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OpenAI has released GPT-5.4, a new flagship AI model that moves beyond simple chat responses and into real computer control. The model—available in ChatGPT as “GPT-5.4 Thinking”—is also accessible through the OpenAI API and the company’s coding tool OpenAI Codex. A Windows version of Codex was recently introduced, allowing developers to run the AI model directly within coding workflows. AI that can act, not just answer The most notable feature of GPT-5.4 is its ability to interact with a computer through AI agent systems. Instead of simply explaining how to complete a task, the model can trigger actions such as…

Microsoft has revealed early details about its next-generation Xbox console, currently codenamed Project Helix, and it could blur the line between consoles and PCs more than ever before. The announcement came from Asha Sharma, the new executive vice president and chief executive of Microsoft Gaming. In a post on X, Sharma said the upcoming console will “lead in performance” and will be able to run both Xbox titles and PC games. The system, known internally as Project Helix, is expected to represent the next major step for the Xbox platform. Sharma also shared a graphic related to the project and…

With PC upgrade costs climbing, peripherals may be the smarter investment right now. One standout deal is a 27-inch OLED gaming monitor from MSI, currently available for about $400. The 27-inch display features a 2560×1440 resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate, a combination widely considered the sweet spot for modern PC gaming. The OLED panel delivers deep blacks and vibrant colors, while the high refresh rate and 0.03ms response time make it fast enough for competitive titles. The monitor supports both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, ensuring smooth performance regardless of your graphics card. Connectivity includes HDMI and DisplayPort, along…

More than 350 cybersecurity experts from 30 countries have signed an open letter warning about the risks of implementing broad online age verification systems without sufficient safeguards. The letter follows controversy surrounding age verification requirements on platforms such as Discord. While the signatories acknowledge the need to protect children from harmful online content, they caution that poorly designed regulations could create new privacy and security risks. “We share the concerns about the negative effects that exposure to harmful content online has on children,” the letter states. “However, we fear that, if implemented without careful consideration of the technological hazards and…

Affordable computers could soon become much harder to find. According to research firm Gartner, surging memory prices may significantly raise PC costs in the short term—and could ultimately push entry-level PCs out of the market by 2028. The primary driver behind the spike is the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure. Data centers building out AI capabilities are consuming vast amounts of DRAM and SSD storage, leaving reduced supply for consumer hardware manufacturers. Gartner expects prices for DRAM and SSD components to rise by roughly 130 percent by the end of 2026. As a result, average PC prices could increase by…

The future of HBO and HBO Max is suddenly in question following a surprise merger agreement between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global. After Netflix reportedly stepped back from pursuing Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount moved quickly to strike a deal. The agreement, announced late Friday, still requires regulatory approval—but it has already sparked speculation about what a combined streaming platform could look like. Speaking during an investor call, Paramount CEO David Ellison emphasized that HBO’s core brand would remain intact. “HBO should stay HBO,” he said, adding that the network would continue to operate independently. However, Ellison also confirmed plans…

A new California law could soon change how you set up your PC or smartphone. The Digital Age Assurance Act, signed into law last October, may begin affecting device software as early as July—even though formal enforcement starts in 2027. The law requires operating systems to provide a way for devices to “understand” the age of their users. The goal is to ensure that other regulations, such as the federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA), can be automatically applied based on age categories: under 13, 13–15, 16–17, or 18 and older. In practical terms, this means that when setting…

Instagram is introducing a new safety feature designed to notify parents if their teenage children repeatedly search for content related to suicide or self-harm within a short period of time. Announced via Meta’s newsroom, the feature applies to families who use Instagram’s parental monitoring tools for teen accounts. When a pattern of sensitive search activity is detected, parents will receive a “teen safety alert” through the app, email, text message, or even WhatsApp. In addition to the alert itself, parents will be provided with guidance from mental health experts on how to approach potentially difficult conversations in a supportive and…

Even something as ordinary as a spreadsheet can become part of a global cyber campaign. Google says it has disrupted a wide-ranging espionage operation that used Google Sheets as a backdoor communication channel. According to Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, working alongside its cybersecurity arm Mandiant, the activity is linked to a China-affiliated threat group known as UNC2814. The campaign reportedly leveraged the Google Sheets API to create a covert channel for collecting system information from compromised targets. Rather than infecting victims in the traditional sense, the operation functioned as a stealthy data-gathering mechanism. The attackers used the spreadsheet infrastructure to…

Acer’s Swift lineup typically sits above its entry-level budget machines, which makes this refurbished deal stand out. The Acer Swift Go 14 is currently available through Acer’s official eBay store for $371.99—more than half off its original retail pricing. This configuration includes 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a generous 1TB SSD, which is notably more storage than many new laptops in the $500 range offer. For everyday productivity, multitasking, and long-term usability, 16GB is generally considered the practical minimum for Windows 11 systems. Powering the device is an Intel Core Ultra 5 7155H processor based on Intel’s Meteor Lake architecture,…