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Ransomware groups are using "post-quantum" hype to intimidate victims
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kyber, first observed in circulation as early as September, takes its name from the alternate designation of ML-KEM (Module-Lattice-based Key Encapsulation Mechanism). The algorithm, standardized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is part of a broader effort to prepare encryption systems for a future in which quantum computers...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
2027 BMW 7 Series gets new battery with increased range and super-fast DC charging
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The two new all-electric models include the BMW i7 50 xDrive and BMW i7 60 xDrive, each featuring a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain. The former is powered by a 449 hp motor producing 487 lb-ft of torque, while the latter features a 536 hp motor delivering 549 lb-ft of torque.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Microsoft rolls out Copilot "vibe working" mode for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Microsoft introduced Copilot's agent mode in 2025, promising customers new "intelligent" ways to streamline document creation while large language models handle much of the work. The feature is now generally available across at least three applications in the Microsoft 365 suite, reflecting Microsoft's broader push to embed AI more deeply...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Mercedes all-new C-Class electric sedan is a rolling tech demo with hyperscreens
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Inside, the C-Class EV centers on large digital displays and interface design. A full-width digital layout dominates the cabin, anchored by what Mercedes-Benz calls the Superscreen as standard equipment. A more advanced Hyperscreen setup is available as an option, integrating multiple displays into a single continuous glass surface. The system...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Intel's stock is back to near-record highs as AI boom moves beyond GPUs
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The company reported $13.6 billion in revenue for the quarter, up 7% year over year and well above analyst expectations. Intel also raised its current-quarter revenue guidance to between $13.8 billion and $14.8 billion, exceeding the roughly $13 billion analysts had projected.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Xbox may be working on an even cheaper Game Pass, and possible Netflix bundle
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The developer(s) of Better xCloud, a third-party plug-in that adds numerous features to Xbox Cloud Gaming, recently uncovered code suggesting that Microsoft plans to introduce at least one more Xbox Game Pass subscription plan. While no pricing information for the new tier is available, and Microsoft has not announced anything,...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Samsung workers threaten strike, demand share of $38 billion AI memory windfall
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Samsung's memory business is central to the current upswing in the chip market. Alongside SK Hynix and Micron, the company is one of the three major producers of DRAM and high-bandwidth memory (HBM). These chips are now critical for AI training and inference systems, where memory bandwidth has become as...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Weak IoT security could make EV chargers vulnerable to mass shutdowns
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Public EV chargers, shared e-bikes, and rental scooters share a common problem: they are unattended, app-controlled devices deployed in public, potentially letting anyone inspect the hardware and mobile software.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced adds ray tracing, reworked combat, and handheld support
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The company has rebuilt Black Flag's graphics from the ground up using the latest version of its Anvil engine, likely reusing technology from last year's entry, Assassin's Creed Shadows. The visuals incorporate micropolygons, physically based rendering, advanced water simulation, ray-traced global illumination, and RT reflections.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
OpenAI debuts GPT 5.5, Nvidia gave early access to 10,000 employees through Codex
Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Codex now runs on GPT-5.5 hosted on Nvidia's GB200 NVL72 rack-scale systems. Nvidia says the systems deliver 35x lower cost per million tokens and 50x higher token output per second per megawatt than prior-generation systems, economics it argues make frontier-model inference viable at enterprise scale.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »