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Google Search Falls Below Half of Alphabet Revenue for First Time
Google Search has dropped under 50% of Alphabet's total revenue, a milestone that signals the company's growing dependence on cloud and AI-driven businesses.
Amazon Leo Clears Regulatory Hurdle for $11.5B Globalstar Deal
A U.S. agency has approved Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of Globalstar, marking a major step in Amazon's satellite connectivity ambitions.
Comcast Lost 144,000 Broadband Users as AI Agents Replace Support Staff
Comcast's Q3 2026 results show a 6.1% revenue drop and 144,000 broadband losses, alongside plans to cut jobs as AI agents take over customer service.
Microsoft Offers Mass Buyouts to Roughly a Quarter of Its Workforce
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 25% of its employees, a restructuring move that signals deeper workforce changes across Big Tech as AI investment reshapes staffing priorities.
Jensen Huang Pitches Nvidia AI Chips as Collateral for Debt
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company's AI accelerators are productive, fungible and durable assets that could serve as collateral for debt, challenging how lenders value AI infrastructure.
The Transformation Trap: Why Enterprises Are Trying to Change Too Much, Too Fast
Enterprises face mounting pressure to overhaul IT estates rapidly, but doing too much at once increases outage risk. New approaches offer a safer path.
Microsoft Exits Britain's Largest AI Data Center Over Grid Delays
Microsoft has withdrawn from Nscale's flagship UK AI data center in Loughton, Essex, after grid connection delays pushed operations to the early 2030s.
Amazon Deploys AI Surveillance to Track Union Risk in UK Warehouses
Amazon is using AI-powered surveillance systems across UK warehouses to monitor union activity, raising fresh concerns about algorithmic management and worker privacy.
Google Opens Android App Creation to Everyone With AI Prompts
Google now allows anyone to build personal Android apps using simple text prompts, no coding required. The move signals a major shift in mobile software development.
OpenAI Employee Arrested After Hidden Recording Device Found in Executive Meeting Room
An OpenAI employee was arrested after a sophisticated encrypted recording device was discovered in a San Francisco office executive meeting room, raising urgent questions about corporate espionage and internal security at leading AI firms.
Google's Universal Cart Turns Shopping Into a Price-Tracking Engine
Google's Universal Cart tracks prices across retailers and alerts shoppers when items drop, signaling a shift toward AI-driven, cross-platform commerce.
Google Maps Tightens Grip on Local Dining as Yelp Fights for Relevance
Google Maps now handles discovery, ordering and payment for local restaurants, reshaping how diners find food and squeezing rivals like Yelp.
Apple Parental Controls Update Leaves Families Facing Setup Failures
Apple's latest parental control update is locking out families with older Apple Watches and ignoring configured settings, raising fresh questions about the reliability of its child safety tools.
Generac Acquired Smart Home Brand Ecobee in 2021
Generac Holdings acquired smart thermostat maker Ecobee in 2021 for $100 million. Here is what the deal means for the company and its users.
Microsoft Unveils Guardrails to Contain Autonomous AI Agents
Microsoft introduces a new tool to set boundaries for autonomous AI agents, preventing unintended actions and ensuring enterprise governance. The system logs actions and allows emergency stops.
Qualcomm Licenses Huawei's LogicFolding Chip Patents in Rare Cross-Tech Deal
Qualcomm has licensed patents for Huawei's LogicFolding chip technology, a move that blends chip design innovation with shifting geopolitics in the semiconductor industry.
YouTube Rolls Out Major Updates to Video Sharing and Discovery
YouTube adds new tools for sharing, watching, and listening in 2026. The updates improve video discovery and mobile experience.
European Payment Giants Unite to Break US Visa-Mastercard Grip
European payment groups are forming a joint venture to challenge the dominance of US card networks, aiming to create a homegrown alternative for digital transactions.
Orbital Data Centers Move Closer to Reality as SpaceX Reveals Timeline
SpaceX has revealed that orbital data centers will be operational sooner than anticipated, potentially transforming global computing with ultra-low latency from space.