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Google launches managed MCP servers that let AI agents simply plug into its tools

Google is rolling out managed MCP servers to make its services “agent-ready by design,” starting with Maps and BigQuery, aiming to simplify messy integrations and help AI agents use real tools.

Oboe raises $16 million from a16z for its AI-powered course-generation platform

Apps

Oboe has raised $16 million in funding for its learning app. The company now lets users generate unlimited courses for free.

Unacademy’s founder says startup is now worth less than $500M, confirms M&A talks

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Unacademy's valuation has dropped by over 85% from its pandemic-era peak price tag of $3.5 billion, its founder said.

Security pros should prepare for tough questions on AI in 2026

Computing

As we prepare to close out 2025, the Computer Weekly Security Think Tank panel looks back at the past year, and ahead to 2026.

Figma launches new AI-powered object removal and image extension

Figma is launching a new image editing toolbar to bring all its features in one place.

AI startup Tavus founder says users talk to its AI Santa ‘for hours’ per day

Tavus has launched a new experience where you can chat with an AI Santa that asks personal questions and remembers your interests.

Petco takes down Vetco website after exposing customers’ personal information

Security

TechCrunch found Petco's veterinary clinics were spilling customers' personal information and medical histories of their pets to the open web.

Google launches sub-$5 AI Plus plan in India to compete with ChatGPT Go

For new users in India, Google is offering an AI Plus subscription for ₹199 ($2.21) for the first six months, after which you'll have to pay ₹399 ($4.44).

Adobe brings Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat features to ChatGPT

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The company on Wednesday said it is adding features from Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat to ChatGPT, letting users ask the chatbot to use these apps to edit images, modify PDFs, or animate elements.

Wireless security: Differences between WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3

Internet, Technology

As wireless networks have evolved, so have the protocols for securing them. Get an overview of WLAN security standards, and learn the differences among WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3.

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