Microsoft is directing its Windows engineers to tackle persistent bugs and performance issues in Windows 11. This push comes as user trust wanes and more PC gamers than ever are switching to Linux, with Steam’s survey showing over 3% of its users now on the open-source OS.
The adult creator platform OnlyFans is considering a major sale. A new report says it’s in exclusive talks to sell a majority stake to investment firm Architect Capital.
A demo of Google’s Genie AI, which creates simple 3D scenes from text, triggered a sell-off in major video game stocks. Investors seemed to fear it could replace platforms like Unity and Roblox, but the tech is incredibly limited.
The gaming industry’s relationship with AI is getting messy. While more professionals are using generative tools at work, a majority now believe the technology is having a negative impact. This tension is playing out against a brutal backdrop of widespread layoffs.
A new approach to carbon accounting is causing a stir in corporate circles. While some see “E-ledgers” as a way to drive demand for cleaner products, others warn they risk dismantling the established global standard for transparency.
Sandisk shares surged 25% after forecasting Q3 earnings up to 3x higher than Wall Street expected. Analysts are scrambling, with one raising a price target from $300 to a street-high $1,000. The driver? An AI data center boom creating a “defining moment” for memory demand.
Two of Australia’s largest lithium miners are assessing production increases following a powerful rally in prices. Mineral Resources lifted its full-year guidance and is studying a mine restart, while Liontown is eyeing a major expansion of its Kathleen Valley operation.
Google Cloud has confirmed the departure of President Hayete Gallot, who was hired in early 2025 to unify customer-facing teams. She leaves after less than a year, reportedly for a job outside of Google. This marks another high-profile executive shift at the cloud giant.
The world’s largest auto supplier, Bosch, has delayed its key profit target. Citing tough markets and intense competition, CEO Stefan Hartung indicated more workforce reductions are coming beyond the 18,500 already planned.
John Furner is taking over as Walmart CEO on February 1. His reputation as a tech-savvy leader and his executive appointments point to a deep digital transformation ahead for the retailer.
