Ireland is launching a major push to turn its academic tech research into commercial products. The new ARC Hub for ICT, backed by €32.2 million in government and EU funding, will target 150 projects across five strategic sectors.
While most DePIN crypto tokens are languishing near all-time lows, a venture firm just raised a major new fund. They’re betting that decentralized networks for things like solar energy and telescopes are the next big thing.
Apple has released iOS 26.2.1, a minor update that primarily enables support for the newly announced AirTag 2. The update also includes bug fixes and security patches for newer devices, alongside updates for much older iPhone models.
CRN is launching its first AI Security Week 2026, focusing on critical trends for solution providers. The series dives into essential security controls and how vendors are using agentic AI to power their security operations.
SoftBank has pulled out of discussions to acquire U.S. data center operator Switch in a deal that could have been worth $50 billion. The move comes as the Japanese giant faces challenges financing and managing such a large infrastructure network. Meanwhile, Switch is reportedly considering an IPO th
A French union has organized a strike against Ubisoft, accusing CEO Yves Guillemot of having “no knowledge or understanding of his company.” This comes after a massive restructuring that cancelled projects and pushed out veterans, crashing the stock to a 13-year low.
Buy now, pay later is moving beyond shopping carts and into housing. Companies like Affirm and Zip are launching pilots to let renters split their monthly payment into installments. It promises flexibility, but does it solve the real problem?
Microsoft has launched the Maia 200, a powerful new chip designed to run AI models more efficiently. It’s a direct challenge to Nvidia’s dominance and part of a broader trend of companies designing their own silicon.
Cybersecurity firm ESET says Russia’s GRU-backed Sandworm unit was likely behind a failed December attack on Poland’s national energy systems. The attackers used new wiper malware called DynoWiper but were unsuccessful in causing disruption.
TikTok’s American joint venture has updated its privacy policy to allow the collection of precise GPS location data. The feature, which powers a “Nearby Feed,” will be optional and off by default.
