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Topgolf saved over $11.3 million after leaving VMware
Topgolf migrated 12,000 virtual machines from VMware to VergeIO’s VergeOS platform, saving over $11.3 million in infrastructure costs while avoiding a 400 percent cost increase under Broadcom’s ownership.
The power of AI is worrying senior Labour figures – as is the fear of ‘falling behind the public’
Senior Labour figures are increasingly concerned about artificial intelligence threats, with government officials warning of concentrated power in bad actors’ hands and risks from hacking and bioweapons.
One million UK people who have never smoked are now vapers
Over one million people in the UK who have never smoked are now vapers, up from 940,000 in 2024, while smoking rates continue declining to 4.9 million adults.
NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds
An NHS inquiry warns of impending system failures as demand for mental health, ADHD, and autism care surges, with over 800,000 people awaiting diagnoses and diagnoses rising dramatically.
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Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
Fujifilm introduced the Instax Pal 2, a pocket-sized digital camera featuring a 10-megapixel sensor, optical viewfinder, and LCD screen, launching in the US later this month for $169.95.
Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI
Meta launches global subscription bundles pairing app subscriptions with AI features, offering tiers for individuals starting at $7.99 monthly and business options up to $499.
Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber
Light is adding rideshare integration to its minimalist phones, allowing users to book Uber and Lyft rides directly through a new tool while maintaining the device’s philosophy of minimal notifications.
Kia’s electric van lineup is getting more interesting with reveal of PV7
Kia unveiled its PV7 electric van this week, the second model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle lineup. The longer van offers passenger and cargo variants with advanced battery technology and an eye-catching design.
The U.S. is trying to reduce its reliance on China for batteries. Here’s what it’s up against
The Trump administration awarded $500 million in battery technology funding this August, but analysts say it falls far short of the billions needed to reduce U.S. dependence on China’s dominant battery supply chain.
Wealthy investors seek oil and gas assets, but bargains are scarce
Wealthy investors are increasingly targeting oil and gas assets, but strong competition from institutional investors and private equity firms is limiting deal availability at favorable valuations.
25 years after 9/11, the U.S. starts rolling back travel restrictions, from liquids to gate access
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the U.S. is gradually easing airport security measures including shoe removal and liquid restrictions through improved scanning technology and trusted traveler programs.
US borrowing costs hit 5% for first time since 2023 amid bond sell-off
US 10-year Treasury yields reached 5% for the first time since 2023 as Middle East tensions and soaring oil prices triggered a global bond market sell-off amid mounting inflation concerns.
Pubs, hotels and gyms in Wales to get 30% business rates cut
Wales announced a 30% cut in business rates for pubs, hotels, and cinemas starting April 2027, funded by increased rates on highest-value properties.
Bank of England urged to slow or halt bond-selling to slash UK borrowing costs
Economists urge the Bank of England to reduce its bond-selling program, which has already cost the government billions of pounds and pushed UK borrowing costs to multi-decade highs.
Scrap windfall tax on oil and gas firms early, North Sea industry urges
North Sea oil and gas industry urges Labour to scrap windfall tax three years early, citing energy security concerns as winter approaches with expected high energy bills.
Jaguar Land Rover in talks to sell Defender to Nato countries
Jaguar Land Rover is pursuing military contracts with NATO countries and bidding for a UK defence ministry contract worth £900m to supply revamped Defender vehicles to armed forces worldwide.