Researchers have identified 24,000 previously unknown microbial species using new software tools that analyze environmental DNA. Some represent entirely new branches of life that evolved before plants and animals. The discovery could reshape our understanding of climate science and biotechnology.
Verizon’s chairman says the board had to make a leadership change after the company lost 30% market share over eight years. New CEO Hans Vestberg is out, replaced by former PayPal leader Hans Schulman.
Microsoft is turning to OpenAI for help building competitive AI chips. The partnership gives Microsoft access to OpenAI’s custom silicon designs through 2032. This strategic move could reshape how Windows and Azure handle AI workloads.
Delivery Hero is forecasting stronger fourth-quarter growth thanks to a recovery in its Asian markets. The company’s shares jumped 8% on the encouraging outlook, with South Korea showing particular strength.
PlayStation 5 has reached 84.2 million lifetime sales with 3.9 million units sold last quarter. Sony is raising its gaming division revenue forecast to $28.5 billion amid strong network services growth.
Private browsing modes like Chrome’s Incognito were designed to delete local history, not provide true anonymity. Multiple studies show these features create a false sense of security while extensive data collection continues. Real privacy requires different tools entirely.
Valve’s Steam Machine aims to bring PC gaming to the living room with a compact console running SteamOS. The device promises performance between Steam Deck and PlayStation 5 levels, targeting early 2026 release. Microsoft’s Phil Spencer has already congratulated Valve on the hardware.
French tech founders are panicking as left-wing lawmakers push aggressive tax measures including a 2% wealth tax on unrealized gains. The political instability threatens to drive entrepreneurs abroad just as AI revolution accelerates.
According to UBS, current tariff policies represent a fivefold jump in import taxes and will add significant inflationary pressure for years. The economic expansion is now described as “narrow” and “precarious,” heavily reliant on AI investment.
Deepwatch conducted significant layoffs this week, cutting between 60-80 employees according to sources. The company cited accelerating AI investments as the reason behind the workforce reduction.
