Apple opens Siri to third‑party chatbots
According to The Verge, “Apple will reportedly allow other AI chatbots to plug into Siri”, a Bloomberg‑sourced report that says iOS 27’s new “Extensions” could create an *AI* App Store for third‑party assistants. ([theverge.com](https://www.theverge.com/tech/902048/apple-siri-ai-chatbot-update-ios-27)) [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/902048/apple-siri-ai-chatbot-update-ios-27)
Meta hit with landmark child‑safety verdict
According to AP, “New Mexico jury says Meta harms children’s mental health and safety, violating state law”, a jury ordering $375M in penalties — a *verdict* that could trigger wider legal and regulatory fallout for social platforms. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/28eabd8ec5f58c1d1ecddc21bb107de7?utm_source=openai)) [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/28eabd8ec5f58c1d1ecddc21bb107de7)
Amazon buys humanoid‑robot startup
According to TechCrunch, “Amazon just bought a startup making kid-size humanoid robots”, confirming its acquisition of Fauna Robotics as Amazon ramps *robotics* efforts for home and logistics. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/24/amazon-just-bought-a-startup-making-kid-size-humanoid-robots/)) [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/24/amazon-just-bought-a-startup-making-kid-size-humanoid-robots/)
Fed pause as oil shock raises risks
According to Reuters (via MarketScreener), “Fed holds rates steady as expected, calls inflation somewhat elevated” — the FOMC left the federal‑funds target at 3.50–3.75%, penciled just one cut for 2026 and warned the Iran war and energy shock make the outlook “uncertain”. Keyword: rates. [MarketScreener](https://uk.marketscreener.com/news/instant-view-fed-holds-rates-steady-as-expected-calls-inflation-somewhat-elevated-ce7e5ed9dc88ff27)
Oil spike strains markets
According to Reuters (via Investing.com), “Oil extends gains as Middle East conflict threatens export facilities” — Brent topped $100 and briefly spiked toward $119 in early March after strikes on Kharg Island and near‑closure of the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying inflation and growth risks for the U.S. and global economy. Keyword: oil. [Investing.com](https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/oil-extends-gains-as-middle-east-conflict-threatens-export-facilities-4561602)
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