Amazon's Fallout characters are coming to Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 01 Reloaded

Microsoft has officially announced the discontinuation of the RC4 encryption cipher, which has been a significant vulnerability exploited in numerous cyberattacks over the years. This decision is part of a broader initiative to enhance security protocols by implementing AES-SHA1 encryption and additional network protections.

LG has announced that users will now be able to delete the previously unremovable Microsoft Copilot shortcut on its smart TVs. This change follows the integration of the Copilot app into LG televisions, which had previously been a point of contention among users.

Two dozen leading artificial intelligence companies, including Microsoft and Google, have joined the U.S. federal government's 'Genesis Mission,' initiated by the Trump administration to enhance the application of AI in scientific research and energy projects.

Amazon has launched a new Alexa-powered Ring doorbell that features personalized visitor greetings, enhancing user interaction at the front door. This innovation allows the doorbell to greet and converse with visitors, making it a more interactive home security device.

Anthropic has announced the launch of its Agent Skills technology as an open standard, aiming to enhance the capabilities of AI assistants in the enterprise software market. This initiative includes organization-wide management tools and a directory of partner-built skills from notable companies such as Atlassian, Figma, and Canva.

Microsoft is currently facing issues with its Windows applications following the December 2025 Patch Tuesday update, which has disrupted functionality for some users. The company has advised businesses to reach out directly for fixes, indicating that the resolution process is ongoing and not yet complete.

Todd Howard, director and executive producer at Bethesda Game Studios, has confirmed that the upcoming Fallout 5 will exist in a narrative context influenced by Amazon's Fallout TV series, indicating a significant crossover between gaming and television storytelling.

A recent study has revealed that Amazon's algorithmic pricing practices are leading to erratic and inflated costs for school districts, raising concerns about the financial implications for educational institutions. The findings suggest that the pricing strategies employed by Amazon may not be conducive to the budgeting needs of these districts.