Trustworthy? No such thing in tech: In today’s tense digital security landscape, companies hurry to bolster their cyber defenses with Zero Trust solutions. But it all comes at a cost.
Zara’s massive new Madrid storefront leverages digital-led and immersive shopping experiences: The fast-fashion retailer debuts its largest location to date, merging elements of physical and digital to set the tone for the future of stores.
Meta’s Horizon Worlds features can monetize VR: Creators will be able to sell items “in-world,” with Meta taking up to 47.5%. Will creators balk at the cost of business in the metaverse?
“We only detain IT specialists”: As Russia’s tech workforce rapidly flees to other countries where their skills are also in demand, the Kremlin’s belligerent response will only intensify the retreat.
A digital food supply chain is now in season: Rampant food waste drives up costs and kicks climate change into high gear. Startups like Choco have an app for that.
Panera’s new AI uses sensors, algorithms, and analytics to ensure coffee is optimally brewed: Restaurants are leaning into AI and automation, but will long-term effects lead to reduced hospitality and fewer customers?
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Cooling consumer demand drives down Q1 PC sales: PC makers need to attract consumer and educational markets with compelling 2-in-1s, gaming PCs, and tablets in coming quarters.
Flood of solutions for drought-stricken US West: Tech is finding greener ways to save hydroelectric power and secure water supplies that circumvent burning fossil fuels or damaging the environment.
Private space industry knows no bounds: The first private astronauts are now aboard the ISS busily trailblazing research. With NASA co-piloting, advances in space exploration are about to skyrocket.
California law challenges bias in AI hiring tools: Proposed amendments could make AI decision-making tools illegal for screening protected-class applicants—but would also slow down hiring processes on a monumental scale.
Solar energy goes dark, in a brilliant way: Researchers create solar panels that generate electricity at night. It’s part of a sustainability revolution that’s using radiative cooling to boost green energy.
Talk-to-code is coming: A radical CodeGen initiative by Salesforce is underway to turn programming into a conversational task anyone can do. The era of the keyboard is ending.
Mercedes in the AV driver’s seat: Getting a green light for its Drive Pilot positions Mercedes-Benz as an AV frontrunner. As it tests the legal liability waters, other automakers could follow.
Google enforcing tighter controls on Android apps: Updating old apps will improve security and privacy, but Google’s tighter control could be detrimental to developers who don’t play by its rules.
IMAX for the metaverse: Burnt out from metaverse headset fatigue? Brelyon has an immersive VR monitor on the way. Geared for gamers, Ultra Reality could benefit learners and professionals too.
ES: Boeing’s multi-cloud flightpath: As enterprises embrace a multi-cloud approach, Microsoft and Google adapt while Amazon continues to shoot for a cloud monopoly.
Amazon vs. SpaceX: Amazon leaps into spacefaring with the largest private-sector launch deal ever and with no SpaceX rockets in sight. The race for space dominance means more contracts for newer players.
Tensie Whelan, professor and director at the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business, suggests several ways to make a real impact, both financially and environmentally, with sustainability policies.