The Open Rights Group is urging UK lawmakers to use a new cybersecurity bill to reduce dependence on US Big Tech. They argue foreign companies controlling digital infrastructure leaves Britain exposed to external political pressure and law.
The exit landscape for 2026 is taking shape. According to Fortune’s survey of investors, expect a strong start for IPOs that may fade, massive AI-driven M&A, and a record-breaking secondary market as companies stay private longer.
A security breach at Ledger’s e-commerce partner, Global-e, has exposed customer order and contact details. While financial data and recovery phrases are safe, phishing scams are already circulating. Ledger warns customers to be extremely vigilant.
Ugreen has launched two new Intel-based NAS devices, the iDX6011 and iDX6011 Pro, at CES 2026. The systems focus on local AI processing and high-speed networking, offering an alternative to cloud storage for Mac users.
A new Sony patent reveals plans for an AI system that could play through difficult game sections for struggling players. The system would be trained on footage from countless users. It’s a radical step beyond current help features.
Schneider Electric is seeing strong adoption of its SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear across East Africa. The SM AirSeT technology replaces sulphur hexafluoride, a greenhouse gas, with pure air, helping utilities and industries decarbonize.
YouTube Music’s algorithm is recommending a flood of low-quality, AI-generated music to paying subscribers. Users say hitting “Not interested” does nothing, and the fake tracks keep coming back. It’s a core failure that has people ready to cancel.
A confidential order from India’s competition regulator alleges that nearly 30 steel companies, including industry leaders, illegally coordinated prices for years. Top executives now face personal liability and the risk of fines worth billions.
SK hynix is giving a sneak peek at the memory that will power future AI systems. The highlight is a 48GB HBM4 chip, but new modules for servers and on-device AI are also in the mix for a 2026 showcase.
AMD CEO Lisa Su unveiled the Ryzen AI Halo at CES 2025, a mini PC designed as an AI developer platform. It can run models with up to 200 billion parameters locally and is expected to launch in the second quarter of this year.
