Google has launched Project Genie, an AI prototype that generates short, interactive 3D worlds from prompts. Available to AI Ultra subscribers in the US, it’s a research toy with major limitations. Yet, it signals a future that has half of game developers deeply worried about their jobs.
Researchers have unveiled three new benchmarks designed to measure the safety and effectiveness of AI agents in real business environments. The goal is to give companies a way to know when an AI can be trusted to work autonomously. This addresses a major fear as businesses shift from AI assistants t
A personal journey from using Windows 10 and Microsoft Word in 2021 to running Fedora and open-source apps today. The shift in trust came less from open-source changing and more from frustration with the direction of closed-source software, including forced AI features and operating system drama.
The New York Stock Exchange announced a plan to put thousands of stocks on the blockchain. But one academic calls it “smoke and mirrors,” pointing to a lack of specifics and a conflict with its existing business model.
Moltbot, the viral open-source AI assistant, is exploding in popularity but comes with massive security red flags. Researchers warn it’s leaking credentials and is a prime target for prompt injection attacks. The convenience of an AI that “actually does things” might not be worth the risk.
NASA has fully brought its new Athena supercomputer online, making it the agency’s most powerful and efficient system yet. Built by Hewlett Packard, it uses AMD EPYC processors to deliver over 20 petaflops of peak performance.
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says Windows 11 has hit one billion users, a milestone reached faster than Windows 10. However, the announcement lacks crucial details on active users and was heavily driven by the end of Windows 10 support.
Apple’s third beta for iOS and iPadOS 26.3 has broken several Continuity features on its newest hardware. This could push the final public release, typically expected in late January, into early February.
Microsoft is rolling out a significant update to its Copilot AI assistant. The new features focus on reducing friction with better memory, easier chat organization, and stronger support for Apple devices.
The channel’s focus for 2026 is crystal clear. According to a CRN outlook, CEOs are prioritizing scalable AI execution, platform-led operations, and investments that directly drive customer outcomes, leaving the era of pure experimentation behind.
