Today’s biggest tech news updates are here!

Kali Linux 2026.1 has officially launched with 8 new cybersecurity tools, major system upgrades, and improved mobile penetration testing features, making it a strong update for ethical hackers and security researchers.

Meta is expanding creator monetization with affiliate shopping on Facebook and Instagram, allowing users to earn commissions directly from posts and Reels, supported by AI-powered insights and in-app checkout features.

OpenAI has shocked the industry by shutting down its viral Sora video generation platform, shifting focus toward enterprise AI products and its upcoming super app strategy.

In India, AI startup Sarvam is planning to raise up to $250 million from Nvidia, Accel, and HCLTech, aiming to build powerful AI models tailored for Indian languages and global markets.

Apple is also working on a major Siri upgrade, including a standalone app, chat history, and deeper AI integration expected with iOS 27.

Meanwhile, Anthropic is pushing AI automation further with Claude’s new auto mode, allowing it to make decisions and complete tasks with minimal human input.