Dr. Layloma Rashid — Two Takes contributions

Google’s new Android update means your text messages on work phones are no longer private. The update lets employers access and archive your RCS and SMS messages on company-managed Android devices. This changes how we think about texting at work because, until now, many believed texting was a privat

The Pentagon plans to add Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD to its list of Chinese companies linked to the military. This move signals growing U.S. concerns about how some major Chinese firms may support China’s defense efforts. The list, known as the 1260H list, does not ban business outright but

Amazon is currently under investigation by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following an incident where one of its delivery drones, the MK30 model, clipped and severed an internet cable in Waco, Texas on November 18, 2025. The drone entangled with a thin utility line while ascending af

The launch of Starlink’s direct-to-cell service in Ukraine indicates a moment when technology goes beyond mere convenience, it becomes a lifeline. When blackouts, missile strikes, and damaged infrastructure are among the daily challenges that a country faces, being connected can mean saving a life.

Valve’s Steam Machine will not be subsidized like traditional consoles, meaning its price will closely reflect the cost of comparable PC hardware. Priced likely above $700, the Steam Machine is more expensive than popular consoles such as the PS5. Valve justifies this with a focus on unique features

Snap launching a bank-linked age verification tool for Australians marks a significant step in enforcing the country’s pioneering social media ban for under-16s. By partnering with ConnectID, software linked to major Australian banks, Snapchat offers users a privacy-focused option to prove the

With the announcement of the Shuten Order, Switch 2 Edition, Nintendo has just sent a friendly reminder that the Switch era is not over; it simply is getting the new version. The allowance of 330 yen (about $2) for the current players to switch to the new version makes the release feel very much con

Adobe’s $1.9 billion acquisition of Semrush is like buying a very smart microscope in the world of tech, one that allows Adobe to view how people find out, discuss, and evaluate brands online closely. It is daring, costly, and somewhat risky but very much in line with a company that wants to k

Microsoft’s Copilot AI in Windows 11 falls short of user expectations, especially when compared to the company’s high-profile advertisements. Real-world tests show the AI struggles with tasks that it claims to handle, such as identifying objects in videos or images. For example, it misid

The decision by a California magistrate to strike off the class-action designation in the case claiming racial discrimination at the Tesla plant in Fremont is the breaking point in the long history of lawsuits claiming to have been discriminated against in the workplace of the manufacturer. Therefor

Meta’s new content protection tool marks an important step in supporting creators on Facebook and Instagram. It helps creators monitor when their original reels are used without permission. This mobile-only tool alerts creators and gives them control to block stolen reels or track their performance.

Amazon’s decision to raise approximately $12 billion in a bond sale reveals several important strategic and market dynamics. On the strategic front, the move indicates that Amazon is comfortable tapping the debt market rather than relying solely on cash reserves. That suggests the company sees worth

This update signals a deepening of the relationship between TikTok and music‑streaming platforms. By allowing Amazon Music users to share listening stats and full music content directly to TikTok, both platforms stand to gain in different ways. TikTok strengthens its role as a discovery engine and c

The Google Drive outage underscores the vulnerability of cloud-based productivity tools that millions of businesses and individuals rely on daily. Even short disruptions can affect workflows, project timelines, and data access for companies that have shifted nearly all document management to the clo

Google is in early talks to deepen its investment in Anthropic, the AI firm behind the Claude models, signaling a strategic move to solidify its position in the fast-growing artificial intelligence market. Anthropic, an AI startup known for its focus on safe and responsible AI development, is report

Apple made over its App Store web look, easing access on devices that aren’t Apple products. Before, folks just peeked at app pages via search; no store browsing existed. Macs opening iOS app pages in browsers launched the App Store app. Windows or Android users often hit walls. The new web se

The next Xbox is set to be a wild ride, one of the boldest game systems ever built. Sources say the new Xbox might mix console and PC, even playing PlayStation games from Steam. Imagine playing God of War, Spider-Man, and Ghost of Tsushima right on an Xbox for once. It’s like consoles are chan

Apple’s idea to use OLED screens for gadgets shows how keen they are to boost how things look and feel. Mark Gurman from Bloomberg says Apple wants to use OLED tech on the iPad Mini, iPad Air, and MacBook Air soon. They already put OLED screens on the iPad Pro and iPhone. This switch shows [&h