Assuage Tech Blog

Matthew McConaughey has trademarked his iconic “alright, alright, alright” catchphrase — including as a sound mark — to stop AI tools from cloning his voice and style without permission. Working with Yorn Levine, he secured eight USPTO trademarks covering the phrase and short audio‑video “portraits” that capture elements of his on‑screen identity. The move comes […]

January 16, 2026

AI didn’t write the Upside Down’s season five happenings, says the ‘Stranger Things’ documentary director.

January 16, 2026

From floppy slots to MagSafe: nostalgia reimagined as your iPhone time-travels back to 1984.

January 15, 2026

M&M’S is teaming up with Marvel for a global limited‑edition collaboration that transforms its candy mascots into iconic superheroes. Seven collectible packs feature playful mash‑ups, including Red as Deadpool, Yellow as Wolverine, and Blue as Daredevil, alongside She‑Hulk, Elektra, and Black Widow’s Yelena and Red Guardian. Each wrapper doubles as a digital gateway, with QR […]

January 15, 2026

HEINZ has introduced the Dipper, a patent‑pending fry box with a built‑in sauce compartment designed to solve the long‑standing problem of messy on‑the‑go dipping. Launching across 11 countries, the Dipper integrates fries and condiments into a single container, addressing findings that most consumers spill sauce or avoid dipping entirely while mobile. The design supports real‑world […]

January 15, 2026

A last sign-off from the ‘Dilbert’ creator: “My body failed before my brain.”

January 15, 2026

US senators are urging Apple and Google to remove Elon Musk’s X and its AI chatbot Grok from their app stores after reports that the platform generated nonconsensual AI images. Lawmakers argue that the companies must enforce their own policies on harmful or abusive content, especially as AI tools become more powerful and easier to […]

January 15, 2026

Apple just bundled its creative heavy hitters—Final Cut, Logic, Pixelmator—into one suite.

January 15, 2026

“It’s a small planet, but someone’s gotta make the deliveries.”Messenger started because we wanted to build something that felt calm but also…

January 15, 2026

Moleskine turns the hospital bed into a notebook cover that invites reflection.

January 14, 2026

Decades later, a crash test dummy representing women, not just smaller men, has landed.

January 14, 2026

Too spicy for Hollywood? Warner Bros is stir-frying a small business for its resemblance to the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ name.

January 14, 2026

Apple is giving Siri a new brain, and it belongs to Google.

January 14, 2026

Living solo? This viral app makes sure someone knows you’re alive.

January 14, 2026

The Lego Group and The Pokémon Company International have revealed their first‑ever Lego Pokémon sets, launching worldwide on February 27, 2026 to mark the 30th anniversary of Pokémon Red and Green. The lineup includes a dynamic Pikachu & Poké Ball build, a poseable Eevee set, and a massive Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise collector’s edition. Designed […]

January 14, 2026

The macOS update looks smooth—until you try to resize a window.

January 14, 2026

Roll over, humans. Good Boy’s canine star Indy takes home a top acting prize.

January 13, 2026

Dunkin’ has kicked off 2026 with the launch of its new Protein Milk line, a bold entry into the functional beverage market. Partnering with Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who stars as “Pro-Tina” in an 80s-inspired campaign, the rollout introduces protein-packed drinks like Megan’s Mango Protein Refresher, Caramel Chocolate Iced Protein Latte, and Almond Iced […]

January 13, 2026

Barbie’s Fashionistas line adds an autistic doll, with design details meant to reflect sensory needs and self-regulating behaviors.

January 13, 2026

Working solo is one of the benefits of being a freelance web designer. You don’t have a boss breathing down your neck or tracking every mouse click. That’s one reason why many of us choose this career path. On the other hand, no one has your back when things go wrong. There are no team […]

January 13, 2026