TikTok released a new standalone application named PineDrama in the United States and Brazil on January 16, 2026, providing access to short-form dramas formatted as one-minute episodes. Credit: TikTok The…
OpenAI announced plans on January 16 to begin testing advertisements in its ChatGPT service for users on the free tier and a new $8-per-month Go plan in the United States.…
WASHINGTON – The United States and Taiwan signed a trade agreement on January 15, 2026, committing Taiwanese semiconductor and technology companies to direct investments of at least $250 billion in…
Digg opened its public beta to users on January 14, 2026, allowing access via website and mobile app without invite codes after a closed phase with 67,000 participants. Credit: Digg…
U.S. Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries (Full List) – Donald Trump, Credit: Flickr The State Department directed U.S. embassies and consulates to pause immigrant visa adjudications for applicants…
OpenAI announced on January 12, 2026, that it acquired Torch, a healthcare technology startup specializing in unifying medical data, in a deal valued at around $100 million. Credit: X/@IlyaAbyzov The…
An official and 100% confirmed report from Saudi Arabian Mining Company, or Maaden, announced the addition of 7.8 million ounces of gold resources across four sites in Saudi Arabia on…
Apple disclosed that its Apple Pay digital payment service produced more than $100 billion in incremental merchant sales worldwide during 2025. The figure came as part of a year-end review…
The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas for 2026 brought together thousands of exhibitors to showcase advancements across multiple fields. The event highlighted the integration of artificial intelligence into daily…
OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT Health on January 7, 2026, a feature that urges users to hand over their medical records and data from wellness apps to receive customized responses on…
