Tim Cook will step down as Apple’s CEO and will be replaced by John Ternus.

Apple has confirmed a historic leadership shift: Tim Cook will step down as CEO, with John Ternus set to take over the role starting September 1, 2026. The decision follows what the company described as a long-term succession plan approved unanimously by its board. Cook, who has led Apple since 2011, will remain involved as executive chairman, ensuring continuity during…

Amazon Acquires Globalstar to Expand Mobile Satellite Connectivity

Amazon has confirmed its acquisition of Globalstar, marking a significant expansion of its satellite ambitions. The deal will integrate Globalstar’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites into Amazon’s growing Project Kuiper ecosystem. A key outcome of the acquisition is the acceleration of direct-to-device (D2D) capabilities, enabling standard smartphones to connect directly to satellites for messaging, calls, and data services. The move…

XChat Officially Launches as Standalone Messaging App

XChat has officially appeared on the App Store, signaling a full rollout of X’s new dedicated messaging platform. The app, developed by X (formerly Twitter), is expected to launch globally for iPhone and iPad users on April 17, 2026. XChat introduces end-to-end encryption as a core feature, positioning itself alongside privacy-focused competitors like WhatsApp and Signal. The app also includes…

Opinion: Why Publicis Is Betting Big on Big Tech AI

Publicis Groupe has made a calculated move: align closely with Microsoft instead of competing against it. This decision reflects a broader industry reality. Building proprietary AI platforms is expensive, slow, and increasingly difficult to scale. Meanwhile, hyperscalers like Microsoft are investing hundreds of billions into infrastructure, tools, and enterprise ecosystems. By leveraging Azure, Copilot, and Microsoft’s data platforms, Publicis avoids…

Bitcoin’s Identity Crisis: Store of Value or Risk Asset?

In 2025, Bitcoin continued to dominate headlines—but not always for the reasons investors expected. Despite reaching a record high above $120,000, the asset struggled to maintain momentum and ended the year with only modest performance. The CoinDesk Research report highlights a key shift: Bitcoin is increasingly behaving like a high-beta tech asset rather than a traditional hedge like gold. During…

Court Ruling Forces Netflix to Refund Millions of Subscribers in Italy

A major legal decision in Italy is putting pressure on Netflix after a Rome court ruled that years of subscription price increases were незаконны. The ruling covers hikes implemented between 2017 and 2024, which judges found were not properly justified in customer contracts. According to the decision, companies must clearly explain the conditions under which pricing can change. In this…

AI Demand Keeps Memory Prices Elevated Despite Retail Slowdown

The memory market is showing a divergence between retail and enterprise pricing. While DDR5 modules have become more accessible in certain regions, Samsung continues to secure higher contract prices from large-scale buyers. Reports indicate a 30% increase in contract pricing compared to the previous quarter, signaling strong demand from AI-driven data centers. These facilities rely heavily on high-bandwidth memory, which…

Starlink Satellite Breaks Apart, Producing Tens of Trackable Objects

A satellite operated by SpaceX under its Starlink program has broken apart in orbit following what the company describes as an anomaly. The incident resulted in the loss of communication with the spacecraft and the appearance of multiple debris fragments. Tracking data from radar networks indicated the sudden formation of dozens of objects near the satellite’s orbital path. Experts monitoring…

Spotify Unveils SongDNA to Reveal Hidden Music Connections

Spotify has launched a new feature called SongDNA, designed to show listeners the hidden creative network behind their favorite tracks. Rolling out globally to Premium users, the feature is integrated directly into the Now Playing screen on mobile devices. By tapping SongDNA, users can explore songwriters, producers, samples, and collaborations that contributed to a track. The system also allows users…