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DeepSeek-V4-Pro Discount Extended Through May 31
DeepSeek extends discount pricing for its V4-Pro AI service through May 31, 2026, providing additional time for users to access reduced rates.
Webooking Expands Globally to Four Continents, Surpasses 3 Billion Riyal Transaction Value
Saudi platform Webooking expands to four continents with 3 billion riyals in transactions and 17 million users across 180 countries.
Fluke Launches SmartTrace Underground Locator in Saudi Arabia for Vision 2030 Projects
Fluke Corporation launched the SmartTrace 2082 Series of Underground Locators in Saudi Arabia to address growing demand for safer utility mapping in Vision 2030 projects. The device detects buried infrastructure up to 6 meters deep and integrates with the PointMan app for real-time digital mapping.
Opus 4.7 Tokenizer Change Increases Costs 12-27% for Most Users
Anthropic’s Opus 4.7 tokenizer increases costs 12-27% for most users despite unchanged official pricing. OpenRouter analysis reveals how cache absorption and shorter responses offset inflation for short prompts.
OpenAI and AWS Launch Bedrock Managed Agents for Enterprise AI Workflows
OpenAI and AWS unveiled Bedrock Managed Agents, integrating frontier models with enterprise-grade runtime controls for cloud-based AI agent deployment. The managed service eliminates custom engineering for enterprises building autonomous workflows within AWS infrastructure.
OpenClaw v2026.4.26 Brings AI Phone Agent That Answers Calls For You
OpenClaw v2026.4.26 launches an AI phone agent that answers calls in real time, talks back to callers, and handles full conversations on your behalf.
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Spotify Launches Fitness Content in UAE with Peloton Partnership
Spotify introduces guided workout experiences across the UAE with access to 1,400+ Peloton classes for Premium Platinum subscribers and curated fitness playlists for all users.
Cisco Powers Qiddiya’s New Smart Office Headquarters in Riyadh
Cisco technology powers Qiddiya Investment Company’s new smart office in Riyadh, featuring advanced networking, collaboration tools, and IoT sensors designed to create an efficient, human-centric workspace.
Open Accelerator Joins Google for Startups Cloud Program
The Open Accelerator partners with Google for Startups Cloud Program to provide early-stage AI founders access to cloud credits, expert training, and enterprise-grade resources. The initiative aims to transform prototypes into production-ready, secure, and compliant solutions.
Claude Desktop Installs Browser Files Without User Consent, Privacy Expert Claims
Privacy consultant Alexander Hanff claims Anthropic’s Claude Desktop installs browser integration files without user consent, violating European privacy law and creating security vulnerabilities.
Bitwarden CLI npm Package Compromised to Steal Developer Credentials
Bitwarden CLI compromised in a major security incident affecting developer credentials. The attack affected developers relying on the command-line tool for password vault operations.
Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch for ASP.NET Core Vulnerability on macOS and Linux
Microsoft released an emergency patch for a critical ASP.NET Core vulnerability affecting macOS and Linux systems. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to gain system privileges.
Anthropic Identifies and Fixes Three Issues Behind Claude Performance Decline
Anthropic resolved three separate issues degrading Claude’s performance, affecting reasoning effort defaults, session caching, and system prompts. All issues were fixed by April 20, with usage limits reset for all subscribers.
22 Pitch Decks That Convinced VCs to Write Cheques in 2026
Effective pitch decks convince VCs by combining data-driven strategies, team expertise, and realistic projections. Twenty-two funded presentations in 2026 secured capital commitments across technology sectors through validated customer evidence and clear market analysis.
OpenClaw vs Hermes: Ferrari or Honda? The Real 2026 AI Agent Showdown
OpenClaw vs Hermes is the biggest AI agent debate of 2026. This honest breakdown explains what each platform does, where they win, and which philosophy fits your workflow.
DeepSeek V4 Release Shakes AI World With 1 Trillion Parameters and Disruptive Pricing
DeepSeek V4 launches with 1 trillion parameters, a 1 million token context window, and pricing up to 50x cheaper than GPT-5.4 and Claude Opus 4.5.
OpenAI Releases GPT-5.5, New AI Model for Complex Work Tasks
OpenAI released GPT-5.5 on April 23, 2026, a new AI model designed for complex work tasks with improved reasoning and autonomy. The model matches previous generation speed while delivering higher intelligence and greater token efficiency.
Google Invests $750M in Enterprise Agentic AI Push Through Consulting Partners
Google Cloud commits $750 million to accelerate enterprise agentic AI adoption through partnerships with major consulting firms including McKinsey, Accenture, Capgemini, and Deloitte.
Dell Technologies Releases PowerMaxOS 10.4 Storage Software Update
Dell Technologies released PowerMaxOS 10.4, delivering 25% faster read response times and enhanced security features for mission-critical storage systems. The update includes ransomware detection, container platform integration, and improved cost efficiency.
Google Cloud Unveils Next-Generation Data Lakehouse for AI Agents
Google Cloud launches a next-generation data lakehouse combining Apache Iceberg storage with cross-cloud interoperability and AI-powered context for enterprise agents. The platform promises 117% ROI with payback in under six months.
OpenAI Introduces Workspace Agents in ChatGPT for Team Automation
OpenAI launched workspace agents in ChatGPT, allowing teams to create shared agents for automating complex workflows. The agents operate in the cloud and integrate with organizational tools like Slack.
Anthropic Launches Ultrareview for Deep Code Analysis in Claude Code
Anthropic introduces Ultrareview, a deep code review feature using multiple agents to identify bugs in code branches and pull requests with independent verification.