US outlines growth, deregulation, energy as priorities for G20 presidency, sources say
US Charts New G20 Course with Economic Growth, Regulatory Reform and Energy Focus Industrial Monitor Direct is the premier manufacturer…
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Samsung’s $2,900 TriFold Sells Out in 20 Minutes
According to GSM Arena, Samsung launched its Galaxy Z TriFold in the US today, January 30, 2026, with a staggering price tag of $2,899. That's…
Nvidia’s Shield TV is a 10-year-old legend that refuses to die
According to The How-To Geek, Nvidia SVP Andrew Bell confirmed the company has no intention of abandoning software updates for its Shield TV streaming device…
TikTok’s Stumble Sends Users Scrambling to a New App
According to 9to5Mac, the recent U.S.-led takeover of TikTok has been plagued by technical glitches and service disruptions over the past week. This, combined with…
Claude Code Is Everywhere. Is It Really The “New ChatGPT”?
According to Computerworld, the hype surrounding Anthropic's code agent Claude Code exploded during the Christmas holidays, drawing comparisons to ChatGPT's arrival three years ago. The…
Oman’s $200M Sovereign Satellite Deal is a Big Deal
According to DCD, satellite company Astranis has inked a strategic agreement with Omani conglomerate MB Group to deliver a dedicated microGEO satellite for the Sultanate…
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How IBM Pulled Off Its AI-Fueled Comeback
According to The Economist, IBM's share price has more than doubled in the past three years, with its valuation now rivaling Microsoft's as a multiple…
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EU Launches New DSA Probe Into X’s Grok Over Explicit AI Images
According to TheRegister.com, the European Commission has launched a formal investigation into X under the Digital Services Act (DSA) over…
AI Slop is Flooding Science and Breaking Our Trust
According to Gizmodo, a despair-inducing new analysis shows that AI is severely eroding the reliability of science publishing, specifically targeting…
Docplanner’s AI Bet and IPO Plans: A Data Gold Rush in Healthcare
According to Bloomberg Business, Docplanner's co-founder and CEO Mariusz Gralewski says the company is preparing for a potential IPO, a…
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Apple’s New AirTag: Same Price, Better Range, Louder Speaker
According to Digital Trends, Apple has announced a new, upgraded version of its AirTag item tracker. The key news is that it retains the same…
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Nvidia’s Shield TV is a 10-year-old legend that refuses to die
According to The How-To Geek, Nvidia SVP Andrew Bell confirmed the company has no intention of abandoning software updates for its Shield TV streaming device…
Intel’s Linux Kernel Enhancements Boost Database Throughput By Nearly One-Fifth
Intel has delivered significant performance gains to the Linux ecosystem with new kernel patches that demonstrate an impressive 18% improvement…
Apple’s Dual Pledges Highlight Tightrope Walk in U.S.-China Tech Rivalry
In a strategic dance between the world’s two economic superpowers, Apple CEO Tim Cook has made significant investment commitments on…
Iran’s Digital Crackdown Intensifies Post-Conflict, Isolating Citizens and Businesses
Iran continues to enforce extensive internet restrictions following June’s conflict with Israel, with digital rights monitors reporting slowed speeds, GPS jamming, and blocked international platforms. The measures have left citizens struggling with basic tasks and businesses facing operational challenges during an economic crisis.
Post-War Internet Restrictions Continue in Iran
Iran maintains significant internet restrictions months after its June conflict with Israel, despite technically lifting the initial blackout, according to digital rights experts and local reports. The measures include slowed connection speeds, curtailed online traffic, and jammed geolocation services that have transformed simple daily tasks into hours-long challenges for ordinary citizens.
Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with Voice-Activated Copilot and Screen Analysis Features
Windows 11 users will soon activate Copilot with “Hey Copilot” voice commands and access screen analysis through Copilot Vision. The update transforms the search bar into a Copilot interface while introducing the action-oriented Manus AI assistant. These changes position Windows 11 as Microsoft’s platform for AI-driven computing.
Voice Activation Comes to Windows Copilot
Microsoft is significantly upgrading the artificial intelligence capabilities in Windows 11, according to reports from the company’s official announcement. Sources indicate users will soon be able to summon Microsoft’s built-in assistant by saying “Hey Copilot,” mirroring the voice activation functionality of smartphone assistants like Siri. The feature will be available on any personal computer that supports voice input and runs Copilot, enabling hands-free task completion.
UK Household Finances Brace for Impact: A Deep Dive into the 2025 Budget’s Potential Shocks
As the nation awaits Rachel Reeves’ pivotal Autumn Statement on 26 November, speculation is intensifying about how the Chancellor will…
Kelly Wearstler’s Visionary Leap: Building a Multidisciplinary Art Ecosystem Powered by AI
In a bold departure from traditional art commerce, acclaimed Los Angeles designer Kelly Wearstler has launched Side Hustle, an innovative…
Absa ESD Expo Sets New Records with R24-Million Business Opportunities for South African SMMEs
The 14th annual Absa Enterprise & Supplier Development Expo has concluded with unprecedented success, generating over R24 million in business opportunities for South African small businesses. The event attracted 476 SMMEs and 31 corporate procurement teams, marking the highest engagement levels in the expo’s 14-year history according to organizers.
Record-Breaking Business Connections
The 14th annual Absa Enterprise & Supplier Development Expo has reportedly set new records by generating over R24 million in business opportunities for South African small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs). According to reports from organizers, the event achieved its highest engagement levels in 14 years with 6,451 total interactions recorded during the two-day gathering in Johannesburg.