Apple moves fast to fix bugs in iOS 26.4 with new stability-focused update.

Apple releases iOS 26.4.1 for iPhones with key fixes

New iPhone update fixes bugs, improves performance after iOS 26.4 rollout

Google rolls out vertical tabs in Chrome browser

Google shifts tabs to a sidebar, tackling tab overload and modern workflows

Chrome finally gets vertical tabs — and it could change how you browse forever

Four personal details you should never share online

Despite privacy settings, very little remains truly private once it's shared online

Pause before you post: The hidden risks of your digital footprint

Instagram tests paid plan to view Stories anonymously

Paid tier offers private viewing, insights and more Story controls

New subscription could let users watch Stories without being seen.

You can now change Gmail usernames — here’s how

Google rolls out long-awaited feature to replace old Gmail usernames without losing data

Google’s new feature lets users update email identity while keeping all data and services intact.

Tech firms aren't fully complying with child ban

Courts could order fines of up to $33 million for systemic failures to comply

While 5m Australian accounts had been deactivated, a substantial number of Australian children continued to retain accounts.

Indonesia begins enforcing under-16 social media ban

Indonesia's ban follows a similar policy in Australia implemented in December

Country announced the ban this month citing threats from online pornography, cyberbullying and internet addiction.

IG end-to-end encryption removal: What you should know

Here’s what users need to understand about the change

End-to-end encrypted messaging on Instagram will no longer be supported after May 8, 2026

Is Instagram down? Users report messaging glitches

Meta, the parent company of Instagram, has yet to issue a formal statement

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Why crisis media is vital to the UAE’s resilience

Transparency, coordination and leadership messaging shape resilient information ecosystem

The UAE recognised early on that effective crisis management cannot be achieved without a vigilant and capable media system — one able to keep pace with unfolding events while presenting information with transparency and credibility.

Indonesia bans social media for children under 16

New regulation steps up efforts to shield young users from harmful online content

The policy is intended to address growing threats facing children in the digital space

UAE calls out Bloomberg over inaccurate reporting

UAE calls for responsible journalism after Bloomberg report

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