Despite President Trump’s push for U.S. oil companies to “go in so badly” to Venezuela, the industry is hitting the brakes. Rebuilding the decimated sector could take until 2030 and cost $110 billion, and companies want stability before risking capital.
HP is reviving the keyboard computer with its new EliteBoard G1a. It packs Ryzen AI processors, up to 64GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage into a desktop keyboard. This “Next Gen AI PC” is aimed at commercial users but could hint at a broader comeback.
AMD has officially unveiled the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, claiming it’s the fastest gaming CPU with a 5.6 GHz boost clock. It promises up to 60% faster gaming performance versus Intel’s Core Ultra 9 285K, but availability is set for Q1 2026.
Brazilian mobile banking app PicPay has filed for a U.S. initial public offering, aiming to raise around $500 million. The company, backed by the Batista family, posted a 79% jump in profit for the first nine months of 2025.
According to hands-on reports from CES, Samsung is doubling down on the basics with its new Galaxy Book6 laptops. With claims of 30-hour battery life and major cooling improvements, they might finally be real MacBook rivals.
SanDisk is officially retiring the WD Black and WD Blue SSD names, replacing them with a new Optimus lineup. The transition marks the final step in separating from Western Digital and will roll out through the first half of 2026.
At CES 2026, journalists tried a smart mirror that scans your face for 30 seconds to assess your health and “physiological age.” The $899 device promises a contactless health check, but the experience was a rollercoaster for self-esteem. We break down if this tech is a breakthrough or just hype.
At CES 2026, Hesai announced a massive production ramp as the lidar industry consolidates. The Chinese firm is pushing into robotics and automotive, fueled by demand and collapsing costs that doomed competitors like Luminar.
LG has brought back its Wallpaper TV concept, and this time it’s a fully realized flagship. The OLED evo W6 is just 9 millimeters thick, uses a wireless Zero Connect Box, and features a new Hyper Radiant Color Technology for its brightest picture yet.
JPMorgan is launching a “Special Advisory Services” group to share its internal best practices with key clients. The services, ranging from tech procurement to real estate, will initially be free for select companies. The move formalizes a growing client demand for the bank’s operational know-how.
