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Company Check : Tesla Repositions Its Future Around Robots Rather Than Cars

Tesla confirmed it was winding down parts of its car business as Elon Musk publicly repositioned the company around humanoid robots, artificial intelligence and autonomy rather than electric vehicles alone. Tesla Drops Model S And X As Focus Shifts Beyond Cars Tesla has said it will end production of the Model S and Model X … Continue reading Company Check : Tesla Repositions Its Future Around Robots Rather Than Cars


Security Stop-Press : Samsung and WhatsApp Strengthen Front-Line Privacy Controls

Samsung and WhatsApp are rolling out new security features aimed at reducing everyday privacy risks, including shoulder surfing in public places and cyber attacks targeting user accounts. Samsung said it will introduce a new privacy layer for Galaxy devices that selectively hides sensitive on-screen content from side angles, while remaining visible to the user. The … Continue reading Security Stop-Press : Samsung and WhatsApp Strengthen Front-Line Privacy Controls


Sustainability-in-Tech: Why Space Is Being Tested as a Home for Data Centres

As the environmental and energy costs of Earth-based data centres rise sharply, companies are beginning to test whether space could offer a more sustainable and resilient place to store critical data. Rising Pressure On Earth-Based Data Centres The global data centre industry has faced increasing pressure in recent years as demand has accelerated, driven by … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech: Why Space Is Being Tested as a Home for Data Centres


Video Update : Which AI Image Generator Is Fastest?

If you use AI to generate lots of images, the waiting can be annoying. This video shows you which (in our tests) came out on top for speed, so you can see for yourself. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It may be best to download it first] https://mklink-videos.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/2026-Feb-Which-AI-Tool-Is-fastest-At-Creating-Images.mp4


Tech Tip: See Your Google or Apple Calendar in Outlook for One Clear Schedule

Viewing external calendars in Outlook lets you keep everything in one place, helping you avoid clashes, missed meetings, and constant switching between apps. Here’s how. How To Add A Google Calendar To Outlook (Unified View) This method subscribes Outlook to your Google Calendar using an iCal link. It is ideal for visibility rather than editing. … Continue reading Tech Tip: See Your Google or Apple Calendar in Outlook for One Clear Schedule


Lords Back Under-16 Social Media Ban

The House of Lords has voted to add a legal requirement to block under-16s from social media platforms, intensifying pressure on the government as it runs a parallel consultation on children’s online safety. Amendment Backed By 261 votes to 150, peers backed a cross-party amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill that would require … Continue reading Lords Back Under-16 Social Media Ban


OpenAI Brings Age Prediction To ChatGPT Consumer Accounts

OpenAI has started rolling out an age prediction system on ChatGPT consumer plans as it tries to better identify under-18 users and automatically apply stronger safety protections amid rising regulatory pressure and concern about AI’s impact on young people. Why OpenAI Is Introducing Age Prediction Now On 20 January 2026, OpenAI confirmed it had begun … Continue reading OpenAI Brings Age Prediction To ChatGPT Consumer Accounts


Blue Origin Unveils 6 Tbps Enterprise Satellite Network

Blue Origin has announced TeraWave, a space-based communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 terabits per second worldwide, positioning the company as a serious new contender in high-capacity global connectivity for businesses and governments. Who Blue Origin Is and What It Does Blue Origin is the privately owned aerospace and … Continue reading Blue Origin Unveils 6 Tbps Enterprise Satellite Network


UK Government Begins Testing of Digital Driving Licence

The UK government has begun testing a digital version of the driving licence as part of wider plans to modernise how people prove their identity and access public services through their smartphones. Starts With Veteran Card The testing marks a significant step in the rollout of a new GOV.UK Wallet, which is designed to allow … Continue reading UK Government Begins Testing of Digital Driving Licence


Company Check : TikTok Finalises Deal Creating New American-Controlled Entity

TikTok has formally completed a deal to split its US operations from its global business, establishing a new majority-American joint venture designed to address long-running national security concerns and prevent the platform from being banned in the United States. A Long-Running Political And Legal Battle The agreement, announced on 23 January, brings to an end … Continue reading Company Check : TikTok Finalises Deal Creating New American-Controlled Entity