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Google Must Open Android to Rival AI Assistants — Here’s How It Could Reshape Windows and Copilot
The European Commission ordered Google to open Android to rival AI assistants by July 2027 and share search data by January 2027. The binding decision spells out 11 OS capabilities that must be made accessible, setting a regulatory precedent that could eventually reshape AI assistant competition on Windows and Copilot. Windows users and IT admins should watch closely as Brussels extends its DMA enforcement to platform AI integration.
How a New LTM-Glean Partnership Aims to Plug the Gaps Microsoft Copilot Leaves Behind
LTM and Glean announced a partnership to help enterprises connect fragmented data sources to their AI platforms, potentially filling gaps left by Microsoft Copilot. The deal targets large regulated organizations by pairing Glean's enterprise context layer with LTM's AI implementation services. IT teams should wait for concrete details but begin auditing their data sprawl now.
New IBHE 2.1 Tool Sneaks a Peek at NVIDIA Blackwell’s Secret Hotspot Temperatures
IBHE 2.1, a free diagnostic tool from igor’sLAB, lets Windows users see hidden hotspot temperatures on NVIDIA GeForce Blackwell GPUs. The utility reads a direct Telemetry Hotspot when run as administrator and clearly separates measured values from model-based estimates. With CSV logging and trend tracking, it’s a specialized aid for enthusiasts and system builders—not a replacement for regular monitoring tools.
Microsoft Patches Two Actively Exploited Zero-Days in Record-Breaking July Security Release
Microsoft’s July 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes a record 570 vulnerabilities but centers on two actively exploited zero-days: CVE-2026-56155 in AD FS and CVE-2026-56164 in SharePoint Server. The AD FS fix starts in audit mode, requiring manual log review, while SharePoint servers need immediate patching. A third zero-day in BitLocker requires physical access. The historic volume stems from new AI-powered discovery tools, reshaping the pace of security updates.
The SharePoint ‘Alert Me’ Feature Is Dead. Here’s How to Keep Your Notifications Working.
Microsoft has retired SharePoint Online’s legacy “Alert Me” feature, ending email notifications for document, list, and task changes. New alerts were disabled in January 2026, and existing alerts stopped working in July 2026, so users must transition to newer notification and automation tools.
RTX 50 Hot-Spot Monitoring Arrives: AIDA64 and Community Tools Fill the Gap
AIDA64 beta v8.30.8337 now exposes GPU hot-spot temperatures on RTX 50 cards, following HWiNFO and HWMonitor. The reading helps diagnose hidden thermal throttling, but it relies on unofficial telemetry paths that NVIDIA could block. A community Afterburner plugin also exists, though it carries more risk. Users should pick a stable tool, learn to interpret hot-spot deltas, and prepare for potential breakage with future drivers.
Microsoft's MDASH AI Vulnerability Scanner Is Now in Private Preview—What You Need to Know
Microsoft's MDASH AI vulnerability scanner has entered private preview within Security Exposure Management, while the company reportedly plans a commercial service called Project Perception as early as July. The system, which uses multiple AI models to find and help fix code flaws, already discovered 16 zero-days in Windows. For IT teams, the immediate task is testing the preview and preparing for a potential licensing shift and a higher volume of security patches.
Survey: ChatGPT Wins with Beginners, But Experienced Developers Choose Claude
A new survey of over 2,700 AI builders reveals that while ChatGPT barely leads Claude in overall usage, the preference splits sharply by experience and role. Beginners and students lean toward ChatGPT, while engineers and enterprise teams select Claude. The findings underscore a multi-model reality where most developers already use several assistants, and IT leaders should plan for mixed workflows rather than betting on a single platform.
Claude Can Now Log Into Websites for You — but Only on Mac, Leaving Windows Users Waiting
1Password and Anthropic released a Mac-only integration that lets Claude AI sign into websites without touching passwords, using a zero-exposure broker model. Windows users are excluded for now, with no timeline announced. The feature is a milestone in AI credential management but requires careful evaluation before adoption.
SEBI Warning: 'Boss Scam' Hijacks WhatsApp Web with ZIP Malware – What Windows Users Need to Do
India's SEBI warns of a 'Boss Scam' where ZIP malware hijacks WhatsApp Web sessions to impersonate executives and authorize fraudulent payments. The advisory details how a simple malicious archive can compromise Windows endpoints and steal session tokens, urging users and businesses to implement strict verification and security policies.
Windows 11 KB5101650: Missing Taskbar Clock? It's Probably a Policy, Not a Bug
Windows 11 update KB5101650 has left some users with a missing clock or entire system tray. Microsoft has not flagged it as a known issue, and investigation shows the cause is typically a Group Policy setting that took effect after the update. This article explains how to diagnose whether a policy is to blame and offers step-by-step recovery for both home users and IT administrators.
Chrome's Secret Background Helper Is Drawing Blank White Rectangles on Windows Desktops — Here's the Fix
An empty white rectangle appearing on Windows 10 and 11 desktops is likely caused by a Google Chrome scheduled task. This guide explains how to confirm Chrome is the culprit, temporarily disable the Platform Experience Helper task, and rule out similar display issues. The workaround is reversible, and users should watch for an official fix from Google.
Microsoft Abandons 'Halo: The Endless' Trademark—What It Means for You
Microsoft has abandoned its U.S. trademark for 'Halo: The Endless,' ending years of speculation about a potential campaign expansion. While not a confirmed game cancellation, the move signals the name may never be used, adding to uncertainty around Halo's future as the studio gears up for Halo: Campaign Evolved on July 28, 2026.