WEKA has launched the WEKApod 3, a storage system that achieves 1.1 effective exabytes per rack through compression and deduplication. With 1,800 Micron SSDs of 245.76 TB, it delivers 10.2 TB/s performance, but actual uncompressed capacity is 441.5 PB. The NeuralMesh 6 software, available in 2026, is key to these figures.
Instagram has started removing videos recorded with Meta smart glasses that show street harassment, pranks on workers, and non-consensual 'pickup tactics.' The move aims to curb the nickname 'pervert glasses' and protect user privacy.
The European Commission has imposed a €1 billion fine on Google for violating the Digital Markets Act by prioritizing its own products in search results and the app store, a decision that sets a key precedent for tech regulation in Europe.
The EU has imposed an 890 million euro fine on Google for two DMA violations: favoring its own services in search results and limiting developers' payment options on Google Play. It is the first firm sanction against the company under this regulation, which seeks to ensure fair competition in the digital market.
The European Commission has imposed a historic fine of over €1 billion on Google for two serious violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The penalty includes €522 million for self-preferencing in Google Search and €488 million for anti-steering practices in Google Play. Google has 60 days to comply or face additional daily fines.
The European Commission has imposed a record €890 million fine on Google for favoring its own applications over competitors on Android devices. It is the first major sanction under the new Digital Markets Act (DMA) and sets a precedent for other big tech companies.
The Chinese Academy of Sciences has unveiled a solid-state laser EUV light source that avoids 2,000 ASML patents. The breakthrough, led by former ASML researcher Lin Nan, could accelerate China's own advanced chip production and challenge the Dutch monopoly.
Nvidia has agreed to a $1.5 billion prepayment to Amkor Technology to expand advanced semiconductor packaging and testing in Arizona. The move aims to secure production capacity for its AI chips, reduce geopolitical risks, and bring manufacturing closer to its design centers.
The European Union has imposed a €890 million fine on Google for violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA). It is the first sanction against a tech giant under this regulation, which aims to curb the power of dominant platforms. The penalty includes €460 million for search self-preference and €430 million for restricting competition on Google Play.
Ford and Geely have announced a joint venture to manufacture electric vehicles at Ford's plant in Valencia, Spain. Ford will hold 66% and Geely 34%, with production expected in 2028. The alliance combines Ford's industrial expertise with Geely's battery and platform technology.
The US government issued a warning about Iranian cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in industrial control systems for water and energy, potentially causing disruptions to essential services.
The European Commission imposed a historic fine of €550 million on AliExpress for violating the Digital Services Act (DSA) by failing to remove illegal, unsafe, and counterfeit products. It is the highest penalty since the regulation came into force, marking a turning point in the oversight of global marketplaces.