The Frontier
Science & tech breakthroughs in AI models, hardware, and computing that define what's possible
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Ex-Splunk execs’ startup Resolve AI hits $1 billion valuation with Series A. Resolve AI, a startup led by former Splunk executives, has raised a Series A funding round with a headline valuation of $1 billion through a multi-tranched investment approach. The firm develops an autonomous site reliability engineer (SRE) that uses AI to automatically manage and maintain software systems, marking an innovative shift in enterprise IT operations.
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5 ways AI agents will transform the way we work in 2026. Google Cloud's report outlines five ways AI agents are expected to transform work in 2026 by automating routine tasks, streamlining complex workflows, and enhancing customer service. The report provides detailed insights into how agentic workflows and concierge-style interactions could reshape operational dynamics in business environments.
Capital & Control
Tracking the flow of capital and influence that shapes the tech landscape
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Private donors pledge $1 billion to CERN for future atom smasher. Private donors have pledged $1 billion to support CERN's efforts in developing a future atom smasher. Although additional billions are still needed, the commitment underscores significant private involvement in funding major scientific infrastructure.
Infrastructure & Power
The physical backbone of AI: compute, data centers, supply chains, and the geopolitics of energy
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Investment in data centers worldwide hit record $61bn in 2025, report finds. The Guardian report shows that global investment in data centers reached a record $61bn in 2025, driven by surging demand from the AI boom. The analysis by S&P Global highlights a global construction frenzy to meet escalating requirements for compute, power, and real estate, setting a new benchmark in infrastructure investment.
The Performance Edge
Peak performance science for sustained execution in high-stakes environments
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The 98% mystery: Scientists just cracked the code on “junk DNA” linked to Alzheimer’s. Researchers revealed that so‐called 'junk DNA' harbors functional regulatory switches linked to Alzheimer’s risk by testing nearly 1,000 DNA switches in human astrocytes. The study identifies about 150 active switches that influence gene expression, suggesting new therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative conditions.
Digital Defense
Threats and defenses shaping the global security landscape
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New UEFI flaw enables pre-boot attacks on motherboards from Gigabyte, MSI, ASUS, ASRock. BleepingComputer reveals a critical UEFI firmware vulnerability in motherboards from Gigabyte, MSI, ASUS, and ASRock that enables direct memory access (DMA) attacks by bypassing early boot security measures. The flaw is tracked under multiple CVEs, underscoring a systemic risk in widely-used hardware.
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