Your Next Android Phone Could Have iPhone-Level Face ID
A manufacturing breakthrough means sophisticated FaceID-like security is coming to cheaper Android phones. Metalenz’s polarization sensors can also detect skin cancer and monitor air quality.
Author: Natalie Brooks
Natalie Brooks brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through her specialized focus on industrial computing systems and automation infrastructure, where she deciphers complex technological shifts into accessible insights. Her expertise spans the convergence of IoT networks with legacy industrial systems, examining how edge computing and predictive maintenance are reshaping manufacturing and supply chain logistics. With an analytical approach honed through years of tracking embedded systems evolution, she illuminates how emerging technologies translate into tangible operational transformations for enterprises navigating digital modernization.
Windows at 40: From OS to AI Slop Machine
Windows celebrates its 40th birthday on November 20th amid growing user frustration with Microsoft’s AI-first strategy. The company’s Copilot features have proven unreliable, while the OS itself feels increasingly bloated and advertisement-heavy. Longtime users are questioning whether this “agentic”
Chicago’s Old Stock Exchange Becoming a 33MW Data Center
Investment firms GI Partners and Legacy Investing are transforming the iconic Chicago Board Options Exchange building into a major data center. The 300,500 square foot property at 400 S. LaSalle Street will deliver 33MW of capacity with exceptional fiber density. The conversion represents a signific
Trump’s Truth Social Stock Is Absolutely Tanking
Shares of Trump’s social media company have plummeted 70% since January and over 80% from their peak. The platform is burning cash while generating almost no revenue, despite desperate attempts to pivot into cryptocurrency.
Leanspace raises €10 million to redefine satellite operations
Leanspace has raised €10 million in Series A funding from strategic investors including Capgemini’s venture arm and US defense contractor Qwaltec. The funding will accelerate the company’s expansion into enterprise and institutional space markets with its software-defined satellite operations platfo
France and IDB to invest $324m in Amazon digital infrastructure
The French Development Agency and Inter-American Development Bank are partnering on a $324 million digital infrastructure project for Brazil’s Amazon region. The investment includes submarine fiber optic cables and a new data center that will connect remote communities to global internet networks. A
Gaming’s Future Is PC-First, Says Take-Two CEO
Take-Two Interactive’s CEO believes the gaming industry is shifting toward PC platforms and open ecosystems over the next decade. While traditional consoles aren’t disappearing, he sees them transforming into hybrid experiences that blend PC gaming with big-screen entertainment.
YouTube Music Finally Tests Playlist Search – But Almost Nobody Has It
YouTube Music is quietly testing playlist search functionality, a feature users have requested for years. A small group of iOS users on version 8.45.3 can now search within their playlists using a new Find in playlist button. The feature appears to be limited to users in India and doesn’t yet work o
ST Engineering Exits China MRO Joint Venture After 21 Years
ST Engineering is divesting its 49% stake in Shanghai STARCO, concluding a 21-year maintenance partnership with China Eastern Airlines. The Chinese carrier will pay $94 million for the shares in two installments through 2026. The move comes as both companies focus on their individual growth strategi
Why I’m Keeping Docker Off My Main NAS
In a world where running Docker on your NAS is practically a rite of passage, one writer explains their minimalist approach. They maintain two separate NAS devices—one for reliability and one for experimentation. The result? Fewer headaches and more dependable storage.