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Author: Owen Holt

Owen Holt brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through his specialized focus on industrial computing systems and automation infrastructure, where he deciphers complex technical ecosystems for both specialist and mainstream audiences. His analytical approach stems from hands-on experience with IoT implementations and emerging technologies, allowing him to critically examine how digital transformation reshapes manufacturing and enterprise operations. This unique vantage point enables him to identify meaningful patterns where others see only disconnected technological developments, consistently delivering insights that bridge engineering realities with strategic business implications.
The AI Bubble’s Hidden Risk: Nvidia Chips That Wear Out Too Fast
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The AI Bubble’s Hidden Risk: Nvidia Chips That Wear Out Too Fast

Legendary investor Michael Burry is betting against Nvidia and AI hyperscalers, seeing a bubble inflated by accounting. He argues the $30,000 GPUs powering the boom may physically or economically fail long before their 6-year depreciation schedule assumes, risking massive write-downs.

by Owen HoltDecember 2, 2025
India’s Plan to Track Every Smartphone is a Privacy Minefield
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India’s Plan to Track Every Smartphone is a Privacy Minefield

The Indian government is expanding a program to track all smartphones, new and used. While aimed at curbing theft, it’s a massive privacy escalation with few safeguards.

by Owen HoltDecember 2, 2025
IBM CEO Throws Cold Water on the $8 Trillion AI Data Center Bet
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IBM CEO Throws Cold Water on the $8 Trillion AI Data Center Bet

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna did some napkin math on the AI data center boom and concluded there’s “no way” companies get a return. He estimates global commitments for chasing AGI total about 100 gigawatts of capacity, which at today’s costs is roughly $8 trillion in capital expenditure. To pay just the i

by Owen HoltDecember 2, 2025
Opera’s putting Gemini AI in its browsers for 80 million people
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Opera’s putting Gemini AI in its browsers for 80 million people

Opera is expanding its AI features powered by Google’s Gemini models beyond its experimental Neon browser. The new capabilities, including a smart side panel for summaries and file analysis, are now coming to the mainstream Opera One and Opera GX browsers.

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
MongoDB Stock Soars 15% After Crushing Earnings Estimates
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MongoDB Stock Soars 15% After Crushing Earnings Estimates

MongoDB shares surged in after-hours trading following a strong Q3 report. The company blew past revenue and earnings estimates, showcasing robust growth for the database platform.

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
Marketers Are Finally Ditching Email Open Rates
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Marketers Are Finally Ditching Email Open Rates

Email marketing is evolving. According to a new industry survey, marketing leaders are abandoning open rates as a key metric due to privacy changes. They’re now prioritizing what really matters: clicks and sales.

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
NVIDIA’s Hotfix Saves Gamers from a Windows 11 Update Mess
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NVIDIA’s Hotfix Saves Gamers from a Windows 11 Update Mess

Gamers on Windows 11 24H2/25H2 faced severe frame rate drops after the October 2025 updates. NVIDIA has released a critical hotfix driver to restore performance, stepping in where Microsoft has stayed silent.

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
Silicon Valley Rallies Around Sacks After NYT Conflict Report
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Silicon Valley Rallies Around Sacks After NYT Conflict Report

A New York Times report details David Sacks’s potential conflicts of interest as Trump’s AI and crypto czar. The Silicon Valley elite have launched a full-throated defense, framing criticism as an attack on American innovation itself.

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
UK Launches Data Center Coalition to Solve Its Green Power Problem
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UK Launches Data Center Coalition to Solve Its Green Power Problem

The UK’s Renewable Energy Association has launched a Data Center Coalition to tackle the massive energy demands of the AI and computing boom. Founding members include Enfinium and Clarke Energy, aiming to shape policy for clean, scalable power. The move comes as data centers could consume 9% of UK e

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025
WoW Housing Is Finally Here, But It’s Bringing A Premium Currency
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WoW Housing Is Finally Here, But It’s Bringing A Premium Currency

World of Warcraft’s long-awaited player housing system launches in early access on December 2, 2024, for those who preorder the *Midnight* expansion. The feature aims to be universally accessible, with homes costing a trivial 1,000 gold, but Blizzard is introducing a new premium currency called Hear

by Owen HoltDecember 1, 2025

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