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AI-powered customer support startup Decagon has completed its first tender offer, allowing over 300 employees to sell vested shares at a new $4.5 billion valuation. This threefold increase from June highlights rapid growth and investor confidence. The move also serves as a critical strategy to attract and retain top AI talent in a competitive market.

A powerful iPhone-hacking toolkit, "Coruna," potentially developed for the US government, has reportedly leaked and is now being used by Russian spies and cybercriminals. Google discovered the sophisticated exploits, capable of silently hijacking iPhones, which were first seen targeting Ukrainians and later used to steal cryptocurrency from Chinese victims. This proliferation highlights a dangerous "second-hand" market for advanced cyber weapons.

The tech world at MWC 2026 was abuzz, and while foldable phones often steal the spotlight, Honor's reintroduced Robot Phone captured significant attention. This pocketable device, first seen at CES, now boasts working

Vivo unveiled its X300 Ultra flagship at MWC, featuring a 200MP telephoto camera, an upgraded 400mm Telephoto Extender Gen2 Ultra, and a new SmallRig professional camera cage. This marks Vivo's first Ultra phone slated for release outside China later this year, targeting pro photographers and videographers. Specific phone upgrades over the X200 Ultra are still unconfirmed.

Quick Verdict AMD's first foray into bringing "Ryzen AI" processors to standard desktop PCs is a cautious, understated affair. These new chips, essentially repackaged laptop silicon, offer a modest boost for everyday

MWC 2026 kicks off with a flurry of intriguing device announcements, from Xiaomi's premium phones to innovative concepts, alongside an early hands-on with Samsung's latest flagship. A detailed review of the initial news and products.

The Leitz Phone is a Japan-exclusive, ultra-premium smartphone with a massive 1-inch sensor and Leica optics, offering unparalleled photographic capability that rivals the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Its rarity and focus on pure optics make it a coveted device for photography purists, though its limited availability is a significant drawback.

The 'Sparkle and Shine' Masterwork Research in Pokémon Go offers a rare chance to catch shiny Diancie, an incredibly exclusive Pokémon previously distributed only twice globally. Available as part of the ticketed 'Pokémon Go Tour: Kalos' event for $9.99, trainers must first complete 'An X-ceptional Yarn' research.

Amazon Prime Video has unveiled the first look at Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus in the upcoming God of War TV series. Production is officially underway, with the initial image recreating an iconic, emotional scene from the 2018 game. While the visuals are faithful, fans are buzzing with both excitement and cautious optimism.
Netflix is blurring the lines between podcasts and TV talk shows with its new video-first \

In 2025, US solar power generation achieved a significant milestone, growing by 35% to surpass hydroelectricity for the first time. Despite this renewable surge, overall electricity demand increased by 2.8%, leading to an unexpected 13% rise in coal consumption due to complex market dynamics affecting natural gas. Looking ahead, 2026 is projected to see substantial additions in solar and wind capacity, aiming to further integrate renewables into the national grid.

Finnish startup Donut Lab has released the first independent test results for its production-ready, solid-state battery. Conducted by the state-owned VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, the evaluation focused on charging speed and the battery's thermal behavior. This disclosure aims to address skepticism surrounding Donut Lab's claims of a major battery breakthrough.

The Seattle Mariners participated in the first in-game test of MLB's new Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System during their Spring Training opener, winning the game but losing their initial challenge. Powered by T-Mobile's 5G network and Hawk-Eye technology, the system allows players to dispute umpire calls, aiming to blend human judgment with technological precision in Major League Baseball.

Microsoft Gaming sees a major leadership shift as Phil Spencer departs after 12 years. Asha Sharma, with a diverse background in AI, Instacart, and Meta, takes over as CEO. Her first memo outlines a commitment to "the return of Xbox" and expansion into "new categories and markets" focused on player value.

NASA successfully completed a comprehensive wet dress rehearsal for its Artemis 2 moon mission, bringing the countdown to T-minus 29 seconds. This critical test, involving the Space Launch System rocket and Orion capsule, is a major step towards the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. Mission managers will now review the data to approve the final go-ahead, with March 6 targeted for liftoff.
Apple is set to host its first hardware event of 2024 on March 4, where new iPads and MacBooks, potentially including colorful entry-level models and M5-powered Pros, are expected. Simultaneously, Google's Pixel 10a launches March 5 with impressive midrange specs, and Netflix prepares for its inaugural live MMA fight in May.

Google Gemini 3.1 Pro first impressions: a 'Deep Think Mini' with adjustable reasoning on demand For three months, Google's Gemini 3 Pro stood as a leading frontier model. However, in the rapidly evolving AI landscape,