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Sunday, October 25, 2026
Evening edition Tech briefing
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iPhone Duo displays cracking in similar way
Some iPhone Duo owners report inner screens cracking along the hinge and a section of the screen glowing white. A YouTuber found potential cause during a teardown, and iFixit gave the device a high repair score despite design weaknesses.
Why it matters: The issue highlights early reliability concerns for Apple's new foldable phone.
AI benefits Big Tech but not most corporate America
AI spending generates revenue for technology providers, but most S&P 500 companies have not seen comparable gains in productivity or profit margins. The technology has delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech.
Why it matters: This highlights the uneven impact of AI on different sectors of the economy.
Sources: Tom's Hardware · TechCrunch
Senator warns 350 federal sites expose visitors to network spies
Senator Ron Wyden has warned that 350 federal websites, including the FBI tip line and VA crisis line, may expose visitors to network spies. He is urging CISA and OMB to require Encrypted Client Hello on federal websites.
Why it matters: This issue affects the privacy and security of users accessing important government services online.
Sources: TechRadar
Ukrainian drones hit Russian finance ministry data center
Ukrainian drone attacks damaged a Russian government data center in Gorodets, which is operated by the Ministry of Finance and holds tax databases. The facility is one of two key data processing centers for the Federal Tax Service of Russia.
Why it matters: This attack highlights the increasing impact of the conflict on critical infrastructure and data security in Russia.
Sources: Tom's Hardware
Nvidia proposes $2,000 annual fee per GPU for AI software
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang mentioned a $2,000 annual fee per GPU for software that runs agents on AI factories. The pricing model could generate significant revenue if widely adopted.
Why it matters: This potential fee could impact the cost of using Nvidia's AI software for businesses relying on its technology.
Sources: Tom's Hardware
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