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Tech & AI News Roundup — October 13, 2026, 7:02 AM UTC
8 real stories worth knowing about, with links to the original reporting.
By Vibecoders Hub · 10/13/2026 · 4 min read
Quick links to what's actually happening in AI, tech, and IT right now — curated from real reporting, not rewritten, so you can go read the full story wherever it's genuinely worth your time.
👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – A not-so-Flash deal
In today's edition: Pepkor’s fintech merger faces shareholder pushback || Quickmart cuts founder-linked contracts || Eskom enters the EV charging business || Dangote Refinery extends IPO timeline — TechCabal
Low-Cost Android Phones Ship With Preinstalled Malware That Turns Them Into Residential Proxies
Low-cost Android smartphones have been shipped with malicious software baked into the device firmware, allowing bad actors to covertly install apps, conduct ad fraud, and turn devices into residential proxies. The activity, which targets Android devices built on MediaTek platforms across several brands, is being tracked by Bitdefender under the moniker Midnight Mimosa. The preinstalled — The Hacker News
ExpressVPN Coupons: 80% Off
Learn how to get the best value from your ExpressVPN subscription plans, whether you need a flexible 1-month plan or want to lock in up to 61% savings on multi-year deals. — Wired
Lego Promo Code | 20% Off October 2026
Get the best deals on your favorite building sets, from free shipping over $35 to exclusive gifts with purchase using a Lego coupon code. — Wired
Anthropic Draws a Line on Claude Abuse: What Counts as Going Too Far?
Anthropic’s new Claude policy prohibits extreme, repeated abuse. Learn what remains allowed, how enforcement works, and what changes for workplace users. The post Anthropic Draws a Line on Claude Abuse: What Counts as Going Too Far? appeared first on TechRepublic. — TechRepublic
5 Google Chrome Features for Studying, Including Gemini Quizzes
Google Chrome offers five tools for studying, from Gemini-generated quizzes and podcast summaries to split view and reading mode. Here's what works and where. The post 5 Google Chrome Features for Studying, Including Gemini Quizzes appeared first on TechRepublic. — TechRepublic
Google announces the Fitbit Edge, a middle ground between Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air
The Fitbit Edge offers more than the Air, but it's not a real smartwatch. — Ars Technica
CMF’s first wireless speakers look like musical milk cartons
The CMF Speaker Series are the first portable Bluetooth speakers from the budget-focused brand that Nothing created but is in the process of spinning off into an India-based standalone subsidiary. As with many of CMF's products, like the Headphone Pro that launched a year ago, the new speakers deliver affordability alongside unique designs and bright color options that help them stand out from the — The Verge