Stories by Usman Qureshi
NATO Approves iPhone, iPad Use for Sensitive Data
iPhone and iPad have been approved as the first and only consumer devices in compliance with the information assurance requirements of NATO nations.
OpenAI Poaches Top Talent from Meta
OpenAI has hired Srinivas Narayanan, a former Meta executive, as the competition for top-tier artificial intelligence talent continues to heat up.
Meta to Notify Parents of Risky Teen Search Behaviour
Meta is launching alerts to notify parents if teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm terms on Instagram. The feature rolls out in Canada next week.
Burger King’s ‘Patty’ AI Coming Soon to Canada
Burger King is bringing its AI assistant, Patty, to Canadian restaurants. The OpenAI-powered bot tracks employee friendliness and inventory through headsets.
EA Set to Go Private in $55 Billion Deal
Electronic Arts hits $3 billion in bookings thanks to Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC. The company is now preparing for a $55 billion deal to go private.
New Age Checks Rolling Out in App Store
Apple is updating App Store rules for age ratings and verification in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana to comply with new local laws.
Discord Delays Age Verification Rollout
Discord is delaying its global age verification rollout until late 2026. The company admits it missed the mark and is now focusing on better privacy options.
New Budget MacBook: Here Are the Rumoured Compromises
New leaks reveal 8 limitations for Apple’s rumored budget MacBook, including an iPhone chip and no True Tone. Here is what to expect before the March launch.
Apple Shareholders Approve Tim Cook’s $74 Million Pay
At its 2026 annual meeting earlier today, Apple's shareholders approved executive pay for CEO Tim Cook, while rejecting a China audit proposal.
Meta Signs Massive AI Chip Deal with AMD
Meta is partnering with AMD to deploy 6 gigawatts of AI power. The deal includes custom MI450 chips and could give Meta a 10 percent stake in AMD by 2026.
Google’s ProducerAI Lets You Create Songs
Google has integrated ProducerAI into Google Labs, allowing users to create three-minute studio-quality tracks and custom instruments with simple text.
Apple Hits Record Market Share in Europe
Apple hit a record 27% market share in Europe in 2025 according to research firm Omdia. Despite a slight dip in total sales, iPhone 16 demand remains strong.