Top Stories
AI & Machine Learning
- Microsoft unveiled Rho-alpha, its first robotics model aimed at boosting physical AI capabilities and freeing robots from traditional production line roles. TechRadar Pro
- OpenAI launched “Education for Countries,” an initiative to address global disparities in AI adoption and improve workforce readiness in emerging markets. TechRadar Pro
Big Tech & Digital Industry
- Microsoft issued an urgent out-of-band update, KB5078127, to rectify critical file system compatibility issues and application freezes impacting Windows 11 users. Cyber Security News
- Google Chrome announced it would discontinue updates and support for older Mac operating systems, prompting users on these devices to upgrade to continue receiving browser functionality and security patches. TechRadar
Cybersecurity & Cyberwar
- China is making significant investments in quantum encryption for its communications while simultaneously advancing AI capabilities for decrypting foreign systems, raising concerns about a growing strategic cyber asymmetry. Cyber Security 360
- The Russian-aligned Sandworm APT group conducted a major cyberattack on Poland’s energy infrastructure, deploying DynoWiper malware in what is described as the country’s largest cyber incident in years. Cyber Security News
- North Korean Konni hackers are leveraging AI-generated PowerShell backdoors in sophisticated phishing campaigns specifically targeting blockchain developers across Japan, Australia, and India. The Hacker News
- A massive database containing 149 million stolen login credentials, including accounts from Gmail and Instagram, was discovered exposed online without password protection or encryption. Cyber Security News
Regulation & Digital Policy
- Data Protection Day emphasized that stricter regulations and escalating cyber threats are increasingly elevating data privacy from an IT concern to a board-level priority for businesses globally. Cyber Security 360
Infrastructure, Cloud & Chips
- OpenAI plans to fund local energy infrastructure to support its massive Stargate data centers, aiming to manage the significant electricity demands for large-scale AI operations. TechRadar Pro
Tech briefing automatically generated on 26 January 2026.