Minecraft Blast brings Candy Crush-style puzzle mechanics to the blocky universe. The free-to-play mobile game is currently in extremely early testing in Malaysia only via iOS. Mojang confirms this won’t affect core Minecraft development.
Meta’s chief marketing officer Alex Schultz defended the company’s massive AI spending at Web Summit in Lisbon. He argued current investments are modest compared to historical tech bubbles and are already driving billions in revenue.
Computerworld reports major tech developments including Apple’s potential Gemini integration, cybersecurity insiders turned criminals, and widespread regret over AI replacement layoffs. The landscape is shifting rapidly with serious consequences.
The streaming industry’s focus has shifted from subscriber growth to profitability, leading to widespread price increases and new ad-supported tiers. Services are now bundling together and forming partnerships reminiscent of the old cable TV model. Consumers are responding by downgrading rather than
Ron Baron isn’t worried about the recent tech selloff, seeing it as an opportunity instead. The billionaire investor confirmed he’s never sold a single personal Tesla share and has about 40% of his net worth tied to the EV maker. He made a lifetime promise to his board that he’d be the last person o
Samsung is reportedly redesigning the Galaxy S26 after Apple held the iPhone 17’s price at $799. The company is shelving planned upgrades including a thinner body and larger battery to maintain price competitiveness.
Amazon’s grocery chief Jason Buechel is using a “flying formation” metaphor to describe how Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh should work together. He acknowledged the brands haven’t always operated in sync, but says greater integration is essential for Amazon to become “the most loved grocer.”
Researchers have created a microscope that detects signals over an intensity range 14 times broader than standard instruments. The technique works without fluorescent dyes, making it gentle enough for long-term monitoring of living cells.
UK startup founders are pushing back against a proposed 20% exit tax for entrepreneurs leaving the country. The debate highlights Europe’s ongoing struggle between taxing wealth and maintaining competitive business environments. With the budget weeks away, finance minister Rachel Reeves faces pressu
The UK’s economic development bank is shifting strategy to prioritize defense investments, with billions earmarked for VC funds and startups. Defense tech funding has already doubled this year across Europe, and the bank expects even more deal flow coming.
