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Meta Burned $19 Billion on VR in 2025 and 2026 Won’t Be Much Better

Meta’s bet on virtual reality and the metaverse has been one of the most talked-about strategic shifts in tech over the past half decade. But according to the company’s latest earnings report, Reality Labs – the division behind VR hardware, software, and immersive experiences — lost about $19.1 billion in 2025, and executives expect losses […]

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Nearly 40% of African startup funding now comes from local investors

There’s a remarkable shift happening in Africa’s tech investment landscape. According to recent data from research firm Briter, local investors now account for almost 40 percent of all tech startup funding on the continent, up significantly from about 25 percent just a few years ago. This change is shaping a more resilient and context-driven startup

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Is This the End of ASUS Phones? What the Latest Reports Reveal About the Company’s Mobile Future

ASUS has not been a mainstream phone brand in terms of sales volumes like Samsung, Apple, or even Xiaomi. But it earned respect among tech enthusiasts for a few reasons: Over the years, both lines earned a loyal, if niche, following — especially among gamers and Android aficionados. What the New Reports Are Saying According

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Trump Administration Acknowledges Possible Misuse of Social Security Data by DOGE Team

Trump Administration Acknowledges Possible Misuse of Social Security Data by DOGE TeamNew Court Filing Raises Privacy and Oversight Questions The U.S. government has admitted in a recent court filing that members of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) may have accessed and potentially mishandled sensitive Social Security Administration (SSA) data during their work inside the

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OpenAI Backs Sam Altman’s Brain-Computer Startup Merge Labs

A Strategic Bet on the Next Frontier in Human-AI Interaction OpenAI is making a bold move into brain-computer interface technology by investing in Merge Labs, the startup co-founded by former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. This is not just another venture round headline. It marks a significant moment in the convergence of artificial intelligence and human

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Netflix’s First Original Video Podcasts Are Here, Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin Lead the Charge

Netflix is taking another step into original audio–visual content with its first wave of Netflix Original video podcasts, and the lineup is already turning heads. The streaming giant announced two flagship shows featuring Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin, signaling a bigger push into a format that blends long-form conversation, personality-led storytelling, and visual production values

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Wing to Expand Drone Delivery to 150 More Walmart Stores

Wing’s partnership with Walmart first launched in select locations to test how practical drone delivery could be for everyday consumers. The service lets customers order items like groceries, household essentials, and small electronics through the Walmart app and have them delivered by drone in as little as 30 minutes. Those early pilots didn’t just prove

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