Technology 24 January 2026 - 26 January 2026

EU launches fresh X probe after Grok sexual deepfake outcry, widens algorithm case
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EU launches fresh X probe after Grok sexual deepfake outcry, widens algorithm case

The European Commission has launched a formal Digital Services Act probe into X, focusing on Grok’s image tools and the spread of illegal sexual deepfakes. Regulators also expanded a separate investigation into X’s recommender algorithms. X says it has restricted image editing and location tracking, but the Commission warns new risks persist. No deadline has been set for the case.
January 26, 2026
IonQ to buy SkyWater for $1.8 billion to bring quantum chipmaking in-house
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IonQ to buy SkyWater for $1.8 billion to bring quantum chipmaking in-house

IonQ will acquire SkyWater Technology in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $1.8 billion, giving SkyWater shareholders $35 per share. IonQ aims to use the foundry to accelerate development of quantum processors, targeting 200,000-qubit systems by 2028. SkyWater will operate as a subsidiary and keep its name. IonQ raised its 2025 revenue forecast following the announcement.
January 26, 2026
Zuckerberg to testify as Meta, TikTok and YouTube face first youth addiction trial
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Zuckerberg to testify as Meta, TikTok and YouTube face first youth addiction trial

A Los Angeles jury will hear claims this week that Meta, TikTok, and YouTube designed their platforms to addict children and harm mental health. Plaintiff K.G.M., 19, alleges the apps worsened her depression and suicidal thoughts. Snap settled with the plaintiff on confidential terms. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is expected to testify.
January 26, 2026
SpaceX GPS III-9 launch set for late Monday after Space Force swaps out ULA’s Vulcan
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SpaceX GPS III-9 launch set for late Monday after Space Force swaps out ULA’s Vulcan

SpaceX plans to launch the U.S. Space Force’s GPS III-9 satellite late Monday from Cape Canaveral after the military reassigned the mission from ULA’s Vulcan rocket. Liftoff is set for 11:42 p.m. EST, with weather and booster recovery conditions still uncertain. The Falcon 9 booster will attempt a droneship landing in the Atlantic. Lockheed Martin built the satellite, the ninth in the GPS III series.
January 26, 2026
Windows 11 January 2026 update chaos: Microsoft probes boot failures as emergency fixes pile up
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Windows 11 January 2026 update chaos: Microsoft probes boot failures as emergency fixes pile up

Microsoft is investigating Windows 11 boot failures tied to January security updates, with some users seeing “UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME” errors. Affected devices may need manual recovery, though virtual machines appear unaffected. On Jan. 24, Microsoft released patch KB5078127 to fix cloud storage and Outlook hangs. The company has not identified the root cause of the boot issues.
January 26, 2026
Drugmakers say AI is shaving weeks off clinical trials and regulatory submissions
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Drugmakers say AI is shaving weeks off clinical trials and regulatory submissions

Novartis said AI reduced trial site selection for a 14,000-person Leqvio study to a two-hour meeting. Drugmakers report AI is cutting weeks from clinical trial logistics and regulatory paperwork. AstraZeneca and others still face challenges managing thousands of regulatory documents. Analysts say it may take one to three years before investors see the full impact on drug development timelines.
January 26, 2026
Will AI Kill the Smartphone? OpenAI, Meta and Amazon Fuel a New Gadget Threat
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Will AI Kill the Smartphone? OpenAI, Meta and Amazon Fuel a New Gadget Threat

Global smartphone shipments are projected to fall about 6% this year, with no rebound expected in 2027, according to Counterpoint’s Yang Wang. The Economist reports Apple and Android face new competition from AI-first devices backed by OpenAI, Meta, and Amazon. Rising chip prices and manufacturing bottlenecks are squeezing phone makers. OpenAI plans to launch a device in the second half of 2026.
January 26, 2026
Fritz-Kola Says “No Price Hike” as Regenerative Sugar Beet Pilot Cuts CO2 — FritzBox Maker Faces Fibre Shift
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Fritz-Kola Says “No Price Hike” as Regenerative Sugar Beet Pilot Cuts CO2 — FritzBox Maker Faces Fibre Shift

fritz-kola said it will not raise prices as it shifts some sugar sourcing to regenerative farming, after a pilot project cut emissions by 1,534 tonnes of CO2 and yielded 1,449 tonnes of sugar. CEO Mirco Wolf Wiegert said climate measures are already included in pricing, despite higher costs for growers. The company partnered with start-up Klim and six German farms for the project.
January 26, 2026
Technology News 26.01.2026
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Technology News 26.01.2026

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Sunday morning triggered loud sonic booms across California’s Central Coast as it carried 25 Starlink satellites. BraX Technologies announced the open_slate, a privacy-focused 12-inch tablet running de-Googled Android and Ubuntu, with crowdfunding set for February and shipping in August. Owlchemy Labs’ Job Simulator surpassed 6 million installs, boosted by bundles and VR platform expansions.
January 26, 2026
US set for $1.6 billion USA Rare Earth stake deal as Washington chases homegrown magnets
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US set for $1.6 billion USA Rare Earth stake deal as Washington chases homegrown magnets

The U.S. government will acquire a 10% stake in USA Rare Earth as part of a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity deal focused on a Texas mine and Oklahoma magnet plant, sources told Reuters. A separate $1 billion private investment is also expected to be announced Monday. The deal involves 16.1 million shares and warrants for another 17.6 million, both priced at $17.17 each. USA Rare Earth declined to comment.
January 25, 2026
150 Million Passwords Exposed: Gmail and Facebook Logins Found in Open Database
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150 Million Passwords Exposed: Gmail and Facebook Logins Found in Open Database

A security researcher discovered an unsecured database with about 149 million username-password pairs, including millions linked to Gmail and Facebook accounts. The cache, traced to infostealer malware, was removed after the alert. The database included credentials for banking, streaming, crypto, and government accounts, with no password protection or encryption.
January 25, 2026
Galaxy S26 leak hints Samsung may get Google Pixel’s Scam Detection call alerts
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Galaxy S26 leak hints Samsung may get Google Pixel’s Scam Detection call alerts

Code in Google’s Phone app indicates the Pixel-only Scam Detection feature may come to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series. The tool flags suspicious calls using on-device AI, but it’s unclear if Samsung will preload Google’s dialer or if the feature will work with manual installation. Model numbers tied to the S26 lineup appeared in recent app code. Google has not confirmed a release.
January 25, 2026
Technology News 25.01.2026
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Technology News 25.01.2026

China is moving to restrict imports of Nvidia and other US-made AI chips, signaling a near-total cap amid US export controls. Apple’s iPhone Air faces sharp price cuts in the UK, China, and Australia, while the iPhone 17 holds steady. Apple Vision Pro tested immersive NBA viewing at a Lakers game. Rigetti Computing secured an $8.4 million contract to supply a 108-qubit quantum computer to India.
January 25, 2026
Davos 2026: CEOs chant ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’ on AI as IMF warns of a youth hit
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Davos 2026: CEOs chant ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’ on AI as IMF warns of a youth hit

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned at Davos that AI could affect 60% of jobs in advanced economies, with entry-level roles most at risk. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang countered that generative AI is driving job creation. Union leaders and policymakers called for stricter AI regulation as companies move from pilot projects to full deployment. Some executives told Reuters AI would justify layoffs already planned.
January 24, 2026
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Shanghai as China weighs H200 AI chip entry after customs block
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Shanghai as China weighs H200 AI chip entry after customs block

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang arrived in Shanghai Saturday as the company awaits Beijing’s approval to sell its H200 AI chip in China, sources said. Chinese customs have instructed agents not to allow the H200 into the country. Some domestic tech firms have been warned to limit Nvidia chip purchases and prioritize local alternatives. Nvidia has not commented on Huang’s visit.
January 24, 2026
TikTok U.S. deal sealed with Oracle-led venture — here’s what changes for users
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TikTok U.S. deal sealed with Oracle-led venture — here’s what changes for users

ByteDance has won U.S. and Chinese approval to transfer TikTok’s U.S. business to a new majority-American venture backed by Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, Sky News reported. TikTok pushed updated terms to U.S. users allowing GPS-level tracking and expanded data collection, Wired reported. ByteDance will retain 19.9% ownership, with each partner holding 15%, according to Data Center Dynamics. Adam Presser will lead the new entity as CEO, The Verge said.
January 24, 2026
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold hits U.S. stores for demos — but you still can’t buy it yet
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold hits U.S. stores for demos — but you still can’t buy it yet

Samsung is offering in-store demos of its Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone at select locations in California, New York, Texas, and Minnesota ahead of its U.S. launch. The company has not announced a U.S. release date or price, only stating an “early 2026” window. Demo units highlight the phone’s tri-fold design and Galaxy AI features. The device is already available in South Korea and parts of the Middle East.
January 24, 2026
Technology News 24.01.2026
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Technology News 24.01.2026

SpaceX plans to launch 25 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Sunday, with liftoff scheduled between 7:17 and 11:17 a.m. Google is rolling out a fix for the Phone app’s unwanted rotation, adding a default portrait mode. Ubisoft will reportedly end the Watch Dogs franchise amid restructuring and new investment from Tencent. AdGuard’s lifetime family ad blocker is on sale for $39.99.
January 24, 2026
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