Microsoft is offering first-ever retirement buyouts to some US employees as AI-driven data center spending grows and tech layoffs continue. The post Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees appeared first on TechRepublic.

TikTok is building a second data center in Finland as part of its Project Clover push to keep European user data stored within Europe. The post TikTok Invests $1.16 Billion in New Finland Facility to Localize European Data appeared first on TechRepublic.

The Pentagon is seeking about $54 billion for autonomous warfare and drone systems, a huge bet that is raising concerns about doctrine, training, and oversight. The post New Pentagon Plan Would Pour $54B Into Drones, AI Combat Systems appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple’s $599 Mac mini is now sold out, with shortages spreading across configurations amid supply and demand pressures. The post Apple’s $599 Mac mini Just Sold Out Everywhere appeared first on TechRepublic.

At Data Center World, experts explain how generative and agentic AI are reshaping data center power, cooling, and infrastructure demands. The post AI Demand Is Forcing a Rethink of Data Center Power, Cooling appeared first on TechRepublic.

Mozilla says Firefox 150 patches 271 vulnerabilities found with Anthropic’s restricted Mythos AI, highlighting how quickly AI-driven bug hunting is accelerating. The post Mozilla Fixes 271 Firefox Bugs Using Anthropic’s Mythos AI appeared first on TechRepublic.

Microsoft says Windows 11’s built-in security is strong enough for most users, though power users and enterprises may still want third-party protection. The post Microsoft: Most Windows 11 Users Don’t Need Third-Party Antivirus appeared first on TechRepublic.

Hackers are abusing Microsoft Teams chats to impersonate IT support, gain remote access, move laterally, and steal company data, Microsoft warns. The post Hackers Impersonate IT Help Desk on Microsoft Teams to Gain Access, Steal Data appeared first on TechRepublic.

At Platform//2026, Scale Computing showed how Taco Bell and a K-12 district use edge infrastructure to simplify IT and improve uptime. The post Scale Computing Spotlights Edge Wins in Retail, K-12 appeared first on TechRepublic.

MacBook Neo starts at $599 with an A18 Pro chip, a bright 13-inch display, and clear trade-offs in ports, battery claims, and premium features. The post MacBook Neo Cheat Sheet: Everything to Know About Apple’s Budget Mac appeared first on TechRepublic.

Intel’s Core G3 handheld chip could give AMD real competition in 2026, but only if it delivers where gaming handhelds actually live: low power, stable frame rates, and battery-conscious performance. The post Intel Handheld Gaming Chip Core G3: Can It Challenge AMD in 2026? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Meta is testing a WhatsApp Plus subscription that includes themes, stickers, and chat tools in a limited rollout to select users. The post Meta Tests Paid WhatsApp Features With New ‘Plus’ Tier appeared first on TechRepublic.

China’s Hefei metro is testing robot dogs, drones, and humanoids to inspect trains, patrol platforms, and assist passengers during busy travel periods. The post China Deploys Robot Dogs, Drones, and Humanoids to Run a ‘Full-Space’ Metro System appeared first on TechRepublic.

A new leak suggests iOS 27 may drop support for the iPhone 11 lineup and the second-generation iPhone SE. The post Apple May Drop iOS 27 Support for Four iPhones, Leaving Millions Behind appeared first on TechRepublic.

Huawei’s Pura X Max is now official in China, bringing a wide foldable design, a 7.7-inch inner display, Kirin 9030 Pro, and a 5,300mAh battery. The post Huawei Just Beat Apple and Samsung to a New Foldable Format in China appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google Photos is rolling out AI-powered portrait touch-up tools that make skin smoothing, eye brightening, and quick facial edits easier on Android. The post Google Photos Rolls Out New AI-Powered Portrait Editing Features appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google’s rumored Fitbit Air could launch soon as a screen-free fitness band, while leaks point to a broader Google Health rebrand. The post Leak Points to Google’s ‘Fitbit Air’ as a Screen-Free Wearable for Health Tracking appeared first on TechRepublic.

Explore the 10 best generative AI courses to take in 2026, with options for hands-on training, certifications, and practical AI skill building. The post The 10 Best AI Courses to Take in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down, handing leadership to hardware chief John Ternus in a major shift that could shape the company’s next era. The post End of an Era: Tim Cook Steps Down as Apple CEO, John Ternus to Take Over appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple’s Mac Studio 2026 may be delayed due to supply chain issues and memory shortages, with reports pointing to a later-than-expected release timeline. The post Mac Studio 2026: Apple’s New Desktop Faces a Delayed Timeline appeared first on TechRepublic.