Payments In 2026: The Quiet Revolution Is Coming
The payments landscape is set for a year of fundamental, not flashy, change. According to a new report, technologies seeded in recent years are finally expected to sprout in 2026.
Author: Nathan Cross
Nathan Cross brings a distinct perspective to technology journalism through his specialized focus on industrial computing systems and automation infrastructure. His analytical approach demystifies complex IoT ecosystems and emerging technologies, examining how they transform manufacturing and enterprise operations. With a talent for translating technical specifications into strategic insights, he provides readers with forward-looking analysis of industrial digitalization trends. Cross consistently delivers thought-provoking commentary on the convergence of physical operations and digital innovation.
Cisco’s Zero-Day Nightmare: Chinese Hackers, No Patch
Cisco is warning customers that Chinese state-linked hackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in its email security products. There’s no patch available, and the only current remediation for a compromised device is a complete software rebuild. The campaign has been ongoing since at l
Google’s New RSS Thing Isn’t the Reader Comeback We Wanted
Google has launched a ‘Feeds app’ for Google Chat, letting teams pipe RSS updates into conversations. It’s a practical tool but a far cry from the beloved Google Reader, which was shut down back in 2013.
A Top 2025 Game Just Leaked for Nintendo Switch 2
Dispatch, one of GameSpot’s best games of 2025, has appeared on the Australian Nintendo eShop for both Switch and Switch 2. The listing confirms a January 29 launch and details a free next-gen upgrade with enhanced performance.
Texas Sues Samsung, LG, Sony Over TV Spying Claims
A new lawsuit claims major TV brands are using a hidden feature to spy on viewers. The technology allegedly takes screenshots of your screen twice a second to track your viewing habits without proper consent.
OneNote Finally Fixes Its Annoying Multilingual Spellcheck
Microsoft is adding page-level proofing language controls to OneNote for Windows. The update, rolling out now, aims to end the frustration of spellcheck switching with your keyboard layout.
UK Tech Deal on Life Support, EU Wants Tiny EVs, and Your VPN is Spying
Downing Street insists the $40 billion Tech Prosperity Deal with the US isn’t dead, despite being paused. Meanwhile, the EU is firming up plans for a new class of small, affordable electric cars. In security news, a probe found some “privacy” browser extensions are secretly harvesting and selling us
Mozilla’s New CEO Says Firefox Will Become an “AI Browser”
Mozilla is charting a new course under its incoming leadership. The plan is to evolve Firefox into a “modern AI browser” while doubling down on user trust and transparency.
Databricks Raises Another $4 Billion, Puts IPO on 2026 Radar
Data and AI giant Databricks has raised a staggering $4 billion in new funding, pushing its valuation to $134 billion. CEO Ali Ghodsi suggests a public offering could happen in 2026 as the company accelerates its AI product suite.
Neil Shen Tops China’s VC List Again, But What’s Next?
Neil Shen, founding partner of HSG, has topped Forbes China’s list of the best venture capital investors for an eighth consecutive year. The list, modeled on the U.S. Midas List, highlights investors behind major Chinese tech exits like ByteDance and Shein.