From a promising new UniFi travel router to a massive Google Play Store settlement, it was a surprisingly busy week. We also saw major updates for Linux phones, NAS operating systems, and the Ruby programming language.
Canonical’s aggressive move to Rust-based system utilities for Ubuntu 25.10 has been fraught with bugs and performance issues. Meanwhile, the company’s revenue is approaching $300 million as it eyes a future IPO and doubles down on Java.
Developer 11 bit Studios is remaking its 2018 hit Frostpunk in Unreal Engine 5. Dubbed Frostpunk 1886, the project aims to be a “platform for future development” and is slated for release in 2027.
The massive capital expenditure required for AI is transforming companies like Meta and Google from software firms into asset-heavy hyperscalers. Investors are starting to question if sky-high valuations still make sense as these costs hit the books.
Google appears to be testing a feature that would let users change their primary @gmail.com email address to a different @gmail.com one. The change was spotted in documentation on the Hindi version of a Google support page, with the company noting the ability is “gradually rolling out.” This would f
In a surprising move, Salesforce is reducing its reliance on generative AI and large language models. The company is refocusing on deterministic automation for its Agentforce product, prioritizing reliability over creative but inconsistent AI responses.
In a major escalation of a transatlantic feud over online speech, the US State Department has banned five European figures from entering the country. Secretary of State Marco Rubio labeled them “radical activists” leading efforts to pressure US tech companies. The EU insists its Digital Services Act
As travelers use AI like ChatGPT to plan trips, Expedia faces a critical challenge. CEO Ariane Gorin is fighting to ensure her brands don’t become invisible “pipes” that users never see.
A new analysis from Bloomberg Intelligence paints a bleak picture for Europe’s major media companies. They’re caught in a pincer movement of shrinking ad budgets and the unpredictable disruption of AI, with earnings growth expected to lag the broader market.
According to Sifted’s year-end review, 2025 was dominated by AI agents and Revolut’s relentless expansion. But the year also saw climate tech funding plummet, major media layoffs, and plenty of VC drama.
