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Gmail Is Killing POP and Gmailify Access. Here's What It Means for You.

Today's tech tales range from Google's email changes to AI's bouncer-like prowess in app security, with a sprinkling of political drama and engineering intrigue.

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  1. Gmail Is Killing POP and Gmailify Access. Here's What It Means for YouGoogle is playing email God, taking away POP and Gmailify access, leaving users scrambling to consolidate their inboxes. It's like a digital house party where the host decides to shut the door on half the guests—good luck finding another way in! — Wired
  2. The War Over Prediction Markets Is Just Getting StartedIn a surprising twist, prediction markets have become the political battleground where conservatives and liberals unite against the law—call it bipartisan chaos! As the fight heats up, it looks like betting on the future is the new political pastime. — Wired
  3. Leading US Research Lab Appears to Be Squeezing Out Foreign ScientistsThe National Institute of Standards and Technology is tightening the screws on foreign scientists, risking a brain drain that could leave the U.S. high and dry. It's like kicking out the best players from your fantasy football team—good luck winning without them! — Wired
  4. Ex-Google engineers accused of helping themselves to chip security secretsIn a plot twist worthy of a tech thriller, ex-Google engineers are in hot water for allegedly stealing chip security secrets like they were candy from a digital store. Looks like some folks took 'innovation' a bit too literally! — The Register
  5. Samsung updates Bixby to become more conversationalBixby is finally ready to join the chit-chat, now equipped with conversational skills that might just make you forget your other virtual assistants. It’s like watching a toddler learn to speak—adorable and slightly awkward, but hey, progress! — Engadget
  6. Google Play used AI to help block 1.75 million bad apps in 2025In a remarkable feat of digital housekeeping, Google Play's AI has flexed its muscles, blocking 1.75 million naughty apps last year. It’s like having a bouncer at the club who knows exactly who should and shouldn’t get in! — Engadget