Month: January 2026
Philippines greenlights Grok return
Grok has assured the Philippines authorities of improved safety measures, leading to the country agreeing to restore access to the AI chatbot, but regulators signal continued tougher oversight. Authorities in the Philippines said that this decision came after the developer committed to remove image-manipulation features from the platform that triggered concern and prompted a temporary
Investing in Intel Technologies
Intel shareholders are optimistic about the company’s results like they have not been for many quarters, betting the turnaround CEO Lip-Bu Tan promised was taking root and that rapid data center build outs were fueling strong demand for its traditional server chips.Intel’s stock gained 84% in 2025, far outperforming the benchmark semiconductor index’s 42% rise.
USA to secure Greenland
Greenland holds large quantities of rare earth elements, but experts say annexing the territory may not vastly improve U.S. access to them. President Trump has dug in on his efforts to take over Greenland, which is part of Denmark, a NATO ally. Despite vocal objections from leaders across Europe, Trump has insisted it is important
NetFlix: The streaming pioneer’s decision to plunk down nearly $83 billion on Warner Bros’ assets
Netflix’s co-CEOs found themselves in an unusual position after the company’s latest earnings report: on the backfoot. The streaming pioneer’s decision to plunk down nearly $83 billion on Warner Bros’ assets marks a significant departure from the company’s long-standing mantra: build, don’t buy.The stock, which has lost more than 15% since Netflix made its first
WEEX Partners with LALIGA to Integrate Crypto into Mainstream Sports Culture
LALIGA has entered into a new partnership with WEEX, appointing the platform as official regional partner of LALIGA in Taiwan and Hong Kong. The agreement brings WEEX into LALIGA’s network of regional collaborators and opens the door to new ways of engaging both fans and traders during the season.LALIGA, like crypto, is home to the
Wearable Technology Market worth
The demand for wearable technology is growing due to the increasing preference for connected, on-the-go digital solutions that support everyday activities. Consumers are adopting wearables for their ability to deliver instant information, enhance convenience, and integrate multiple functions such as communication, navigation, and lifestyle management into a single device. Rapid innovation in design and features,
Canada’s embrace of China
In China, he signed a deal to allow some Chinese electric vehicles to enter Canada, in exchange for China dropping its punitive agricultural tariffs on Canadian produce. In Qatar, he spoke of a new partnership with “this dynamic $290bn economy” (which can be described as “dynamic” if only societies which practice modern slavery are included.)
16 iPad apps that will aim to improve your tablet time in 2026
Over the past few years, Apple has made some drastic changes to the iPad’s hardware and software, making it more lucrative than ever. Powerful M series chips, tandem OLED displays, a new massive size, and an OS that’s closer to macOS than ever. Right from the base iPad 11th gen to the flagship M4 iPad
Meta seeks transparency into around disabling accounts
Meta has a lot of work to do when it comes to limiting hate speech on its platforms. Now, its Oversight Board is looking into the company’s decision to ban an account for, among other things, posting visual violent threats and harassment against a journalist and it wants the public’s advice.Meta’s internal review experts decided
Apple struggle to acquire RAM components
Apple is likely to struggle to get a critical component for all its products this year. In fact, the whole electronics industry will have the same problem, and their competition will drive up prices. The AI revolution has surged from a niche research pursuit into a defining force reshaping the global economy. Tech giants and
