Philips Hue has unveiled over 10 new smart home products, including the Secure Video Doorbell with 2K resolution and the Bridge Pro, which can connect to 150 devices. The launch includes not only updates like seamless light strips and new bulbs but also highlights a broader strategy to compete with established brands in the smart home sector.

Younger audiences are increasingly seeking interactive TV experiences that integrate live content with social features and commerce, Horowitz Research reports. The study shows:

• 48% of TV viewers use social media during or after watching shows
• 18-to-34-year-olds are most likely to engage and buy merchandise directly from programming
• 35% share live reactions during a TV program or event

Companies like Apple and Amazon are integrating the triple bottom line framework, which focuses on people, profit and planet, to enhance sustainability strategies. Apple is doing so by transitioning to renewable energy and investing in reforestation, while Amazon aims for net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and reducing food waste.

Passkeys are emerging as a secure and user-friendly alternative to traditional passwords, driven by major tech companies such as Google, Apple and Microsoft. Supported by the FIDO Alliance, they use public-key cryptography, making them resistant to phishing and data breaches. Operating systems have integrated passkey support, although full adoption across all apps and services is still underway.