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📅April 5, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Latest tech news features AI model releases and acquisitions by Google, OpenAI, Microsoft; severe GPU vulnerabilities; data center delays; rising layoffs amid security breaches and innovations.[18 words]
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Google Releases Gemma 4 Open Models with 31 Billion Parameters

Google has open-sourced Gemma 4 models under Apache 2.0 license, featuring 31 billion parameters to boost generative AI adoption. Updates to Vids app integrate Veo and Lyria for intuitive video creation via prompts.Source 1Source 2Source 4

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Perplexity Faces Lawsuit Over Incognito Mode Data Sharing

Perplexity's Incognito Mode is accused in a lawsuit of sharing user chats with Google and Meta for ad revenue, affecting millions. The suit raises privacy concerns in AI interactions.Source 1

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OpenAI Acquires TBPN Tech Talk Show and Advances AGI

OpenAI acquired popular tech show TBPN and announced GPT push toward general AI, shifting research focus. Acquisition signals media expansion alongside AI foundational models.Source 1Source 4Source 5

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Microsoft Launches New Foundational AI Models via MAI

Microsoft released three new AI models for voice-to-text and image tasks, reducing OpenAI dependency. This escalates competition in the AI landscape.Source 1Source 4Source 5

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New Rowhammer Attacks Target Nvidia GPUs for Full Control

Severe Rowhammer vulnerabilities in Nvidia GPUs allow attackers complete machine control by exploiting memory flaws. Cybersecurity experts urge immediate patches.Source 1Source 2

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Hims & Hers Telehealth Suffers Data Breach in Support System

Hackers breached Hims & Hers customer support, exposing sensitive user data. Incident underscores healthcare tech vulnerabilities.Source 1Source 2

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Anthropic's Mythos AI Model Leaks Spark Cybersecurity Fears

Leaked Anthropic Mythos model could reshape network defense and SaaS industries. Claude now controls Windows for desktop automation.Source 4

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Nearly Half of US 2026 Data Centers Face Delays or Cancellation

Electrical equipment shortages, including transformers, delay almost 50% of planned US data centers amid AI boom. Imports from China rise as domestic supply lags.Source 6

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Tech Layoffs Surge to 52,000 Jobs in Three Months

2026 sees rising tech layoffs driven by AI investments and economic shifts, beyond just automation. Cuts reflect broader industry restructuring.Source 7

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ElevenLabs Launches ElevenMusic for AI Song Creation

ElevenLabs' new app generates and remixes music from text prompts, expanding beyond voice AI. Positions company as music industry disruptor.Source 2Source 5

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WAIC Opens 2026 SAIL Award Applications with $280K Prize

World AI Conference invites global innovators for SAIL Award with over $280,000 pool. Highlights leading AI advancements.Source 3

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Gateway Capital Closes $25M Fund II for Diverse Startups

Gateway Capital achieved first close on $25M Fund II, targeting Midwest and diverse tech investments. Supports innovation amid VC trends.Source 1Source 2Source 5