According to Blackstone CTO John Stecher, entry-level software engineers today are far more talented than he was starting out in 2001. However, the rise of AI coding tools is creating a crisis of opportunity, making it harder for new hires to learn the fundamentals by doing the work.
Microsoft’s latest campaign tries to stop Chrome downloads by promoting Edge as more secure. But a new Windows 11 gaming ad accidentally features Google Chrome pinned prominently on the taskbar, undermining its own message. It’s an awkward mistake in a long-running browser war where Chrome holds 75%
NVIDIA’s big CES 2026 announcements were all about software and ecosystem upgrades, with no new GeForce hardware in sight. The focus was on G-SYNC Pulsar monitors, DLSS 4.5, and expanding AI features into games. It’s a clear pivot towards refining the experience rather than raw power.
MSI has launched an incredibly compact AI mini PC at CES. The Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG uses Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake processors in a chassis just over half a liter in size.
Amazon is taking its revamped Alexa+ AI assistant to the web with a new site, Alexa.com. The move aims to make Alexa competitive everywhere, not just on smart speakers. Its key differentiator? Becoming the hub for your family’s personal data and home management.
Researchers analyzing decades of neutrino data have found a possible mathematical crack in the Standard Model of particle physics. While not yet a definitive discovery, it suggests our current understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces might be incomplete. The finding hinges on how these “gh
Verge has updated its flagship TS Pro electric motorcycle with a new solid-state battery pack. The 33.3-kWh unit enables a claimed 373 miles of range, which the company says is the longest of any production electric two-wheeler. Deliveries are slated to begin in Q1 2026.
ASUS has revealed the ROG XREAL R1 AR, billed as the world’s first gaming glasses with a 240Hz Micro-OLED FHD display. They project a virtual 171-inch screen and are packed with features from Bose audio to electrochromic lenses. The catch? They won’t launch until the first half of 2026.
ASUS has told partners it won’t release new smartphones in 2026. The company insists its phone operations will continue, but distributors report a shutdown date of December 31, 2025. This looks like a quiet wind-down.
The winners of the 2025 Steam Awards are in, decided by a massive 43.8 million player votes. Hollow Knight: Silksong took the top prize, but the list reveals some shocking omissions and a clear split between critical and commercial success.
