China’s New Hypergravity Machine Is a 1,900-G Monster
China has completed the CHIEF1900, a record-breaking hypergravity centrifuge. It will let scientists compress years of geological and structural stress into hours of lab testing.
Category: Technology
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra Is Coming Late, And It Might Cost More
According to a new leak, Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S26 series on February 25th, with sales likely starting around March 13th. However, the company is reportedly still debating a price increase of $31 to $62 per model, which could push the S26 Ultra over $1,350.
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says $8 billion tax bill is “perfectly fine”
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he’s “perfectly fine” with a proposed California ballot measure that could levy a one-time 5% tax on billionaires. The tax could cost Huang nearly $8 billion based on his estimated $155 billion net worth.
Virginia’s $1.6 Billion Data Center Tax Hole
Virginia’s data center tax exemptions cost the state $1.6 billion in lost revenue for fiscal year 2025, a massive 118% increase from the year before. The program, which offers breaks for investments as low as $70 million, is now under scrutiny as its cost dwarfs all other state incentives.
That Fake Windows BSOD? It’s Malware Trying to Hack You
Cybercriminals are using a sophisticated social engineering attack that mimics a Windows crash. The campaign targets the European hotel industry, tricking staff into pasting malicious code.
Vantage wraps up a 30MW data center build in Montreal
Vantage Data Centers has finished construction on its QC61 data center in Montreal. The 30MW facility is part of a broader portfolio that will soon hit 178MW across Quebec. It’s a sign of sustained build-out in key markets.
Motorola’s Big Foldable Bet: A Razr Fold With Stylus
Motorola is jumping into the large foldable phone market with the new Razr Fold, featuring an 8.1-inch screen and stylus support. It’s set to launch this summer, potentially undercutting rivals on price while showcasing a new AI ecosystem.
Fusion Power’s Big Bet: AI, Magnets, and a 2027 Deadline
Fusion power is moving from science project to construction site. Commonwealth Fusion Systems is building its SPARC demonstration plant, using AI from Siemens and Nvidia, and aims for first plasma energy in 2027.
Semafor’s $30M Bet on “Cerebral” Journalism for the Elite
Semafor has raised $30 million in new funding, valuing the company at $330 million. The startup, co-founded by Justin Smith and Ben Smith, turned its first profit in 2025 with $40 million in revenue.
LG’s New Home Robot Can’t Even Close The Oven
LG unveiled its first AI home robot, CLOiD, at CES 2026. It’s supposed to handle complex chores like folding laundry and baking. The demo, however, revealed it’s not quite ready to replace human hands.