A new report details how three professionals broke into competitive AI fields. Their paths weren’t linear, but graduate programs and university networks were critical catalysts for their success.
Samsung’s strategy of funding and incubating startups is yielding serious recognition. Companies from its C-Lab Inside and Outside programs just scooped up 17 CES 2026 Innovation Awards. The tech giant is showcasing 15 of these startups at the upcoming expo.
Intel is quietly laying the groundwork for its next-generation Panther Lake laptop processors on Linux. The early driver work suggests a sprawling lineup of up to 13 different high-performance mobile chips.
The AI industry saw a staggering $400 billion in capital expenditures this year, helping to boost GDP. But behind the scenes, a fierce talent war and debates over a potential bubble reveal the high-stakes pressure.
The big story in payments and risk this year wasn’t a new feature, but a fundamental rewiring. Digital capabilities became the shared architecture, not just bolt-ons. This shift created clear winners and left laggards at a structural disadvantage.
The push to let people fix their own gadgets scored big wins this year with new laws in three states, including Texas. But advocates warn the next battle is ensuring companies don’t find loopholes to avoid real change.
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against a Texas law that would have required app stores to implement age verification. The law, set to take effect on January 1, 2026, was challenged by tech industry groups who argued it violated First Amendment rights.
A reported deal to lift Chinese restrictions on rare earth supplies isn’t playing out on the ground. US companies say they still can’t get the raw materials needed to build a domestic industry for critical magnets.
A Texas power developer has filed a proposal to repurpose nuclear reactors from Navy warships to supply electricity for data centers. The plan, targeting the AI boom’s energy needs, could generate up to 520 megawatts and cost up to $2.1 billion. It’s a novel attempt to quickly add baseload power to
The tokenized asset market could hit $16 trillion by 2030, but it’s stuck in the billions now. The problem? A focus on the blockchain over the data. Real success is coming from platforms that tokenize verifiable performance, like private jet flight hours.
