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Cloudflare announced plans to become a publicly trusted Certificate Authority, issuing both standard TLS certificates and new post-quantum Merkle Tree Certificates. The company also agreed to acquire root CA key material from GlobalSign to gain broad trust across existing browsers and devices without requiring website operators to change tools.
Apple released Final Cut Camera version 2.4, adding a redesigned interface with easier access to settings. The update also brings support for iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture (f/1.48 to f/4), including shutter priority, aperture priority and manual modes, plus Cinematic mode effects in ProRes and Apple Log. The app requires an Apple Creator Studio subscription priced at $12.99 monthly or $129 annually.
Reuters reports that McDonald's has deployed AI-based dynamic pricing tools across US and some global franchise locations, adjusting menu prices based on local 'customer willingness to pay.' Documents reviewed by Reuters show a Big Mac priced $5.69 at one Fresno store and $6.89 at another two miles away, and McDonald's now requires franchisees to 'constructively engage' with its approved pricing tools while tracking deviations from algorithmic recommendations.
An Entrepreneur contributor article lays out a framework for retailers selecting wholesale products, urging them to start by defining their target customer before researching demand through search trends, competitor stocking and seasonality checks. It also recommends calculating profit margins, vetting suppliers, testing products at small scale, and considering inventory and storage needs before committing to bulk purchases.
Google confirmed that existing Chromebooks will keep receiving regular updates and security patches under its Auto Update policy through mid-2034. After that, newer commercial Chromebook models with 10-year update support extending past 2034 will be eligible to switch to the newly announced Googlebook OS, though Google says more migration details are coming soon.
Huntress researchers found a custom ChatGPT variant named 'Plus 5.6', promoted via sponsored Google search results, that redirects users to a fake Google Sites page mimicking a Cloudflare check. That page instructs visitors to run a PowerShell command which installs a signed application alongside a malicious DLL, deploying a remote access trojan. Huntress says it has investigated at least 40 related incidents, and OpenAI plans to retire the custom GPTs feature on December 11.
Amazon has discounted the limited-edition Anker Prime Power Bank Black Myth: Wukong Edition by $50, to $149.99 from its $199.99 list price. The device is a Black Myth: Wukong-themed version of Anker's Prime 20K power bank, offering a 20,100mAh battery, up to 220W total output across three ports, TSA-friendly design, and two-way fast charging.
President Trump announced the launch of America.gov, an AI chatbot designed to help citizens find government services and information across federal websites. Google confirmed it is a partner and that its Gemini model powers part of the tool, though it remains unclear whether other AI companies are involved. Trump described it as a single access point replacing the need to search through numerous government websites and rules.
Microsoft has restructured Xbox Game Pass into four tiers—Essential ($9.99/month), Premium ($14.99/month), PC Game Pass ($13.99/month) and Ultimate ($22.99/month)—each offering different game libraries and features. Throughout 2026, Microsoft adjusted subscription prices and altered cloud gaming access, including new streaming limits, changing what subscribers get at each price point.
Apple has issued iOS 26.7.1 for devices still on iOS 26 or earlier to fix a security vulnerability in its CoreGraphics framework. The company says the flaw may have been exploited in a highly sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals, and could allow arbitrary code execution. Users on iOS 27 are unaffected but should still install iOS 27.0.1 to stay current.
Amazon has discounted its Kindle Kids 16GB e-reader from $179.99 to $122.99, a 32% price cut. The device, aimed at children aged 6 and up, features a 6-inch glare-free e-ink display, USB-C charging, weeks of battery life, a kid-friendly cover and a 6-month Amazon Kids+ subscription. It is ad-free and includes parental controls for managing reading time and content.
Google is rolling out a new feature in Contacts version 4.88.28.981523105 that lets users include their custom Calling Card data when exporting or sharing a .vcf contact file. The update also adds a 'View archived info' section that logs previous versions of a user's 'Your info' data.