Wednesday 21 October 2026

Technology

21 Oct 2026

OpenAI reportedly acquires Orchestra Bio for life‑science AI

OpenAI announced the purchase of the San Francisco startup Orchestra Bio, adding its AI‑driven drug‑development platform to its Rosalind life‑science suite.

Gaming

21 Oct 2026

Final Fantasy Resonance brings turn‑based RPG to the Switch 2

Square Enix’s new console title mixes classic Final Fantasy charm with a deep, turn‑based battle system and HD‑2D visuals.

Technology

21 Oct 2026

Spotify removes over 50 million AI slop and spam tracks

Spotify says it has taken more than 50 million AI slop and spam tracks from user recommendations this year, while also removing more than 75 million spammy tracks from the platform.

Technology

21 Oct 2026

Google adds Personal Intelligence to car AI

Google has launched an optional Personal Intelligence feature in Gemini for Android Auto and future Google‑built‑in cars, letting the AI tap into users’ Google data for more personalized assistance.

Technology

21 Oct 2026

Apple expands US manufacturing for iPhone Duo and 18 Pro

Apple is adding American partners to produce key parts for its new fold‑in‑hand iPhone Duo and the next‑generation iPhone 18 Pro.