The Libreboot project has released version 26.01-rc1, extending its free BIOS/UEFI replacement to more systems. In related news, the Dasharo initiative is developing a Platform Driver to standardize and enhance the coreboot user experience.
The Seattle Seahawks are part of an NFL pilot program testing a tactile device from startup OneCourt. The technology translates live gameplay into trackable vibrations and synced audio, offering a new way for blind and low-vision fans to experience games.
2025 was a tale of two chip giants. Nvidia rode the AI wave to a $5 trillion peak, while Intel cut 24,500 jobs and saw key leaders depart. Their paths highlight a massive industry shift.
The S&P 500 closed at a record high of 6,909.79, bringing its 2025 gain to 17.5%. However, Fairlead Strategies founder Katie Stockton points to a loss of momentum and increased volatility since mid-October, putting the market on watch for a pullback.
The creative director for Cyberpunk 2 has publicly debunked the long-running fan theory that the game’s elevators were secret loading screens. He credits the old REDengine for the seamless streaming but confirms the studio is fully committed to Unreal Engine 5 for future games.
In a move that’s more warning than weapon, the US will impose tariffs on semiconductors from China starting in 2027. The initial rate, however, is set at zero percent, turning the policy into a long-term bargaining chip.
Zoox has issued a voluntary software recall affecting 332 of its autonomous vehicles. The issue involved vehicles crossing center lines near intersections and blocking crosswalks. This marks the company’s fourth such recall in 2024.
Apple’s latest iOS 26.3 beta is a landmark update focused on interoperability. It introduces a joint Apple-Google “Transfer to Android” system and, for the EU, notification forwarding to third-party wearables. The changes are largely driven by new Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules.
According to Stanford experts, 2026 will be the year of the AI reality check. The focus shifts from evangelism to hard metrics on productivity, job impact, and a major leap forward for medical AI.
Activist investor Cevian Capital is making major moves, becoming the largest shareholder in paintmaker Akzo Nobel and taking a new stake in Swiss packaging firm SIG Group. This comes as the fund reshapes its holdings after exiting a long-term position in industrial giant ABB.
