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Samsung is teaming up with Instacart to make grocery shopping smarter and more convenient. Soon, U.S. consumers will be able to order groceries directly from their Samsung Bespoke refrigerators, starting with the 2025 lineup. This partnership brings together Samsung’s AI Vision Inside technology and Instacart’s product-matching API to deliver a high-tech way to restock your fridge without stepping out of the kitchen.

The 2025 models, including the 32-inch AI Family Hub+ and the 9-inch AI Home, will feature the ability to track food inventory and identify items that are running low. With AI Vision Inside, users can place orders directly through Instacart, ensuring same-day delivery from their favorite local grocery stores. And here’s the best part: existing AI Family Hub+ owners won’t miss out. Samsung will roll out firmware updates in 2025 to bring this functionality to their current smart refrigerators.

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Incase, a brand mostly known for carry and protection products (such as phone cases), has introduced the Compact Ergonomic Keyboard, designed in collaboration with Microsoft. This keyboard focuses on both comfort and functionality. It even features a dedicated Copilot key for direct access to Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant, alongside multi-device connectivity to enhance productivity.

The keyboard’s compact, split design aims to provide a natural and relaxed typing experience. It is complemented by a slim, cushioned palm rest for additional comfort

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MSI has introduced a sweet new lineup of gaming monitors. These displays have advanced features such as DisplayPort 2.1a technology, QD-OLED panels, and AI-driven enhancements.

The MPG 272URX QD-OLED stands out as the first-ever 27-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED monitor with DisplayPort 2.1a support. Using a 5-layer tandem OLED panel with EL Gen 3 technology, this model achieves up to 30 percent higher efficiency. It delivers sharp visuals with 166 PPI, ideal for immersive gameplay and everyday tasks. It also supports G-SYNC Compatible technology for tear-free, smooth performance.

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Starting a new year often comes with the urge to make a change, and if you’re tired of the quirks and constraints of Windows 11, Nobara 41 Linux might be exactly what you need in 2025. It’s a Linux distribution that builds on Fedora 41, tailored to provide a smoother, more accessible experience for everyday users, gamers, and even creative professionals.

Unlike Microsoft’s Windows 11, which forces users to meet strict hardware requirements, Nobara is refreshingly lightweight and adaptable. Whether you’re running a custom gaming rig, a handheld device, or even an older laptop, Nobara welcomes you with open arms.

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Citing an “unexpected change”, Microsoft has issued a warning to software developers to update their .NET Install links.

Microsoft is describing the situation as “critical”, and it comes after the bankruptcy of Edgio, a company responsible for hosting some .NET-related Content Delivery Network (CDN) instances. Developers are being told to take immediate action in order to avoid problems.

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As 2025 approaches, the role of cloud migrations in organizational strategy continues to intensify. In our current era of accelerated digital transformation, businesses face the dual challenge of optimizing their operations and navigating complex compliance requirements.

Cloud technologies stand at the forefront of this transformation, offering scalability, operational flexibility, and data management capabilities that are essential for success in today’s digital economy. In addition, the evolution of data sovereignty laws requires businesses to adjust how they handle and store data and evaluate the infrastructures that support their global operations.

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Artificial intelligence is creeping into more and more areas of business and consequently we’re seeing it used for ever more complex work.

We spoke to Trey Doig, CTO and co-founder at Echo AI, to find out more about AI agents and how they can help solve problems and carry out tasks.

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Apple is starting the new year with what seems like a generous offer -- free access to its Apple TV+ streaming service from January 3 through January 5, 2025. With just an Apple ID, viewers can dive into the platform’s entire library on any device that supports the Apple TV+ app.

At first glance, it feels like a no-strings-attached way to explore hits like the superb Slow Horses, Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, and Severance. While Apple is certainly not guilty of anything nefarious, is it really that simple?

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Cloudflare has introduced h3i, a new open-source tool intended to assist developers in debugging HTTP/3, the latest version of the protocol that manages communication between browsers and servers.

HTTP/3 is known for being faster and more secure than earlier versions, but it can be challenging to implement and troubleshoot. That’s where h3i can help. Developed as part of Cloudflare’s “quiche” project, this tool allows developers to create test scenarios, adjust HTTP/3 settings, and identify issues with a greater degree of precision, potentially helping ensure the smooth operation of websites and online services.

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Data comes in many forms, it may be structured, it may be unstructured, it could be sensitive or purely statistical. Whatever it looks like you can only benefit from it if you know what you have, where it can be found and how to access it.

We spoke to Brett Hurt, CEO and co-founder of data.world to discuss how enterprises can understand their data and derive the maximum value from it.

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It might sound unbelievable, but the human brain processes information at just 10 bits per second! Yes, folks, that’s slower than the internet speeds many of us endured during the early days of dial-up. While our senses take in billions of bits of data every second, our brain intelligently sifts through the chaos, letting through only what’s important.

This is no accident. Researchers Jieyu Zheng and Markus Meister explain in their study, The Unbearable Slowness of Being, that the brain is built this way for survival. Instead of getting overwhelmed by a flood of details, the brain has a system to focus on what matters most. It ensures we act quickly and effectively without being bogged down by unnecessary information.

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Today, modern matchmaking platforms rely on behavioral analytics to uncover deeper insights about user preferences, communication styles, and actions. These platforms are not just about matching people based on shared hobbies or interests.

For individuals seeking specific connections, such as finding Russian ladies for marriage, matchmaking services should analyze explicit preferences alongside implicit behaviors to predict compatibility more accurately. Unlike social media, which prioritizes engagement metrics like clicks and likes, matchmaking platforms focus on different patterns. Let’s break down how these platforms work and what makes their technology stand out.

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With the intense interest in AI and its rapid pace of embrace, organizations are under pressure to swiftly evaluate their data architecture. AI architects urgently need solutions that harness AI to boost revenue streams and streamline operational efficiencies, all while navigating the potential barriers to their success.

David Flynn, co-founder and CEO of Hammerspace, a specialist in the use and preservation of unstructured data, recently shed light on the growing complexity IT teams face in managing data pipelines. This complexity is further compounded as organizations integrate LLMs into AI applications, underscoring the significant obstacles to successful AI adoption.

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Microsoft is vocal about the importance of ensuring that Windows users have all of the latest security updates installed, and rightly so. Now the company has warned that using certain installation media to install Windows 11 24H2 could result in not being able to receive any further security updates.

The root cause of the problem has not been revealed as Microsoft is still investigating, but the issue can occur when using media such as CDs or USB drives to install the latest version of Windows 11. While the cause is not known, and there is no specific fix, there is a workaround.

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With the threat landscape becoming increasingly sophisticated, companies need agile approaches to improve their defenses and mitigate risks. After all, hackers are adapting their strategies and introducing new tools and technologies to improve their success rates. The resulting rise in cyber-attacks is evident in Xalient’s latest research report ‘Why SASE is the Blueprint for Future-proofing Your Network in 2025 and Beyond’, where  a staggering 99 percent of respondents say they have experienced an attack in the last 12 months.

It is no surprise that cyber security is gaining attention from across the C-suite, with 58 percent of CEOs considering cyber-attacks a very big threat to business operations, as PwC's 25th CEO Survey finds. With security moving further up the boardroom agenda, security teams are under greater scrutiny as they work to safeguard the company, its data and its employees. But what are the biggest security challenges and how can security teams improve the security posture of their organisations?

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