The $35 Million Irony of an Anti-Capitalist ‘Animal Farm’
A reader points out the delicious irony in a new, big-budget ‘Animal Farm’ film. The project, trashing capitalism, is only possible because of the capitalist system that funded it.
Category: Technology
Apple’s Testing Its New iPhone Security Update System
Apple has released two test security updates, labeled iOS 26.3 (a) and (b), for users on the iOS 26.3 beta. These updates contain no actual fixes but are trialing a new, more seamless patching system. It signals a shift in how Apple might deliver critical security patches in the future.
Phasmophobia Studio Launches Publishing Arm, Promises 1.0 in 2026
The studio behind the smash hit Phasmophobia is expanding into indie game publishing. Founder Daniel Knight is launching Kinetic Publishing to help small teams, while a team of 30 finally works to bring Phasmophobia to version 1.0 in 2026.
Microsoft Warns of Sneaky Phishing Surge Targeting Your Own Domain
Microsoft is warning of a significant rise in phishing attacks that spoof internal domains, making malicious emails appear to come from HR or IT. The attacks exploit misconfigured email routing and are often paired with phishing-as-a-service kits. Organizations with complex mail setups are most at r
Samsung’s Next Budget Phones Are Leaking Out Early
The launch schedule for Samsung’s 2025 Galaxy A-series phones has reportedly leaked. The new models include the Galaxy A57, A37, and A07 5G, with key upgrades focused on cameras and battery life.
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang is “perfectly fine” with a California billionaire tax
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he’s “perfectly fine” with a proposed California tax on billionaires, a levy that could cost him nearly $8 billion. He argues that Silicon Valley’s talent pool, not tax policy, is what keeps companies like his anchored there.
Europe Bets €5 Million on Recycled, Safer EV Batteries
A new European research consortium is tackling EV battery sustainability and safety head-on. The 36-month SAFELOOP project, backed by €5 million, is developing key battery components from recycled materials to create a more secure European supply chain.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Launch Gets a February Date and a Price Hike
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is now tipped for a February 25 launch in San Francisco, a full month later than its predecessor. The delay is linked to a last-minute model swap, and prices are expected to rise in some regions like South Korea.
BlueScope Investors Want More Cash in $9 Billion Steel Buyout
A consortium’s A$13.2 billion buyout offer for BlueScope Steel is facing immediate pushback from key shareholders. They argue the A$30 per share price undervalues the company, setting the stage for a potential price hike.
The Newsom 2028 Buzz Hits a California-Sized Reality Check
Democrats eyeing Gavin Newsom for 2028 might want to check the U-Haul receipts. New data shows California is again the top state for outbound moves, a brutal referendum on his governance. So why is the party lining up behind another candidate with a glaring weakness?