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Tech & AI News Roundup — September 28, 2026, 7:01 AM UTC
8 real stories worth knowing about, with links to the original reporting.
By Vibecoders Hub · 9/28/2026 · 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 – ARC-ing for an EV market
In today's edition: ARC Ride expands to South Africa || Egypt’s biggest banks are taking more profits || South Africa frees unused mobile spectrum || Kenya recorded 11.12 billion cyber threats — TechCabal
Truecaller takes its scam intelligence to the open web as it looks beyond caller ID
Truecaller finds a new way to reach users as pressure grows on its traditional caller ID business in India, its biggest market. — TechCrunch
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in September 2026
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more. — Wired
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in September 2026
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for September 2026. — Wired
The Xbox reset gets ugly
It feels like Xbox has been in a permanent state of turmoil for at least two years now, and this week is no different. Microsoft cut 268 jobs across its gaming division this week, shuffled major studios and franchises around, and continued its Xbox "reset." Layoffs have become a way of life for Xbox employees, after Microsoft started cutting thousands in early 2024 and hasn't slowed down. The turm — The Verge
Formula 1 looks at 3.0 L V8 turbos and smaller hybrids for 2030
F1 wants smaller, lighter cars that are not energy-starved like the 2026 hybrids. — Ars Technica
Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors on building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Leaders from Waabi, Shield AI, and General Motors join the Real World AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk building AI. Save up to $200 by Sept. 25, 11:59 p.m. PT. Get a second pass at 50% off. — TechCrunch
Amazon Reaches Out to Former Employees for AI Roles
Amazon recruiters are contacting former employees, including some who were laid off, about AI and cloud roles. Here's what the outreach means for AWS customers. The post Amazon Reaches Out to Former Employees for AI Roles appeared first on TechRepublic. — TechRepublic