Digital Realty and Stack have built data centers in Silicon Valley that can’t get power connections until 2028. The local utility needs $450 million in upgrades to meet demand. This reveals serious infrastructure bottlenecks in America’s tech capital.
British banks are pushing for regulatory relief as private credit groups surge with lighter capital requirements. HSBC says its requirements are five times higher for direct SME lending versus funding private credit. The Bank of England’s capital review results are due next month.
A new report reveals states are losing money on data center subsidies while keeping taxpayers in the dark about which tech giants benefit. Only 11 states disclose recipient names, and just five reveal subsidy amounts. Taxpayers are paying at least $1 million per permanent job created.
WhatsApp’s channels feature is about to become a regulated platform under the EU’s Digital Services Act. The designation applies specifically to the broadcast feature that reached 46.8 million EU users. Individual messaging remains private and unaffected.
The Amsterdam-based company has already helped nearly 17,000 patients access experimental therapies through its network. This new funding will accelerate their global expansion and platform development.
Vilnius-based Self.co just raised €2.56 million to tackle Europe’s allergy misdiagnosis epidemic. Their €69-€99 tests could disrupt a market where traditional diagnostics cost €200-€400. The funding will fuel expansion into UK, Germany and other markets.
The bond market is showing signs of anxiety over Big Tech’s enormous AI spending plans. Companies like Meta, Alphabet, and Oracle are issuing massive debt packages despite sitting on huge cash reserves, raising concerns about overcapacity and long-term profitability.
Google continues expanding its Gemini AI ecosystem with a new rollout for Google TV Streamer. The voice-controlled assistant can suggest content based on viewer preferences and provide context about what’s playing. This follows Google’s broader push to integrate Gemini across its hardware products.
A century-old Wisconsin manufacturer says tariffs haven’t forced major operational changes. The company’s diverse markets and U.S.-focused supply chain provide surprising resilience against trade policy headwinds.
Rode just announced the Rodecaster Video S, a more affordable $500 version of their streaming console. It’s designed for bedroom creators with fewer inputs and plastic construction. Pre-orders are open now with December shipping.
