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WhatsApp is reportedly working on a Channel Quiz feature for Android users, which could allow channel admins to enhance engagement. It is said to be available to users as part of a future update. The purported Channel Quiz feature could appear in the Attachment menu in the channel window. It will reportedly allow admins to test the knowledge of other channel members about a specific topic, while promoting “friendly competition”.

Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for rights holders.

EA has a big hit with Battlefield 6. The shooter has reportedly sold seven million copies in just five days since it launched on October 10. Battlefield 6 is also said to have generated $350 million

Samsung has reportedly cancelled the Galaxy S26 Edge, citing poor sales performance of the Galaxy S25 Edge as the primary reason behind the decision. The Galaxy S25 Edge was launched in May this year with a 5.8mm build. Samsung reportedly notified its employees about the discontinuation of the Edge series and Galaxy S26 Edge. The Galaxy S25 Edge could be discontinued after the existing stock is sold.

Apple’s AI chief for Siri’s web-search revamp, Ke Yang, has reportedly left the company to join Meta. Yang led the “Answers, Knowledge and Information” team, developing a ChatGPT-like feature for Siri. His exit marks another key loss for Apple’s AI division, as multiple senior researchers have recently moved to Meta.