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Author: Natalie Brooks

Natalie Brooks brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through her specialized focus on industrial computing systems and automation technologies, where she deciphers complex technical implementations for broader industry audiences. Her analytical approach particularly illuminates how IoT architectures and edge computing solutions are transforming traditional manufacturing and logistics sectors. With a methodology shaped by hands-on system evaluations, she consistently identifies meaningful patterns in emerging technologies that others might overlook, bridging the gap between engineering specifications and real-world business impact. This unique vantage point allows her to forecast how industrial innovations will cascade through adjacent technology sectors.
UK Manufacturers Are Sleepwalking Into a 2027 DPP Disaster
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UK Manufacturers Are Sleepwalking Into a 2027 DPP Disaster

A new study reveals a major readiness gap for the EU’s upcoming Digital Product Passport (DPP). With compliance mandated by 2027, many UK exporters are unaware or unprepared, risking fines and market access.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 29, 2026
Microsoft Gave FBI BitLocker Keys, Here’s How to Stop That
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Microsoft Gave FBI BitLocker Keys, Here’s How to Stop That

A recent report shows Microsoft complied with an FBI warrant in early 2025, handing over BitLocker recovery keys for laptops in a fraud investigation. This highlights the privacy risk of letting Microsoft store your encryption key. Luckily, there’s a way to take control, but it requires Windows 11 P

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 29, 2026
Xbox Boss Says Cancelling Games Is Just Business
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Xbox Boss Says Cancelling Games Is Just Business

In a new interview, Xbox Game Studios head Craig Duncan addressed the wave of game cancellations and studio impacts from 2025. He called the decisions difficult but necessary, framing them as part of broader portfolio management for the business.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
IQM Quantum Computers Drops Its Co-CEO Model, Names Founder Sole Leader
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IQM Quantum Computers Drops Its Co-CEO Model, Names Founder Sole Leader

European quantum computing firm IQM has scrapped its co-CEO leadership model. Co-founder Jan Goetz is now the sole CEO, while former co-CEO Mikko Välimäki will transition out by March 31, 2026.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
Siemens’ CTO Bets on Industrial AI, Not Humanoid Robots
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Siemens’ CTO Bets on Industrial AI, Not Humanoid Robots

In a recent interview, Siemens’ Chief Technology and Strategy Officer Peter Koerte detailed the company’s strategic bets for navigating major global trends. He’s focused on electrification, automation, and building specialized “industrial foundation models” for AI, but remains unconvinced by humanoi

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
Apple’s New AirTag: Same Price, Better Range, Louder Speaker
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Apple’s New AirTag: Same Price, Better Range, Louder Speaker

Apple has quietly upgraded its AirTag tracker. The new model keeps the $29 price but extends Precision Finding range by 50% and adds a much louder speaker. It’s available to order now.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
Nvidia Doubles Down on CoreWeave With a $2 Billion Bet
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Nvidia Doubles Down on CoreWeave With a $2 Billion Bet

Nvidia is making a massive $2 billion follow-on investment in cloud provider CoreWeave. The deal aims to accelerate the build-out of over 5 gigawatts of AI computing capacity by 2030, even as CoreWeave carries nearly $19 billion in debt.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
Oklahoma Wants a 3-Year Pause on New Data Centers
CloudPolicyTechnology

Oklahoma Wants a 3-Year Pause on New Data Centers

An Oklahoma state senator has introduced a bill to halt new data center construction for three years. The move aims to study the impacts on water, utilities, and land use as the AI boom drives development into new regions.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
A 149 Million Password Leak Just Got Worse for Apple Users
CybersecurityPrivacySoftware

A 149 Million Password Leak Just Got Worse for Apple Users

A security researcher found a massive, open database containing 149 million usernames and passwords. It wasn’t a corporate hack, but it still exposed 900,000 Apple iCloud accounts.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026
Xbox’s Store is Drowning in Achievement Spam
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Xbox’s Store is Drowning in Achievement Spam

New data shows a shocking surge of “Gamerscore spam” games on Xbox, making up almost 40% of 2025 releases. This flood of shovelware is warping achievement totals and hurting game discovery for everyone else.

by Natalie BrooksJanuary 26, 2026

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