
Ex-Google Engineer Convicted of Stealing AI Secrets
A former Google engineer has been convicted of stealing proprietary artificial intelligence technology, raising concerns about intellectual property protection in the tech industry.

A former Google engineer has been convicted of stealing proprietary artificial intelligence technology, raising concerns about intellectual property protection in the tech industry.

The UN says Yemen’s Houthis removed its assets and equipment in areas they control, adding new constraints to already restricted humanitarian operations.

Android 17’s frosted design has sparked mixed reactions, with some users welcoming its calm subtlety while others question blur’s impact on clarity and performance.

NotebookLM’s video feature is now available on Android, turning notes into visual summaries and bringing dynamic learning tools to mobile-first users.

XREAL’s new real-time 3D conversion feature adds automatic depth to standard content, signaling a quieter, more seamless approach to everyday AR immersion.

Virtuix has gone public amid a slowdown in consumer VR, testing whether its motion-based approach can stand apart as the industry reassesses its future.

Tim Berners-Lee warns the internet is at a crossroads, urging action to reclaim openness, user control, and trust before concentrated power defines its future.

Somalia’s approval of Starlink could expand internet access, reshape competition for local telecoms, and introduce new pricing dynamics shaped by satellite connectivity.

MIT engineers have designed structures that perform computation using heat flow, suggesting a future where intelligence can be embedded directly into materials.

Qilimanjaro’s EduQit brings hands-on learning to quantum computing education, helping students and professionals move beyond theory into practical exploration.

Shanghai is expanding computing infrastructure to position itself as a global hub, treating processing power as a core resource for economic growth and governance.

After a Garmin Connect update, several smartwatch models faced connectivity issues, revealing how dependent modern wearables are on fragile software ecosystems.

Despite widespread availability, digital wallets remain underused in physical stores, held back by habit, inconsistency, and lingering uncertainty at the checkout.

Palm-based payments promise frictionless checkout by turning the hand into a wallet, raising new questions about convenience, trust, and how quietly financial habits evolve.

The TV industry is rethinking 8K as limited content, costs, and real-world viewing habits shift focus toward picture quality and performance over resolution.

Leaked images and specs suggest the Galaxy S26 series favors refinement over reinvention, with subtle design changes, familiar performance upgrades, and a likely February 25 debut.

Leaked renders and specs suggest Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra will blend refined design, powerful cameras, a 6.9″ display, and enhanced hardware in a quietly evolved flagship.

Windows 11 experiments with a top menu bar, blending familiar routines with subtle innovation and offering users a reflective glimpse at evolving workflows.

Microsoft is refocusing Windows development on performance, stability, and user‑highlighted concerns to rebuild trust after recent reliability issues and user frustration with updates.

Google’s Android desktop OS promises a unified ecosystem but raises concerns over app optimization, security, legacy software compatibility, performance, and user adoption.

Linux sees a new horizon as NVIDIA launches the native GeForce NOW beta via Flatpak, bringing cloud RTX gaming to Ubuntu and beyond in a first‑step embrace.

Publishers are limiting the Internet Archive’s access to their content to prevent AI systems from using archived material for scraping and training without consent or compensation.

The Montre de Souscription 5 by Monochrome and Angelus is a limited-edition monopusher chronograph with vintage inspiration, 37 mm case, gold-tone dial, and a subscription-only release.

A reflective first look at Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War IV’s Ork campaign, highlighting Guzcutta’s journey, branching paths, updated RTS mechanics, and its 2026 PC release.