New security controls were unveiled by OpenAI as artificial intelligence systems take on more complex tasks involving the web and third-party applications, increasing exposure to prompt injection attacks. Prompt injection involves attempts by external actors to manipulate AI systems into executing malicious instructions or revealing confidential information. To mitigate these risks, the company launched an optional Lockdown Mode within ChatGPT, designed primarily for high-risk users such as corporate executives and security teams. The company described it as “a new deterministic setting that helps guard data from being inadvertently shared with third parties.” See also: OpenAI Launches Trusted Access Pilot for…
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Samsung Electronics unveiled the Galaxy A07 5G smartphone, introducing artificial intelligence features such as Google Gemini and Circle to Search to a broader segment of users, as part of its strategy to widen access to AI-powered tools across its product lineup. The company said the new device integrates Gemini, which can be activated through the side button to assist with tasks across native Galaxy and select third-party applications. Gemini Live allows users to ask questions and receive information on a range of topics, while Circle to Search enables users to identify or learn more about on-screen content, including images, music…
Toyota Motor North America introduced the 2027 Highlander, an all-electric midsize SUV that marks the brand’s first three-row battery electric vehicle (BEV) for the U.S. market and its first BEV assembled in the United States. The new Highlander, revealed in Ojai, California, will seat up to seven passengers and be offered in XLE and Limited grades. “This new Highlander is designed to be a stylish, high-tech leader in the midsize SUV segment,” said David Christ, group vice president and general manager of the Toyota division at Toyota Motor North America. He added that the vehicle’s design, interior space and technology…
Australia’s online safety regulator has intensified its review of gaming platform Roblox, raising concerns about child safety and warning that the company could face penalties of up to AUD $49.5 million ($35 million) if it fails to meet its obligations under new legislation. The action follows the rollout of stricter online safety rules last year that restrict access to certain digital services for users under 16. Communications Minister Anika Wells and the Office of the eSafety Commissioner have contacted Roblox regarding reports of graphic and harmful user-generated content accessible to minors, and have asked the Australian Classification Board to reconsider…
Gigabyte is partnering with Nvidia to offer a bundled copy of Resident Evil Requiem with eligible graphics cards, desktops and laptops powered by Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 or higher GPUs, as part of a limited-time promotion. The company said the offer applies to products built on Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture under the GeForce RTX 50 Series lineup. In the press release, Gigabyte said the RTX 50 Series GPUs “bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators” and, when combined with its cooling technologies, are intended to deliver smoother gameplay and a more immersive experience in Resident Evil Requiem. See also: Resident Evil…
Spotify expanding its lyrics feature with three new updates, including worldwide lyric translations, offline lyric access for premium subscribers and a redesigned preview layout aimed at increasing engagement. The company said lyrics are among its most-used features, viewed hundreds of millions of times each day as listeners follow songs in real time. In a statement announcing the changes, Spotify said, “Lyrics are one of Spotify’s most popular features, giving fans a richer way to experience the music and artists they love.” See also: Spotify Expands Social Features as Messages Usage Grows The streaming service is making lyric translations available globally…
Samsung Electronics presented its latest commercial display technologies at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, occupying a 1,728 square meter exhibition space and drawing 92,170 visitors over four days, the company said. The booth featured 10 product zones demonstrating applications across retail, corporate, hospitality, education and control room environments. Samsung said its commercial display lineup received multiple industry recognitions during the event, reflecting what it described as strong momentum across the show floor. See also: Samsung Presents AI-powered Education Ecosystem at BETT Exhibition In retail, Samsung highlighted LED and digital signage solutions designed for varied lighting and store layouts. The company…
OpenAI has begun testing advertising in ChatGPT in the United States, marking a new step in how the company funds access to its AI services while seeking to preserve user trust and privacy. The test applies to logged-in adult users on the Free and Go subscription tiers, while paid plans including Pro, Business, Enterprise and Education will remain ad-free, the company said. OpenAI stressed that advertising will not influence responses generated by ChatGPT and that user conversations will not be shared with advertisers. See also: OpenAI Launches Trusted Access Pilot for Advanced Cyber-capable AI Model “Our goal is for ads…
Sony Interactive Entertainment said it will air a new State of Play broadcast this Thursday, offering more than an hour of announcements, gameplay updates and news from game developers around the world, as the company continues to outline its upcoming PlayStation 5 lineup. The February edition of State of Play will highlight third-party and independent games coming to the PS5, alongside updates from teams at PlayStation Studios, Sony said in a statement. The broadcast is scheduled to run for more than 60 minutes and will be streamed live. See also: Third-party App Brings PlayStation Cloud Streaming to PCs and Steam…
Toyota Motor Corp and its partners on Monday unveiled a battery-electric version of the Pixis Van, expanding electrified options for Japan’s commercial vehicle market as companies seek cleaner solutions for last-mile deliveries. The new Pixis Van BEV is designed to maintain the model’s existing practicality, including a large cargo area and easy loading, while offering quieter and smoother driving performance typical of electric vehicles. The model has a cruising range of 257 km, which the company says is sufficient to cover a full day of deliveries or business use. “The new BEV model aims to fully meet customer needs by…