Austrian DPA Rules Against Microsoft Tracking
Austria’s data protection authority has ruled that Microsoft unlawfully placed tracking cookies on a student’s device through Microsoft 365 Education....
Month: January 2026
Noise‑Driven Cooling for Quantum Computers
Researchers in Sweden have developed a quantum refrigerator that uses noise to cool quantum circuits instead of trying to eliminate...
Pentagon Dispute With Anthropic Over AI Use
The Pentagon and AI developer Anthropic are locked in a dispute over restrictions on how the company’s technology may be...
Microsoft Gaming Revenue Falls in Q2
Microsoft reported a 9% year‑on‑year decline in gaming revenue for the second quarter, citing weaker first‑party performance and a steep...
SIA CEO John Neuffer to Step Down
The Semiconductor Industry Association has announced that its longtime president and CEO, John Neuffer, will retire in mid‑2026. His 11‑year...
AI Fears Hit U.S. Software Stocks
U.S. software stocks fell sharply as weak forecasts from major vendors intensified concerns about AI‑driven disruption. Investors reacted to disappointing...
Apple buys audio AI firm Q.ai
Apple has acquired Israeli audio‑focused AI startup Q.ai, expanding its work in machine learning for speech and sound processing. The...
Samsung expands its Color E‑Paper line
Samsung has introduced a 13‑inch Color E‑Paper display designed for low‑power digital signage. The device combines thin‑film e‑ink technology with...
Some GDPR Myths That Still Mislead Users
Data Protection Day offers an opportunity to revisit widespread misconceptions about the GDPR and how it is enforced. Several misunderstandings...
Samsung Adds New Layer for On‑Device Privacy
Samsung is introducing a new privacy layer designed to shield smartphone screens from unwanted glances in crowded public spaces. The...
