Taiwan has officially confirmed its “N-2” policy, mandating that TSMC’s US fabs will always be two chip generations behind its domestic production. This casts major doubt on efforts to build a resilient, cutting-edge semiconductor supply chain in America. The situation could create a massive opening
Airbus is launching a massive tender to move its most sensitive apps to a European sovereign cloud. The contract is worth over €50 million and could last a decade. Yet, executives give it only an 80% chance of finding a suitable provider.
The Linux storage and security stack is getting two significant updates. Cryptsetup 2.8.2 now allows access to BitLocker-encrypted drives using the clear key method. Meanwhile, changes merged for Linux kernel 6.19 drastically improve the performance of the dm-verity integrity checking feature.
A federal appeals court has revived a major antitrust class action against Apple’s App Store. The case, which accuses Apple of monopolizing the iPhone app market, had been decertified last year.
A new Executive Order has scrapped the long-standing policy of providing free space situational awareness and collision warnings. This shift raises a fundamental question: what problem is charging supposed to solve? The answer is unclear, and the risks for space safety are very real.
LG is walking back a controversial software update that installed a non-removable Microsoft Copilot shortcut on its TVs. The company now says it will take steps to allow users to delete the icon, following significant online frustration. The shortcut links to a web app, not an embedded service.
OpenAI has launched a beta for ChatGPT Apps, an in-chat directory that connects services like Spotify and DoorDash directly to the AI. It allows for actions like ordering groceries or booking travel without leaving the conversation. This could fundamentally change how we interact with apps.
Forget installing the Arduino IDE just to flash a pre-built .bin file to your ESP32. A new web tool called ESPConnect runs entirely in your browser, handling firmware flashing, partition management, and even file system inspection with just a USB cable. It’s a focused utility that could save a ton o
Google is adding a file upload feature directly to its search bar. Users can now ask questions about images and PDFs via Gemini. This move aims to make AI tools more accessible to the general public.
The big AI prediction for 2026 isn’t a new model, but a cultural shift. Experts argue that for AI to finally deliver, it must be woven into how people actually think and work, not just dropped into broken processes.
