Ian Lyall

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The image features a close-up of a metallic device labeled with 'Microsoft' and 'Marjornan 2'. The device is presented against a blurred background, suggesting a high-tech environment with warm yellow lighting. This setting hints at advancements in technology, possibly related to quantum computing or data processing.

Microsoft's Majorana 1 made a historic quantum claim. The evidence is still in dispute
The image features colorful plastic game pieces arranged on a blue surface. The central pieces spell out the word 'GAME' in a playful manner, surrounded by other scattered letters.

Founders are betting that the backlash against screens will be a business, not a trend
A humanoid robot resembling a social companion stands in a modern interior space. The robot has large, expressive eyes and is equipped with a screen displaying interactive content.

Tech companies burn through budget, which is why the AI token bubble is bursting
An artistic representation of a rolled-up dollar bill floating in space above the Earth, highlighting the contrast between currency and the planet. The image conveys the vastness of space and the significance of money in a global context.

Impulse Space raised $500m and will use the money to... hire people!
The image of 'Rare Earth Minerals' features a collection of various mineral rocks arranged on a surface, with a periodic table graphic in the background highlighting specific elements like Neodymium (Nd) and Dysprosium (Dy). The visuals suggest a focus on minerals relevant to technology and manufacturing. Representing the periodic table.

Everyone is running from climate tech. This $250m fund is running towards it
The iconic Hollywood sign is prominently displayed on a hillside, framed by palm trees which create a tropical ambiance. The photo captures a clear view of the sign against a backdrop of warm-toned hills and vegetation.

Wake up call for Hollywood as YouTube directors take the top two spots at the box office
The image showcases the illuminated Apple logo displayed prominently in a storefront window, indicating the presence of an Apple retail location. The surroundings are dimly lit, enhancing the logo's visibility.

Everything that has leaked about Apple's WWDC before a single word has been spoken on stage
The image features the exterior of an Apple retail store, showcasing a large illuminated Apple logo and a promotional display of iPhones. Silhouetted figures are seen inside the store, engaging with the displayed products.

Apple chose Google's brain for Siri. That tells you everything about where Cupertino stands in the AI race
The image features a close-up view of a screen displaying the logo of Palantir Technologies. The logo is prominently displayed against a blurred background, suggesting a digital or technological context.

Palantir's secret weapon in the AI revolution is the least fashionable thing in technology: human beings
A woman stands in a hallway beside a glass wall, reflecting her image while she works on a laptop. The background features rows of server racks, indicating a technology or data center environment.

Switch wants a $50bn valuation to build more data centres. But will the boom last?
A newspaper stand features a prominent cartoon cover illustrating a satirical take on a meeting between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un. The headline reads 'Sealed With an X' with a caricature capturing the two figures in a humorous light.

Here's why the S&P 500 refused to fast-track SpaceX. Elon Musk will have to earn shareholders the old-fashioned way
The image depicts a golden padlock resting on a circuit board, symbolizing cybersecurity and data protection. The intricate design of the padlock highlights advanced technology in a digital context.

Cybersecurity stocks are up 50% this year. Revenue growth is slowing. Something does not add up
A rocket launches from a launch pad, surrounded by billowing clouds of smoke and steam. The image features a prominent logo for xAI in the foreground.

SpaceX plans to burn $350bn by 2030. Most of it goes on AI, not rockets
A woman practices yoga at home, performing a downward-facing dog pose on a yoga mat. A white plush toy resembling a cat is positioned beside her on the mat, adding a playful touch to the scene.

The man who made your vacuum cleaner has built a furry robot bear and wants it to live in your house
The image depicts a golden padlock resting on a circuit board, symbolizing cybersecurity and data protection. The intricate design of the padlock highlights advanced technology in a digital context.

Palo Alto Networks: The biggest winner of the AI arms race is the company selling the locks
President Donald Trump and VP Mike Pence

Trump's new AI executive order says the government wants to be a customer, not a cop
The image shows a large ceramic pot with the word 'Alphabet' printed in colorful letters. The pot is filled with bundles of U.S. dollar bills, some of which are spilled out onto the wooden surface below.

With $80bn headed into its bank account, has Alphabet just blindsided SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI?
The image features a brightly lit neon sign displaying the word 'Google' in a colorful design against a textured, dark background. The vibrant colors of the letters create an eye-catching visual.

Google May 2026 Core Update. Here is what actually happened and what it means.
The image features a blurred figure of a toy character standing in front of a smartphone screen displaying various social media app icons. The focus is on the silhouette of the character, emphasizing the contrast between the real-world object and the digital interface.

Nine years, 2.4 million followers, zero security: how Iran turned a dead Instagram account into a propaganda weapon
The image features a close-up view of a Monopoly game board themed around Las Vegas. The board showcases iconic Las Vegas landmarks alongside typical game elements like properties, money, and game pieces, set against a vibrant city skyline at night.

Two billionaires are playing Monopoly on the Las Vegas Strip. The board is almost full