Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 Ultra with a privacy screen feature that automatically blocks viewing angles on banking apps and notifications, while keeping the flagship price steady at $1,300 despite mid-tier models rising $100. Block announces a major workforce reduction of four thousand employees in favor of AI automation, and Perplexity launches "Computer," an ambitious new AI agent system designed to coordinate other AI agents. NATO's approval of iPhones for classified use marks a significant security milestone in government technology adoption.