Mozilla is introducing an AI Control menu to Firefox that allows users to turn generative AI features on and off in one place. Mozilla stated that it aims to enhance user choice, reflecting the coexistence of users who are averse to AI and those who desire practical tools. The new feature is implemented by adding an AI Control section to the desktop Firefox settings. It will be applied starting with Firefox 148, with rollout scheduled to begin on February 24, 2026. This menu includes not only current features but also future additions [… ]
The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has set the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight for January 27, 2026. This is the closest it has been to midnight since the Doomsday Clock was created in 1947. The previous adjustment was in January 2025, when the Doomsday Clock was 89 seconds to midnight. The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists' Science Security Committee determined that global existential threats have worsened. The committee urged for nuclear arms control, climate response, the establishment of guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence, and strengthened cooperation on biosecurity. Alexandra Bell, Bulletin of Atomic Scientists [… ]
Hermès Beauty has redefined the boundaries between makeup and skincare with the launch of its first foundation. Named the Plan Air Luminous Matte Skincare Foundation, the product aims to help the skin improve over time. The key feature of this product is the significantly increased proportion of skincare ingredients in the formula. Hermès stated that 82 percent of the overall formula is composed of skincare-based ingredients. The company explained that it was designed to leave the skin feeling moisturized and smooth even after makeup is removed. [… ]
Antropic has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team, leveraging its AI interface, Claude. Under the agreement, Claude serves as the team's official accident partner. Financial terms were not disclosed. The key aspect of this collaboration is that it goes beyond mere sponsor logo exposure to actually integrate Claude throughout the organization. It is designed for team engineers and strategists to utilize Claude in establishing race strategies, vehicle development, and operational tasks. Claude branding [… ]
Netmarble's blockchain gaming platform, Marvrex, has launched a complete rebrand to celebrate its third anniversary. The core message of the rebrand is a declaration to restore the fun of Web3 gaming. The platform's operational priorities will be focused on gameplay experience and emotional immersion, rather than complex procedures like token exchanges and NFT transactions. This rebranding highlights Marvrex's commitment to expanding game partnerships and enhancing its user rewards system. The rebrand also focuses on strengthening technology and sustainability, and community […]
This is a product line presented by IKEA in collaboration with Swedish color designer Teklan Évelina Severin, which treats light and sound as tools of expression within the home. Recognizing that home appliances are often perceived primarily for their function and therefore tend to be hidden away, IKEA shifted its strategy to treat speakers like furniture. Sara Ottosson, a product developer at IKEA of Sweden, stated that as experience in developing high-quality sound accumulated, she became better at [… ] understanding how people want to place speakers.
Moltbook, a social network dedicated to AI agents, has shown explosive growth immediately after its launch, placing it at the center of a debate regarding personal information and security risks. Unlike existing social media platforms where humans write posts, Moltbook is an experimental service that features a structure where only AI writes posts and comments, and even handles voting and management. Created by Matt Schlicht, CEO of the U.S. chatbot platform Octane AI, Moltbook is similar to Reddit in that it features a bulletin board and sub-community structure. Human users [… ]
The Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, France, serves as the visual identity for the 2023–2024 season. This season prominently features a collaboration with Latvian artist Roberts Rurans. The concept is described as an imagined medieval European theater, combining historical memory, theatrical imagery, and contemporary interpretation. The new identity centers on hand-crafted textures. The artist creates rough textures using acrylic on paper, and digital post-production color [… ]
MAINGEAR, a U.S. custom PC manufacturer, has unveiled the Retro98, a new limited-edition desktop product that puts 1990s aesthetics front and center. The Retro98 emphasizes that while its exterior is designed to resemble a beige tower PC from 1998, its internal specifications are filled with the latest components from 2026. The case is based on the Silverstone FLP02 Style, and it is reported to retain legacy elements such as a turbo button and digital display on the front. The sales configuration is based on the Quickship model, with the 5070 specification priced at $2,499 [… ]
Meta has announced that it is testing a premium subscription model on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Meta stated that it plans to test different subscription features and bundles for each app over the next few months. Pricing and available regions have not yet been disclosed. The expansion of Manus, the AI agent suite recently acquired by Meta, is cited as a key pillar of the subscription strategy. Meta is pursuing a dual strategy of integrating Manus into its services while continuing to sell standalone subscriptions for enterprises [… ]
To mark its 30th anniversary, JobKorea changed its name to Worksphere and declared a transition to a platform centered on AI agents. Worksphere unveiled its mid-to-long-term strategy at "JobKorea The Reboot," a 30th-anniversary event held in Samseong-dong, Seoul, on the 29th. CEO Yoon stated that the future of recruitment begins with the deconstruction of the resume, explaining that AI has reached a stage where it understands the context of people and relationships. Accordingly, he said that existing resumes will be transformed into digital profiles usable by AI [… ]
Genesis unveiled its extreme off-road concept car, the X Scorpio Concept, for the first time in the world at Liwa Oasis in the United Arab Emirates on January 27th. The unveiling took place in the empty quarter of the Rub Al Khali desert, demonstrating real-world driving performance, and also announced Genesis' new concept car strategy. The X Scorpio Concept is Genesis' first extreme off-road vehicle, inspired by the black scorpion. Designed for stable driving in harsh environments like the desert, it boasts bold performance and […]
