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Apple is introducing notification forwarding in iOS 26.3 to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, enabling users to send iPhone notifications to a single third-party accessory. The feature is managed through a new AccessoryNotifications framework and allows users to control which apps can forward notifications. When enabled, notifications do not appear on Apple Watch, and users are informed that forwarded notifications may include full content and app names. Apple has not released full developer documentation for the framework. The update creates new integration opportunities for accessory and app developers while raising data privacy considerations.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Hollow Knight: Silksong sold over seven million copies in three months, excluding Xbox Game Pass players. Team Cherry announced a free Sea of Sorrow expansion for release next year and a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launching in 2026 with enhanced performance, free for existing Switch owners. The game set records with over half a million concurrent Steam players and 4.5 million wishlists, and received a Metacritic score of 90. Silksong earned multiple nominations at the 2026 New York Game Awards, including Best Indie Game of the Year, while Nintendo led publisher nominations.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Jim Siders, former CIO of Palantir Technologies, has been appointed CEO of Shield Technology Partners, a new IT services company launched by Thrive Holdings with over $100 million in initial funding. Shield acquires and supports IT services companies, providing them with AI technology and engineering resources, and allows these companies to retain equity. Shield currently works with seven companies, expects over $100 million in revenue this year, and plans to expand its portfolio. Thrive Holdings, which also operates in the accounting sector, recently partnered with OpenAI, which has taken an ownership stake and will embed teams within its portfolio companies.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Linux released the 6.19-rc1 kernel early from Japan, introducing major driver updates for GPU, networking, media, and sound subsystems, expanding automatic compiler cleanup infrastructure in the Virtual File System layer, advancing Rust integration with new drivers and subsystems, and preparing for AMD Zen 6 and Intel Nova Lake and Diamond Rapids platforms. The update also includes expanded file-system capabilities, tooling and documentation updates, and improvements to memory management and scheduling.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

The Middle Michigan Development Corporation awarded Technology Improvement Grants to 42 small businesses in Clare, Isabella, and Osceola counties to support upgrades in digital systems, equipment, and cybersecurity. Funding from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Trusted Connector Grant targets companies with fewer than 50 employees. Osceola County recipients include Homemade & More Consignment Shop, Northern Precision Products, and The Shepherds Fare, which are using the grants to modernize point-of-sale systems, update computer infrastructure, and improve transaction reliability. The program aims to address practical technology needs and promote long-term business growth in rural Michigan.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

WhatsApp introduced a feature allowing users to leave instant voice or video messages after missed calls, replacing traditional voicemail. Users are prompted to record messages immediately in the chat, streamlining communication. Additional updates include the ability to send reactions during voice chats, automatic speaker highlighting in video calls, and the integration of Midjourney and Flux AI models into image generation tools. These changes aim to improve communication efficiency for business users and organizations.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Ford introduced new security features for its F-150 and F-250 pickups, including a Start Inhibit function that allows owners to remotely disable the engine using the FordPass app. The company coordinates with law enforcement to help recover stolen vehicles, verifying theft reports and using technology to locate and immobilize trucks. The first year of the security package is included with new vehicle purchases, with a subscription fee thereafter. Vehicle thefts in the U.S. declined by 23 percent in early 2025, and Detroit reported over 1,800 fewer thefts compared to the previous year. Industry experts attribute recent thefts to organized groups using advanced methods, prompting automakers to implement enhanced security measures.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Spotify launched Prompted Playlists, a beta feature that uses artificial intelligence to create playlists based on user prompts and listening history. The feature, initially available in New Zealand, allows users to specify playlist details and set automatic refreshes with new songs. Spotify also updated its AI DJ to accept voice prompts and continues to expand user control over content, aligning with similar trends in digital platforms such as Instagram. The development highlights a broader industry movement toward increased personalization and user-driven algorithms.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Instagram introduced a feature called 'Your Algorithm' in the Reels tab that allows users to view and adjust their top interests, directly influencing the content shown in their feed. Users can access a dashboard to select topics they want to see more or less frequently, and can share their algorithm settings via Instagram Stories. The company uses artificial intelligence to summarize user interests and enables users to remove interests that do not match their preferences. Instagram plans to expand this feature to other parts of the app and continue refining it based on user feedback.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/