[2026-04-01 17:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Google meets Korean regulators over app store fee reforms

Snippet: Google executives met South Korean regulators on Wednesday to explain planned changes to its app marketplace, including lower commissions and the introduction of alternative payment options.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707786

[2026-04-01 16:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: AI to detect, delete digital sex crimes

Snippet: Pilot shows 80-fold jump in detected grooming attempts using AI tools

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707745

[2026-04-01 16:07 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: ‘Better world’: inside Australia’s pact with AI giant

Snippet: April 1, 2026 16:07 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/better-world-inside-australias-pact-with-ai-giant/

[2026-04-01 15:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Apple's 50-year transformation into a cultural and technology powerhouse

Snippet: The logo of Apple is illuminated at a store in the city center in Munich, Germany, on Dec. 16, 2020. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/apple-50-years-anniversary-computer-iphone-b462b82f1e202f28a75ab1a8070c00b7

[2026-04-01 15:00 UTC+10:00] [AI (artificial intelligence)] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: I wore Meta’s smartglasses for a month – and it left me feeling like a creep

Snippet: Content creators love the built-in camera; sceptics call them ‘pervert glasses’. Do we really need any more hi-tech wearables, even with a voice assistant that sounds like Judi Dench?

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/apr/01/i-wore-metas-smartglasses-for-a-month-and-it-left-me-feeling-like-a-creep

[2026-04-01 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China doubles down on chemical plant expansion with tech breakthrough

Snippet: Ethylene glycol plant in Xinjiang is equipped with tech that includes green electricity coupling, carbon capture and storage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3348522/china-doubles-down-chemical-plant-expansion-tech-breakthrough-amid-iran-war

[2026-04-01 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Just Saying] Why President Marcos must be vocal about the impeachment

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/just-saying-why-president-marcos-vocal-about-impeachment/

[2026-04-01 14:30 UTC+10:00] [wild boars] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong must better support those facing unplanned pregnancies

Snippet: Readers discuss the importance of creating an environment where people can seek help when needed, the government’s wild boar policy, and AI and journalism

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3348543/hong-kong-must-better-support-those-facing-unplanned-pregnancies

[2026-04-01 14:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Synpulse Appoints Returning Leader Patrick Becher as COO to Drive Agentic Operating Model

Snippet: ZURICH, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Synpulse, a leading financial service consultancy, has appointed Patrick Becher as its new Chief Operating Officer, marking a significant milestone in strengthening global operations and accelerating the firm's evolution into an AI‑native consulting and technology leader.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707605

[2026-04-01 13:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: AI giant Anthropic says 'exploring' Australia data centre investments

Snippet: SYDNEY, Australia — Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic is eyeing data centre investments in Australia, saying Wednesday the nation was a "natural partner" for work in the booming sector.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/01/world/asia-oceania/ai-giant-anthropic-says-exploring-australia-data-centre-investments/2312172

[2026-04-01 12:41 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Iran Guards say will target US tech firms if more leaders killed

Snippet: TEHRAN, Iran (AFP) -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday that they would target leading US technology firms like Apple, Google and Meta if more Iranian leaders were killed in "targeted assassinations."

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707402

[2026-04-01 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Paul McCartney to celebrate 50 years of Apple with concert for staff

Snippet: Paul McCartney will take stage at Apple headquarters in Cupertino tonight to celebrate the company’s 50th Anniversary, The Post has learned.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/paul-mccartney-helps-apple-celebrate-50th-anniversary/

[2026-04-01 12:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Meta unveils two $499 Ray-Ban smart glasses

Snippet: Meta ​Platforms launched two new Ray-Ban prescription smart glasses on Tuesday, expanding its offerings in an area that has ‌become one of the few breakthrough successes in the race for artificial intelligence-powered gadgets.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707393

[2026-04-01 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Shrinking’ Stars Share Their Favorite Harrison Ford Memories From Season 3: “He’s The Best Of The Best”

Snippet: With Shrinking‘s Season 3 finale on the horizon it’s time to look back and marvel at the career-great performances the legendary Harrison Ford continues to deliver in Apple TV‘s hilarious, heartfelt series.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/31/harrison-ford-shrinking-season-3-cast-interviews/

[2026-04-01 12:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Mamdani kicks off $250,000 anti-catcalling ad blitz on NYC subways, ferries and near construction sites

Snippet: Mayor Zohran Mamdani is rolling out a $250,000 anti-catcalling ad campaign across Big Apple subways, ferries, and construction sites in an effort to crack down on sleazy street harassment.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/mamdani-kicks-off-250000-anti-catcalling-ad-blitz-on-nyc-subways-ferries-and-near-construction-sites/

[2026-04-01 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Surfin Meta Digital Technology signs MOU with the Philippine Social Security System to explore digital financial service enhancements

Snippet: DAVOS, Switzerland, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Philippines Social Security System (SSS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Singapore-based fintech firm Surfin Meta Digital Technology (Surfin) outlining areas of collaboration to modernize and digitally enable selected SSS financial service programs. The MOU serves as a framework for cooperation, with both parties identifying opportunities to improve service delivery for members, pensioners, and their beneficiaries, while supporting financial inclusion and operational efficiency across the national pension and social insurance system.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707355

[2026-04-01 12:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Markets rally as Trump signals Iran war could end soon

Snippet: Hello, this is Dylan Butts writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to another edition of CNBC's Daily Open.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/01/cnbc-daily-open-us-iran-war-markets-rally-oil-ai-oracle-layoffs.html

[2026-04-01 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Mandarin] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mandarin is replacing Cantonese. Offbeat AI fights back as Big Tech looks away

Snippet: Hong Kong-based tech firm Votee AI aims to replicate its model for other low-resource languages in Southeast Asia and Africa

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347975/mandarin-replacing-cantonese-offbeat-ai-fights-back-big-tech-looks-away

[2026-04-01 11:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Virgin Galactic begins limited sales for commercial spaceflights – and ticket prices have skyrocketed

Snippet: Virgin Galactic is reopening sales of its commercial spaceflights on a limited basis – though ticket prices have risen from the company’s previous rate.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/tech/virgin-galactic-spaceflight-ticket-prices-to-750k/

[2026-04-01 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Thought Leaders] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Between Islands] Filipino Professionals in Japan: Buds before the bloom

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/between-islands-filipino-professionals-japan-bloom/

[2026-04-01 10:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: MLS local markets unlikely to get media rights back when Apple TV deal ends: NYCFC CEO

Snippet: New York City FC CEO Brad Sims doesn’t foresee the day that Major League Soccer ever returns to local market broadcast rights, even if it would benefit the club that he helps run.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/sports/mls-local-markets-unlikely-to-get-media-rights-back-when-apple-tv-deal-ends/

[2026-04-01 09:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: NYC man hit with 73 charges for building, dealing ghost guns: DA

Snippet: A alleged Big Apple ghost gun trafficker who turned his home into “an illegal weapons factory” was arrested last week and indicted on 73 firearm related charges, prosecutors announced Tuesday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/brooklyn-man-arrested-for-manufacturing-and-dealing-ghost-guns-faces-up-to-25-years-behind-bars/

[2026-04-01 09:30 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Albanese government reaches deal with $550b AI giant in legal battle with Trump

Snippet: Anthropic, the artificial intelligence giant locked in a legal war with the Trump administration over military use of its technology, has signed a formal AI safety pact with the Albanese government.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/technology/albanese-government-reaches-deal-with-550b-ai-giant-in-legal-battle-with-trump-20260401-p5zkht.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-01 08:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Apple discontinues well-known product after 20-year run

Snippet: Apple has discontinued its high-end Mac Pro desktop after a two-decade run.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/business/apple-discontinues-well-known-product-after-20-year-run/

[2026-04-01 08:06 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: 50 years of Apple - A timeline of innovation

Snippet: Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/50-years-of-apple-a-timeline-of-innovation/3d13986d-5142-4695-9fc4-d7f78a41439b

[2026-04-01 07:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Anthropic leaks part of Claude Code's internal source code

Snippet: Anthropic leaked part of the internal source code for its popular artificial intelligence coding assistant, Claude Code, the company confirmed on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/anthropic-leak-claude-code-internal-source.html

[2026-04-01 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Catherine Thorbecke] Limits of social media age bans

Snippet: Australia led the charge in banning children under 16 from social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, and now much of the Asia-Pacific region — with its young, tech-savvy markets — is eager to follow. The collective push will be impossible for tech platforms to ignore.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706883

[2026-04-01 07:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Microsoft closes worst quarter on Wall Street since 2008 on AI concerns: 'Redmond is in a pickle'

Snippet: Microsoft just closed out its worst quarter on Wall Street since the 2008 financial crisis, as investors soured on the software giant's prospects in artificial intelligence.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/microsofts-stock-closes-worst-quarter-since-2008-financial-crisis.html

[2026-04-01 07:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trendy tech bro sneaker brand Allbirds — once worth $4B — sells assets for chump change

Snippet: Allbirds – the trendy, eco-friendly wool sneaker beloved by tech bros and celebs like Leonardo DiCaprio – is selling its assets for $39 million, a mere fraction of its one-time $4 billion valuation.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/business/trendy-tech-bro-sneaker-brand-allbirds-once-worth-4b-sells-assets-for-chump-change/

[2026-04-01 07:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: OpenAI closes record-breaking $122 billion funding round as anticipation builds for IPO

Snippet: OpenAI on Tuesday announced that it closed a record-breaking funding round at a post-money valuation of $852 billion.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/openai-funding-round-ipo.html

[2026-04-01 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Digital Communication, Collaboration Platform for State sector approved - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has approved the implementation of a ‘Digital Communication and Collaboration Platform’ for all State sector employees.The initiative, valued at an estimated investment of Rs. 626 million. The project aims to equip Government officials with modern digital tools, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) features designed to enhance communication, collaboration, and overall efficiency across the public sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/01/local/975823/digital-communication-collaboration-platform-for-state-sector-approved/

[2026-04-01 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Tech CEO Aravind Srinivas slammed after saying AI layoffs are fine because people hate their jobs, anyway

Snippet: Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas is coming under fire for arguing people should embrace being replaced by artificial intelligence since they don’t like their jobs, anyway.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/business/tech-ceo-aravind-srinivas-slammed-after-saying-ai-layoffs-are-fine-because-people-hate-their-jobs-anyway/

[2026-04-01 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: TikTok’s rotten deal stinks even more after Meta and Google rulings

Snippet: Critics of social-media platforms are rejoicing over two rulings last week that aim to hold Meta and Google accountable for harm inflicted on kids — but what Tik Tok, likely the worst offender in this space?

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/opinion/tiktoks-rotten-deal-stinks-even-more-after-meta-google-rulings/

[2026-04-01 06:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Ex-NYC DOB supervisor took $75K in bribes to fast-track construction deals: DA

Snippet: A former city Department of Buildings supervisor pocketed more than $75,000 in bribes by fast-tracking hundreds of construction deals around the Big Apple, using the dough to fund a lavish lifestyle that included trips to Japan, prosecutors charged Monday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/ex-nyc-dob-supervisor-took-75k-in-bribes-to-fast-track-construction-deals-da/

[2026-04-01 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Film] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie review – bland screensaver of a movie that’s actually worse than AI

Snippet: At this point, it’s trite to say that a bad film feels as if it’s been AI generated, but this simplistic sequel is next-level – it’s nothing more than an Easter holiday cash grab

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/mar/31/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-review-sequel-video-game-chris-pratt-charlie-day

[2026-04-01 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Microsoft unveils AI upgrades, rolls out Copilot Cowork to early-access customers

Snippet: Microsoft MSFT.O on Monday unveiled new features in its Copilot research assistant that would allow users to utilize multiple AI models simultaneously within the same workflow, the latest move by the tech giant to improve its AI offering and boost adoption.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/01/business/sunday-business-it/microsoft-unveils-ai-upgrades-rolls-out-copilot-cowork-to-early-access-customers/2311933

[2026-04-01 05:11 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Don't be fooled by claims of new road rules today

Snippet: Property News: Suburbs where house values rose most in the past 12 months.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/april-1-ai-generated-fake-news-age-pension-drivers-licences-superannuation/bc8dc534-cf9f-41c4-a54e-3d6e21245100

[2026-04-01 04:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Oracle axes 30K jobs in massive layoff — notifying fired employees with 6 a.m. email

Snippet: Major Bay Area tech company Oracle reportedly axed up to 30,000 jobs in a massive layoff Tuesday, notifying fired employees they were jobless in an email sent at 6 a.m..

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/us-news/major-tech-employer-oracle-announces-layoffs/

[2026-04-01 04:23 UTC+10:00] [Ali Khamenei] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran says will target Apple, Google and Meta if more of its leaders are killed

Snippet: A list of 18 US tech firms released by the Revolutionary Guards also included Microsoft, Nvidia, Tesla, Oracle and Palantir

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3348585/iran-says-will-target-apple-google-and-meta-if-more-its-leaders-are-killed

[2026-04-01 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Indonesia summons Google, Meta for 'not complying' with teen social media ban

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/01/world/asia-oceania/indonesia-summons-google-meta-for-not-complying-with-teen-social-media-ban/2311780

[2026-04-01 02:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oracle cutting thousands in latest layoff round as company continues to ramp AI spending

Snippet: Software maker Oracle has started telling employees that it's conducting a round of layoffs, two people familiar with the move told CNBC.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/oracle-layoffs-ai-spending.html

[2026-04-01 02:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IRGC threatens to target US tech firms in region

Snippet: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned it could target US technology companies operating in the region, urging staff and nearby residents to evacuate.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irgc-threatens-target-us-tech-firms-region

[2026-04-01 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Imperfect Women’ Puts Female Friendships Under Investigation

Snippet: Apple TV’s newest drama series, Imperfect Women, chronicles a murder investigation that unravels the lives of three best friends, testing their decades-long bond in revealing their ugly truths and betrayals. Based on the psychological thriller by Araminta Hall, Imperfect Women delves into themes of female friendship, motherhood, sexual desire, guilt, and the societal pressure placed on women to balance these complex experiences and feelings while maintaining a perfect facade.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/31/imperfect-women-female-friendships/

[2026-04-01 01:45 UTC+10:00] [Books] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The New York Times drops freelance journalist who used AI to write book review

Snippet: Writer and author Alex Preston said he “made a serious mistake” after a reader spotted similarities between his review and one that appeared in the Guardian

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/mar/31/the-new-york-times-drops-freelance-journalist-who-used-ai-to-write-book-review

[2026-04-01 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Enabot Introduces EBO Max, an AI-Powered Family Robot Designed to Think, Learn, and Care

Snippet: Featuring an embodied AI brain, long-term memory, and natural language interaction, EBO Max brings a new level of awareness and companionship to modern homes.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10707041

[2026-04-01 00:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Warren Buffett’s surprising revelation about his relationship with Bill Gates since Epstein scandal came to light

Snippet: Warren Buffett revealed Tuesday that he has not spoken with Bill Gates “since the whole thing” with Jeffrey Epstein came to light – after the Microsoft founder was engulfed in a scandal over his links to the late convicted pedophile.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/business/buffett-reveals-he-has-not-talked-to-gates-since-the-whole-thing-with-epstein-came-to-light/

[2026-04-01 00:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Olaf just melted’: Video shows brand new ‘Frozen’ robot freeze, topple over at Disney park

Snippet: A brand new Olaf robot from “Frozen” literally froze and toppled over while making its debut at Disneyland Paris on Monday — sending his carrot nose flying.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/31/world-news/frozen-olaf-robot-malfunctions-at-disneyland-paris/

[2026-03-31 23:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Spanish Police uncover high-tech drug tunnel beneath Ceuta border

Snippet: Spanish police have uncovered a highly sophisticated drug-smuggling tunnel in Ceuta, right along the border with Morocco.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/31/spanish-police-uncover-high-tech-drug-tunnel-beneath-ceuta-border/

[2026-03-31 23:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: CNBC

Title: Epstein files: Buffett says he hasn't talked to Bill Gates ‘since the whole thing unveiled’

Snippet: Warren Buffett said on Tuesday that he has not spoken to Microsoft founder Bill Gates "since the whole thing" with the Jeffrey Epstein files "was unveiled."

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/warren-buffett-bill-gates-epstein.html

[2026-03-31 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Huawei's cloud computing revenue dropped in 2025 as Chinese AI lagged U.S. rivals

Snippet: Huawei's push to develop its own artificial intelligence chip has yet to drive the double-digit revenue gains of its peers, as Chinese companies strive to narrow the gap with the U.S. on AI.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/huawei-annual-report-2025-cloud-computing-revenue.html