Microsoft released a security update addressing a serious vulnerability in Notepad. The flaw, not to be confused with a security issue recently found in Notepad++, could allow attackers to execute malicious code on a victim’s computer remotely. The bug (tracked as CVE-2026-20841) is a remote code execution (RCE) flaw in WindowsContinue Reading
WhatsApp is reportedly working to bring voice and video calls to its web client. This is especially good news for Linux users. hatsApp will reportedly roll out support for voice and video calls for its web client soon. This will allow users to make calls in WhatsApp directly on theContinue Reading
Meta has started rolling out a new WhatsApp lockdown-style security feature designed to protect journalists, public figures, and other high-risk individuals from sophisticated threats, including spyware attacks. Known as “Strict Account Settings,” this new feature builds on already existing end-to-end encryption by adding extreme safeguards for users who require heightenedContinue Reading
This is one of the worst Windows security update bugs in recent memory. A few Windows 11 users have been affected by a bug from the latest Windows 11 security update, which resulted in their PCs refusing to turn on. According to an AskWoody forum post, there were reports that some devices encountered an “UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME”Continue Reading
The global RAM (computer memory) crisis is getting worse — and Nigerians are likely to feel it more sharply in 2026 through higher prices for laptops, desktops, and even smartphones. Here’s what’s happening, in simple terms 👇 The United States government has warned two of the world’s biggest memory chipContinue Reading
Meta’s Threads has now reportedly surpassed its rival X (formerly Twitter) in daily mobile usage globally. Market intelligence firm Similarweb, as reported by TechCrunch, has revealed a significant shift in the social media landscape. As of January 7, 2026, Meta’s Threads recorded an estimated 141.5 million daily active users onContinue Reading
In a statement shared with CNBC today, Apple confirmed that Google Gemini will power the next-generation version of Siri that is slated to launch later this year. “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it willContinue Reading
Windows support ends December 14, Mac gets 60 days. Turn on secure storage to keep your chats What’s happened? Meta is discontinuing its Messenger desktop apps for Windows and macOS. Both listings are gone from the Microsoft Store and the Mac App Store, and users are getting in-app notices with a clear timeline. The serviceContinue Reading
Mozilla releases Firefox 144.0 and several Firefox ESR versions today. The new releases introduce new features, improve other features, and fix some security issues as well. As such, most users of the browser may want to upgrade their version of Firefox to the latest as soon as possible. The bigContinue Reading
More languages, more countries. Here’s how to check availability and turn it on today What’s happened? Google is lighting up AI Mode in Search for a lot more people, starting today. The rollout adds support for more than 35 new languages and 40-plus new countries and territories, pushing availability past 200 countries worldwide.Continue Reading