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Why fast-learning robots are wearing Meta glasses

Robots that wear smartglasses might be the future of ubiquitous, mainstream robots for everyone.

By Mike Elgan

Feb 28, 20257 mins

Augmented RealityEmerging TechnologyRobotics

IT in-depth

Tech layoffs this year: A timeline

Technology companies have continued to lay off staff in 2025, despite the support of the new US administration. Here's an updated timeline of notable layoffs, and reasons why Big Tech is in turmoil.

By Peter Sayer and Jon Gold

Feb 28, 2025 8 mins

HiringIT JobsTechnology Industry

Google co-founder: Be in the office every weekday, work 60 hours a week

Less work at home and longer days in the office will put Google at the forefront of AI development, says Sergey Brin. His message was aimed at team working on the company's AI model Gemini.

By Mikael Markander

Feb 28, 2025 2 mins

Generative AIGoogleRemote Work

R.I.P. Skype: 2003-2025

Microsoft has discontinued Skype after a 22-year run and is urging any remaining users to move to Teams.

By Agam Shah

Feb 28, 2025 3 mins

Enterprise ApplicationsMicrosoftMicrosoft Teams

Windows 11 Insider Previews: What’s in the latest build?

Get the latest info on new preview builds of Windows 11 as they roll out to Windows Insiders. Now updated for Build 22635.5015 for the Beta Channel, Build 26120.3360 for the Dev and Beta Channels, and Build 27802 for the Canary Channel, all released on Feb. 28, 2025.

By Preston Gralla

Feb 28, 2025 66 mins

MicrosoftSmall and Medium BusinessWindows 11

Android phones to drive mobile sales in 2025

IDC expects global sales of smartphones to increase by 2.3% this year compared to 2024.

By Mikael Markander

Feb 27, 2025 1 min

AndroidSmartphonesiOS

US chides UK for seeking encryption backdoor

US national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard has ‘grave concerns’ about the UK’s encryption backdoor request.

By Evan Schuman

Feb 27, 2025 3 mins

Data and Information SecurityEncryptionMessaging Apps

Alibaba open sources its video-generation AI model

The Chinese company released four versions of its Wan2.1 text-to-video model.

By Agam Shah

Feb 26, 2025 4 mins

Generative AIVideo

Signal will exit Sweden rather than dilute message security

The battle for government access to encrypted messaging data raises key enterprise IT strategy issues.

By Evan Schuman

Feb 26, 2025 5 mins

Data and Information SecurityEncryptionMessaging Apps

Apple's Vision Pro enters Industry 4.0 with Dassault Systèmes

Dassault Systemes unveiled a new 3DLive visionOS app designed for the company’s customers in manufacturing and product design.

By Jonny Evans

Feb 26, 2025 4 mins

AppleAugmented RealityVirtual Reality

8 ways to make Windows 11 work like Windows 10

When you find yourself missing some of Microsoft's classic interface elements, there's a lot you can do.

By Chris Hoffman

Feb 26, 2025 9 mins

Desktop PCsMicrosoftWindows 10

A must-try Android email upgrade

Transform your Android email notifications with this fast 'n' crafty hack.

By JR Raphael

Feb 26, 2025 14 mins

AndroidGmailGoogle

Atlassian refocuses Trello on individual task management

The company aims to move away from a focus on complex project management in favor of more individual productivity.

By Agam Shah

Feb 25, 2025 4 mins

Collaboration SoftwareGenerative AIProductivity Software

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Spotlight: Prioritizing your AI investments

Articles • Buyer’s Guide

As AI continues to evolve and increase its presence in technology systems, IT teams must take a step back to understand which types of AI deserve the highest focus, resource allocation, and spend for their specific needs.

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IT careers

Best Places to Work in IT 2025

Our 31st annual report finds that leading companies prioritize upskilling and retention strategies as IT expands its impact and influence across the business.

By Best Places to Work in IT Team

Dec 10, 202424 mins

Diversity and InclusionEmployee ExperienceHiring