South Korea has announced a new domestic production tax credit as part of its 2026 tax reform, aiming to bolster local supply chains for renewable energy, semiconductors, and AI components, with regional incentives to promote investment outside Seoul. South Korea…
Lenovo launches a new 16-inch IdeaPad Slim 3i in select markets, offering upgraded performance and display options, with a wider global release anticipated later this year. Lenovo has added another 16-inch laptop to its IdeaPad Slim range, this time built…
Acer Japan launches three new 16-inch Nitro V 16 AI gaming laptops featuring AMD’s Ryzen AI 7 450 processor, high-refresh displays, and cutting-edge AI functions aimed at gamers and content creators alike. Acer Japan is adding three new 16-inch Nitro…
HTCMania’s forum transforms from a discussion hub into a sprawling index, showcasing the evolution of mobile devices from recent foldables to legacy ecosystems, reflecting the enduring passion and archival nature of mobile fandom. HTCMania’s forum front page reads less like…
Microsoft has introduced Agent Plugins 1.0, an open specification that standardises packaging for AI skills, enhancing interoperability across multiple AI tools and fostering broader industry support. Microsoft has moved its VS Code agent plugin format closer to a broader industry…
A growing number of apps on the Apple App Store employ inventive ways, from physical tasks to habit-building tools, to help users reduce their iPhone addiction without sacrificing essential functions, signalling a shift in digital self-control strategies. Too much iPhone…
California’s new AI Transparency Act, coming into effect alongside EU measures, marks a significant step towards standardised disclosure requirements for AI-generated visual and audio content, with wide-reaching legal and operational implications. California’s AI Transparency Act is now in force, and…
Lenovo climbs to fifth place in Gartner’s 2026 ranking, driven by its AI-integrated iChain platform that accelerates decision-making and optimises supply chain operations, signalling a shift towards more autonomous networks across global logistics. Lenovo has climbed to its highest-ever position…
Major wearable makers are transforming wrist and ring devices into comprehensive health platforms integrating biometric data with artificial intelligence, as regulatory challenges and market segmentation reshape the landscape of consumer health technology. Wearable makers are pushing well beyond step counts…
India’s Reserve Bank introduces a cautious framework allowing limited smartphone locking for financed devices in default cases, balancing recovery needs with borrower protections amidst wider lending reforms. India’s central bank has opened the door to a tightly limited form of…
