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  Apple Sued by West Virginia: Allegations of Turning iCloud into a "Dark Haven" for CSAM In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, the West Virginia Attorney General officially filed a lawsuit against Apple on February 19, 2026. The lawsuit levels a severe accusation: that Apple has allowed its iCloud platform to become one of the world's largest repositories for Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) . Privacy as a "Double-Edged Sword" Attorney General JB McCuskey stated in the filing that Apple is fully aware of how its cloud storage is being exploited to hide illicit content but has chosen to "take no significant action." The most damning part of the complaint cites alleged internal Apple communications, where employees reportedly described their own system as the "largest platform for the distribution of CSAM." The lawsuit argues that Apple’s highly touted encryption and privacy features have inadvertently become a ...

  Canva Hits $4 Billion Revenue Milestone: Harnessing AI and Enterprise Growth Ahead of Future IPO Cliff Obrecht , COO and Co-founder of Canva , has revealed impressive performance metrics for the past fiscal year, cementing the platform’s position as a global leader in visual communication. Canva’s user base has surged to over 265 million accounts , with 31 million paid subscribers driving annual recurring revenue (ARR) past the $4 billion mark. Enterprise and AI: The Twin Engines of Growth A standout highlight in the report is Canva’s success in the corporate sector. Revenue from Enterprise customers jumped by over 100%, reaching $500 million . The company also attributes its momentum to its aggressive AI strategy. Canva’s AI-powered tools , which allow users to generate micro-apps and websites via simple text prompts, now boast over 10 million monthly active users . Obrecht noted that this specific focus provides a unique competitive edge over other design platforms. The "LL...

eBay Acquires Gen-Z Favorite "Depop" from Etsy in $1.2 Billion All-Cash Deal eBay has officially announced the acquisition of Depop , a leading peer-to-peer (C2C) social shopping platform for secondhand fashion, from Etsy for $1.2 billion in an all-cash transaction. The Valuation Gap: Etsy’s Strategic Exit Etsy originally acquired Depop in 2021 for $1.625 billion , meaning this sale represents a significant loss in valuation. This move aligns with Etsy’s current broader strategy to divest from specialized subsidiaries acquired during the pandemic-era e-commerce boom. Over the past year, Etsy has been offloading various assets, including the musical instrument marketplace Reverb and the Brazilian handmade marketplace Elo7 . Depop by the Numbers Depop remains a powerhouse in the "re-commerce" sector, particularly among younger demographics. Key performance metrics from the past year include: Gross Merchandise Value (GMV): Approximately $1 billion . Active Communi...

  Missing Chat History: Google Gemini Users Report Widespread Sidebar Glitch According to reports from PiunikaWeb , a significant number of Google Gemini users are experiencing a sudden disappearance of their conversation history from the platform's sidebar. This issue appears to be widespread, affecting free-tier users as well as premium subscribers on Gemini Pro and Gemini Business plans. The "Empty Sidebar" Mystery Discussions on Reddit and Google’s official support forums reveal that months or even years of accumulated chat logs have vanished, leaving users with a blank interface. However, there is a silver lining: users have noted that their prompt history remains visible within Google’s "My Activity" dashboard on both mobile and web. This suggests that the data itself has not been permanently deleted. Instead, the glitch appears to be a server-side loading error , where the application is temporarily unable to retrieve and display stored logs from Goog...

  The Ray Tracing Reality Check: Why Hardware RT Still Isn't the Industry Standard in 2025 Despite NVIDIA’s relentless push for hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing (RT) since the launch of the GeForce RTX 20 Series in 2018, the landscape in 2025 tells a surprisingly different story. Nearly eight years after its debut as the supposed "future of gaming," Ray Tracing has yet to become the universal standard for the PC gaming industry. By the Numbers: Low Adoption in AAA Titles A recent report from PC Gamer highlights a stagnant trend: out of the top 21 most popular PC games of 2025, only five AAA titles fully utilize hardware-accelerated ray tracing. This adoption rate remains remarkably low for a technology that has been on the market for nearly a decade. The hesitation is even more apparent in the AA segment. Titles like Stellar Blade , Split Fiction , and Nioh 3 have entirely bypassed the feature. Even heavy hitters like Monster Hunter Wilds have opted for a conservative...

Google Officially Unveils Pixel 10a: A Refined "Minor Change" with Satellite Connectivity As previously teased, Google has officially pulled the curtain back on the Pixel 10a . It’s safe to call this a "minimalist evolution" of the Pixel 9a, featuring a design so familiar it’s almost indistinguishable from its predecessor save for a camera housing that now sits even flatter, almost flush with the chassis. Familiar Internals with Subtle Upgrades In a first for the A-series, the Pixel 10a does not receive a processor bump, sticking with the Tensor G4 chip. Most core specs remain unchanged, including the battery capacity and the 48MP+13MP camera array. However, Google has introduced several meaningful "quality-of-life" improvements: Brighter Display: The screen is now 11% brighter and protected by the more durable Gorilla Glass 7i . Faster Charging: Wired charging speeds have been bumped up to 30W . Safety First: The 10a now supports Satellite SOS , allow...

Manus Unveils "Manus Agents": Bringing Powerful Autonomous Assistants to Your Favorite Chat Apps Manus , the high-profile Agentic AI startup acquired by Meta in late 2025, has officially launched its latest feature: Manus Agents . This update integrates the platform’s advanced autonomous assistants directly into popular messaging apps, starting with Telegram as its launch platform. The Full Power of Manus, Now in Your Pocket The core functionality of Manus Agents mirrors the experience of using the dedicated Manus web or mobile application. Users can delegate complex, multi-step tasks to the AI such as market research, travel planning, or workflow automation simply by sending a message. The primary goal is to provide a seamless user experience by meeting customers on the communication platforms they already use daily. Cross-Platform Expansion on the Horizon While the feature is currently exclusive to Telegram, Manus has signaled an aggressive expansion strategy. The company...

  Social Media on Trial: Tech Giants Face Lawsuit Over "Addictive" Platforms and Youth Mental Health A high-stakes legal battle has commenced at the Los Angeles Superior Court this week, as social media corporations face allegations of deliberately designing "addictive" platforms. The plaintiffs argue that these design choices have inflicted severe psychological harm on young users, leading to increased rates of stress, depression, and dangerous copycat behaviors. The Stand: Meta and Google Fight Back While TikTok and Snapchat recently opted to settle their respective portions of the lawsuit, Meta (Instagram) and Google (YouTube) have chosen to contest the charges in court. Analysts suggest that the outcome of this case could set a historic precedent, potentially subjecting social media to the same strict regulations as the tobacco or gambling industries , which are legally required to implement anti-addiction safeguards. Key Testimonies: Engagement vs. Connect...

Sony Patents Revolutionary "Hybrid Streaming" Technology: AAA Games Under 1 GB? As reported by Tech4Gamers , a newly discovered patent from Sony suggests a radical solution to the ever-increasing size of AAA games. With modern titles frequently exceeding 100GB, Sony is exploring a concept that could shrink local game files down to just a few hundred megabytes by utilizing real-time asset streaming. The Hybrid Approach: Logic on Device, Assets in the Cloud The patent describes a two-tier system designed to eliminate the drawbacks of traditional cloud gaming: The Local Tier: Core game logic, physics, and executable files are downloaded and run directly on the player’s hardware. This ensures that control inputs remain instantaneous, effectively solving the "input lag" or latency issues commonly found in full cloud gaming services. The Streaming Tier: High-demand assets, such as 4K textures, complex 3D models, and lossless audio, are streamed in real-time from high-s...

Google DeepMind Unveils Lyria 3: The Multimodal AI Powerhouse Redefining Music Creation Google DeepMind has launched Lyria 3 , its most advanced AI music generation model to date. Setting itself apart from predecessors, Lyria 3 moves beyond simple text prompts to a truly "multimodal" understanding of context, emotion, and visual aesthetics. Beyond Text: Music Inspired by Sight One of Lyria 3’s standout features is its ability to analyze images and videos to generate matching soundtracks. Visual-to-Audio: Upload a photo of a sunset or a short video clip, and Lyria 3 will analyze the mood, color palette, and movement to compose an automated soundtrack that perfectly fits the vibe. Full Production Suite: In addition to its text-to-music capabilities (e.g., "Upbeat pop for a football practice session" ), the model generates lyrics, high-fidelity vocals, and even album art using the integrated Nano Banana image model. Studio Quality in Seconds Currently in its Beta...

Emergency Alert: Google Issues Urgent Chrome Update to Patch First Zero-Day Exploit of 2026 Google has released a critical emergency security update for Google Chrome to address a high-severity vulnerability identified as CVE-2026-2441 . With a risk score of 8.8/10 , this flaw is the first major zero-day exploit of 2026, and Google has confirmed reports that it is already being actively exploited "in the wild." The Vulnerability: How the Attack Works The flaw stems from a memory management error within the browser. By tricking a user into visiting a "Specially Crafted HTML Page," an attacker can bypass Chrome's robust Sandbox security. Once bypassed, the hacker can execute malicious code on the victim's machine to steal sensitive data, install malware, or take partial control of the browser often without any visible signs of intrusion. Is Your Chrome Secure? Check Your Version Google has deployed the patch to the Chrome Stable Channel. If you are running a ...

Google Unveils "Glimmer" A Groundbreaking Interface Designed for the Android XR Era Google has officially introduced Glimmer , a specialized user interface designed specifically for the upcoming wave of Android XR smart glasses. Characterized by its translucent, glass-like aesthetic, Glimmer draws subtle comparisons to Apple’s visionOS but is built on a foundation of unique technical necessity. The Death of the Rectangular Screen Google’s design team explained that traditional UI was built for the constraints of rectangular displays. However, with AI glasses, the "screen" is merely a small portion of the user’s entire field of vision. This shift required a complete rethink of design principles due to several hardware limitations: The "True Black" Problem: Glass-based displays cannot render pure black. Ambient Interference: External light can easily wash out images, making text unreadable. Color Blending: Vibrant colors often "sink" or bleed i...

Figma Partners with Anthropic: Transforming Ideas into Editable UI via Claude Code Figma has announced a groundbreaking integration with Anthropic , allowing designers and developers to leverage Claude Code to generate user interfaces directly within Figma. This partnership bridges the gap between conceptual thinking and high-fidelity prototyping, enabling users to transform verbal or written ideas into fully editable Figma files instantly. How It Works The integration utilizes the Model Context Protocol (MCP) , a new standard that allows AI models to interact with external tools. To use this feature: Install the Figma MCP within your development environment. Direct Claude Code to generate a design. Simply type the command: "Send this to Figma." The UI will then appear in Figma as organized layers and components, ready for further refinement by the design team. The heart of this news is MCP, an open protocol promoted by Anthropic to extend AI beyond chat functionality and ...

Mozilla to End Firefox Support for Windows 7 and 8.1 in February 2026 Mozilla has officially announced the final curtain call for Firefox support on legacy operating systems, specifically Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 . This decision comes years after Microsoft themselves terminated mainstream support for these platforms in 2020, followed by the conclusion of paid extended security updates in early 2023. The End of the ESR Lifeline For the past few years, Firefox users on these older systems have been locked into Version 115 . However, because this version was part of the Extended Support Release (ESR) cycle, Mozilla continued to provide vital security patches to protect users from emerging threats. This lifeline is now reaching its end. Mozilla confirmed that the final security patches for these versions will be dispatched by the end of February 2026 . After this date, the browser will no longer receive updates, leaving users vulnerable to security exploits. The Last Major Browser to ...

Meta to Phase Out Standalone Messenger.com Starting April 2026 In a recent update to its help center pages, Facebook announced that the standalone web portal for its messaging service, Messenger.com , will be discontinued effective April 2026 . This move aligns with Meta’s broader strategy of consolidating its services, following the earlier retirement of the Messenger desktop application. The Shift to Integrated Messaging While the dedicated domain is being retired, the ability to chat via web browsers remains available. Users who attempt to access Messenger.com after the deadline will be automatically redirected to facebook.com/messages . Key takeaways from the update: Web Users: Messaging will now be centralized within the main Facebook website interface. Mobile Users: No changes are being made to the Messenger mobile app on iOS and Android; users can continue to chat as usual. Desktop Legacy: This marks the final step in moving away from standalone desktop-class entry points f...