Latest Software & Apps News
Meta Faces EU Antitrust Probe Over WhatsApp AI Policy
Europe's regulators have launched a sweeping antitrust investigation into Meta's upcoming AI policies for WhatsApp, questioning if they unfairly block rival AI assistants. Italy's competition watchdog has already initiated parallel action, signaling a stricter regulatory climate for platform accountability.
Google Defends AI-Driven Search Overhaul Amid Publisher Concerns
Google publicly defends its AI-powered search redesign as an 'expansionary moment' even as publishers demand clearer rules on traffic and attribution, highlighting tension between innovation and content rights.
Alphabet Positioned to Be World's Largest Company by End of 2026
Alphabet's vertically integrated AI stack, custom AI chips (TPUs), and comprehensive cloud and data infrastructure give it a leading advantage in AI and machine learning services, surpassing competitors like Nvidia. Its control over Chrome, Android, and search traffic further solidifies market dominance.
Google Launches Data Commons Extension to Gemini CLI for Developers
Google updates Gemini CLI with a Data Commons extension, granting developers easier access to extensive public datasets from the UN and World Bank, facilitating faster integration of real-world data into AI and software projects, especially in analytics and environmental monitoring.
Anthropic Acquires JavaScript Runtime Bun to Boost AI Development
Anthropic, an AI research and development company, has acquired Bun, a cutting-edge JavaScript runtime, to accelerate improvements in AI software tooling and ecosystem support, enhancing developer efficiency and performance for AI applications.
Microsoft Named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security
Microsoft has been recognized as a leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Email Security, underscoring its robust solutions protecting enterprises against evolving email-borne cyber threats.
GeekyAnts Recognized Among Top App Development Companies Globally
Business of Apps has listed GeekyAnts among top app development firms, noting its expertise across iOS, Android, and web platforms and strong presence in sectors including fintech, healthcare, and social networks, serving clients like Google and ICICI Securities.
Security Landscape Highlights High-Severity Splunk Vulnerability and Data Breaches
Recent cybersecurity reports identify a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2025-20387) in Splunk software and disclosures such as the Freedom Mobile data breach, emphasizing the ongoing security challenges facing software and app ecosystems.
Wall Street Rethinks Debt Amid AI Infrastructure Boom
Financial markets are scrutinizing debt levels tied to AI infrastructure investments, reflecting concerns about sustainability in rapid AI-driven expansion and its impact on enterprise software valuation and funding.
Startups and Enterprises Prioritize Cloud and AI-Optimized Backend Upgrades
With AI becoming essential, companies are upgrading to cloud-based architectures and AI-optimized databases to reduce latency and improve predictive accuracy, highlighting strategic shifts in software development practices for 2026.