Google and Epic Games have reached a settlement in their long-running antitrust battle over the Android app store. The agreement comes after a jury sided with Epic in 2023 and the Supreme Court denied Google’s appeal. The settlement preserves most of the court-ordered changes to open up competition.
Microsoft is officially retiring Defender Application Guard for Office, with complete removal scheduled for December 2027. The transition begins with Office version 2602 in February 2026. Protected View will become the default security layer for untrusted files.
Starbucks is making a dramatic shift in China, selling a 60% controlling stake to private equity firm Boyu Capital. The $4 billion joint venture will operate nearly 8,000 stores while Starbucks keeps its brand and IP. This marks a major strategic pivot in Starbucks’ most important growth market outs
Deloitte has launched the first of nine satellites designed to hunt for hackers in orbit. The Silent Shield system comes as space-related cyber incidents surge 118% in 2025. This represents a fundamental shift in how we protect critical space infrastructure.
Verizon just launched a budget internet plan that could save customers over $1,200 over three years. But with speeds capped at 25Mbps and data limits that kick in quickly, it’s not for everyone. Here’s what you need to know before signing up.
According to Salesforce’s latest research, businesses are racing toward an “agentic future” but hitting major data roadblocks. Nearly two-thirds of technical leaders admit their companies struggle to drive business priorities with data, and 42% say their data strategies don’t align with business obj
Armilar Venture Partners has secured over €120 million for its fourth fund targeting DeepTech and digital transformation ventures across Spain and Portugal. The Lisbon-based firm aims to build a portfolio of around 20 companies, focusing on Series A opportunities at the intersection of digital techn
Apple is reportedly developing an affordable MacBook that could start at just $599. Codenamed J700, it would use iPhone processors instead of M-series chips and target students and casual users. The device might launch in multiple colors in early 2026.
Sequoia Capital has appointed Alfred Lin and Pat Grady as co-stewards, replacing Roelof Botha who steps down at age 52. The leadership change comes as the venture capital industry faces increasing political complexity and structural shifts. Both new leaders bring decades of investing experience and
Europe is doubling down on its climate ambitions with a massive €2.9 billion investment in net-zero technologies. The funding will support 61 projects across 19 sectors, aiming to cut 221 million tonnes of CO₂ equivalent. This represents the EU’s largest push yet to turn climate goals into industria
