EU Throws Billions at AI ‘Gigafactories’ in Catch-Up Bid
The European Investment Bank and European Commission have signed a deal to finance new AI data centers. This move supplements a massive €20 billion grant program announced earlier in 2025.
Author: Bennett Laura
Bennett Laura brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through her specialized focus on industrial computing systems and automation ecosystems, where she deciphers complex technical integrations for both enterprise and manufacturing audiences. Her analytical approach to emerging technologies spans IoT architectures and edge computing implementations, informed by years of tracking how industrial automation evolves alongside consumer tech trends. This unique vantage point allows her to contextualize technological shifts within broader operational frameworks, examining how innovations permeate from factory floors to global supply chains.
A New Magnet Could Break China’s Rare Earth Grip
A U.S. company says it’s developed a powerful magnet without using scarce rare earth minerals. This innovation could challenge China’s dominance, which controls over 90% of the global supply chain for these critical components.
Why Your Company’s Data Silos Are Killing Customer Experience
Companies are sitting on mountains of data trapped in departmental silos, creating disjointed customer experiences. The real challenge isn’t collecting more data, but connecting it all to drive smarter, faster decisions across the entire business.
YouTube TV’s new sports bundle is a game-changer for cord-cutters
YouTube TV is planning a major shift. The service will introduce a cheaper, sports-centric bundle in 2026, giving fans a new option that includes ESPN, Fox, and NBC sports networks. This comes after a fierce 15-day blackout battle with Disney over carriage fees.
Apple’s App Store Let More Sanctioned Apps Slip Than Google
A Tech Transparency Project report reveals a major gap in app store screening. Dozens of apps from US-sanctioned Russian and Chinese entities were found, with Apple hosting many more than Google and being slower to remove them.
FNT and Paessler Team Up to Bridge the IT Monitoring-Documentation Gap
FNT Software has launched a new Infrastructure Health & Monitoring module for its Command Platform, developed in partnership with Paessler. The solution aims to merge real-time monitoring data from PRTG with FNT’s documentation and lifecycle management tools. This creates a synchronized “digital twi
HPE’s Juniper loses top UK strategist to fiber rival CityFibre
Neil McRae, the chief network strategist at HPE’s Juniper Networks, has left to join UK alternative network provider CityFibre. He will take over as the company’s new Chief Technology Information Officer, replacing John Franklin.
Foldables Are Finally Going Mainstream in 2026
The smartphone market is stuck in neutral, but foldable phones are accelerating. New data shows a stark divide, setting the stage for a major shift in the industry by 2026.
Bill Gates-Backed Geothermal Startup Fervo Raises Huge $462M
Geothermal startup Fervo Energy has landed a massive $462 million Series E funding round. The company, backed by Bill Gates, will use the capital to build out its flagship Utah facility and develop new projects.
Stellantis and Bolt are taking driverless vans for a spin in Europe
Stellantis, the parent company of brands like Jeep and Peugeot, is teaming up with European ride-hailing giant Bolt. Their goal is to test fully driverless vans on public roads. This is a major step for commercial autonomous vehicle deployment.