Amazon has reportedly acquired the Devlin Technology Park site in Prince William County for $700 million. The 270-acre property can support up to 3.5 million square feet of data center space and represents a massive bet on continued cloud growth.
Verizon just launched a budget internet plan that could save customers over $1,200 over three years. But there’s a catch – speeds drop dramatically after you hit 150GB of data. This is clearly targeting a very specific type of user.
The UK’s broadband infrastructure giant is threatening to halt its final expansion phase covering 5 million homes. CEO Clive Selley says Ofcom’s proposed price controls undermine the business case for completing the national rollout by 2030.
Steam Deck users have been begging for display-off downloads since launch. The new beta client update finally delivers this feature, allowing downloads to continue in a low-power mode with the screen off. It works automatically when plugged in or manually triggered.
Armis has secured $435 million in new funding, pushing its valuation to $6.1 billion. The cybersecurity startup is now targeting an IPO in late 2026 or early 2027 as it pursues $1 billion in annual recurring revenue.
Foxconn’s chairman is pushing for a Taiwan-Japan electric vehicle alliance to combine strengths in the global EV race. The company has dramatically reduced its China manufacturing footprint while expanding AI integration across operations.
AMD has surprisingly received U.S. export licenses for its China-specific Instinct MI308 AI chips. This comes as Nvidia continues facing delays and hostility from Chinese authorities over its Blackwell and H20 chips.
European science startups are often judged by their patents rather than their potential. But venture firm Wilbe argues this focus on intellectual property is actually hindering real innovation and impact. Their data shows successful companies can secure funding without foundational patents.
Google and Epic Games have reached a surprise settlement that could transform Android globally. The deal slashes Play Store fees and forces Google to open its platform to competing app stores through June 2032, pending court approval this week.
Nvidia is deepening its India presence by joining a $2 billion investment alliance focused on deep tech startups. The chipmaker will provide technical training and mentorship through its Deep Learning Institute. This comes as India prepares to host a major AI summit in February 2025.
