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Month: January 2026

Microsoft’s BitLocker Has a Privacy Catch You Should Know
CybersecurityPrivacySoftware

Microsoft’s BitLocker Has a Privacy Catch You Should Know

A federal case has highlighted a key difference in how Microsoft and Apple handle device encryption. While Apple makes device keys unrecoverable, Microsoft stores BitLocker keys on its servers by default. This means, under a court order, Microsoft can and does provide access.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 25, 2026
Bosses Love AI, Workers Think It’s Useless. Who’s Right?
AIBusinessSoftware

Bosses Love AI, Workers Think It’s Useless. Who’s Right?

A stark new survey reveals a massive disconnect between executives and employees over AI’s value. While bosses see a productivity miracle, most workers say the tech saves them no time at all and often creates more work. The enthusiasm at the top is colliding with anxiety and frustration on the groun

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 25, 2026
Rolls-Royce Stock Is On a Wild, Record-Setting Run
BusinessManufacturingTechnology

Rolls-Royce Stock Is On a Wild, Record-Setting Run

Rolls-Royce stock is on an unprecedented streak, setting a new record high every day in 2026. The aerospace and defense giant is riding a wave of geopolitical tension and a broader market rally, but its story is more complex than just defense spending.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026
The NexPhone is a wild 3-in-1 gadget that could save you money
ComputingHardwareInnovation

The NexPhone is a wild 3-in-1 gadget that could save you money

A new device called the NexPhone is aiming to be your smartphone and your desktop computer. It runs three operating systems and could launch as a budget-friendly alternative to buying separate devices in 2026.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026
Switch 2’s Holiday Slump: A Real Problem or Just a Blip?
BusinessGamingHardware

Switch 2’s Holiday Slump: A Real Problem or Just a Blip?

The Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant slowdown in holiday sales compared to its predecessor. Analysts blame a tough economy and a lack of a true system-selling blockbuster game during the critical season.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026
Tesla’s Optimus Robot Is Getting a Real Job in Austin
AIManufacturingTechnology

Tesla’s Optimus Robot Is Getting a Real Job in Austin

Tesla is moving its Optimus robot training program to its massive Austin factory. The goal is to collect video data from workers to teach the humanoid bot real-world tasks, a shift from earlier methods.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026
When Losing 70% of Your Revenue is a Good Thing
BusinessInnovationStartups

When Losing 70% of Your Revenue is a Good Thing

A government letter cut 70% of their revenue overnight, exposing a business built on width, not strength. For the founders, it was the brutal catalyst they needed to rebuild everything from the ground up.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 25, 2026
SVT-AV1 4.0 is a huge speed boost for open video
InnovationSoftwareTechnology

SVT-AV1 4.0 is a huge speed boost for open video

The latest release of the open-source SVT-AV1 encoder, version 4.0, delivers dramatic performance improvements. It offers up to 8x faster encoding at the same quality, along with better visual features for both video and AVIF images.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026
A $6 Billion Hedge Fund, One Pizza Box, and a Very Big Bet
BusinessDataStartups

A $6 Billion Hedge Fund, One Pizza Box, and a Very Big Bet

Mala Gaonkar’s hedge fund, SurgoCap Partners, has grown to $6 billion in assets just three years after its launch. The former Lone Pine Capital veteran uses data science to invest in tech-enhanced sectors and runs the firm with a deliberately tiny team.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 25, 2026
The $5.3 Trillion AI Boom Has a Big, Hidden Problem
AIBusinessInnovation

The $5.3 Trillion AI Boom Has a Big, Hidden Problem

A new Wall Street Journal analysis puts a staggering price tag on the AI infrastructure boom. But the real story is in the huge risks that come with all that spending.

by Darren HoltJanuary 25, 2026

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