Two ex-Groq employees have filed a class action lawsuit against the company's former board and CEO, claiming they transferred company technology and personnel to Nvidia as part of a $20 billion deal. The suit, filed in Delaware, questions the valuation and proceeds of the licensing agreement, which included a $17 billion fee and a $3 billion stock pool for engineers. Groq maintains that the deal provided significant value and is pursuing its own technology development independently.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-10-08
Google unveiled a new Gemini AI agent designed to operate seamlessly across multiple apps and devices within enterprise environments. Available through the Gemini Enterprise app, it enables users to assign tasks and communicate with the AI from platforms like Gmail, Drive, and third-party apps such as Slack and Microsoft 365, maintaining context across devices. Currently in private preview, the tool aims to streamline work processes by acting as a virtual coworker with specialized sub-agents for different tasks.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-08
Nudge Security reports that employees create an average of 88 OAuth app grants each, with 31 granting access to sensitive data. These grants often persist long after they are no longer needed, posing security risks. Managing and reviewing these permissions manually is increasingly difficult for IT teams.
bleepingcomputer.com
· 2026-10-08
Amazon has introduced new Kids Tablets that run Android and include access to the Google Play store, alongside features for parental management. The devices come in two sizes, with protective cases and a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids Plus, which offers ad-free content from major brands. A new AI-powered Storybuilder feature is also included to help children create custom stories and comics.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-08
Google has made its SynthID Detector publicly available, allowing users to upload images, videos, and audio to verify if they contain AI-generated or manipulated content. The tool currently detects media created by Google, OpenAI, Nvidia, and Kakao, with Apple support expected soon. It successfully identified embedded SynthID tags in media edited with Apple’s tools, distinguishing them from untouched files.
cnet.com
· 2026-10-08
The Center for Humane Technology is laying off approximately half of its non-founder employees, ending its policy research and litigation activities. The organization will now concentrate on projects led by its founders, including public education and private outreach, following internal debates and recent legal victories against social media companies. The shift aims to streamline efforts amid rising AI risks.
wired.com
· 2026-10-08
A developer has released an open-source, unofficial FUSE-based filesystem that mounts Proton Drive directly into the Linux file system. The tool lists files via Proton's metadata and downloads file content on demand rather than syncing everything upfront, with remote changes propagated through Proton's event feed and local writes buffered before upload. The project is not affiliated with or supported by Proton AG, and the creator describes it as early-stage software that has only been tested on one Proton Drive share.
oss.lsantos.dev
· 2026-10-08
Amazon announced a new lineup of tablets called Alexa Tablets, departing from its traditional Fire branding. These devices run full Android with Google Play access and feature a complete redesign focused on hardware quality, with three models announced for release on October 14th. The flagship Alexa Tablet 12 Pro aims to compete with iPad Mini and standard iPads, emphasizing both performance and versatility.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-08
Amazon has introduced the Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, a $499 device featuring a 12.3-inch display with optional Nanomatte coating that significantly reduces glare. Unlike its Fire tablet lineup, it runs a full version of Android with access to Google Play, and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 chip with up to 12GB of RAM. The device's aluminum body weighs 550 grams and aims to offer a more premium experience.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-08
Google has announced that its Pixel smartphones' Connected Camera feature will now be compatible with eleven additional applications, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Slack. This expansion allows users to utilize their Pixel devices as mini camera studios within these platforms. The update aims to enhance remote communication by integrating Pixel's camera capabilities directly into widely used work apps.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-08
Google released Android Canary 2610, an experimental build that showcases upcoming Pixel customization options and notification features. The update hints at potential new ways for users to personalize their devices and manage alerts. Notably, the HiLight feature is absent in this release, suggesting it may be delayed or removed from this version.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-10-08
Starting Thursday, Google Maps will show petrol and diesel prices at UK fuel stations, sourced from the government’s Fuel Finder scheme. This addition aims to help drivers locate cheaper fuel options amid rising costs, with prices updated within 30 minutes of change as required by law. The feature is already available on Waze, while Apple Maps does not currently display fuel prices.
bbc.co.uk
· 2026-10-07
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