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Apple Unveils iOS 19: New Arabic Features, App Store Changes, and Design Overhaul
Apple is poised to reveal iOS 19 at WWDC 25, introducing an Arabic-enhanced keyboard and a virtual Kamish pen for the Apple Pencil, targeting UAE and Saudi markets. This iOS version will also feature a design overhaul and App Store improvements to address user and developer needs.


AI Tools in Workplaces: 90% Face Data Breach Risks, Study Warns
A Cybernews report highlights alarming security issues with AI tools in workplaces, showing that 90% faced data breaches. Despite high cybersecurity scores, many tools are poorly rated, and only 14% of workplaces have AI policies, underscoring a critical security gap.


US Solar Storm Drill Exposes Critical Preparedness Gaps Amid Real-World G5 Geomagnetic Event
The U.S. conducted its first solar storm emergency drill, revealing major gaps in preparedness for extreme space weather events threatening critical infrastructure. The exercise underscored the need for better education on space weather effects, investment in satellite systems, and enhanced international collaboration.


Assassin's Creed Shadows Achieves Record Sales and Player Engagement, New Expansion Announced
Assassin's Creed Shadows, launched March 20, 2025, has shattered Ubisoft's records with the second-highest franchise launch sales, only behind Valhalla, and a leading day-one performance on PlayStation Store. Ubisoft plans a new expansion, Claws of Awaji, and a Tencent-backed subsidiary for future titles, signaling continued franchise growth and player engagement.

Southern California made history with the first-ever human bladder transplant on May 4, 2025, for a 41-year-old man, Oscar Larrainzar, enhancing his kidney function and eliminating dialysis needs. While heralded as a major medical breakthrough, experts urge caution due to the risks associated with immunosuppression and the complexity of nerve connections necessary for urinary function.

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Professor Hussam Amrouch unveils AI Pro, a revolutionary chip from TUM that operates without cloud reliance, enhancing security and efficiency by processing data locally. With applications in wearables and drones, AI Pro's brain-inspired design allows rapid, low-energy processing, marking a shift toward decentralized AI systems.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools is pioneering the use of AI tools in education, training over 1,000 teachers and deploying Google's Gemini AI for 105,000 high school students. This initiative marks a significant shift from a previous ban, aiming to revolutionize teaching and student engagement.

France urges immediate humanitarian aid to Gaza as Israel agrees to allow basic food supplies, amid escalating tensions and international pressure. Israel faces criticism over the decision, but assures measures to prevent aid misuse, as military actions continue in the region.

The Supreme Court of India is embracing AI to translate legal documents into local languages and reduce the massive backlog of cases. Adalat AI, implemented in 3,000 courtrooms, aims to expand to half of Indian courts by the end of 2025, enhancing efficiency in a system burdened by delays.

Karen Hao's book, 'Empire of AI,' releasing May 20, 2025, scrutinizes OpenAI's culture and its AGI ambitions, prompting CEO Sam Altman to challenge her credibility. Hao likens OpenAI's influence to the East India Company, highlighting the potential societal impacts and ethical dilemmas of AI dominance.

Rocsys and Einride have launched an autonomous charging system for self-driving trucks, eliminating the need for human intervention during recharging. Demonstrated at Sweden's AstaZero, this innovation could greatly streamline logistics and reduce downtime by allowing trucks to operate continuously.
