Researchers at Cornell have developed the darkest fabric ever reported, with an average light reflectance of just 0.13%. The technique, inspired by the feathers of riflebirds, uses a two-step dye and plasma-etching process. They’ve already used it to make a dress and filed for a patent.
Apple is on track to ship over 247.4 million iPhones in 2025, fueled by massive iPhone 17 demand. This will push Apple’s smartphone revenue past $261 billion. However, a planned delay for the iPhone 18 and a global memory shortage are forecast to cause a shipment dip in 2026.
Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy Z TriFold, and it has a killer feature for productivity. It’s the first Galaxy phone that can run Samsung’s full DeX desktop interface directly on its own large, foldable display.
Mauro Porcini, Samsung’s new President and Chief Design Officer, wants to move tech beyond minimalist design. He advocates for “expressive design language” that allows for personal choice, inspired by his global career. His vision for Samsung centers on an equation: AI amplified by emotional intelli
Apple’s head of AI, John Giannandrea, is retiring and will be replaced by former Microsoft VP Amar Subramanya. The shakeup comes as SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son admits to “crying” over selling a $5.83 billion Nvidia stake to fund investments like OpenAI.
Quantum computing is moving from the cloud into on-prem data centers, forcing a major strategic choice. Organizations must decide between building bespoke systems or partnering for pre-integrated, modular solutions. The trend is clearly shifting toward collaboration to reduce risk and accelerate uti
A new report reveals colleges are quietly deploying AI to read application essays and evaluate transcripts. While schools promise it’s only an assist for humans, the trend is accelerating rapidly, with some hoping to notify students a month sooner.
A stark warning from tech leaders says Europe is getting left behind in the humanoid robot race. The creativity and supply chain dominance from China, paired with US ambition, is creating a gap Europe may not close without radical change.
Instagram is ending hybrid work. Leader Adam Mosseri announced US employees must return to the office five days a week starting in February 2026.
A Fortune analysis warns that colleges limiting AI use are failing to prepare students for a workforce that already relies on it. With hiring for new grads projected to grow just 1.6% in 2026, AI skills are becoming a critical differentiator.
