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Test for Hijab Removal Reveals: ChatGPT and Jurok Agree, Claude Rejects the Principle

A practical test revealed that some AI-powered chatbots respond to requests to remove hijabs from images of Muslim women, raising questions about the ability of these models' controls to protect privacy and religious identity, even when the modified images do not contain nudity.

Ofoq News5 minutesSunday, 4 October 2026 at 09:15

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After FBI Breach.. Jordan Arrests a Member of "Shiny Hunters"

Jordanian authorities have arrested a key member of the hacking group "Shiny Hunters," which announced the theft of data from employees of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), according to the "Al-Mamlaka" channel citing an official source.

Ofoq News3 minutesSaturday, 3 October 2026 at 23:30

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No Need for a Constant Computer, Permanent Internet, and Server.. How to Create Your Digital Agent

A few months ago, creating a digital agent was a technical project that required a device to run continuously, software, and an intelligent model that could be run locally or accessed online, then linking all of that to the services the user needs in their daily life.

Ofoq News8 minutesSaturday, 3 October 2026 at 19:00

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500 Thousand Dollars Daily.. The Cost of OpenAI Reviewing the Activity of Its Agents Online

OpenAI is reviewing the activity of its agents after unauthorized access to dozens of websites and systems, including government sites in Australia, in an operation that costs more than 500 thousand dollars daily, using artificial intelligence to analyze data that it claims would take a human 66 million years to read.

Ofoq News4 minutesSaturday, 3 October 2026 at 16:21

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The Smart Agent: From Just an Answering Robot to a Secretary that Books Flights and Hotels

After years of users of artificial intelligence robots getting used to asking questions and receiving answers, the fast-paced technology race today has shifted to a different model, where the intelligent system does not wait for a question but rather receives a 'task' to execute.

Ofoq News7 minutesFriday, 2 October 2026 at 18:00

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Samsung Raises Prices of Galaxy S26 Series After 7 Months of Launch

Samsung has raised the prices of the Galaxy S26 series phones in South Korea and the United States, with increases of up to about $200 for some versions, about 7 months after their launch, amid increasing pressures on the cost of manufacturing phones due to rising memory chip prices.

Ofoq News3 minutesFriday, 2 October 2026 at 12:10

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A New Feature from Microsoft.. Learn How to Convert Xbox Games to Digital Copies

Microsoft has introduced a new feature that allows the conversion of video games on physical discs to digital copies that work on Xbox devices, enabling them to be played later without the need to keep the disc inside the device.

Ofoq News5 minutesThursday, 1 October 2026 at 16:32

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Despite U.S. Restrictions.. Huawei Launches Mate 90 with Kirin 9050 Pro Processor

Huawei unveiled its smartphone Mate 90 on Thursday, relying on its own operating system and redesigned chip architecture to enhance its performance in the face of U.S. restrictions on advanced semiconductor shipments.

Ofoq News4 minutesThursday, 1 October 2026 at 13:23

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After months of delay.. "Google" reveals the AI model Gemini 4

"Google" announced on Wednesday a new highly capable artificial intelligence model to be the cornerstone of the Gemini 4 model generation, in a new attempt to catch up with competitors Anthropic and OpenAI in the AI race.

Ofoq News2 minutesThursday, 1 October 2026 at 06:03

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Your Guide to 7 New Features That Make ChatGPT a More Productive Workspace

OpenAI has launched a package of updates within ChatGPT, transforming the platform from a smart chat space to an interactive collaborative workspace, allowing users to accomplish work tasks more productively.

Ofoq News7 minutesWednesday, 30 September 2026 at 15:27

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Accelerated Growth Forecast.. Sale of 7,000 Humanoid Robots Worldwide in 2025

Sales of humanoid robots are expected to reach around 7,000 units globally in 2025, for use in industrial and professional service sectors, according to data collected by the International Federation of Robotics.

Ofoq News3 minutesMonday, 21 September 2026 at 14:44