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Alphabet, Google's parent company, is leveraging its homegrown silicon chips as a major competitive weapon in the AI compute race. The custom-designed processors reduce reliance on external hardware suppliers and lower the cost of AI workloads. Analysts consider this one of Google's strongest advantages over rivals.
Australia has toughened its ban on children using social media and doubled the potential penalties for non-compliant tech firms. The eSafety Commissioner is actively investigating possible breaches by five platforms: Meta's Instagram and Facebook, Google's YouTube, Snap's Snapchat, and TikTok. The move significantly raises the stakes for platforms operating in Australia.
Nintendo has announced a new pricing policy aimed at making its games more affordable for players. Specific titles affected or new price points were not detailed in the announcement. The news was reported via Polygon's Nintendo-focused Switchboard newsletter.
The artificial intelligence investment surge is acting like a modern gold rush, delivering a significant boost to US GDP. Billions are flowing into data centres, hardware and infrastructure, creating broad economic activity beyond just tech-sector valuations. Analysts describe the effect as one of the most tangible technology-driven economic lifts in recent years.
The AI boom is creating a massive power crisis, and Wall Street is pouring billions into companies that promise energy solutions — even when the technology isn't fully developed yet. Investors are hunting for the next big IPO in the power sector as demand from data centres and AI infrastructure continues to surge. The energy crunch has become one of the hottest investment themes on Wall Street.
Four years after the smart home industry collectively launched the Matter interoperability standard in Amsterdam, companies including Apple, Google and Amazon continue to back the protocol. Matter was designed to end the fragmentation of smart home ecosystems by building on open standards and cross-industry collaboration. Adoption has been gradual, but the industry remains committed to the standard as its best bet for universal device compatibility.
A new California law taking effect on 1 July 2026 makes it illegal for streaming services to broadcast advertisements that are significantly louder than the content surrounding them. The legislation targets the long-standing and widely complained-about practice of ads blaring at higher volumes than the shows or films they interrupt. Violations will carry legal penalties under the new rules.
Big Tech companies are heavily investing in smart glasses, betting they will become the defining hardware of the AI era. The central challenge remains convincing everyday consumers to actually wear them. Manufacturers must balance functionality, comfort and appealing design to achieve mass-market adoption.
Soaring memory chip costs are pushing Apple and Microsoft to raise device prices, but smaller consumer electronics companies face an even more severe challenge. Industry experts warn that the memory shortage represents an existential crisis for smaller players, threatening their ability to survive in an increasingly expensive market.
Viral social media posts and articles claiming GTA 6 will receive a physical disc release are incorrect. A Rockstar Support email that sparked the rumour was a poorly worded reply to a customer query, not an announcement of any policy change. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed via a source familiar with Rockstar's launch strategy that there are no plans for a disc version of GTA 6.
GE Vernova is manufacturing massive gas turbines to power the growing AI data center industry. The company's turbines are already running Elon Musk's xAI Colossus 1 data center, and Microsoft has purchased seven units for its data center in Texas. The surge in AI computing demand is driving a significant boom in gas turbine production.
SpaceX is pivoting toward selling hardware access to rival companies in a deal valued at $11 billion. While the move is seen as a financial lifeline for the company, it could hamper SpaceX's own artificial intelligence ambitions by diverting resources away from internal projects. The tension between short-term revenue and long-term AI goals poses a strategic dilemma for the company.
Several new indie games have launched during the ongoing Steam Summer Sale. Highlights include a sidescrolling roguelite platformer and an air hockey game designed for the Steam Deck handheld console. The selection is recommended for fans of independent game development looking for fresh titles.
"What's the Password?" is an indie puzzle game by solo developer Dan DiIorio, known as TrampolineTales, featuring over 100 puzzles that each require the player to enter the correct four-digit code on a number pad. Despite the seemingly limited concept, the simple mechanic allows for surprisingly varied and deep puzzle design. The game is noted for hiding considerable complexity behind a minimal premise.
Timex, best known for its wristwatches, is returning to its roots with a clock — not a watch — to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The brand traces its origins to Waterbury Clock Company, which produced wall and table clocks before pivoting to wristwatches. The new release is a nod to that founding heritage.
Uber is adopting a stricter background check process for drivers and couriers across the United States. The move comes in the wake of sexual assault lawsuits filed against the company. Uber has not disclosed the specific details of the new screening procedures.
The article argues that owning digital content — games, films, music, e-books — is an illusion, since access depends on platform policies that can change at any time. According to the author, true ownership requires a physical medium that can be used independently of any service provider.
Powerbanks must be carried in hand luggage only — never in checked baggage. Devices up to 100 Wh are allowed without restriction; those between 100 and 160 Wh require airline approval; anything above 160 Wh is banned. The rules exist due to the fire risk posed by lithium-ion batteries.
European startup Amble, founded by alumni of Audi, Ford and the Cowboy ebikes team, has emerged from stealth mode with the Amble One, a street-legal electric buggy priced at $25,000. The vehicle was designed by Julian Hoenig, who previously worked on Apple's famously cancelled car project. Built for coastal paths, private estates and tight spaces where conventional cars feel out of place, the Amble One is positioned as an affordable yet stylish alternative. The company is based in Lisbon, Portugal.
Editors recommend ten expansive open-world games that keep players engaged for hours through rich side quests and exploration. The list includes titles such as GTA 5 and Elden Ring, among others, presented as a subjective ranking celebrating immersive gameplay.
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