Meta’s virtual reality division, Reality Labs, posted staggering losses of $19.1 billion in 2025. CEO Mark Zuckerberg expects losses in 2026 to be similar, even as the company shifts focus and cuts staff.
The explosive growth of data centers is directly driving a massive expansion of natural gas power plants in the US. This new infrastructure could increase the national gas fleet by nearly 50%, with major implications for greenhouse gas emissions.
WhatsApp is launching a powerful new optional security feature called Strict Account Settings. It automatically blocks files from strangers, hides your online status, and silences unknown calls. This is a big shift from the app’s usual focus on universal connectivity.
Apple’s iOS 26 introduced a new ‘Screen Unknown Senders’ filter for Messages to combat spam. But the default setup is so restrictive you might miss important texts. A simple tweak to the notification settings fixes everything.
US law enforcement has seized the dark web domains of the RAMP forum, a key hub for ransomware gangs. An alleged operator confirmed the takedown, but said his “core business” of buying access remains unchanged.
Pixel owners are finally getting the January 2026 security update after weeks of delays and mysterious disappearances. Reports suggest the 3.3GB update for the Pixel 10 Pro may also resolve connectivity issues that plagued earlier installs.
The Department of Energy has quietly rewritten its nuclear safety rulebook, removing requirements and raising radiation exposure limits. The changes apply to reactors built on federal property and were made without public input.
According to Reuters, Tesla is planning a massive capital expenditure of over $20 billion in 2025, more than double last year’s spending. The investment will pivot away from traditional EVs, ending Model S and X production to focus on fully autonomous Cybercabs, Optimus humanoid robots, and battery
According to The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. economy is showing surprising strength in productivity and capital investment. The column also covers regulatory debates, a new Canada-China partnership drawing Trump’s ire, and a bizarre archaeological discovery.
Blizzard is kicking off 2026 with a rapid-fire series of showcases for its biggest franchises. The events start this Friday with World of Warcraft and run through February 11th for Diablo’s 30th anniversary.
