OpenZFS 2.4 is out, and it’s a speed demon
OpenZFS 2.4 has officially landed. This update is packed with performance enhancements, particularly for encrypted datasets, and introduces more flexible storage management options for sysadmins.
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Bitso’s $15.6B Payouts Signal a Stablecoin Tipping Point
The B2B arm of crypto firm Bitso is processing billions through Mexico’s instant payment system. Its leadership says the volume is a clear signal that global finance is moving toward stablecoins for cross-border and domestic efficiency.
NHS Tech Provider Hacked, 300GB Claimed Stolen
A U.K. healthcare tech company used by the NHS has been hit by a cyberattack. Hackers claim to have stolen 300 gigabytes of data, though the full impact on patient records is still unknown.
Xbox Hits an All-Time Low in a Brutal November for Consoles
November 2024 was the worst month for U.S. video game hardware sales since 1995, and Xbox was hit hardest. Series console dollar sales crashed 70% year-over-year, setting a new all-time low for Xbox in November. With repeated price hikes and a shift away from exclusives, the brand’s hardware future
5.6 Million People Hit in 700Credit Data Breach
Credit reporting company 700Credit has suffered a major data breach, exposing the sensitive information of 5.6 million people. The breach, discovered on October 25, involved data collected from car dealerships between May and October of 2025.
Senators Probe Tech Giants Over Soaring Electricity Bills
A Senate probe led by Elizabeth Warren is demanding answers from seven major tech companies about their data center energy use. The senators allege secretive deals and lobbying are forcing Americans to subsidize the AI boom’s massive power demands.
The Memory Shortage Isn’t Ending Soon. Here’s Why.
A new report suggests the global memory shortage is far from over. AI PCs and insatiable data center demand are creating a perfect storm that could keep prices high and supplies tight for years.
Google’s Health Connect Gets a Simpler, Slightly Dumber Redesign
Google is quietly redesigning the Health Connect hub in Android. The update prioritizes showing your connected apps but removes icons and buries some menus, which might not be an upgrade for everyone.
Oracle’s $50 Billion Bet on AI’s Next Big Thing
Oracle’s Larry Ellison is making a massive bet that the future of AI isn’t just training on public data, but reasoning on private corporate data. To seize this opportunity, the company is projecting a staggering $50 billion in capital expenditures. This extreme spending is a direct challenge to the
Equinix Plans Massive 150MW Data Center Campus Near Amsterdam
Colocation giant Equinix is reportedly planning a massive new data center campus in the Netherlands. The 150MW, €1.5 billion project in Lelystad will be built in phases through 2028/2029.