Technology
AI data centre expansion raises concerns over water and power in drought-stricken US regions
Expansion of AI data centres in the US drought regions raises concerns about rising water and electricity demands.
Gaming
Fortnite returns to the App Store worldwide after a prolonged dispute with Apple
Fortnite returns to Apple’s App Store globally as Epic Games continues its legal battle over platform fees and policies.
Technology
Razer updates Blade 18 with new chips and a US$7,000 top-end model
Razer’s 2026 Blade 18 adds new Intel chips, brighter displays and a US$7,000 flagship configuration.
Technology
X updates revenue sharing to prioritise local engagement
X updates revenue sharing to prioritise local engagement and reduce incentives for users targeting foreign audiences.
Technology
Apple plans to manufacture Mac mini computers in the US
Apple plans to manufacture Mac mini computers in the US as part of its US$500 billion domestic investment pledge.
Technology
People abandon TikTok as indie rival gains ground
TikTok faces rising US uninstalls amid technical issues as indie app UpScrolled surges in downloads and challenges the short-form video giant.
Technology
TikTok works to restore US service after data centre power outage triggers widespread bugs
TikTok is fixing US service issues after a data centre power outage caused widespread bugs, missing views and concerns over its recommendation algorithm.
Technology
ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations
OpenAI plans to test ads in ChatGPT’s free tier, signalling a major shift in AI monetisation while outlining safeguards around privacy and trust.
Technology
Disney+ plans vertical video rollout to boost daily viewing
Disney+ plans to launch vertical videos in the US this year to target younger viewers and boost daily engagement on its streaming app.
