CNN is trying again with a new streaming service
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Author: Ava Winslow
Ava Winslow brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through her background in industrial computing systems, where she first witnessed how automation and IoT technologies transform physical operations into intelligent networks. Her reporting demystifies complex industrial technologies while exploring their convergence with consumer-facing innovations in the emerging tech landscape. With a keen eye for how enterprise-grade solutions influence broader technological adoption, she translates specialized industrial applications into accessible insights for the wider tech community.
Pentagon’s Sweeping Press Access Overhaul Sparks Media Revolt and Credential Surrender
In an unprecedented showdown between the U.S. military establishment and the press corps, Wednesday witnessed dozens of journalists voluntarily surrendering…
Windows 11 Enhances File Preview Feature with Single-Key Activation Through PowerToys Update
Windows 11 users can now preview files with a single Spacebar press thanks to the latest PowerToys update. The enhancement brings Windows closer to macOS’s popular Quick Look feature that has long streamlined file management. This improvement represents Microsoft’s ongoing effort to refine the user experience through its utility collection.
Windows 11 Closes Productivity Gap with macOS File Preview Feature
Microsoft has reportedly enhanced file management capabilities in Windows 11 through its latest PowerToys update, according to recent reports. The new functionality allows users to preview files with a single Spacebar press, mirroring a feature long available in macOS through its Quick Look tool. Sources indicate this represents Microsoft’s continued effort to incorporate popular productivity features across operating systems.
International Cybersecurity Alliance Publishes Blueprint for Operational Technology Protection
In a significant multinational effort, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has partnered with the FBI, UK’s National Cyber…
Lithium Americas’ Washington Endorsement Sparks Investor Frenzy, But Analysts Urge Caution
The lithium mining sector has received a significant political endorsement from the Trump administration, with Lithium Americas Corp. emerging as…
Free Software Converts Standard USB Drives into Computer Security Keys
A free Windows utility called USB Raptor reportedly converts standard USB flash drives into physical security keys for computer authentication. The software creates encrypted key files that lock computers when removed, according to sources familiar with the technology. Analysts suggest this provides affordable physical security for shared workspaces and home computers.
USB Flash Drives Repurposed as Security Tokens
Computer users seeking enhanced authentication security now have a free alternative to expensive dedicated hardware keys, according to recent reports. Sources indicate that USB Raptor, an open-source Windows utility, can transform ordinary USB flash drives into physical security devices that lock computers when removed.
Microsoft Joins Big Tech Giants Looking to Exit China Operations
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Leveraged Loan Market Faces Scrutiny Following Major Corporate Defaults
The sudden bankruptcy of First Brands Group has triggered warnings about systemic risks in the leveraged loan market. Analysts suggest hurried due diligence and aggressive CLO growth may be masking underlying credit problems that could impact the broader economy.
Market Tremors After Major Corporate Failure
Investors in the $2 trillion leveraged loan market are sounding alarms after the abrupt collapse of First Brands Group, with sources indicating this could signal broader troubles in credit markets. According to reports, the manufacturer’s rapid bankruptcy just weeks after subprime auto lender Tricolor’s failure has raised concerns that these may not be isolated incidents.
Private Credit Billionaire Lawrence Golub Dismisses Direct Lending Bubble Concerns
Billionaire Lawrence Golub, founder of Golub Capital, has emphatically dismissed fears that private credit and direct lending are in a bubble. Speaking at a financial summit, he argued that direct lending enhances traditional portfolios and remains less saturated in core middle markets. Analysts suggest his comments address growing sector scrutiny following major corporate defaults.
Billionaire CEO Dismisses Private Credit Bubble Fears
Lawrence Golub, billionaire founder and CEO of Golub Capital, has reportedly dismissed concerns that the rapid expansion of private credit and direct lending indicates a market bubble. Speaking at the ninth annual Forbes/SHOOK Top Advisor Summit in Las Vegas, sources indicate Golub emphasized that direct lending continues to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns and serves as a hedging tool for traditional stock-and-bond portfolios.
Chancellor Reeves Considers Energy Bill Relief and Tax Measures in Upcoming Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering interventions to reduce energy bills, including potential VAT cuts. The government faces a £22bn fiscal gap while maintaining commitments to key tax rate freezes.
Energy Bill Relief Measures Under Consideration
The government is reportedly planning “targeted action” to address rising living costs, with energy bills being a primary focus of the upcoming Budget. According to reports from the BBC, officials are considering cutting the current 5% rate of Value-added tax charged on energy, which could provide immediate relief to households. Another option under discussion involves reducing regulatory levies currently added to utility bills, sources indicate.