News•Feb 26, 2026
Project Compass Is Europol’s New Playbook for Taking on The Com
Project Compass, a Europol‑led operation backed by 28 nations including the Five Eyes, began in January 2025 to dismantle the transnational youth‑focused cybercrime network known as The Com. Since its launch the initiative has secured 30 arrests, fully or partially identified 179 perpetrators and pinpointed up to 62 victims while safeguarding four confirmed victims. The Com is divided into Hacker, In‑Real‑Life and Extortion sub‑groups, each employing sophisticated anonymity and money‑laundering tactics. Project Compass leverages an information‑sharing hub to coordinate investigations across specialized units in partner countries.
By CyberScoop
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Senate Commerce Schedules NASA Deputy Admin Hearing March 5
Senate Commerce will hold a nomination hrg for Matt Anderson to the NASA Deputy Admin (and one other non-NASA nominee) on Thursday, March 5, 10:00 am ET. Webcast.
By Marcia Smith
Social•Feb 26, 2026
900 Companies Sue Over $100B Illegal Trump Tariffs
Almost 900 companies are SUING for refunds from the more than $100 Bn in ILLEGAL tariff revenue Pres. Trump collected in 2025. All Trump's ILLEGAL tariffs have done is MAKE ENEMIES and create LEGAL & FISCAL CHAOS. https://t.co/I1jP900jcz
By Steve Hanke
News•Feb 26, 2026
The History of Satellite Ridesharing
Satellite ridesharing has evolved from occasional piggyback flights into a multi‑billion‑dollar industry by the mid‑2020s. The adoption of the CubeSat form factor and standardized deployers allowed dozens of small satellites to share a single launch, while brokers such as Spaceflight...
By New Space Economy
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Warner Backs Paramount's Superior Offer, NLFX Should Exit
*WARNER BROS. SAYS PARAMOUNT OFFER IS 'SUPERIOR PROPOSAL' Seems like a good opportunity for $NLFX to graciously bow out of the $WBD bidding war and take the break fee paid for by $PSKY
By Julian Klymochko
News•Feb 26, 2026
ATSC Appoints Anil Bhardwaj Tech, Strategy Director For India
ATSC has named Indian broadcast veteran Anil Bhardwaj as its Technology & Strategy Director for India and Emerging Markets, reinforcing the group’s push for next‑generation standards. Bhardwaj will lead ATSC’s engagement with the Telecommunications Standards Development Society of India (TSDSI) and...
By TV Tech (TVTechnology)
News•Feb 26, 2026
PAC Strapping Products to Showcase Innovative Strapping Solutions at PACK EXPO East 2026
PAC Strapping Products will exhibit at PACK EXPO East 2026, showcasing its SM‑65 FA fully automatic strapping machine, the DSP‑TOOL ergonomic cart, and a range of polyester strapping solutions. The company will also preview a new horizontal strapping machine with an...
By Manufacturing Tomorrow
News•Feb 26, 2026
OpenAI Commits to Silicon Valley Presence with 439K-SF Lease
OpenAI has signed a ten‑year lease for a 439,000‑square‑foot campus at 350 and 380 Ellis Street in Mountain View, securing its first right of purchase before the property is marketed by KKR Real Estate Finance Trust. The lease follows advanced...
By Connect CRE
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Warner Bros Declares Paramount Deal Superior, Challenges Netflix
Warner Bros says the Paramount deal is now superior. The ball is in Netflix’s court.
By Lucas Shaw
Social•Feb 26, 2026
IEA Allegedly Drops Climate Priority Under US Pressure
Renewable energy think tank Ember says that, under American pressure, the IEA appears to have "drop[ped] climate change as one of its priorities." https://t.co/JxXMP3djla
By Javier Blas
News•Feb 26, 2026
Milwaukee Cop’s Misuse of Flock ALPR Undercuts Case for Facial Recognition Use
Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) halted its facial‑recognition program while drafting usage policies after a scandal involving an officer who allegedly accessed the city’s Flock automated license‑plate recognition (ALPR) system over 120 times to track a personal acquaintance and 55 times...
By Biometric Update
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Can We Use AI for ICFR and SOX?
AI can be leveraged to automate and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and SOX compliance, especially through agentic AI that creates documentation, scans evidence, and tests controls. However, compliance officers must ensure that AI testing validates control design,...
By Norman Marks on Governance, Risk Management, and Internal Audit
News•Feb 26, 2026
Emergency Warning System Blowout
Australia’s new national emergency warning system, AusAlert, has seen its projected cost explode from an initial $10 million to an estimated $132 million. Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain framed the increase as an investment in community safety rather than a blowout. The system...
By Government News (Australia)
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Physical Proximity Fuels Performance, Innovation, and Purpose
In an era of workplace disconnection and declining job meaning, physical presence and proximity still matter. Being together in shared spaces strengthens relationships, boosts performance, fuels innovation, increases engagement, and reinforces purpose.
By Coy Davidson
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Pentagon Readies Kamikaze Drone Unit for Potential Trump‑ordered Iran Strike
Just in: The Pentagon’s first kamikaze drone unit is ready to participate if President Donald Trump decides to launch strikes on Iran, according to US officials and analysts. https://t.co/DOPGwxi339
By Tony Capaccio
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Fannie and Freddie: Single Family Delinquency Rate Increased in January
Freddie Mac reported its single‑family serious delinquency rate rose to 0.60% in January, a marginal increase from December’s 0.59% and slightly below the 0.61% recorded a year earlier. Fannie Mae’s comparable rate edged up to 0.59% from 0.58% in December,...
By CalculatedRisk Newsletter (Substack)
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Neutron Launch Delayed to Q4 2026 After Tank Test Failure
From the earnings release: “Updated the Neutron development schedule following the stage 1 tank test failure, with Neutron’s first launch now targeted for Q4 2026.”
By Jeff Foust
News•Feb 26, 2026
Bilt Taps Luxury Hotels to Build Marketplace for Top Spenders
Bilt has launched Bilt Verified, a marketplace that links Forbes‑rated luxury hotels with its high‑spending members. The program offers exclusive perks such as a $100 hotel credit, complimentary breakfast, flexible check‑in/out and room upgrades, while leveraging AI‑driven personalization and deep...
By Skift – Technology
Social•Feb 26, 2026
FTC Delays Alcon Deal, Closing Slips to H1’26
FTC compliance with the second request is ongoing in Alcon’s $LNSR takeout. Closing pushed again: now H1’26 from Q1’26 (already delayed from YE’25). With an ~18% spread to the cash offer, it’s getting harder to believe this deal closes.
By Dalius – Special Sits
News•Feb 26, 2026
CMB Seeks Nominations for 2026 Christian Radio Mentoring Class
Christian Music Broadcasters (CMB) is opening nominations for its 2026‑2027 Leadership Mentoring cohort, a seven‑month program limited to 18 participants. The initiative targets current and emerging leaders across Christian radio, including on‑air talent, fundraisers, marketers, and technical staff. Led by...
By Radio Ink
News•Feb 26, 2026
Block Swaps 4,000 Workers for AI
Block, the fintech firm behind Cash App, Square and Afterpay, announced a 40% workforce reduction, cutting roughly 4,000 jobs and shrinking headcount from 10,000 to just over 6,000. CEO Jack Dorsey said the move is driven by rapid advances in...
By Payments Dive
News•Feb 26, 2026
Wyden Blocks Rudd Confirmation to Lead Cyber Command, NSA
Senator Ron Wyden announced he will block the Senate’s confirmation of Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd as head of U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency. Wyden argues Rudd lacks any digital‑warfare or signals‑intelligence background and gave vague answers on...
By The Record by Recorded Future
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Is AI-Based Data Overwhelming Insurers?
Nearmap’s VP of AI & Computer Vision, Dr. Michael Bewley, explains how AI‑driven aerial imagery is reshaping property insurance. Supervised machine‑learning models can identify roof conditions, quantify damage likelihood, and feed into faster catastrophe response. However, the flood of heterogeneous...
By Insurance Thought Leadership (ITL)
News•Feb 26, 2026
Redfin and Compass Partner to Expand Inventory and Seller Choice
Redfin announced a partnership with Compass International Holdings to display Compass listings on Redfin.com without days‑on‑market, price‑history, or valuation data. The arrangement lets sellers choose phased marketing, keeping listings MLS‑compliant while delaying full public exposure. Redfin emphasizes that 94% of...
By Redfin News
News•Feb 26, 2026
Altech Introduces New Pluggable Terminal Block Range
Altech Corporation has launched a new range of pluggable terminal blocks designed for rapid, tool‑free installations and field wiring. The hybrid design merges spring‑clamp security with plug‑in convenience, offering instant connections that resist vibration and eliminate common assembly errors. Blocks...
By MarineLink
News•Feb 26, 2026
Alignment Healthcare Takes ‘Step Forward’ Despite Medicare Advantage Headwinds
Alignment Healthcare posted a fourth‑quarter loss of $11 million, but revenue rose 44 percent to just over $1 billion and membership jumped 25 percent to 236,300. The loss narrowed sharply from $31 million a year earlier, and the full‑year loss shrank to $724 000 versus $128 million...
By Forbes – Healthcare
News•Feb 26, 2026
La Trobe Research Partnership Scales Food Productivity System to Commercial Level
La Trobe University, together with Breakthrough Victoria’s Eagle Fund, has moved its YieldX hydroponic system from lab to commercial scale. The technology now runs in a 4,000‑square‑metre greenhouse at Butler Market Gardens, capable of producing up to one million basil...
By Australian Manufacturing
News•Feb 26, 2026
1984 Bertone X1/9 Test: Simply Delightful
The 1984 Bertone X1/9, formerly a Fiat, returns with a fully upgraded interior, standard air‑conditioning, electric windows, and a seven‑year rust warranty. Priced at $13,990, the mid‑engine two‑seater delivers 75 hp, 0‑60 in 11.5 seconds, and a lively 0.79 g skidpad. Bertone’s refinements...
By Car and Driver
News•Feb 26, 2026
Honkai: Nexus Anima Confidential Beta Test and 2 New Anima Announced
HoYoVerse announced a confidential, small‑scale beta for Honkai: Nexus Anima called the Aspect Exploration Project, with public recruitment across all regions and a multilingual rollout. The test will likely run on iOS and PC, mirroring the earlier Nexus Link beta....
By Siliconera
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Zeo Energy Secures 280 MW Solar‑LDES for Utah Data Hub
Zeo Energy signs MoU for 280 MW of solar plus LDES at Utah data center hub #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/RyEAsKMfCh
By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
News•Feb 26, 2026
Ron Corning and Miranda Suarez to Host KERA’s ‘NTX Now’
KERA, North Texas’ public radio station, will launch NTX Now, a live weekday morning talk show debuting this summer. The one‑hour program is co‑hosted by veteran TV journalist Ron Corning and KERA reporter Miranda Suarez, focusing on civic life and community...
By Radio Ink
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
ORNL Launches the Next-Generation Data Centers Institute
Oak Ridge National Laboratory has launched the Next Generation Data Centers Institute (NGDCI) to tackle the exploding electricity demand of AI‑driven data centers. The institute will combine ORNL’s strengths in energy science, high‑performance computing, cybersecurity and grid research to make...
By HPCwire
News•Feb 26, 2026
Provider’s Degree of Control Affects DMCA Safe Harbor
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed the dismissal of Elliott McGucken’s false copyright‑management‑information claim against Shutterstock, finding the platform’s watermarking and automated CMI removal did not show scienter. However, the court vacated summary judgment on the underlying...
By JD Supra – Legal Tech
News•Feb 26, 2026
FiberLight Deepens West Texas Fiber Reach with New 1,400 Route-Mile Build
FiberLight announced a $350 million investment to build 1,400 route‑miles of fiber in West Texas, bringing its regional network to nearly 4.8 million fiber miles. The expansion adds a third diverse route into Abilene, boosting network resiliency and capacity for AI‑driven workloads....
By Lightwave
News•Feb 26, 2026
Redwire Emphasizes Defense Pivot and Maturing Capabilities in 2025 Results
Redwire reported a 10.3% revenue increase in 2025, reaching $335.4 million, with fourth‑quarter sales surging 56% year‑over‑year to $108.8 million. CEO Peter Cannito said roughly two‑thirds of revenue is now moving into production, especially its unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) portfolio. The company...
By Via Satellite
News•Feb 26, 2026
The Secret Fire Threat Lurking in Almost Every Room in Your Home
Lithium‑ion batteries now power phones, laptops, e‑bikes and countless household gadgets, turning them into a fast‑growing residential fire hazard. Experts warn that thermal runaway—where a cell overheats and can reach temperatures above 1,000°F within seconds—can ignite silently while devices charge...
By Realtor.com News
News•Feb 26, 2026
Towerborne Exits Early Access, As New Trailer Showcases Excellent Visuals and Fresh Features
Stoic Studios' action‑RPG brawler Towerborne has exited early access on PC and launched on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The full release adds a complete narrative, a demanding Brutal Mode, and several new biomes. Set in the cooperative side‑scroller City of...
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 26, 2026
High-Yield Account or CD: Which Is the Better Option Right Now for Your Down Payment Savings?
Prospective homebuyers need to maximize returns on down‑payment savings while preserving liquidity. High‑yield savings accounts (HYSA) currently offer 3.3‑4.5% APY, whereas six‑month certificates of deposit (CD) provide slightly higher fixed rates around 4.0‑4.1%. The choice hinges on the buyer’s timeline:...
By Realtor.com News
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Infios Integrates Robots, Software to Help Dental City Triple Pickup Rates
Dental City, a 30‑year dental supply distributor, partnered with Infios to embed Locus Robotics autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) into its warehouse management system. Within three months the 40,000‑sq‑ft facility saw pick rates triple, enabling same‑day fulfillment and a two‑day nationwide...
By Mobile Robot Guide
Social•Feb 26, 2026
Third Run Resident Evil 9 Speedrun Record Revealed
here’s my resident evil 9 record. PLEASE keep in mind this was my 3rd or 4th run https://t.co/MV0P2XIiTN
By Gene Park
News•Feb 26, 2026
Black Molly Entertainment Partners With ASUS Republic of Gamers
Swedish esports organizer Black Molly Entertainment (BME) announced a strategic partnership with ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) extending through 2026. ROG will serve as the main partner for BME’s flagship properties, including the Glitched LAN festival, Esportstudion channel, Red Bull...
By The Esports Advocate
News•Feb 26, 2026
SME Hosts Successful MINEXCHANGE Event in Salt Lake City
More than 7,400 mining professionals gathered at the Salt Palace Convention Center for SME’s MINEXCHANGE conference in Salt Lake City. The opening keynote, "Regaining America’s Mineral Dominance," featured Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox, USGS Director Dr. Ned Mamula, and Resolution...
By Engineering & Mining Journal (E&MJ)
News•Feb 26, 2026
Canada Should Brace for Tariffs No Matter What, US and Canadian Officials Say
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer warned that tariffs on Canada are here to stay, linking higher duties to reciprocal market access under the Trump administration’s “America‑first” agenda. Canada now faces a 10% ad valorem levy on non‑USMCA goods, 50% tariffs on...
By Sourcing Journal
News•Feb 26, 2026
SiriusXM Revs Up Full-Season IndyCar Coverage for 2026
SiriusXM will broadcast every IndyCar race, practice and qualifying session for the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series on its IndyCar Nation channel, covering all 18 events starting March 1 in St. Peterburg. The satellite‑radio service will also continue weekly shows like Brick‑by‑Brick with...
By Radio Ink
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Tesla Full Self-Driving’s Newest Behavior Is the Perfect Answer to Aggressive Cars
Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving (FSD) software now automatically pulls over to the shoulder when a vehicle tailgates, as shown in a recent X video on wet, windy roads. The maneuver occurs without any driver input, with hands off the wheel and...
By Teslarati
News•Feb 26, 2026
FAQ: How Long COVID Is Defined, Diagnosed, and Managed in 2026
Long COVID remains clinically fragmented as the CDC, WHO and the National Academy of Sciences each use slightly different definitions, creating gaps in diagnosis and treatment equity. High‑risk groups—women, older adults, smokers and those with obesity—continue to experience disproportionate symptom...
By AJMC (The American Journal of Managed Care)
News•Feb 26, 2026
Mistakes Sellers Make
Hotel owners who postpone selling often pay a hidden price as risk, competition, and operating costs climb. The article outlines four common mistakes: waiting for a perfect market, treating PIP and CapEx as background items, fixating on headline price, and...
By Hotel Business
News•Feb 26, 2026
The New York Times Is Adding Another Daily Crossword, because Why Not
The New York Times introduced a new subscriber‑only "Midi" crossword, a 9×9 puzzle that sits between its Mini (5×5) and Daily (15×15) offerings. The move expands the Times Games portfolio, which already serves over one million games‑only subscribers and generates roughly $50 million in...
By Nieman Lab
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
AI Designs Better Drug Candidates with Quantum Aid
Researchers from Japan Tobacco and D‑Wave have unveiled a hybrid framework that merges deep generative models with quantum annealing to design drug‑like molecules. The system introduces a Neural Hash Function that enables binarisation for quantum processing while preserving gradient flow....
By Quantum Zeitgeist
News•Feb 26, 2026
Senate Moves One Step Closer to Passing Health Care Cyber Reforms
The Senate Health, Education and Labor Committee approved the bipartisan Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act by a 22‑1 vote, with only Sen. Rand Paul dissenting. The legislation obliges the Department of Health and Human Services to craft a cybersecurity...
By CyberScoop