Why Software Updates Are Suddenly More Urgent

Why Software Updates Are Suddenly More Urgent

Author: The Wall Street Journal April 21, 2026 Duration: 12:03
A new AI tool found thousands of cybersecurity risks and developers are racing to patch them up. WSJ personal-tech columnist Nicole Nguyen explains why those software updates are more critical than ever. Plus, Big Tech’s AI ambitions are colliding with its climate pledges. WSJ sustainability reporter Yusuf Khan breaks down how Silicon Valley is offsetting rising emissions in the age of AI. Imani Moise hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Duration: 2:47
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