Artur Ślesik

Texas Instruments stock jumps on AI data-center boom — and a Q1 forecast it hasn’t made since 2010
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Texas Instruments stock jumps on AI data-center boom — and a Q1 forecast it hasn’t made since 2010

Texas Instruments forecast first-quarter revenue of $4.32–$4.68 billion and EPS of $1.22–$1.48, both above analyst estimates. Shares jumped nearly 9% after the company reported a 70% surge in data-center revenue for Q4 and said it will break out that segment separately. Q4 revenue reached $4.42 billion, with net income at $1.16 billion. Analysts cautioned that high capital spending and weak electronics demand could weigh on recovery.
January 28, 2026
Hong Kong scientists say this AI can spot storms 4 hours early — why forecasters are watching
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Hong Kong scientists say this AI can spot storms 4 hours early — why forecasters are watching

Hong Kong scientists say their new AI-based DDMS system can predict thunderstorms and heavy rain up to four hours in advance, extending warning times. The model updates every 15 minutes and improved forecast accuracy by over 15% in tests. China’s Meteorological Administration and the Hong Kong Observatory plan to integrate the system into official forecasts.
January 28, 2026
UK watchdog puts Google Search on notice: publishers may get an AI Overviews opt‑out
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UK watchdog puts Google Search on notice: publishers may get an AI Overviews opt‑out

Britain’s competition watchdog has proposed binding rules requiring Google to let publishers opt out of AI Overviews and certain AI training, while staying in Search. The Competition and Markets Authority set a Feb. 25 deadline for feedback. The package also addresses ranking transparency, Android and Chrome choice screens, and data portability. Google Search holds over 90% of UK search queries.
January 28, 2026
EU taps Ariane 6 for new Galileo launches as bloc pushes to cut SpaceX reliance
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EU taps Ariane 6 for new Galileo launches as bloc pushes to cut SpaceX reliance

The EU space agency signed a new contract with Arianespace to launch two second-generation Galileo satellites on Ariane 6, shifting away from recent reliance on SpaceX. The L18 mission will mark Ariane 6’s fifth Galileo flight, with the inaugural mission set for December 17, 2025. EU officials are pressing for greater autonomy in space launches. France’s space minister called for ending dependence on non-European suppliers.
January 28, 2026
Volkswagen just recalled 44,551 ID.4 EVs in the U.S. over battery fire risk

Volkswagen just recalled 44,551 ID.4 EVs in the U.S. over battery fire risk

Volkswagen is recalling 44,551 ID.4 electric SUVs in the U.S. due to battery fire risks, federal regulators said Tuesday. One recall involves overheating battery modules; another concerns misaligned electrodes in battery cells. Owners will get remedy notices in March. Some are advised to limit charging and avoid DC fast charging until repairs are done.
January 27, 2026
Apple sued over Continuity Camera as Camo maker claims Apple stole webcam tech
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Apple sued over Continuity Camera as Camo maker claims Apple stole webcam tech

Reincubate sued Apple in New Jersey federal court Tuesday, alleging antitrust violations and patent infringement tied to Apple’s Continuity Camera feature. The Camo app maker claims Apple copied its technology after soliciting technical details, then used iOS dominance to undermine competition. Apple has not commented. The lawsuit seeks monetary and injunctive relief, including treble damages.
January 27, 2026
Roche’s CT-388 weight-loss shot hits 22.5% in Phase 2, sets up pivotal trials
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Roche’s CT-388 weight-loss shot hits 22.5% in Phase 2, sets up pivotal trials

Roche said its experimental obesity drug CT-388 produced a 22.5% placebo-adjusted weight loss after 48 weeks in a Phase 2 trial. The company plans to start Phase 3 trials this quarter. Shares rose about 0.5% as investors weighed competition from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. Most side effects were gastrointestinal, with no new safety issues reported.
January 27, 2026
Electric car sales finally beat petrol in the EU — here’s what changed in December
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Electric car sales finally beat petrol in the EU — here’s what changed in December

Battery-electric cars made up 22.6% of new EU registrations in December, surpassing petrol vehicles for the first time, ACEA data showed. Hybrids remained dominant, accounting for about two-thirds of electrified registrations. Total EU car registrations rose 1.8% in 2025 to 10.8 million, still below pre-pandemic levels. Battery-electric share for the year reached 17.4%, up from 13.6% in 2024.
January 27, 2026
WhatsApp’s new “Strict Account Settings” is a lockdown switch for high-risk users
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WhatsApp’s new “Strict Account Settings” is a lockdown switch for high-risk users

WhatsApp on Tuesday launched “Strict Account Settings,” blocking unknown attachments, media, and calls, and disabling link previews for users at risk of targeted hacking. The feature, rolling out over the next weeks, mirrors security modes from Apple and Google. WhatsApp says it is intended for users facing sophisticated cyber threats, not the general public.
January 27, 2026
AI tool AnomalyMatch combs Hubble archive, flags 1,300 cosmic anomalies — NASA, ESA
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AI tool AnomalyMatch combs Hubble archive, flags 1,300 cosmic anomalies — NASA, ESA

NASA said Tuesday that an AI tool scanned nearly 100 million Hubble image cutouts in 2.5 days, flagging over 1,300 unusual objects, with more than 800 never previously documented. Most anomalies were merging galaxies or gravitational lenses, but several dozen objects remain unclassified. NASA and ESA said similar AI tools could help process data from upcoming telescopes. The findings appeared in Astronomy & Astrophysics.
January 27, 2026
UK FCA launches “Mills Review” on AI — what it could mean for everyday banking by 2030
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UK FCA launches “Mills Review” on AI — what it could mean for everyday banking by 2030

Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority has begun a major review of advanced AI in retail finance, led by executive director Sheldon Mills. The FCA is seeking feedback from industry and consumers by Feb. 24, with recommendations expected by summer 2026. UK firms remain cautious about customer-facing AI despite rising interest. Lawmakers are pressing for clearer rules as AI tools proliferate in financial services.
January 27, 2026
Texas bans Temu and Shein on state devices as Abbott expands China tech blacklist to 26 firms
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Texas bans Temu and Shein on state devices as Abbott expands China tech blacklist to 26 firms

Texas has added 26 China-linked companies, including Alibaba, Shein, and Temu’s parent PDD, to its banned technologies list for state devices and networks. The update, led by Texas Cyber Command, covers hardware, software, and AI tools. Governor Greg Abbott cited threats from hostile foreign actors. Companies named did not respond to requests for comment.
January 27, 2026
Nvidia’s AI chip rush puts ASML’s laser ‘printers’ in the spotlight ahead of earnings
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Nvidia’s AI chip rush puts ASML’s laser ‘printers’ in the spotlight ahead of earnings

ASML reports earnings Wednesday as investors watch for a possible upgrade to its 2026 sales forecast. The Dutch firm, sole supplier of EUV lithography tools used in advanced AI chips, has seen its shares double since April. Major customers TSMC and Intel are increasing capital spending, driving demand for ASML systems. Analysts’ estimates for 2026 sales are outpacing the company’s current guidance.
January 27, 2026
Micron’s $24 billion Singapore chip bet: 1,600 jobs and NAND output pencilled in for 2028
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Micron’s $24 billion Singapore chip bet: 1,600 jobs and NAND output pencilled in for 2028

Micron will invest $24 billion to build a new NAND flash memory wafer fab in Singapore, with production set to begin in the second half of 2028 and about 1,600 jobs to be created. The facility will add 700,000 square feet of cleanroom space to Micron’s existing complex. Analysts warn tight memory supply may persist through 2027, despite increased output from Samsung and SK Hynix.
January 27, 2026
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