A new New York Times report details Apple’s succession planning, naming hardware chief John Ternus as the leading candidate to replace Tim Cook. Cook, 65, has reportedly told senior leaders he is tired and wants to reduce his workload.
Microsoft has locked in its next Xbox Developer Direct showcase for January 22, 2026. The event promises extended gameplay for the Fable reboot and the first look at Forza Horizon 6’s Japan setting. It’s a key preview of Xbox’s 2026 lineup.
At CES, Digital Storm showed off two new high-end PC lines. The slim Vector and massive Aventum 5 can both be configured with NVIDIA’s new professional-grade RTX 6000 Pro Blackwell graphics.
FedEx is making a major play in the returns space, betting that simplifying the process for shoppers and shippers is critical for growth. With nearly 20% of online sales expected to be returned, the post-purchase experience is now a frontline battleground for carriers and retailers alike.
Borouge, in partnership with Honeywell, has run a successful AI proof of concept at its Ruwais facility. The live test showed potential for 20% efficiency gains and 15% lower operating costs, a step toward a fully autonomous control room.
Phlux Technology is showing off its Aura family of “Noiseless” InGaAs APD sensors. The company claims they offer huge sensitivity boosts for applications like LiDAR and fiber optic testing, which could translate into cheaper, smaller systems.
Amazon is formalizing its performance review process around a simple, pointed question for corporate staff: what did you accomplish? This marks a significant cultural shift under CEO Andy Jassy, moving from vague self-reflection to demanding concrete results.
CES 2026 delivered its usual dose of flashy tech, but the real story was in the curveballs. The show revealed a major shift away from cars, a push for unproven Wi-Fi 8 hardware, and some truly bizarre robot evolution.
Ventiva is pitching a new “zoned” ionic cooling system for AI hardware, from data centers to laptops. The tech uses electrostatic fields to create airflow without moving parts. It’s a clever idea, but plasma cooling has a long road to prove itself at scale.
Amazon has begun issuing $1.5 billion in refunds to Prime subscribers following an FTC lawsuit. The settlement alleges the company used “manipulative” designs to enroll users and made cancellation difficult. Millions of customers could get around $51 back.
