Discord delays global age checks, promises more transparency

Discord pushes back global age verification amid privacy concerns, pledging more transparency, better safeguards, and a revised rollout later in 2026.

U.S. Introduces New Cybersecurity Rules for Defense Suppliers

The U.S. government announced new cybersecurity rules for defense contractors on Feb 23, 2026, boosting national security but raising cost concerns for small suppliers.

Wall Street Faces Turbulence as Investors Worry About AI's Effect on Big Tech

Wall Street faced losses as AI disruption fears hit tech stocks like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Alphabet. All eyes are on upcoming earnings from Alphabet and Amazon.

Apple Explores Foldable iPhones as Flip and Book-Style Designs Surface

Apple is developing its first foldable iPhone, testing book-style and flip designs ahead of a premium 2026 launch that could reshape the smartphone market

OpenAI urges U.S. to expand Chips Act tax credit for AI infrastructure

OpenAI is urging the U.S. government to expand the tax credit under the Chips Act to cover AI infrastructure — including servers, data-centers and grid components — in a bid to strengthen America’s artificial-intelligence leadership

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) unveils strategy to lead the $1-trillion compute market

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) unveiled a bold strategy to lead the $1 trillion compute market—targeting revenue growth of ≥35% CAGR, data-center revenue growth of >60%, and non-GAAP EPS exceeding $20 within the next three to five years.

U.S. Launches “Technology Prosperity Deals” with Japan & South Korea

The U.S. has signed landmark “Technology Prosperity Deals” with Japan and South Korea to deepen collaboration on AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, space, 6G and fusion energy—aligning innovation, standards and national-security goals.

Tech giants vow to defend U.S. users against government spyware threats

Major tech firms – including Apple and WhatsApp – have pledged to alert U.S. users if government-linked spyware targets their devices, signaling a growing battle over digital surveillance and civil liberties.

Tech stocks feel heat amid valuation concerns and AI hype

Tech stocks are falling because people are worried about high prices and the growing buzz around AI. Investors are changing their minds about how major companies will do because of stretched multiples and changing attitudes.