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Oracle Loses Health Unit Leaders With Ellison’s Bet Struggling
Oracle Corp.’s health records division has lost multiple senior leaders in recent months while the company works to modernize its software in the face of steep customer loses.
South African Factory Outlook Dims as Business Activity Softens
South African manufacturing sentiment soured slightly in February as business activity weakened and employment declined.
Hands-on: Motorola Razr Fold’s software is halfway between Pixel and Samsung [Gallery]
Motorola's new Razr Fold is coming soon, and the software has been revealed with an in-between of Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy.
EKU Bounces Back with 3-0 Shutout After Falling to Pitt
RICHMOND, Ky. — The Eastern Kentucky University softball team closed out the weekend with a split, dropping its first game to Pittsburgh before responding with a 3-0 shutout win over SIUE.
LexisNexis exec says investors' AI fears are misguided
A top executive at the legal-software provider said Wall Street's anxiety over AI is misguided.
Sebastopol business Soft Medicine Sanctuary closes
Owners announced Saturday will be the business’ final day after the wellness collective said it had ousted its founding majority owner amid allegations of abuse and financial concerns.
High school baseball and softball: Friday's scores
CIF City and Southern Section scores from baseball and softball games on Friday, Feb. 27.
The first animals on Earth had no skeletons and that changes everything
Sponges may be ancient, but their timeline has been murky. New research suggests the earliest sponges were soft and skeleton-free, explaining why their fossils don’t appear until much later. By analyzing hundreds of genes and modeling how skeletons evolved, scientists found that mineralized spicules arose separately in different sponge lineages. The discovery rewrites the story of how the first reef-building animals—and possibly the first animals of all—emerged.
Echoing RFK, Dr. Casey Means softens her social media persona in surgeon general bid
Means once said that birth control had “horrifying health risks” and newborns shouldn’t get hepatitis B vaccines. She adopted a more measured tone at Wednesday's Senate hearing.
Flutter Entertainment Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) reported a strong fourth quarter to close out what CEO Peter Jackson described as a “transformative” 2025, while management also acknowledged softer-than-expected U.S. handle trends tied to unusually high NFL betting margins and the company’s promotional timing. Fo
Microsoft testing Windows 11 batch file security improvements
Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 Insider Preview builds that improve security and performance during batch file or CMD script execution.
Engadget Podcast: Xbox's leadership shakeup and Samsung's Galaxy S26
This week, we're diving into the big changes at Xbox and what it all means for Microsoft's gaming future.
OpenAI just closed a $110 billion funding round
OpenAI announced it secured a $110 billion investment from Nvidia, Amazon, and SoftBank.
A cheap MacBook is the perfect way for Apple to win over Windows users
Microsoft is weak, a cheap MacBook could easily tempt over people tired of Windows.
Microsoft’s “Copilot Tasks” AI uses its own computer to get things done
A copilot for your busywork.
Sebastopol business owner ousted after allegations of sexual assault, financial coercion surface
Jonathan Pinkston, an owner of Soft Medicine Sanctuary in Sebastopol, has been ousted from the business after allegations of assault and financial coercion.
Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue
Ford recalls 4.3 million vehicles over a software problem that could cause trailer brake failure and a loss of exterior lights when towing.
NATO approves the iPhone and iPad for classified use
Apple says they were certified without requiring any special software or settings.
Tune in to The Division’s 10th Anniversary Celebration March 3
Tom Clancy’s The Division is turning ten this year, and we’re throwing a tenth anniversary celebration.
Softball Pitcher Finds Perfect Balance in Medical Laboratory Science Program
Senior Kylee Graham, a transfer student from Florida, has excelled on the mound as and in the lab thanks to a supportive community of faculty and coaches.
Salesforce issues soft outlook amid concerns about AI’s threat to software
San Francisco group projects revenue could be short of Wall Street’s expectations
Frequently Distracted? Science Says, Blame It on Your Brain Rhythms
Researchers at the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester find that you may not be as focused as you think. A new study discovers our attention shifts multiple times each second.
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Samsung is cloning Pixel features for the Galaxy AI suite on S26
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has gained a few software functions and features being lifted right from Pixel phones
New App Detects the Radio Fingerprint of Smart Glasses and Warns You When Someone Is Using Them Nearby
Yves Jeanrenaud is a scholar and amateur software developer behind Nearby Glasses, an open-source smart glasses detection app.
Ex-Microsoft games leader not worried new Xbox CEO has no games experience
After Microsoft approved Xbox, it was up to Ed Fries, former head of Microsoft Game Studios, to build the games for it. We get his take on the new Xbox CEO.
Best Sole Trader Accounting Software (2026): Sage Awarded for Simplicity and Compliance in the UK by Better Business Advice
Sage has been recognised by Better Business Advice for its accounting software designed for UK sole traders, highlighting its role in helping individuals manage bookkeeping, meet HMRC requirements, and maintain accurate financial records in a changing regulatory environment.
High school baseball and softball: Tuesday's scores
Check out Tuesday's high school baseball and softball scores.
Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool
Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality.
Exclusive: Talking to new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty — "This team has brought it back before, and I'm here to help us do it again."
As former Xbox CEO Phil Spencer prepares to exit, we caught up with incoming CEO Asha Sharma and newly promoted CCO Matt Booty to learn about what the future holds for Microsoft's gaming operation.
Why did AI ‘science fiction’ spur market panic? We asked a behavioral-finance expert to find out.
Amid high AI valuations and fears of software displacement, a blog post from Citrini Research ignited a selloff as investors tried to front-run the exit
How Jeffrey Epstein Ingratiated Himself With Top Microsoft Executives
For more than two decades, the convicted sex offender developed a network at the tech giant, making him privy to succession discussions and other business.
The future of Xbox is vague and contradictory, with just a glimmer of hope
What to make of new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma? What is Phil Spencer's legacy? And is there hope for Xbox's future under Microsoft?
Anthropic touts new AI tools weeks after legal plug-in spurred market rout
Artificial intelligence lab Anthropic on Tuesday unveiled 10 new ways for business customers to plug in its technology to key areas of their work, weeks after other releases sparked an aggressive selloff of traditional software company shares.
"Microsoft wants a turnaround and is worried about losing Xbox" - Insider report paints a different picture of Phil Spencer's retirement and Sarah Bond's sudden departure
Could this be a genuine reset and potential comeback?
Pitch deck: Letter AI raises $40M, unveils new sales software feature
Letter AI raised $40 million four months after its Series A, underscoring investor appetite for AI tools aimed at reshaping sales.
Monday Southern California high school baseball and softball scores
Check out Monday's Southern California high school baseball and softball scores.
'Xbox Is Being Sunsetted' — Seamus Blackley, One of the Creators of Xbox, Thinks Recent Shakeup Spells the End for Microsoft's Gaming Business
Amid the official statements and many tweets that followed one of the biggest shakeups ever at Xbox, one of its creators believes Microsoft’s true plan is to bring its gaming business to an end.
Microsoft says bug in classic Outlook hides the mouse pointer
Microsoft is investigating a known issue that causes the mouse pointer to disappear in the classic Outlook desktop email client for some users.
New Microsoft gaming chief has "no tolerance for bad AI"
But Asha Sharma faces scrutiny for lack of gaming experience.
Entertainment Is a Software Industry Now and We Might as Well Get Good at It
The Trade Desk’s SVP of Consumer Products says studios and streamers must evolve their approach and work with trusted partners who share their vision
Who is Asha Sharma? A closer look at Microsoft’s surprise pick to lead the Xbox business
Microsoft's new top gaming exec has the trust of Satya Nadella, a track record running platforms at Facebook, Instacart, and Microsoft's AI division, and a goal to protect Xbox's "renegade spirit." What she doesn't have is gaming industry experience — and the community is watching closely.
New Leadership Team Set to Shape the Next Era of Assassin’s Creed
Today, Vantage Studios, a Ubisoft subsidiary, announced the appointment of three seasoned leaders who will play a pivotal role in driving the Assassin’s Creed brand’s long-term vision.
Ubisoft picks series veterans for new Assassin's Creed leadership team
Three series veterans to lead the brand at Tencent-backed subsidiary Vantage Studios
New cardiology-OB-GYN continuing education to launch with $1 million gift from leading media voice on health Dr. Jennifer Ashton and husband Tom Werner
Embargoed until 1pm ET, Monday, February 23, 2026 DALLAS, Feb. 23, 2026 — The American Heart Association today announced a bold new initiative designed to transform how clinicians identify and treat cardiovascular risk in midlife women. The...
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma pledges "no bad AI" at Xbox
Sharma says "AI has long been part of gaming and will continue to be" but that "great stories are created by humans"
'Beep Boop Beep Boop': New Xbox Boss Asha Sharma Hits Back at Claim Her Social Media Account Is Run by AI, and Posts Her Gamertag
Microsoft's new gaming boss Asha Sharma has begun chatting on social media with Xbox fans — and responding to comments regarding her perceived lack of gaming knowledge and background in AI.
iOS 26.3.1 Update for iPhones Coming Soon as 'Apple Experience' Nears
Apple's software engineers are testing iOS 26.3.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions. iOS 26.3.1 should be a minor update that fixes bugs and/or security vulnerabilities, and it will likely be released within the next two weeks. Last month, Apple released iOS 26.2.1 with bug fixes and support for the second-generation AirTag.
UNM Researchers Link Heavy Wildfire Smoke Exposure to Poorer Mental Health Measures
University of New Mexico researchers report that acute exposure to wildfire smoke filled with ultrafine PM 2.5 particles is associated with poorer outcomes on mental health measures.
Extensive Samsung Galaxy S26 leak confirms key hardware and software features
No surprises left
Ultrafast quantum chemistry engine could speed up the development of new medicines and materials
The powerful software can reduce the time needed to simulate reactions with large molecules from weeks to just minutes.
Xbox's Sarah Bond Issues Statement On Her Departure From Microsoft
"This is the right time for me to take my next step"
Prep softball preview: Norco looks for a repeat performance
The Cougars return pitchers Coral Williams and Peyton May as well as plenty of sluggers. Trinity League powers Orange Lutheran and JSerra are among the contenders.
The A.I. Evangelists on a Mission to Shake Up Japan
Team Mirai, a political party founded by software engineers, won 11 seats in Japan’s legislature by promising chatbots, self-driving buses and high-tech jobs.
New Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma says “hear you” to complaints about a lack of Xbox exclusives.
Over the last few years, Microsoft has been bringing its big exclusive franchises to rival platforms like PlayStation and Switch. Satya Nadella even said he wanted to “get rid of” console exclusives — that might not be a great move. But the new Xbox boss seems open to the idea that the console’s identity hinges on exclusives. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-21-at-4.17.14%E2%80%AFPM.png?quality=90&strip=all]
Softball finishes weekend 3-1 at ASB Sports Complex Classic
SIOUX CENTER, IOWA – Valley City State University softball split their final day at the ASB Sports Complex Classic on Saturday, Feb. 21. VCSU started the day with an 11-3 run-rule win after five innings over Doane University. Later during the noon game, the Vikings saw their first loss of the weekend, falling 8-1 to #17 Northwestern College Iowa.
Prep baseball/softball roundup: Sophomore Auron Blackledge has impressive debut for Calabasas
In his varsity debut, the second baseman gets three hits, including a home run in his first at-bat, and had three RBIs in Calabasas' defeat of Castaic.
New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma on What Makes a ‘Great Game,’ Having ‘No Tolerance for Bad AI’ and Replacing Phil Spencer
It's the dawn of a new era for Xbox. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma discusses "great games," not tolerating "bad AI" and replacing Phil Spencer.
Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer steps down after 38 years with company
Microsoft CoreAI exec Asha Sharma will take over in surprise executive shake-up.
Xbox head Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft
Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, is retiring and will be replaced by Asha Sharma, a Microsoft executive currently overseeing AI products.
Read Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma’s first memo on the future of Xbox
She’s promising “The return of Xbox.”
Xbox chief Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft
Xbox president Sarah Bond is also leaving Microsoft.
Xbox Shake-Up: Phil Spencer Exiting as CEO of Microsoft Games Group, Asha Sharma Set as Successor
Phil Spencer is retiring as Microsoft Gaming CEO after nearly 40 years with the Xbox owner.
Spring sports roundup: St. Paul’s rolls past Spanish Fort in baseball opener
Check out the highlights from baseball, softball, soccer and tennis this week.
Ubisoft confirms a lot of new Far Cry and Assassin's Creed games are in development
Ubisoft has not one, but two Far Cry games currently in development.
Ubisoft Confirms Two Far Cry Games are in Development and 'Multiple' Assassin's Creed Titles
In a new interview, Ubisoft Co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot has confirmed that two new Far Cry projects and multiple Assassin's Creed games are in development.
Xbox Drops 5 Limited-Time Free Games, Includes 2025 AAA Hit
Microsoft has launched the latest Free Play Days event on Xbox, dropping 5 free games with the line-up, including a AAA 2025 hit.
Ubisoft CEO Explains Three-Year Plan to Revamp Game Publisher Through New ‘Creative House’ Strategy, More Than $200 Million in Cost Reductions (EXCLUSIVE)
“Assassin’s Creed” publisher Ubisoft is trying to emerge from a rocky few years. CEO Yves Guillemot breaks down the new strategy for success.
Ubisoft is laying off 40 devs at studio working on Splinter Cell remake, but confirms the game is still in production
Ubisoft is laying off 40 employees at its Toronto studio, which is currently working on the company's long-in-the-works Splinter Cell remake.
Ubisoft Toronto impacted by layoffs, 40 roles impacted
Development on Splinter Cell remake and other co-development projects not affected by cuts
Arizona softball beats Boise State at unsettled DeMarini Invitational
The Wildcats’ game against Stanford is due to be rescheduled
At a Glance Gets First Useful Update in Long Time
Pixel’s At a Glance software is getting a couple of fresh tickers, the first we’ve seen in some time. Following the update, Pixel owners who utilize At a Glance will be able to... #AtAGlance #Google
Upcoming Windows 11 update to come with new and useful features
Insiders have been trying out new features that will be rolled out to all other users in the next update for Windows 11 from Microsoft. These include a network speed test integrated into the taskbar.
“Project Silica” Breakthrough Does Little Good for Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT)
Tech giant Microsoft ($MSFT) has been working since 2019 on a new project known as Project Silica, a means to store data on ordinary glass. It turns out that Micros...
Microsoft Copilot Chat error sees confidential emails exposed to AI tool
The company says it has addressed the issue and it "did not provide anyone access to information they weren't already authorised to see".
Exclusive: Microsoft is adding image support to Notepad on Windows 11
Windows Latest has learned that Microsoft is adding image support to Notepad on Windows 11, rolling out soon.
Android security gets aggressive as Google bans thousands of developers and millions of sketchy apps
Google is using AI to block millions of harmful apps, crush scam tactics, and strengthen Play Protect, making Android safer.
Ubisoft Says Don't Worry About Splinter Cell Remake As It Lays Off More Developers
40 devs have been laid off at Watch Dogs, Far Cry studio Ubisoft Toronto
Rivian Adds A Sport Mode To All R1 EVs On The Road
Plus, there’s a dedicated Apple Watch app that allows Gen 1 owners to leave their car key and smartphone at home.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced, now available
Publisher Nintendo and developer Monolith Soft have announced Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. It is available now via Nintendo eShop. Users who own the…
Data Science for Social Good Fellowship comes to Johns Hopkins
The Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence will host graduate students from across the country to deploy data science for social impact
Slash Software Costs: Upgrade Your Business Toolkit With Microsoft Office 2021
Get lifetime access to essential productivity apps for just $34.97.
Jared Sleeper on Which Software Companies Will Survive the SaaSpocalypse
How the software business actually works.
Pitt softball’s Ahmari Braden started her own cosmetics business — and it may be a hit
Ahmari Braden does a little bit of everything for Pitt softball. Last season, she led the team in batting average at a career-best .315, committed only...
Google launches Snapseed camera for iPhone with pro manual controls, retro film
After soft-launching in December, Snapseed for iOS is now officially rolling out its new camera that makes the app more than an image editor.
Microsoft boffins cook up archival storage using Pyrex glass they say can last over 10,000 years
: It may have half the capacity of fused silica glass, but is faster and much cheaper
Microsoft Copilot read confidential emails without permission
Microsoft deployed a fix for the bug, which shows the hazards of using AI in the workplace.
AI platforms can be abused for stealthy malware communication
AI assistants like Grok and Microsoft Copilot with web browsing and URL-fetching capabilities can be abused to intermediate command-and-control (C2) activity.
Microsoft's Glass Chip Holds Terabytes of Data for 10,000 Years
"This will change the way we think about keeping data and archival preservation."
Updated Windows 11 Taskbar Features Built‑in Network Speed Test - Available Now in Preview
Yesterday, Microsoft's insider program debuted Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 (KB5077241). Enjoyers of the Release Preview Channel can play around with some nifty new features and improvements, within the 24H2 (Build 26100) and 25H2 (Build 26200) releases. The North American megacorp's ...
Microsoft Unveils Glass Storage System Lasting 10,000 Years
Project Silica uses femtosecond lasers to encode data into borosilicate glass, storing 4.8 terabytes--roughly two million books--on a single coaster-sized plate.
What AI Means for Software Builders—and Software Business Models
The impact of AI on software is showing up both on the engineering side and in the economics of the industry. Tools that automate coding are altering productivity assumptions, while AI-driven workflows are challenging how providers price and package their products. We asked Deep Research to ...
Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11
A new speed test tool is coming to your taskbar.
Microsoft can now store data for 10,000 years on everyday glass thanks to laser breakthrough
Improvements to the data writing and reading techniques, alongside a new way to store data, mean the technology is more accessible than before.
Microsoft can now store data for 10,000 years on everyday glass thanks to laser breakthrough
Improvements to the data writing and reading techniques, alongside a new way to store data, mean the technology is more accessible than before.
Cramer is looking to nibble on a software stock and bail on a health-care name
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
Windows 11 update causing BSODs and Wi-Fi issues, Microsoft confirms
Fortunately, fixes for these issues have been implemented and are being rolled out to users.