Big Tech Moves: Google, Apple, OpenAI, and More Unveil Major Updates

This week, the tech world is buzzing with significant updates across AI, cybersecurity, and wearables.

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Google is stepping up online safety by rolling out its Gemini Nano AI model in Chrome to help detect and block scams in real time, enhancing user protection as part of its broader AI integration.  In the wearable tech space, Whoop has launched its latest fitness trackers — the Whoop 5.0 and the sleek new Whoop MG. These devices promise deeper health insights and an improved user experience for performance-focused users.

🔹 Meanwhile, Apple is reportedly working on custom-designed chips aimed at powering AI servers and smart glasses, signaling its next big push into artificial intelligence and wearable computing.

🔹 On the AI front, OpenAI has announced it will now support local data storage in India, a move designed to enhance compliance and data sovereignty for users and businesses in the region.

🔹 French AI startup Mistral is making waves with the release of its new Medium 3 model, continuing its bid to compete with larger AI players on performance and innovation.

🔹 Lastly, Google has raised a cybersecurity alert after discovering new malware called “LOSTKEYS”, linked to the Russia-based Cold River hacking group. The malware is capable of stealing files and transmitting system information to attackers.