Investments in AI exceed funding of US nuclear weapons technology — Russian official
Investments in generative artificial intelligence in just one year exceeded $450 billion, or about twice the entire expenditure on the Apollo program, Russian Presidential Administration Deputy Chief of Staff Maxim Oreshkin said
Musk v Altman: The most toxic row in tech goes on trial
Musk v Altman: The most toxic row in tech goes on trialJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLily JamaliNorth America technology correspondentWhy Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAIThe bitter feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI boss Sam Altman has raged for years, but has mostly played out online in the form of accusations, counter-accusations and jibes.But starting on Tuesday, the beef between the two tech billionaires will shift to a much higher-profile forum: a federal courtr...
China gives Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta deadline to abort $2 billion Manus deal, tells you have two weeks to …
China has ordered Meta to reverse its $2.5 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus within weeks, citing national security. Beijing claims authority over the Singapore-based firm's China-linked AI technology, demanding the return of assets and data. This move signals a strong warning to Chinese tech founders against exporting sensitive innovations to geopolitical rivals.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller price divides gamers ahead of May launch
Valve's £85 Steam Controller price divides gamers ahead of May launchJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura Cress,Technology reporterandRichard Irvine-Brown,Senior Technology reporterBBCValve has announced its new Steam Controller will be available to order from 4 May, and will cost £85 in the UK and $99 in the US - prices that have raised eyebrows among some gamers.The second generation of the gamepad, it will be compatible with PCs and Valve's handheld console, the Steam De...
Hedge Fund Short Covering Fuels Demand in $5 Billion CATL Deal
Hedge funds bought the bulk of the shares in Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd.’s $5 billion placement, with at least some of the demand driven by traders seeking to cover short positions on the battery maker’s Hong Kong-listed shares, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
Put Older SSDs To Good Use With A Rugged And Affordable USB Enclosure
InnovationConsumer TechPut Older SSDs To Good Use With A Rugged And Affordable USB EnclosureByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorApr 28, 2026, 05:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The new D1 SSD enclosure is designed to be rugged enough to leave the office...
Meet Britain's newest dog breeds! Miniature American Shepherd and Yakutian Laika are officially granted recognition by The Kennel Club - making them the 226th and 227th breeds in the UK
Meet Britain's newest dog breeds! Miniature American Shepherd and Yakutian Laika are officially granted recognition by The Kennel Club - making them the 226th and 227th breeds in the UKREAD MORE: Experts reveal why your pet is suddenly acting up on walksBy SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 09:47, 28 April 2026 | Updated: 09:50, 28 April 2026 e-mail 24 View comments
Russian energy supplies to China reach almost $80 bln in 2025 — ambassador
Igor Morgulov said that a number of large-scale joint projects are being implemented, including in nuclear energy, and close cooperation has been established in the technology sector and on the green agenda
Fortescue’s Mark Barnaba on Iran, Rates and China
Fortescue Deputy Chairman Mark Barnaba speaks to Bloomberg TV about rising costs from the Iran war, China’s growing influence, and the miner's push to replace diesel with renewable energy. Barnaba speaks to Bloomberg's Haslinda Amin exclusively from the Bank of America’s Breakthrough Technology Dialogue Asia Pacific in Singapore. (Source: Bloomberg)
Brain-computer interface firm Gestala on growth plans
Phoenix Peng, co-founder and CEO at Gestala, discusses growing his Chengdu-based ultrasonic brain-computer interface company after recently receiving a $21 million angel round. He speaks with Haslinda Amin from the sidelines of the Bank of America Breakthrough Technology Dialogue APAC. (Source: Bloomberg)
Pony AI CEO James Peng on business strategy, expansion plans
Pony AI co-founder and CEO James Peng says the autonomous driving startup is exploring expansion into Europe, the Middle East, and Singapore. He adds operations have normalized despite the Middle East conflict, citing robust demand. Peng spoke with Haslinda Amin on the sidelines of the Bank of America Breakthrough Technology Dialogue in Singapore. (Source: Bloomberg)
Why Is China Blocking Meta’s Acquisition of Manus?
China has decided to block Meta Platforms Inc.’s $2 billion acquisition of agentic AI startup Manus, a surprise move to unwind a controversial deal that’s drawn fire for the leakage of technology to the US. Bloomberg's Nectar Gan has the latest. (Source: Bloomberg)
Infosys slips out of top 10 valued companies in country
Bengaluru-headquartered Infosys has fallen out of India's top 10 most valued companies, now ranking 11th, while Tata Consultancy Services has dropped to sixth. These shifts have been attributed to artificial intelligence-driven disruptions impacting the business models of major Indian software exporters. The information technology sector saw significant sell-offs on Monday.
Samsung To Release New Free Upgrade To More Galaxy Phones
InnovationConsumer TechSamsung To Release New Free Upgrade To More Galaxy PhonesByJanhoi McGregor,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Janhoi McGregor (jan-eye) is a reporter who covers technology news.Follow AuthorApr 27, 2026, 04:04pm EDTApr 27, 2026, 04:06pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Samsung is continuing its One UI 8.5 rollout to millions of Gala...
‘Rugrats: Retro Rewind’ Might Be Worth It For This One Real Classic
InnovationGaming‘Rugrats: Retro Rewind’ Might Be Worth It For This One Real ClassicByMitch Wallace,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about video games, technology and pop culture.Follow AuthorApr 27, 2026, 04:03pm EDTApr 27, 2026, 04:18pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Rugrats: Search for ReptarCredit: Limited Run GamesLimited Run is gathering six ret...
Human origins rewritten after major DNA breakthrough
Human origins rewritten after major DNA breakthroughHave a story? Email stacy.liberatore@dailymail.com By STACY LIBERATORE, US SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 18:38, 27 April 2026 | Updated: 20:28, 27 April 2026 e-mail 68 View comments
China Blocks $2 Billion Meta Deal in AISector
Fez – China has blocked a planned $2 billion acquisition by Meta of the artificial intelligence startup Manus, with the move reflecting growing tensions between the U.S. and China over control of advanced technology. According to Al Jazeera, Chinese regulators informed parties involved in the deal that it had been cancelled following a review into possible violations of investment rules. Authorities later confirmed that foreign investment in Manus would be prohibited. The decision comes as compe...
You Can Now Customize Alienware’s Area-51 With AMD’s Newest CPU
InnovationGamingYou Can Now Customize Alienware’s Area-51 With AMD’s Newest CPUByMitch Wallace,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about video games, technology and pop culture.Follow AuthorApr 27, 2026, 02:30pm EDTApr 27, 2026, 02:32pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Area-51 desktopCredit: AlienwareIf you’re in the market for a flagship gaming PC and ha...
Canada's Carney launches a sovereign wealth fund. What is it?
Canada's Carney launches a sovereign wealth fund. What is it?17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNadine YousifSenior Canada reporterAFP via Getty ImagesCanada is launching a government-owned investment fund to pay for major development projects in the country, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced. The Canada Strong Fund, a first for the country, will invest in energy, infrastructure, mining, agriculture and technology, with an initial contribution of C$25bn ($18.4bn; £13.5b...
GITEX Future Health Africa 2026: Where Africa’s Biomedical Sovereignty Meets Its Institutional Moment
Marrakech – When Casablanca hosts the inaugural edition of GITEX Future Health Africa from May 4 to 6, it will bring the continent’s most consequential conversation on healthcare and technology under one roof at a moment when the discursive and material conditions for systemic transformation have, by all measurable indicators, converged. Organized by KAOUN International in partnership with Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sciences and He...