KDE Plasma 6.6 Saves Memory, Adds Color Pipeline Support
KDE’s next desktop environment update is shaping up with some significant under-the-hood improvements. Plasma 6.6 will use less memory and bring better color control for modern displays.
Category: Software
EU fines X €120 million over deceptive blue check marks
The European Union has hit X with a major fine over its paid verification system. Regulators say the platform deceives users because the blue check mark no longer verifies who is behind an account.
Commodities in 2025: Volatility, Tariffs, and a Four-Out-of-Five Score
A look back at Bloomberg’s 2025 commodity predictions shows a year defined by a return of volatility, spurred by global tariffs. While themes like laggard mean reversion played out, peak supply and reinflation remain open debates for the future.
HPE’s AI Networking Push After Juniper Deal: Big Claims, Bigger Questions
HPE is betting big that its newly combined Aruba and Juniper networking portfolio, packed with AI features, will create a new market leader. CEO Antonio Neri claims massive customer savings and strong partner growth, but integrating a $13.4B acquisition is never simple. The real test is just beginni
Google’s Gemini Home Beta is a Slow, Frustrating Rollout
Google has begun replacing Assistant with Gemini on smart home devices, but the rollout is a crawl. After an initial wave in late October, most beta testers are still locked out.
That Weird Game Awards Statue Is Just Hype For The Show
Geoff Keighley planted a hellish statue in Joshua Tree National Park, sparking a viral mystery. It’s not for a specific game—it’s a stunt to get people to watch The Game Awards in December.
GTA Online’s new DLC takes a hilarious shot at Waymo robotaxis
The latest Grand Theft Auto Online expansion, “A Safehouse in the Hills,” is taking aim at the autonomous vehicle industry. It features a fictional company called “KnoWay” whose robotaxis cause chaos, mirroring real-world debates about surveillance and vandalism.
Fallout’s creator is back at Obsidian, working on something secret
Legendary designer Tim Cain has officially returned to Obsidian Entertainment as a full-time developer. He’s already working on a new project, but he’s sworn everyone to secrecy. This marks his second stint at the studio after working on titles like The Outer Worlds.
Rubrik Stock Soars 25% After Blowout Earnings Report
Data security company Rubrik saw its stock rip 25% higher after a massive earnings beat. The company is riding a wave of demand for tools that secure and manage AI agents.
Netflix’s $72 Billion Power Play and the End of the Streaming Wars
Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a massive $72 billion deal, adding HBO Max and major franchises to its library. This move marks the definitive end of the streaming wars, with the original disruptor now becoming the ultimate consolidator.