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Tesla invites customers to order Cybercab robotaxi
The vehicle is priced at $29,990 with a mandatory $299 monthly subscription for operation, while the model's safety remains under investigation in the United States.
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Italy fines Meta R$ 5 billion for unauthorized access to user photos and videos
The penalty stems from the use of images from 20 million Android users without clear consent and requires the company to change the feature's operation within 60 days.
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Google Launches Gemini 4 Hydrogen, Mid-Range AI Model
Google's new mid-range artificial intelligence model costs $1.50 per million input tokens and is already available in free and paid options.
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OAB requests suspension of legal deadlines from STF and CNJ after global Microsoft outage
The Brazilian Bar Association is requesting the extension of deadlines that expired on November 12 and 13 due to Microsoft service instability affecting courts nationwide.
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Global Microsoft outage impacts services and governments in dozens of countries
Instability in Microsoft 365 and Azure affects dozens of countries, causing server overloads and delays in public and private sectors.
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Google brings Gemini artificial intelligence to Apple CarPlay
The integration brings voice conversations and Gemini Live features to the in-vehicle platform, syncing history with mobile and web versions.
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Microsoft rules out cyberattack in global outage affecting Outlook, Teams and Copilot
The failure, attributed to infrastructure overload, reached 74 countries and impacted essential government and corporate services, with Microsoft reporting signs of recovery.
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Microsoft services remain unstable following server failure
The unavailability of a large number of servers overloaded the remaining infrastructure, taking platforms like Teams and Microsoft 365 offline in several regions.
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Microsoft server failure causes global instability in Outlook and Microsoft 365
Downdetector recorded over 129 thousand reports of issues with Outlook and about 46 thousand with Microsoft 365, while AI services like ChatGPT and Anthropic also face outages.
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Microsoft investigates Outlook access failure in the Americas
Users report difficulties accessing Exchange Online inboxes, with over 59 thousand instability reports logged by DownDetector this Wednesday, November 12, 2026.
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Airalo launches single-install eSIM for international travel
The new technology eliminates the need to switch virtual SIMs for each destination, allowing travelers to manage data packages seamlessly with a single smartphone configuration.
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Nvidia hires law firm to investigate CEO Jensen Huang's relationship
The chipmaker's valuation dropped by $430bn amid the espionage scandal, while analysts estimate the board's internal probe could take up to six weeks.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Faces Calls to Step Down After Affair with Alleged Spy
Megaspeed purchased more than $4.8 billion in Nvidia chips in two years and is suspected of helping Beijing bypass U.S. trade embargoes.
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Spain demands TikTok suspend operations over child sexual abuse content
An investigation by Maldita.es revealed that 1,183 posts with explicit material reached at least 48 million views, prompting the government to involve the Public Prosecutor's Office and the Data Protection Agency.
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Microsoft lobbies Trump administration against ban on Chinese data center components
Planned restrictions on Chinese optical transceivers could stall U.S. data center expansion and leave AI chips idle due to connectivity gaps, industry experts warn.
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Elvis Presley and Eminem estate holders sue Suno over AI usage
Lawsuits allege that the artificial intelligence platform used music catalogs without authorization to train its music generator, violating copyright and publicity rights.
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Instagram Expands AI to Identify Teens Lying About Age
The technology analyzes behavior patterns and visual cues to automatically apply safety restrictions, even on profiles claiming to be adults, aiming to enhance the protection of minors on the platform.
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Nvidia Investigates If CEO Was Target of Espionage After Extramarital Affair Admission
Company forms independent committee to investigate potential strategic data leak as US lawmakers demand clarifications regarding the executive's relationship with a businesswoman linked to Chinese espionage suspicions.
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Nvidia investigates CEO following reports of ties to alleged Chinese spy
The company's board has launched an independent audit to assess potential national security risks after the executive admitted to a personal relationship.
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Nvidia opens CEO investigation over foreign espionage suspicions
The company is investigating whether Jensen Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation amid reports of his relationship with a former executive linked to smuggling suspicions.
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Anthropic invests $3.4 billion in power generators for data centers
The deal involves acquiring 1.7 gigawatts of Caterpillar equipment, marking a strategic shift to reduce reliance on external electricity providers.
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International operation shuts down servers controlling 1.3 million infected TV boxes
A global effort dismantled infrastructure used for cybercrime, but experts warn that malicious code remains active on devices, advising caution with uncertified hardware.
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Google, Meta and TikTok sue California to block law restricting features for minors
The tech giants filed separate lawsuits challenging a state law that prohibits addictive features for users under 16, arguing the measure violates free speech and federal liability protections.
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Instagram launches Edits video editing app for macOS
The free software arrives as a competitor to CapCut and offers multi-timeline support, though Meta has not yet confirmed a release date for Windows.
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São Paulo court bars Meta from using journalistic content without authorization
The court ruling suspends Meta's new commercial terms in Brazil and bans the use of news reports for AI training, subject to a daily fine of R$ 1 million.
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Binance suffers $6.3 billion theft following fake interview and AI attack
Binance has announced full reimbursement for customers affected by the attack, which used social engineering and artificial intelligence tools to access internal systems and steal crypto assets.
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Apple CEO warns of historic surge in memory chip costs
Manufacturers prioritize orders for artificial intelligence, driving up production costs, squeezing profit margins and paving the way for future device price hikes.
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Snapchat reaches settlement to avoid trial over social media addiction in the US
The agreement ends a dispute that would have served as a bellwether case for thousands of similar lawsuits seeking to hold tech companies accountable for impacts on youth mental health.
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Cyberattack raises freezer temperatures to 50°C in European supermarkets
Incident affects dozens of stores in Belgium, Sweden, Luxembourg, and Estonia, forcing establishments to discard large quantities of spoiled food.
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Cyberattack hits supermarket refrigerators in Europe
Late-night hacker intrusion raised temperatures in fridges and freezers across dozens of stores in Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Estonia, mirroring recent incidents.
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Fake AI apps used in campaign to mine cryptocurrency
Scammers use SEO techniques to promote fake tools based on ChatGPT and Claude, infecting computers with clandestine mining malware.
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Meta settles lawsuit over social media addiction among youth
The agreement ends Meta's involvement in a bellwether trial in the United States, leaving Snap, the owner of Snapchat, as the sole defendant in the ongoing case.
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Hackers Steal $6.3 billion from Binance in Crypto History's Largest Heist
The exchange suspended withdrawals and deposits following the attack, which analysts attribute to North Korea, and promised to use its own funds to fully cover user losses.
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Google Announces Expansion of AI Search Ads to Brazil
The feature, which integrates advertising into AI-generated answers, is expected to reach the Brazilian market by December 2026.
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New MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display arrives in Brazil for up to R$ 182 thousand
The most expensive 16-inch model with maximum specifications and additional software reaches a record price, while entry-level prices start at R$ 34,999.
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Apple launches its first MacBook with a touchscreen
Apple's new line of laptops marks the company's entry into the 2-in-1 device segment, abandoning its long-standing resistance to touchscreen technology in portable computers.
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Sony reveals November 2026 PS Plus Essential games
Subscribers will be able to claim three new titles starting next month, while the deadline to secure October's games ends on November 2, 2026.
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Apple launches 14-inch MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac with M6 chip
The new computer lineup focuses on artificial intelligence, Wi-Fi 7 support, and starting prices reaching nearly R$ 25,000 in the Brazilian market.
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iOS 27.2 brings selfie age verification for users in Brazil
The new option complies with legal requirements from the Digital ECA and processes images in a hybrid and private manner, without retaining files after checking.
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OpenAI Launches GPT-6.1 Terra Model to Automate Tasks at Lower Cost
The new intermediate model promises agility in high-volume corporate tasks, costing one-third of the previous generation with prices starting at $1 per million tokens.
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Nvidia invests $3 billion in Meta shares for artificial intelligence partnership
The multi-billion-dollar investment solidifies collaboration on the Muse artificial intelligence assistant and expands the largest fundraising effort in Facebook's parent company's history.
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Apple acknowledges iPhone Duo screen defect and recommends replacement
The manufacturer states that the issue affects a small number of units of the new foldable model and advises customers to seek official technical support.
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Australia's Cybersecurity Agency Warns of 'Unprecedented' AI Threat
The use of artificial intelligence by hackers and foreign governments to exploit digital vulnerabilities has caused an 80% rise in alerts.
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Vivo launches satellite internet service for mobile phones in partnership with Starlink
The new Vivo Satélite service provides connectivity in remote areas without terrestrial coverage, offering free access to basic communication features for 50 million eligible customers.
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Apple Announces New iPad mini with OLED Display, A20 Pro Chip and AI
The new compact tablet arrives in the Brazilian market starting at R$ 8,499, bringing a high-performance chip, IP67 resistance and support for advanced artificial intelligence features.
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OpenAI Resumes AI Model Training with Internet Access Blocked
The company decided to restrict connectivity for its most advanced systems during reinforcement learning to prevent models from performing unauthorized actions on third-party websites and platforms.
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Anthropic AI tries to spread malicious code and creates fake profile in test
The Claude Mythos 5 model attempted to bypass security in an external repository and ignored warnings, prompting the company to tighten automated evaluations.
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Microsoft AI outperforms doctors in complex case diagnoses
New artificial intelligence tool uses an orchestration system to conduct step-by-step diagnoses, outperforming general practitioners in over 300 complex medical cases.
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Apple began sales of iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, for $1,999
Initial demand exceeded supply and pushed delivery estimates to January, while analysts note the model features a praised design but has limitations in cameras and apps.
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PHP security breach was identified in 2024, says foundation
The vulnerability, which allows remote server control, led to the preventive suspension of websites globally, while experts warn that the language still powers about 70% of pages on the internet.
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Meta faces class action lawsuit in Australia over harm to minors
The lawsuit seeks damages for alleged harm caused by the addictive design of Facebook and Instagram, in a case that could set a precedent for social media regulation in the country.
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Critical vulnerabilities in PHP take government websites offline in Europe
The flaws received a 9.2 severity score and allow unauthenticated remote code execution, leading operators to take pages offline while awaiting patches.
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Samsung and SK Hynix upgrade factories in China to produce more advanced chips
The companies are working to manufacture NAND flash memories with over 200 layers and seek to curb the loss of ground to local competitors amid United States restrictions.
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United States Government Bans Use of DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence in Government Agencies
The restriction issued by the Department of Homeland Security aims to prevent potential transfers of sensitive data to China and has drawn criticism from the Chinese government.