The process for customizing the classic Tux penguin logo during Linux boot is getting a major simplification. New kernel patches ditch a complex graphics framework for a much simpler method, making it far more accessible for hobbyists and distro makers.
Qualcomm is in discussions with Samsung Electronics to manufacture its next-generation chips using a 2-nanometer process. This deal could be a huge boost for Samsung’s contract chipmaking division as it battles industry leader TSMC.
Fintech giant Revolut is negotiating to acquire Turkish digital bank FUPS, aiming for a debut in the country. In separate news, China has unveiled sweeping new regulations targeting aggressive discounting and subsidies by major e-commerce platforms like Alibaba.
Samsung Electronics is riding a wave of bullish sentiment, with analysts predicting its earnings will more than double to a record $60 billion in 2026. This comes after a $350 billion rally, but the company’s valuation is still less than half that of rival TSMC.
Barclays has taken its first direct stake in a stablecoin-related company, investing in U.S. settlement platform Ubyx. The move is part of a broader push by major banks to explore “tokenised money” within regulations.
A 400-acre data center project proposed by Beltline Energy in Luther, Oklahoma, is already drawing protests from residents. They’re worried about impacts on utility prices and water, even though the company hasn’t officially filed an application. This comes as Oklahoma sees a wave of data center inv
Data center developer Beale Infrastructure is in talks to build a new campus in Claremore, Oklahoma, marking its third planned project in the Tulsa area. The “Project Mustang” development would feature multiple air-cooled buildings in phases, with the first potentially going live in 2028. This conti
NVIDIA has released its GeForce Game Ready 591.74 driver, bringing DLSS 4.5 RTX Super Resolution support to all RTX GPUs. The update promises higher image quality using 2nd Gen Transformers, but the headline MFG 6X and Dynamic MFG features are delayed until Spring 2026.
NVIDIA’s DGX Spark, a compact AI supercomputer, has received optimizations delivering up to a 2.5x performance boost since its October launch. The updates are dramatically accelerating tasks like AI video generation and RTX Remix game modding.
Despite aggressive US trade barriers, the value of global trade surged 7% in 2025 to a historic $35 trillion. The resilience comes from a shift to services, regional integration, and producers finding new markets.
