Apple launched a free coding academy in Detroit as part of its racial equity push, investing nearly $30 million. But for many graduates, the path to a tech job wasn’t so clear. The program reveals the complexities of corporate-led education initiatives.
Fairphone, known for its long-term software support, has had to pull an update for its Fairphone 4 model after users reported it completely bricked their phones. The update, version FP4.QREL.15.15.2, was pushed on December 23rd and caused devices to become unresponsive.
France’s national postal service, La Poste, has been hit by a massive cyber incident described as a “major network incident.” The attack, suspected to be a DDoS, has taken key online and mobile services offline, impacting parcel deliveries and banking right before Christmas.
A 75-year-old Russian defense contractor set himself on fire on Red Square after his company buckled under the strain of military orders. His case exposes a system where failure can mean prison, as the Kremlin pushes manufacturers to the breaking point.
The FCC has officially banned new drones and critical components made in foreign countries, citing unacceptable national security risks. This follows a Congressional defense bill deadline from December 23.
Google is working to bring a feature similar to the Pixel 10’s Magic Cue to more Android phones. Called “Contextual Suggestions,” it’s now in testing in Google Play Services version 25.49.32 beta. The feature uses your activity and location to offer helpful app actions.
KKR-backed FiberCop has filed a legal challenge against Italy’s broadband agency Infratel, claiming it gave unfair advantages to its state-backed rival, Open Fiber. The dispute centers on a review of contracts for over 700,000 addresses under the EU’s “Italia a 1 Giga” program and could complicate I
Apple’s upcoming iOS 26.3 update is packed with features specifically for the European Union. It includes tools for easier pairing with non-Apple devices and data transfer to Android, all mandated by the Digital Markets Act.
Samsung’s automotive arm, Harman, is making a huge move into self-driving tech. The company is acquiring the ADAS unit from German auto supplier ZF for a cool $1.76 billion.
Copper just smashed through $12,000 a ton for the first time ever. The rally is being fueled by a perfect storm of potential US tariffs and severe supply disruptions, even as demand in China weakens.
