Microsoft’s November 2025 update for Windows 11, released on December 1, is causing a major visual bug. The KB5070311 patch makes File Explorer in dark mode flash a blinding white screen during common actions. While improving dark theme support, the update also has a lock screen bug.
A paid ChatGPT user got an unprompted suggestion to install the Peloton app during a conversation about Elon Musk. The incident, which looked like an ad, caused a major backlash online, forcing OpenAI to clarify its intentions.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has signed a preliminary deal to provide up to $150 million to xLight, an EUV startup where ex-Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger is Executive Chairman. The funding, under the CHIPS Act, aims to develop a domestic free-electron laser light source for advanced chipmaking.
As companies move from AI pilots to full production, entirely new job categories are emerging. These roles focus on the messy human side of AI collaboration, from designing how decisions are made to ensuring the tech feels trustworthy.
HPE announced it will be one of the first OEMs to adopt AMD’s Helios AI server rack in 2025. Its key differentiator is a custom “scale-up” Ethernet switch developed with Broadcom to rival Nvidia’s NVLink.
The Linux kernel is getting a tweak to improve storage performance, especially on rotational and zoned devices. A new patch for version 6.19 will let file systems override the default minimum writeback chunk size of 4MiB.
A new article makes the case that if you can manage complex formulas, logic, and data in Excel, you’re already programming. The real hurdle isn’t logic, it’s just learning a new syntax. This reframes a common office skill into a foundational tech ability.
The FTC has taken action against edtech provider Illuminate Education for a 2021 data breach that impacted 10.1 million students. The regulator says the company ignored security warnings, stored data in plain text, and delayed notifying schools.
Elon Musk predicts a future where working is optional within 20 years due to AI and robotics. Yet, he and other experts argue college still holds value for social development and building AI-proof skills like critical thinking and leadership.
The post-holiday returns wave is now a major operational peak rivaling Black Friday. With billions in merchandise coming back, a reactive approach will cripple systems and customer experience. A proactive, tech-focused strategy is essential.
