New US tariffs on semiconductors from China won’t take real effect until June 2027. This gives Apple, which relies on many Chinese chip suppliers, a significant breather to manage costs and diversify its supply chain.
Microsoft is optimizing its accounts for a “passwordless and passkey-first experience” in 2025. Removing your password dramatically increases security against phishing, but it requires careful setup to avoid locking yourself out. The author explains the switch and the crucial steps.
A popular Windows 11 customization tool just got a massive upgrade. The Windhawk Taskbar Clock Customization mod can now display live system metrics and media playback info right in your taskbar clock area.
A new analysis argues that 2026 will be a major turning point for workplace culture. It won’t be because bosses suddenly got nicer, but because the business costs of ignoring burnt-out employees have become too high to ignore.
Intel’s year was defined by seismic shifts. A new CEO took charge, Nvidia invested billions, and the U.S. government bought a stake, all while the company sold off a major division at a loss. The chip giant is trying anything to turn things around.
According to a new analysis, AI is fundamentally reframing business competition by making rapid, cheap iteration the ultimate advantage. This shift neutralizes the traditional strengths of large corporations and favors agile, AI-enabled startups. The dynamics could lead to massive market shifts fast
SoftBank is in advanced talks to acquire data center investment firm DigitalBridge. This move is a direct play to capitalize on the exploding demand for AI computing power and infrastructure.
Governments worldwide are scrambling to regulate AI as it becomes embedded in critical sectors. The challenge for 2026 is crafting rules that protect citizens without stifling the very innovation they aim to govern. Different regions are taking wildly different approaches.
According to a Reuters poll, South Korea’s exports likely grew for the seventh straight month in December. The 9% rise is powered almost entirely by booming semiconductor demand linked to AI. However, the rest of the export picture looks pretty weak.
Taiwan was hit by a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake, triggering evacuations at TSMC’s key fabs. The chipmaker recovered rapidly, with no structural damage reported and most equipment operational again within ten hours.
