Samsung’s Exynos 2600 is a big promise for the Galaxy S26
Samsung has formally confirmed its next flagship processor, the Exynos 2600. It’s being pitched as the long-awaited fix for the Exynos line, with a new on-chip heatsink to tackle throttling.
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Coinbase’s Quiet Bank Deals Are a Big Deal
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the best banks are leaning into crypto as an opportunity. The exchange has quietly announced pilot projects with Citi, JPMorgan Chase, and PNC Bank in recent months.
HPE Says It Can Beat Cisco in Wireless. Is That Real?
HPE is making a bold claim: it can dethrone Cisco as the top wireless networking vendor. The confidence comes from merging Aruba and Juniper Mist, and a major product rollout at HPE Discover Barcelona.
Trane Buys Liquid Cooling Firm Stellar Energy Digital
Trane Technologies is acquiring Stellar Energy Digital, a provider of modular liquid cooling systems for data centers. The deal, set to close in early 2026, will bring about 700 employees into Trane’s commercial HVAC business.
UK’s Ransomware Payment Ban Will Have “National Security Exemptions”
The UK government is moving forward with a plan to ban ransomware payments for public sector and critical infrastructure. Security Minister Dan Jarvis says “national security exemptions” will be included to avoid impossible choices for organizations.
OpenAI’s ‘Code Red’ Is a Wake-Up Call It Can’t Ignore
A leaked memo shows OpenAI is hitting the panic button. With competitors catching up, CEO Sam Altman is putting all side projects on hold to refocus the company on improving ChatGPT’s core experience. It’s a stark shift for the former leader.
Bank Regulators Sound the Alarm on Nonbank Competition
Senior U.S. financial regulators told Congress the traditional banking system is under intense pressure from nonbanks and fintechs. They called for rapid modernization of rules to address AI, stablecoins, and a shifting competitive landscape, while also detailing new supervisory reforms.
Apple’s Dutch Antitrust Defense Fails in EU Court
Apple just lost a key procedural battle in Europe. The EU’s highest court ruled that Dutch consumer groups can sue Apple over App Store fees in the Netherlands, rejecting Apple’s jurisdiction argument. This opens the door for similar lawsuits across the continent.
Linux Gaming Hits a Record High on Steam, and It’s All Thanks to Valve
Linux has officially hit 3.2% market share on Steam, a new record. This massive jump from just 2% a year ago is almost entirely fueled by the success of the Steam Deck handheld and Valve’s ongoing investment in the platform.
A Minnesota Power Giant Wants to Build a 400MW Data Center
Renewable energy developer Geronimo Power is looking to develop a major data center in Nobles County, Minnesota. The plan is to build a 400-500MW facility, potentially powered by nearby wind and solar farms, with a target completion date of 2030.