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Author: Darren Holt

Darren Holt brings over a decade of specialized technology journalism to his coverage of industrial computing and automation systems, with a particular focus on how IoT connectivity is reshaping traditional manufacturing workflows. His analytical approach stems from hands-on experience evaluating embedded systems and edge computing architectures across multiple industrial sectors. Darren's writing consistently explores the intersection of legacy industrial equipment with emerging technologies, offering readers unique insights into digital transformation challenges. He maintains a distinctive perspective by examining how practical implementation realities often differ from theoretical tech promises in automation environments.
Crypto’s Boring, Practical 2025 Was Actually a Big Deal
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Crypto’s Boring, Practical 2025 Was Actually a Big Deal

Forget the hype. The real crypto story of 2025 was about banks, regulation, and building boring infrastructure. The US GENIUS Act provided stablecoin rules, and over $16 billion in venture capital flowed in.

by Darren HoltDecember 24, 2025
I tried using only the Windows Terminal. It was weirdly good.
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I tried using only the Windows Terminal. It was weirdly good.

A writer for XDA-Developers attempted to do all his work from the Windows Terminal, ditching GUI apps. He found it’s more possible than you’d think, using tools like Edit, Links, and winget, though it’s far from a perfect replacement for modern computing.

by Darren HoltDecember 24, 2025
A $449 AMD Laptop Got 8% Faster on Linux in Just Six Months
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A $449 AMD Laptop Got 8% Faster on Linux in Just Six Months

Benchmarking by Phoronix reveals that the performance of AMD’s sub-$500 “Krackan Point” laptops has improved significantly in a short time. The gains are attributed to updates in the Linux kernel, compiler, and graphics drivers over the second half of 2025.

by Darren HoltDecember 23, 2025
EA’s $55B Saudi Sale Clears First Hurdle, But Regulators Are Next
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EA’s $55B Saudi Sale Clears First Hurdle, But Regulators Are Next

Electronic Arts shareholders have voted to approve the company’s $55 billion sale to a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s PIF. The deal now faces a lengthy global regulatory review, with significant opposition from U.S. senators and Canadian labor unions.

by Darren HoltDecember 23, 2025
The AI Startups That Actually Got Paid in 2025
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The AI Startups That Actually Got Paid in 2025

Forget vanity metrics. New data from Brex, based on actual spending from 35,000+ companies, shows which AI startups are winning real budgets. The results highlight a massive shift toward developer tools and hint at the next wave of practical AI.

by Darren HoltDecember 23, 2025
Cramer’s Bullpen Puts Alphabet Back In The Game
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Cramer’s Bullpen Puts Alphabet Back In The Game

The CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer is putting Alphabet back on its watchlist. This reverses a March exit prompted by AI and antitrust fears that have since changed dramatically. Now, Gemini 3 and a big legal win are changing the narrative.

by Darren HoltDecember 22, 2025
A 600MW Gas-Powered Bet on Virginia’s Data Center Future
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A 600MW Gas-Powered Bet on Virginia’s Data Center Future

A major power project is taking shape in Southwest Virginia. An independent power producer has signed a letter of intent to develop a massive natural gas power solution for a planned data center hub, aiming to solve the industry’s biggest bottleneck.

by Darren HoltDecember 22, 2025
A Finance Pro Trains AI To Do His Job. Here’s His Bet.
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A Finance Pro Trains AI To Do His Job. Here’s His Bet.

Alexander Vasylenko works a 9-to-9 schedule, training AI after his day job as a steel company analyst. He’s seen models go from needing hand-holding to performing complex cash flow analysis in just two years. He believes mastering this shift is the key to surviving the coming wave of AI in finance.

by Darren HoltDecember 21, 2025
Georgia bets $16B on AI power demand, but ratepayers are on the hook
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Georgia bets $16B on AI power demand, but ratepayers are on the hook

Georgia’s utility regulators have unanimously approved a massive $16.3 billion plan to increase the state’s power capacity by 50%, betting on a surge in demand from AI data centers. The plan promises lower rates for residents by 2029, but opponents warn it’s a risky gamble that could leave existing

by Darren HoltDecember 21, 2025
Italy’s Top Court Forces $1.2 Billion Payout to Telecom Italia
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Italy’s Top Court Forces $1.2 Billion Payout to Telecom Italia

Italy’s highest court has ruled in favor of Telecom Italia in a massive, decades-long concession fee case. The $1.2 billion payout will allow the cash-strapped telco to move forward with converting its costly savings shares and potentially resume dividends.

by Darren HoltDecember 20, 2025

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