According to a new report, Apple has no plans for a significant Mac Pro update in 2026, leaving the future of its flagship desktop in doubt. The company reportedly sees the more compact Mac Studio as the ideal pro machine, especially with an M5 Ultra chip coming next year.
The U.S. power sector is facing a seismic shift driven by AI data centers. This isn’t incremental growth; it’s a demand shock comparable to historic infrastructure booms, and it’s forcing a complete rethink of how we value and deliver electricity.
According to a GeekWire survey, top Seattle investors see clear froth in early-stage AI valuations but reject a catastrophic bubble. They advise founders to ignore hype, focus on real customer problems, and build durable revenue as the market normalizes.
Famed investor Michael Burry, of ‘The Big Short’ fame, has clarified he is not currently shorting Tesla. This comes just after he criticized the company on his Substack, calling its stock overvalued as sales forecasts weaken.
Researchers have created a special dipolar Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC) that lasts two seconds. This breakthrough, using microwave fields, could lead to new quantum states and phases of matter.
According to a PwC survey, 61% of companies say responsible AI is now integrated into their core operations. The challenge for 2026 is balancing that governance with speed, and experts are pointing to a specific strategy. Building AI in a controlled “sandbox” might be the answer.
Microsoft faced significant headwinds in 2025. A heavy-handed AI push in Windows 11 sparked user rebellion, while the end of Windows 10 support failed to drive upgrades. The gaming division struggled with a massive Xbox Game Pass price hike and a 70% year-over-year console sales drop.
Meta’s $2 billion-plus buyout of Singapore-based AI startup Manus is being hailed in China as validation of homegrown innovation. But the celebration comes with a major caveat: Manus worked hard to scrub its Chinese roots.
Despite new EU tariffs, Chinese carmakers captured a record 12.8% of Europe’s electric vehicle market in November. Their share of hybrids also topped 13%, as brands like BYD and Chery press their advantage.
According to a new supply chain report, ASUS is planning a significant production increase for DDR4-based motherboards in Q1 2026. The move targets continued demand for budget-friendly AM4 and Intel systems amid stubbornly high DDR5 memory pricing.
