Technology
Canada said the NRC will invest over C$900 million in defence R&D, launching a drone innovation hub, backing quantum projects and expanding SME support.
Google is adding Gemini to Chrome with a built-in side panel, Nano Banana image tools and Auto Browse task automation, bringing AI help directly into tabs in 2026.
South Korean researchers at DGIST created a physical AI system that mimics human forgetting, cutting robot navigation time by 30% in logistics tests.
Apple debuts iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with A19 Pro chip, triple 48MP cameras, 8x zoom, and advanced AI features powered by iOS 26.
Google launches a $1 billion AI education initiative, supporting over 100 US institutions with tools, grants, and access to its Gemini chatbot.
China summoned Nvidia over alleged H20 chip security flaws, demanding technical details amid renewed concerns of remote tracking capabilities.
Entertainment
Hollywood’s AI debate flares after Affleck says models produce average work, while experts note fine tuning enables targeted, usable results.
Apple Arcade adds NFL Retro Bowl ’26, Jeopardy! Daily, and Hello Kitty updates in a major September expansion, with new content and exclusive features.
Marvel’s Fantastic Four reboot opens with 57 million dollars, topping Superman and tracking toward a 220 million dollar global debut.
With $1.085 billion in earnings, Deadpool and Wolverine now hold the title for the highest-grossing R-rated film.
