Young People Can’t Get Jobs, But AI Isn’t to Blame
Young people are facing a brutal job market, but a new report argues AI isn’t the culprit. The real issue is that companies across the board have simply stopped hiring at recessionary levels.
Category: Business
Apple’s Old Guard Exits as a New CEO Frontrunner Emerges
Apple is in the midst of a major leadership transition. Key executives are retiring or being poached, while hardware chief John Ternus is positioned as the likely next CEO. The changes come as Apple faces intense pressure in AI and spatial computing.
A 180-Year-Old Light Assumption Was Just Proven Wrong
For 180 years, scientists thought the Faraday effect was all about light’s electric field. New research shows its magnetic field is a major player, contributing up to 70% of the effect. This could lead to new ways of controlling data in memory and quantum computers.
NetApp’s Channel Chief Exits After Four Years
Jenni Flinders, NetApp’s senior VP of the global partner organization, has left the company after four years. Her departure comes less than two months after NetApp hired Kristine Wedum from rival Pure Storage to lead its Americas channels.
Microsoft 365 price hikes are coming in 2026
Microsoft has announced price increases for many of its Microsoft 365 commercial plans, effective July 1, 2026. The hikes are attributed to expanded AI, security, and management capabilities. Some plans, like Business Premium, will stay the same, while others see significant jumps.
Samsung’s Left Hand Won’t Sell RAM to Its Right Hand
A wild report from Korea suggests Samsung’s own semiconductor division is refusing to supply its consumer electronics arm with RAM unless it pays sky-high prices. Samsung has flatly denied the internal dispute, but the underlying market chaos is undeniable. AI companies are vacuuming up memory, send
Samsung’s Tablet Stagnation and the TriFold’s Long Shot
Samsung’s tablet market share stagnated in Q3 2025 despite a lineup refresh, while Apple’s iPad shipments grew. The new Galaxy Z TriFold is a wild card, but its initial limited release means it won’t move the needle soon.
Wall Street Cheers as Meta Reportedly Slashes Metaverse Budget
Meta’s stock popped 5% on news it may cut its metaverse budget by up to 30%. Wall Street analysts see this as a crucial move toward financial discipline, freeing up billions for AI. Price targets suggest 20-69% upside from here.
ASUS Wants $3,340 To Replace a “Cracked” RTX 5090
ASUS reportedly denied a warranty claim for an RTX 5090 Astral graphics card after finding a microscopic “surface irregularity.” They then offered to replace it for $3,340, or $1,670 with a 50% discount. The situation highlights the often murky and frustrating world of hardware RMAs.
Microsoft 365 is getting a major price hike in 2026
Microsoft is raising prices for its commercial Microsoft 365 and Office 365 plans starting July 1, 2026. The company is bundling over 1,100 new AI and security features into core plans to justify the increase.