Xbox’s Jason Ronald is teasing major announcements for the platform’s 25th anniversary in 2026, hinting at legacy celebrations and future plans. This comes after a notoriously difficult 2025 for Microsoft’s gaming division, marked by studio closures and Game Pass price increases. The big question is
Parker Hannifin’s Chomerics division has launched a new series of thermal gap filler pads. The Therm-a-Gap Pad 10 offers a high thermal conductivity of 10W/m-K with an ultra-low hardness of just 35 Shore 00.
Scientists have repurposed a standard photolithography laser to continuously alter magnetic properties in 2D materials. This simple, fast method could revolutionize data storage and enable brain-like computing chips.
NASA and the USPS have stopped using Canoo’s electric vans. This comes despite former CEO Tony Aquila’s claim that supporting government contracts was a key reason he bought the bankrupt company’s assets for $4 million in April 2025.
Samsung has kicked off the One UI 8.5 beta program, but it’s currently limited to Galaxy S25 series owners in the US, Germany, India, Korea, Poland, and the UK. The update focuses on smarter photo workflows, device connectivity, and a new Theft Protection lock feature.
The breakout success of ‘Arc Raiders’ has thrust the debate over AI in game development into the spotlight. While some CEOs insist AI is now universal, other developers are pushing back hard. The industry is deeply divided on the future of creativity and jobs.
According to Forbes, the traditional VC model is misaligned with what early-stage cybersecurity founders actually need. A new $33 million fund, Holly Ventures, is built on a model of providing access and operational help, not just capital.
Lumotive is expanding internationally with new offices in Oman and Taiwan, following a $59 million Series B round. The company, which makes miniaturized 3D sensors using metamaterials, is shifting its primary focus from automotive to robotics and smart infrastructure.
Bethesda has shadowdropped The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2. The release includes exclusive Legend of Zelda content and enhanced performance over the original Switch version.
Distributed SQL merges traditional database reliability with cloud elasticity, but the implementation is fraught with complexity. From Raft consensus overhead to the pitfalls of serverless cold starts, the promised simplicity often gives way to operational reality.
