Tech News for Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Best MacBook Prime Day deals October 2026: save on MacBook Air, Pro, Neo, and Mac mini

Macworld rounds up the best Prime Day deals on MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Neo, and Mac mini, with significant discounts available.

Also covered by PCWorld, Macworld

GTA V runs in a web browser via Playgta5.com before GTA 6 release

A website called Playgta5.com allows running GTA V in a web browser, though it was later taken down. The feat follows earlier browser-based GTA: Vice City demos.

Also covered by IGN, Wccftech

A first ride with Lightfoot, a solar-powered scooter from Otherlab

Wired takes a first ride on Lightfoot, a solar-powered urban scooter from Otherlab that looks like a box on wheels. The scooter is designed to go farther using solar power.

TDM Neo twisty speaker-headphone combo finally available to buy

The TDM Neo, a novel device that twists from headphones into a speaker, is now on sale after being revealed at CES nine months ago.

Also covered by TechRadar

Star Wars: Galactic Racer launches day-one on Amazon Luna, free for Prime subscribers

Amazon Prime members can play Star Wars: Galactic Racer on Amazon Luna starting today, including the campaign mode.

Also covered by Polygon, Wccftech

GamerCard review: flawed pocket-size retro handheld with great screen but awful controls

Wired reviews the GamerCard, a pocket-size Raspberry Pi handheld with a fantastic retro-ready screen but awful controls and awkward software.

Nothing Headphone (1) drops to lowest price ever during Prime Big Deal Days

The Nothing Headphone (1) over-ear headphones are over $100 off for Prime Day, making them the lowest price ever.

GameStop raises used PS5 Pro price to $1,399 amid GTA 6 demand

GameStop now sells used PS5 Pro consoles for $1,399, 50% more than new, as the console remains out of stock at MSRP due to GTA VI rush.

Also covered by Polygon, Wccftech

Prime Day soundbar deals offer discounts on top home audio upgrades

Wired rounds up the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days discounts on soundbars, making it easier to upgrade home entertainment setups. The deals cover a range of models and price points.

Prime Day deals on fitness and recovery gear include discounts on fitness trackers, percussive therapy, and LED masks

Wired rounds up the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days discounts on fitness and recovery gear, including fitness trackers, percussive therapy devices, and LED masks. The deals offer savings on top brands for those looking to upgrade their workout and recovery routine.

BougeRV DuneRover remote-controlled wagon is silly but very useful

The Verge reviews the BougeRV DuneRover, a remote-controlled wagon with animated lighting that can carry over 200 pounds and flatten hills.

Apple plans two sets of product launches in October, sources say

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple plans to unveil a home hub, new HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K on October 13. MacRumors adds that Apple is planning another set of product launches later in the month.

Also covered by 9to5Mac, Macworld

Amazon reportedly pays $120 million for rights to stream Emmys on Prime Video

Amazon secures a six-year deal to stream the Emmys on Prime Video starting in 2027, reportedly paying $120 million.

Also covered by Quartz

Jamie Dimon discusses AI boom financing, bond selloff, and UK banks

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon discussed financing the AI boom, the global bond selloff, and UK banks at the Tech Stars Conference in London. He weighed in on the issues behind financing AI.

ASML's chip technology move threatens Besi shares, BofA says

Bank of America analysts warn that ASML's advanced chip packaging technique poses a threat to BE Semiconductor Industries' share price.

Survey: 90% of VMware users explore options due to licensing costs

A survey finds that 90% of VMware users are exploring alternatives due to rising licensing costs, with users wanting to reduce risk and avoid disruption.

MNT-Halan plans $150 million IPO, Egypt's biggest since 2021

Egyptian fintech unicorn MNT-Halan seeks to raise $150 million in an IPO, the largest dollar-denominated offering in Egypt in about five years. The company aims to list on the Egyptian Exchange.

Informa agrees to buy Clarion from Blackstone for £2.2 billion

Informa Plc agreed to acquire Clarion from Blackstone in a deal valued at £2.24 billion including debt, establishing Informa as one of the largest B2B events operators.

Seagate and Toshiba compete to acquire TDK's hard-drive head business amid AI storage demand

Seagate Technology and Toshiba are competing to acquire TDK Corp.'s magnetic-heads business for hard-disk drives, as both seek to meet growing demand for AI data-center storage. The deal would help the rivals secure critical components for high-capacity HDDs used in cloud and enterprise environments.

US Senator McCormick leads business delegation to Japan for investment talks

Republican Senator Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania is leading a delegation to Japan to discuss bilateral investment opportunities following a $500 billion US-Japan investment trade deal. He spoke with Bloomberg about the visit.

Australian Treasurer warns higher bond yields will pressure budget

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers says rising global bond yields will increase debt refinancing costs and pressure the federal budget. He spoke on Bloomberg's The Asia Trade.

Banks pursue risky chip loans in Asia's $8.2 trillion AI buildout

Banks are financing AI chip infrastructure in Asia, with $8.2 trillion in planned investments, raising concerns about debt risk.

Nvidia nears $6 trillion market cap as chip stocks rally

Nvidia is approaching a $6 trillion market capitalization as investors return to the AI chipmaker and chip stocks rally broadly. The rebound follows a disappointing start to the year and is fueled by renewed AI demand.

Also covered by Quartz

User can't use Apple's revamped Screen Time due to family device update requirement

A Verge writer details frustration with Apple's new Screen Time, which requires all family devices to be updated, causing a blocker when a sibling's MacBook isn't updated.

Facebook tests Reels-first feed in India

Meta is testing a new Facebook UX in India that sends some users directly into full-screen video, putting Reels front and center.

Google accused of overcharging 20 million UK consumers in Play Store class action

Google faces a UK class action lawsuit alleging it overcharged Android app developers for over a decade, leading to inflated prices for about 20 million UK customers on the Play Store.

Google Docs and Drive add native markdown file support

Google adds native markdown support to Docs and Drive, allowing users to create, edit, and view .md files directly. The move is spurred by the increasing use of markdown in the AI age.

Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police

Apple opens iPhone Duo app submissions to developers, invites optimized apps for dual-screen form factor

Apple announced that developers can now submit iPhone Duo-optimized apps to the App Store. The company invites developers to take advantage of the dual-screen form factor and submit apps ahead of the device's launch.

Also covered by MacRumors, AppleInsider

Mistral's Le Chonk is best open-weight AI model outside China, with AI cybersecurity user controls

Mistral is positioning its new Le Chonk model as the best open-weight AI offering outside China. The model also brings AI cybersecurity to businesses with full user control.

Also covered by ZDNET

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says Mythos AI model drove up cyber risk 10-fold

Jamie Dimon says the release of Anthropic's Mythos AI model has increased cyber attack risks for banks by 10-fold, speaking at JPMorgan conference.

DeepSeek considers doubling latest funding round to up to $15 billion, sources say

DeepSeek is considering upsizing its current funding round to up to $14.9 billion, sources tell CNBC. The company previously raised at least $12 billion in a Tencent-backed round and eyes a 2027 IPO. The final amount could still change.

Also covered by CNBC Technology, The Next Web, The Decoder, Quartz

UAE adviser Faisal Al Bannai discusses AI developments and Falcon AI

Faisal Al Bannai speaks at AI Everything conference about a new Falcon AI model attuned to Emirati dialect and exciting AI startups.

China AI video startup Kling picks banks for over $1 billion Hong Kong IPO

Kuaishou Technology-backed Kling AI has selected banks for a Hong Kong initial public offering that could raise at least $1 billion, according to sources. The move signals continued demand for AI-focused listings.

Glimpse wants to give hardware companies an X-ray view of every critical part with Explore software

Glimpse launches Explore, an image processing software that lets hardware makers speed up quality control checks using CT scanners. The tool provides an X-ray view of every critical part.

Flai's AI dealership software books 50,000 appointments per month, closes $27M Series A

Flai, an AI-powered dealership software startup, reports booking 50,000 appointments per month and closes a $27 million Series A funding round. Revenue has grown 20x in a year.

Wayve CEO Alex Kendall discusses future of driving, autonomous vehicles, and IPO prospects

Wayve CEO Alex Kendall spoke with Bloomberg TV about the future of driving, the autonomous vehicle market in the US and China, and the possibility of a future IPO at the JPMorgan Tech Stars conference in London.

Type One Energy raises $200M to build fusion power plant by 2034

Type One Energy raised $200 million to build a fusion power plant, aiming for grid connection by 2034 with a lean approach.

Higgsfield CEO says AI video startup on track for $1 billion revenue run-rate

Alex Mashrabov, CEO of AI video startup Higgsfield, stated the company is on track to achieve a $1 billion annualized revenue run-rate based on current performance. He discussed growth and business strategies for APAC markets in an interview with Bloomberg.

ASOS app hacked, customers receive threatening alerts and data leak warnings

ASOS customers received scary push notifications via the shopping app suggesting a hack, with reports of a data leak threat. The company is investigating the incident.

Also covered by Mashable Tech, Quartz, TechRadar, Hacker News

Hadrian raises $40M for AI-powered offensive security platform

Amsterdam-based Hadrian raises $40M in a round co-led by Forgepoint Capital International and Smartfin to expand its AI-powered offensive security platform in Europe and the US.

Also covered by The Next Web, SiliconANGLE

FBI removes Accenture contractor over unpatched Oracle PeopleSoft breach exposing employee records

A contractor's failure to apply a security patch to Oracle PeopleSoft allowed hackers to steal sensitive FBI employee data. The FBI removed the contractor as a result.

Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz

Planetary Kelvin wave headed for California explained

A strong planetary Kelvin wave is moving toward California; experts explain it's not a freak phenomenon but a normal atmospheric wave.

WeLion New Energy develops semi-solid-state batteries for EVs and drones

WeLion's semi-solid-state cells improve safety and energy density over lithium-ion, aiming to power electric cars, boats, and drones.

Pinterest's AI Beauty Guides turn Pins into salon action plans

Pinterest's new AI-powered Beauty Guides translate hair and nail Pins into salon terminology. The feature adds estimated costs, appointment times, and maintenance needs.

Ofcom investigates Meta over Instagram Instants safety checks under Online Safety Act

UK communications regulator Ofcom has opened an investigation into Meta over potential breaches of the Online Safety Act related to the launch of Instagram Instants, a Snapchat-style feature. The watchdog is examining whether Meta carried out adequate risk assessments.

Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz

Bose QuietComfort 2 headphones reviewed: comfortable but noise cancellation could be better

Reviews of the Bose QuietComfort 2 (2nd Gen) headphones are mixed: while praised for comfort, some find noise cancellation less effective than expected. The headphones are also noted for their super comfortable design.

Also covered by MakeUseOf

Best Amazon Prime Day pet deals on feeders, litter boxes, and more (2026)

Wired recommends automatic feeders, litter boxes, fountains, and cameras from Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days pet deals.

Kevin Roose did not use AI to write his book about AI

The author of The AGI Chronicles confirms his book was written entirely by a human, despite its subject matter.

AI Subscription Models Tested as Few Consumers Pay

Subscription models may not be enough of a lure.

JPMorgan Tops Global AI Banking Index for Fifth Straight Year

JPMorgan Chase & Co. held its spot as the world’s most advanced bank in artificial intelligence for a fifth straight year, widening its lead over rivals in an annual ranking that shows AI deployment across the industry is accelerating at a record pace.

ICANN considers hundreds of new top-level domains including .meow and .fart

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers is considering adding hundreds of new top-level domains, including .meow and .fart, expanding the internet's naming system.

12 best Prime Day toy deals include Lego, STEM kits, and board games for October 2026

Wired lists the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days discounts on toys, including Lego sets, STEM toys, and board games, offering savings for kids and adults. The roundup covers a variety of popular toy categories.

AMD CEO Sees Very High Chip Demand, Urges AI Firms to Cooperate

Advanced Micro Devices Inc.’s Lisa Su predicted “very high” chip demand continuing for the next few years, even as the industry faces challenges such as concerns over AI’s safety.

Bloomberg Horizons Middle East & Africa video covers regional developments

Bloomberg's Horizons program for October 6, 2026 provides a video overview of key economic and political developments in the Middle East and Africa.

Citi Takes Top Spot in Global IPO Underwriting Through September

Citigroup Inc. took top spot for underwriters in global initial public offerings for the year through September after working on some of the biggest share sales in Asia and the US.