The Technology Innovation Agency has a new board of directors appointed by Science and Technology Minister Blade Nzimande. The seven-member board will lead the agency for the next four years, bringing expertise across technology, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Organizations are stuck in a cyber readiness rut despite increased confidence and spending. The latest data shows response times haven’t improved, and decision accuracy during crises remains alarmingly low.
A tiny 4MB Windows utility called AlomWare Toolbox can replace multiple productivity apps like text expanders, clipboard managers, and automation tools. The portable app consolidates dozens of features into one interface while remaining completely free with optional paid licenses starting at $12/yea
Microsoft’s Windows chief has finally responded to widespread criticism about Windows’ direction. After facing backlash for focusing on AI features, he admitted the OS has fundamental issues that need addressing first. The executive had to disable replies on his original post due to the negative res
Netflix is taking gaming seriously with a new TV platform that turns phones into controllers. The streaming giant wants to make gaming as easy as hitting play on a movie. This could be their next big subscriber retention play.
Disney and YouTube TV have ended their two-week blackout that left subscribers without ABC, ESPN, and other Disney channels. The dispute threatened football coverage and election news, highlighting ongoing streaming wars. Both companies claim victory in the new deal.
Serial entrepreneur David Shim sees key differences between today’s AI boom and the dot-com bubble. While some “froth” exists at the edges, he believes real business models and paying customers make this cycle more sustainable than the 2000-era tech crash.
Ubisoft had a new Splinter Cell game in development back in 2017, but executives pressured the team to turn it into a live service title. The project eventually became xDefiant, which launched in 2024 and shut down just six months later.
Microsoft has quietly pushed back its controversial Teams location tracking feature to January 2026 after widespread criticism. The feature will now be disabled by default and require user opt-in. Here’s what changed and why it matters.
Synopsys is eliminating 10% of its workforce as part of post-merger restructuring. The cuts will impact approximately 2,000 employees and cost the company up to $350 million. The layoffs follow Synopsys’ $35 billion acquisition of Ansys that closed in July 2025.
