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[Amazon] Amazon highlights investments in satellite connectivity, responsible AI, and sustainability at UN General Assembly

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:42:11 GMT

Amazon has expanded its Project Kuiper satellite internet infrastructure to include deployment initiatives in South Africa. The company has also reached a cumulative capacity of 42 gigawatts of renewable energy generation.

[Xbox] Hela: Of Mice & Magic Launching on Xbox Game Pass on December 1, 2026

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:01:26 GMT

The 3D co-op adventure game Hela: Of Mice & Magic is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass on December 1, 2026. The title features a unique brewing and remedy-based progression system that unlocks new environmental traversal capabilities.

[GitHub Copilot] Should you read the code, is RAG dead, and did Skills kill MCP?

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The announcement confirms the release of a new GitHub Podcast episode discussing the current state of AI development tools. No specific software features, API updates, or model version changes were introduced in this communication.

[Meta] Prostujemy: fakty o walce z oszukańczymi reklamami w Polsce

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:55:13 GMT

Meta clarifies that its automated ad removal systems utilize a broad spectrum of policy enforcement criteria beyond fraud detection. The company explicitly rejects the methodology used in the Instrat report, citing the misuse of EU-wide reach data to estimate Polish-specific ad revenue.

[Xbox] Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 21 to 25

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Xbox is expanding its software library with the release of the title 'CONTROL Resonant'. This update adds new playable content to the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC platforms.

[Google] New experts join Google’s AI & Economy team

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Google has expanded its internal AI & Economy research division by onboarding a cohort of academic advisors and external fellows. This initiative integrates external economic expertise into the development of Google's internal AI research roadmap.

[JetBrains] The AIDEs Framework: How We Built a “Theory of Everything” for AI Development Tools

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:52:30 GMT

JetBrains has introduced the AIDEs framework to standardize the integration of AI models into their development toolchain. This framework establishes a unified architecture for managing AI-driven code generation, refactoring, and context-aware assistance across their IDE ecosystem.

[JetBrains] Making Local AI Smarter and Faster

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:42:27 GMT

JetBrains has released the Junie Local update to enable the execution of more capable AI models directly on local machines. This update addresses previous performance trade-offs by optimizing the local inference capabilities of coding agents.

[PlayStation] Control Resonant: How Remedy is going bigger and weirder with its paranatural horror sequel on September 24

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:08 GMT

Remedy Entertainment is launching the sequel Control Resonant exclusively for the PlayStation 5 platform. The title expands the game environment beyond the original Oldest House setting into new cityscapes featuring a new protagonist.

[Google] Co-creating the future of fashion with Google

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Google worked side-by-side with designers Jane Wade and Sergio Hudson to custom-design Google Flow to...

[JetBrains] Your diff has a demo now with Junie /demo

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:51:27 GMT

JetBrains has introduced a new '/demo' mode for its AI agent, Junie, designed to automate the execution and verification of code changes. This feature allows the AI to launch the application and navigate to specific screens to validate functional flows after code implementation.

[Deel] How to Recover Laptops From Employees in Czechia

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:22:18 GMT

Deel has expanded its IT lifecycle management services to include automated hardware recovery workflows for employees based in the Czech Republic. This update integrates local Czech Labor Code compliance and GDPR-compliant logistics directly into the Deel IT platform.

[JetBrains] Ktor 3.6.0 Is Now Available!

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:45:56 GMT

Ktor 3.6.0 introduces native typed authentication for OpenID Connect and adds HTTP/3 support for the Netty engine. The release also updates Kotlin Multiplatform client defaults and refines routing and request handling mechanisms.

[Vercel] OpenAI Launches GPT-6 Astra Model on AI Gateway

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:45:47 GMT

OpenAI released the GPT-6 Astra model on September 3, 2026, capturing 7.7% of total gateway spend in its first twelve days. The model launched at the same price point as Anthropic's Fable 5.1 but secured double the market share.

[Vercel] skills CLI v1.7.0 Adds Notion Integration for Agent Skills

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:45:38 GMT

The skills CLI version 1.7.0 introduces support for Notion-hosted agent skills, allowing users to install skills directly from Notion pages. This integration eliminates the requirement for Git repositories by utilizing the new Notion Agent Skills API.

[Vercel] Vercel Sandbox Adds Support for Harbor Benchmarking Framework

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:45:04 GMT

Vercel Sandbox now supports running Harbor evaluations, including Terminal-Bench, by utilizing isolated Firecracker microVMs. This integration requires Harbor version 0.22.0 or later and enables parallelized benchmarking across multiple AI models via AI Gateway.

[Vercel] Vercel Enables Per-Deployment Turbo Build Machine Opt-in

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:44:56 GMT

Vercel now allows developers to enable Turbo build machines on a per-deployment basis using Git commit messages, Vercel CLI, or the REST API. This provides temporary resource scaling for specific builds without requiring global project setting modifications.

[Vercel] Vercel CLI v59.16.0 Introduces Sub-second Artifact Deployments

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:44:14 GMT

Vercel CLI version 59.16.0 enables sub-second deployments for static artifacts by bypassing the build step. This feature supports directories containing up to 10 HTML or Markdown files with a maximum total size of 5 MB.

[Vercel] Vercel AI Gateway Adds Support for GLM 5.3 FlashX Model

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:43:37 GMT

Vercel AI Gateway now supports the GLM 5.3 FlashX model, enabling high-speed inference at approximately 200 tokens per second. This integration allows developers to utilize the model within coding agents and interactive applications via the unified AI Gateway API.

[Deel] Reduce M&A Integration Costs With an EOR

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:26:18 GMT

Deel has introduced a specialized workflow for M&A transitions using its Employer of Record (EOR) service. The solution integrates Deel Hire and plan contracts to consolidate payroll and benefits management for acquired workforces.

[Deel] 5 Best PEOs for Startups: Pros and Cons

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:13:50 GMT

Deel has published a comparative analysis of five Professional Employer Organization (PEO) providers tailored for startup requirements. The content provides a structured breakdown of feature sets, pricing models, and customer feedback metrics for these specific third-party services.

[Deel] How to Shift from Fixed to Flexible Workforce Planning

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:46:52 GMT

Deel has introduced a workforce planning module that integrates EOR employees and independent contractors into a unified dashboard. The platform now supports automated cost scenario modeling and rolling HR and finance review cycles.

[Apple] The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:02:14 GMT

Apple has officially released the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 to global retail locations. These devices represent the latest hardware iteration in their respective product categories.

[Amazon] What AWS's CTO told employees about the future of AI

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:40:57 GMT

AWS CTO Matt Wood presented a live demonstration of generative AI capabilities during the AWS Global Meeting. The announcement serves as a strategic positioning of AI as the next foundational shift comparable to the early adoption of cloud computing.

[Amazon] What AWS's chief AI and technology officer told employees about the future of AI

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:40:57 GMT

AWS Chief AI and Technology Officer Matt Wood presented a live demonstration of current AI capabilities during the AWS Global Meeting. The presentation focused on framing the current state of generative AI as analogous to the early developmental stages of cloud computing.

[DigitalOcean] The Next Step for Mission-Critical Workloads: Managed Databases Advanced Edition

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:18 GMT

DigitalOcean has launched the General Availability of Managed Databases Advanced Edition for MySQL and PostgreSQL. The release introduces integrated proxy architecture for sub-3-second failover and a 46% reduction in storage costs to $0.115 per GiB/month.

[GitHub] Copilot impact dashboard now shows feature engagement

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:47:27 GMT

The GitHub Copilot impact dashboard has been updated to display granular engagement metrics for specific Copilot features. Enterprise administrators can now track active user adoption rates across individual feature sets.

[GitHub] Agentic CLI customizations now in the usage metrics API

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:08:50 GMT

GitHub has updated the Copilot usage metrics API to include granular telemetry for agentic CLI activities. The API now tracks usage data for skills, custom agents, Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, slash commands, and plugins.

[Microsoft Copilot] Microsoft Launches Microsoft Discovery Platform and SPARK Hub for DOE Genesis Mission

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:05:00 GMT

Microsoft has launched the Microsoft Discovery platform into general availability and established the SPARK coordination hub as part of a $60 million investment in the Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission. The investment provides $40 million in Azure compute credits and $20 million in dedicated engineering services to accelerate AI-driven scientific research.

[Microsoft Copilot] Microsoft Introduces Privacy & Safety Standard for Education Products

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:04:51 GMT

Microsoft has established a new Privacy & Safety Standard for its education products in partnership with the American Federation of Teachers. This framework mandates human oversight for consequential AI decisions and restricts how student and educator data is utilized within Microsoft Education tools.

[Microsoft Copilot] Microsoft Internal AI Transformation: From Tool Deployment to Agent-Based Workflow Redesign

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:04:41 GMT

Microsoft shifted its internal AI strategy from broad tool deployment to purpose-built agent workflows, resulting in a 20% increase in sales deal close rates and a 75% reduction in supply-chain cycle times. The company moved away from treating AI as a standard software rollout to a model where agents are integrated into redesigned, end-to-end business processes.

[Xbox] Fountains Launches on Xbox Platform

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:04:32 GMT

The solo-developed Metroidvania game 'Fountains' has officially launched on the Xbox platform. The title, built using the Godot engine, is now available for purchase and play on Microsoft's console ecosystem.

[Xbox] Overwatch w/Devs: Doctrine, Grimsvötn, Reworks, and More | Official XBOX Podcast

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:42:40 GMT

Blizzard Entertainment is introducing a new hero named Doctrine and a new map titled Grimsvötn in Overwatch Season 5. The update also includes specific gameplay reworks for the existing heroes Sombra and Roadhog.

[Deel] How to Integrate Stablecoins Into Your Payment Infrastructure

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:25:28 GMT

Deel has introduced a formal framework and integration service for incorporating stablecoin payment rails into corporate financial infrastructure. This capability enables businesses to utilize custody models and on/off-ramps for cross-border payroll and contractor payments.

[Deel] Stablecoin Regulations: Employer Guide 2026

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:10:40 GMT

Deel has released a comprehensive regulatory compliance guide covering the GENIUS Act, EU MiCA, IRS tax rules, and HMRC obligations. This resource provides employers with the specific legal frameworks required to process stablecoin-based payroll and contractor payments.

[Google] Making global data easier to explore

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Google and the United Nations have launched the UN System Data Commons, a centralized open platform for global statistics. The platform provides a unified search interface for accessing and exploring datasets across the UN system.

[WordPress] WordPress 7.1.1 Maintenance and Security Release

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:53:09 GMT

WordPress 7.1.1 introduces 11 security patches alongside 36 combined bug fixes for the Core and Block Editor components. This release mandates an immediate update to mitigate identified vulnerabilities and resolve existing software defects.

[Salesforce] Futures Issue 5: Agentic Enterprise Futures

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:15 GMT

Salesforce has introduced the Agentforce platform, enabling the deployment of autonomous AI agents capable of executing tasks across CRM data. These agents utilize the Atlas Reasoning Engine to orchestrate workflows and interact with enterprise systems without human intervention.

[Android] Introducing the AndroidX Security State Libraries: A Unified View of Device Security

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Google has released the AndroidX Security State library version 1.1.0 and the Security State Provider library version 1.0.0. These libraries enable programmatic verification of device security at the component level rather than relying solely on the monolithic Security Patch Level.

[Google] The new CC, an AI agent built for families

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:15:00 GMT

Google Labs has expanded the CC AI agent to support multi-user household and family group environments. This update shifts the agent from a single-user interface to a shared, collaborative logistics management tool.

[Xbox] Character Development and Storytelling in Kernel Hearts, Out Now on XBOX

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The action RPG title 'Kernel Hearts' has been released on the Xbox platform. The game features a narrative-driven experience centered on magical girl combat mechanics.

[Xbox] Five Years of Solo Development – Interview with Fountains Creator John Pywell

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Metroidvania title 'Fountains' has officially launched on the Xbox platform. This release marks the transition of the solo-developed project from independent development to availability on the Xbox ecosystem.

[GitHub] Ubuntu 26 generally available and latest migration

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:27:16 GMT

The Ubuntu 26.04 runner image for GitHub Actions has transitioned from public preview to general availability. This release provides full production support for both x64 and arm64 architectures.

[Microsoft] Microsoft Launches SPARK Coordination Hub and $60M Investment for DOE Genesis Mission

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:47 GMT

Microsoft has launched the Scientific Partnership Advancing Research & Knowledge (SPARK) hub and committed $60 million in Azure credits and engineering services to support the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission. This initiative provides dedicated resources to integrate AI into scientific research across 17 National Laboratories.

[Microsoft] Microsoft Introduces Privacy & Safety Standard for Education Products

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:39 GMT

Microsoft has established a new Privacy & Safety Standard for its education products in partnership with the American Federation of Teachers. This standard mandates human oversight for consequential decisions and restricts how student and educator data is utilized within Microsoft Education tools.

[Microsoft] Microsoft Internal AI Transformation Metrics and Agent Deployment Strategy

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:32 GMT

Microsoft reported internal performance gains including a 20% increase in sales deal close rates and a 75% reduction in supply-chain cycle times through the deployment of purpose-built AI agents. The company shifted from broad tool deployment to a workflow-redesign model that integrates over 100 agents into specific supply-chain and sales processes.

[Meta] Meta Launches Meta One Subscription Service with Tiered AI and Creator Tools

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:24 GMT

Meta has introduced Meta One, a tiered subscription service offering expanded AI capabilities and professional tools across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Pricing ranges from $2.99/month for single-app plans to $499/month for enterprise-level creator and business bundles.

[Meta] Présentation de Meta One : Un service d’abonnement offrant davantage de fonctionnalités et

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:15 GMT

À retenir Nous lançons Meta One, un nouveau service d’abonnement sur nos applications qui offre un usage accru de l’IA et des fonctionnalité...

[Deel] Why Anonymous Reporting Tools Fail Without Psychological Safety

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:02:13 GMT

Deel has integrated a new anonymous reporting module into the Deel Engage platform. This feature provides HR teams with structured frameworks to facilitate confidential employee feedback alongside existing engagement tools.

[Amazon] Watch the trailer for 'Perfect Liars,' the adaptation of the hit novel coming to Prime Video November 20

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:00:17 GMT

Amazon is releasing the original series 'Perfect Liars' on Prime Video on November 20. The content is an adaptation of Alex Mírez's novel originally published on the Wattpad platform.