV delivers several improvements over its six-year-old predecessor, including a new 26MP stabilized sensor and better battery life. [...]

2025-12-19

Android 16 users can get early access to 163 new emojis that'll soon be everywhere – here’s how

You can now test out Trombone, Landslide, and Distorted Face in the Android 16 QPR3 beta. [...]

2025-12-19

Disney Inches Closer to 3D-Printed Attractions With a Jungle Cruise Polymer Prop Canoe

3D-printed boats? Anything is possible when Disney's Imagineers combine forces with new tech companies. [...]

2025-12-19

Firefox responds to AI backlash by promising a 'kill switch' for turning off controversial new features

The Firefox browser will soon include an AI ‘kill switch’ that will turn off all AI features, Mozilla has promised. [...]