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The question we ask every time there is a new PowerToys release is whether or not there are any new modules or options to play with. With the release of PowerToys v0.96.1 being a very minor update in terms of version number, there is a nice surprise in store.

Sadly, if you are hoping for a brand new module, you are going to have to wait a little longer. We know of several utilities that are in the pipeline, but they are not ready yet. What we do see in this small update, however, is a nice surprise for Windows 10 users – the return of the Image Resizer tool.

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In a few short weeks, Microsoft is removing its Copilot chatbot from WhatsApp. The company says that while it has helped millions of people, the removal comes because of a change to Meta’s platform policies.

As of January 15, WhatsApp is purging all LLM chatbots from the platform, so Microsoft has little choice in the matter. The company stresses that Copilot itself is living on in plenty of other places, and has some helpful information for those who will be affected by the change.

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New research suggests Americans are more worried about who controls AI, and how it’s governed, rather than about losing their jobs to it. A study from Cybernews and nexos.ai tracked search interest across 2025 and found people spent far more time looking up questions about regulation, privacy and data use than employment fears, even after a year of tech layoffs.

The study looked at five types of AI concerns from January to October. Control and regulation came out on top with the highest average score. Data and privacy followed close behind. Job loss ranked last, showing that most people aren’t as focused on employment as headlines often suggest.

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It is something of a curiosity that in-car navigation experiences vary from much between iPhone and Android, even when using the same apps. A good example is Waze which, despite being owned by Google, has an extra feature for CarPlay users when compared to Android Auto.

But this is changing. Users of Waze in conjunction with Android Auto will soon be gaining a “second screen” option, just like their CarPlay friends. So what does this mean?

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The UK open source developer behind Collabora Online (COOL) has launched Collabora Office, an offline version of its browser-based alternative to Google Docs and Microsoft 365 that is used by schools, public bodies and businesses.

The idea is to give people the same clean, tabbed interface they know from the browser version, but running directly on their device with no cloud required.

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In the age of digital subscriptions in which we find ourselves, price increases have become par for the course. Spotify is no different to other companies in this regard, and the arrival of a new year seems to be as good a reason as any to hoik up monthly fees.

At the moment there is no official word from Spotify itself, but a price increase is certainly due, and a report by the Financial Times suggests that it is just around the corner.

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Experts from NordVPN are warning about a rise in ‘invisible’ attacks that can steal payment details on legitimate eCommerce sites.

Known as e-skimming this involves malicious JavaScript code being injected into legitimate eCommerce sites to steal customers’ payment data during checkout. This is the online equivalent of physical skimming devices found on ATMs or gas pumps.

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Warner Music Group and Suno have agreed a partnership that aims to set out how licensed AI generated music should work across creation, revenue, and artist control. The deal also ends the previous legal action between the two companies, which had centered on how Suno's AI systems were trained on commercial recordings.

Warner Music says the agreement gives it a way to support new technology while protecting artists and songwriters. It argues that licensed models, clear revenue paths, and opt in controls for voice, name, and likeness are essential if AI is going to sit alongside traditional music work. Suno, which has grown quickly over the past year, says the arrangement will let it develop new features and improve how people make and share music on its platform. It will also stop it being sued out of existence, as well.

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New research from Miggo Security suggests that CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog now reflects only a small slice of real-world exploit risk in open source, and it raises questions about how the industry should be using KEV going forward.

Using open source code speeds innovation but expands the attack surface with every imported library and dependency. The result is a growing catalog of vulnerabilities, each one a potential entry point for attackers.

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Tor (The Onion Router) is switching its encryption algorithm to help boost security and privacy. The change is being introduced to protect users against certain types of attack, and sees the browser adopting a new “research-backed new design” called Counter Galois Onion.

The algorithm that is being updated is the one used to encrypt user data as it travel across a circuit via multiple relays. In making the switch, Tor concedes that its previous encryption design “looks funny”, hence the need to replace it.

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Many companies are still heavily reliant on legacy systems, which can lead to high maintenance costs, limited flexibility, and increased security risks. All of which can hold back AI integration.

We spoke to Jorge Lopez, CEO of Jalasoft, about the critical role legacy systems play in today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape and how organizations can modernize strategically without disrupting core operations.

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Plex has, over the years, earned itself a dedicated legion of fans looking for free or cheap ways to stream music, movies and more. The software has simplified the process of setting up and working with a remote media server, and there is now a significant change on the way.

For some time, it has been possible to remotely access a Plex media server for free – great for anyone travelling who wants to stream contents from their home server. But this will soon be a paid-for feature, meaning that anyone looking to remotely access media will need to take out a Plex subscription.

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Kagi, a small company best known for its paid, ad free search engine, has announced the launch of version 1.0 of Orion, a new web browser designed around privacy and user control rather than advertising or data collection.

Kagi has already released iPhone and iPad versions of Orion, but this is the company's first desktop browser and arrives following a long beta phase.

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Wyze has announced the Wyze Window Cam, a compact camera designed to give users exterior-style security from inside their homes. The camera mounts directly to a window and uses a wide aperture lens and sensors to deliver clear, bright color footage even in low light.

The Window Cam can be used to monitor driveways, gardens or front or back-facing areas. It attaches to the interior side of a window using nylon fastener strips, avoiding the need for tools or permanent fixtures. Wyze bundles a long power cable and clips for any necessary routing.

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AGON by AOC has introduced two new gaming monitors designed for different types of players. The first is a MiniLED display focused on image quality, and the second is for high speed competitive gaming. The two models are part of the company’s G4 series and include updated panel technology, faster refresh rates and a wider range of viewing options.

The 27 inch U27G4XM monitor (above) has MiniLED backlighting and 1152 local dimming zones. It includes a Fast IPS panel and features that aim to improve contrast, brightness and color accuracy.

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