News•Feb 25, 2026
Manual Processes Are Putting National Security at Risk
More than half of national‑security agencies still move classified data by hand, a practice the CYBER360 report flags as a strategic liability. Manual transfers introduce human error, audit gaps, and exploitable seams that adversaries can weaponize. Legacy platforms, protracted procurement cycles, and entrenched cultural trust in human oversight keep automation at bay. The report argues that adopting Zero Trust, data‑centric security, and cross‑domain solutions is now mission‑critical.
By The Hacker News
News•Feb 25, 2026
Emirates Expands Payment Flexibility in Kenya Through Cellulant’s Split-Payment Solution
Emirates has introduced a split‑payment solution for Kenyan travelers through its partnership with Cellulant’s Tingg gateway. The feature lets customers combine mobile money, banking and card methods and pay an initial amount online followed by up to four instalments within...
By Breaking Travel News
News•Feb 25, 2026
Adform Becomes First-Ever DSP to Join ISBA’s Partner Programme, Championing Digital Sovereignty for British Advertisers
Adform announced it is the first demand‑side platform to join the Institute of Shared Business Advertising (ISBA) Partner Programme, positioning itself as a champion of digital sovereignty for UK brands. The partnership aims to give advertisers greater visibility, accountability and...
By ExchangeWire
News•Feb 25, 2026
Hyundai Motor Group Lines up Multi-Billion Investment in South Korea
Hyundai Motor Group announced a Won10tn ($6.97bn) five‑year investment in the Saemangeum reclaimed area of Jeollabuk‑do. The plan focuses on building an AI data centre, large‑scale water electrolysis for hydrogen, and a robot manufacturing hub, complemented by solar generation to...
By Just Auto
News•Feb 25, 2026
HDAI Achieves HITRUST R2 Certification, Including New AI Security
Health Data Analytics Institute (HDAI) announced that its core information systems have achieved HITRUST r2 Certification, a rigorous cybersecurity and data protection standard. The certification also incorporates the newly introduced HITRUST AI Security Assessment, providing a structured framework for AI...
By AI-TechPark
News•Feb 25, 2026
The Rise of Contactless Payments in Retail Post-Pandemic
Contactless payment adoption has accelerated in retail since the pandemic, driven by consumer demand for safety and speed. NFC cards and mobile wallets are now standard, prompting retailers to upgrade POS terminals and train staff. These investments have cut cash‑handling...
By The Retail Bulletin (UK)
News•Feb 25, 2026
Born in Ukraine, Ready for the World, 7 Ukrainian-Founded Startups You Should Know About
Ukraine’s startup ecosystem is punching above its weight, producing seven diverse companies that span AI‑driven compliance, plant‑based nutrition, eco‑housing, grant consulting, industrial monitoring, metal‑free batteries, and wireless power transfer. These founders leverage local talent and diaspora networks to address global...
By Tech.eu
News•Feb 25, 2026
Analytic Partners Identifies ‘5 Forces Shaping Marketing Budget Decisions in 2026’
Analytic Partners released a preview of its 2026 State of Commercial Decisioning Survey, based on 455 senior executives at $1 billion‑plus advertisers. The study finds commercial analytics, especially marketing mix modeling, now serves as the primary source of truth for budget,...
By MarTech Series
News•Feb 25, 2026
ITS America Partners with SwRI to Lead 2026 Future Leaders Program
ITS America’s annual Conference & Expo in Detroit has appointed Southwest Research Institute as the sponsor of its 2026 Future Leaders Program. The four‑day event, June 9‑12, offers students and early‑career professionals a discounted $50 registration that includes full access...
By Traffic Technology Today
News•Feb 25, 2026
Adswerve Appoints Tom Zawacki as Chief Executive Officer
Adswerve, a data‑focused consultancy at the AdTech‑MarTech crossroads, announced Tom Zawacki as its new chief executive officer. Zawacki arrives with more than three decades of experience in data, artificial intelligence and marketing technology, most recently serving as Chief Growth Officer...
By MarTech Series
News•Feb 25, 2026
$300 a Month Android Malware ‘Oblivion’ Uses Fake Updates to Hijack Phones
A new Android Remote Access Trojan called Oblivion is being sold on the public web for $300 a month, with longer‑term plans up to $2,200. The malware disguises itself as a legitimate Google Play update, hijacking the Accessibility Service to...
By HackRead
News•Feb 25, 2026
SteinCares Forges Licensing Agreement with Shilpa Biologicals for Biosimilars Across Latin America
SteinCares has signed a strategic licensing agreement with Shilpa Biologicals to commercialize a biosimilar across Latin America. Under the deal, SteinCares receives exclusive rights to register, market and distribute the product throughout the region, while Shilpa Biologicals will complete development...
By PharmaShots
News•Feb 25, 2026
Are Your Job Ads Invisible? Here's Why the Best Candidates Aren't Applying
Recruiters are increasingly treating hiring as a performance‑marketing channel, where visual appeal and brand perception dictate candidate interest. Traditional text‑only job ads are losing to platform‑driven, image‑rich campaigns, creating a visibility gap for top talent. Chatly’s AI image generator and...
By Onrec
News•Feb 25, 2026
How No-Code AML Cuts Cost and Boosts Agility
Financial institutions are replacing legacy anti‑money‑laundering (AML) systems with no‑code platforms that let compliance teams build rules, workflows and reports via visual interfaces. Traditional solutions can require six to twelve months for deployment and heavy IT involvement, while modern SaaS‑based...
By Fintech Global
News•Feb 25, 2026
Storage Cuts Irish Fossil Generation by 30%
Energy Storage Ireland and TNEI report that deploying long‑duration storage could slash Ireland’s fossil‑fuel generation by over 2 TWh annually, roughly a 30% reduction by 2035. The study models an all‑island grid with 9 GW on‑shore wind, 8 GW solar and 5 GW offshore...
By reNEWS
News•Feb 25, 2026
NShift Pushes for Integrated Returns Ahead of New EU Regulations
nShift warns EU and UK retailers that the upcoming Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), effective July 2026, will ban the destruction of returned clothing, footwear and accessories. The firm recommends integrating returns with logistics, warehousing and backend systems to...
By Just Style
News•Feb 25, 2026
TKMS, IAI Deliver BlueWhale Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle to German Navy
German Navy received the BlueWhale large autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) from a joint venture between ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) at Eckernförde base. The BlueWhale combines autonomous navigation, advanced towed sonar, and data‑fusion capabilities to conduct...
By Naval Today
News•Feb 25, 2026
New Paper Examines How AI Could Be Exploited for Terrorist Financing
A new research paper by Jason Blazakis, funded by the EU’s Internal Security Fund and released through RUSI and Project CRAAFT, examines how large language models could be weaponised to facilitate terrorist financing. The study argues that AI‑driven content generation...
By Homeland Security Today (HSToday)
News•Feb 25, 2026
Arctic Wolf Snaps up Sevco Security to Bolster Exposure Management
Arctic Wolf announced the acquisition of Texas‑based Sevco Security, a cloud‑native exposure assessment specialist, for an undisclosed amount. Sevco’s platform, recognized as a Gartner Visionary in 2025, will be folded into Arctic Wolf’s Aurora platform to unify asset intelligence, vulnerability...
By ITPro (UK)
News•Feb 25, 2026
SoundHound AI Launches Sales Assist Agent at MWC 2026
SoundHound AI unveiled Sales Assist, a voice‑powered AI agent for retail, at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. The agent uses the company’s Polaris speech‑recognition and a multi‑agent orchestration platform to deliver real‑time product recommendations, upgrade eligibility checks, and compliance...
By AI-TechPark
News•Feb 25, 2026
MSCI Launches IndexAI Insights with ChatGPT and Claude
MSCI introduced AI connectors that link its ONE platform to OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude. The first product, IndexAI Insights, lets users ask natural‑language questions about MSCI index performance, exposures, constituents and methodology. MSCI says this is the initial offering...
By Fintech Global
News•Feb 25, 2026
Stryker Unveils Synchfix EVT for Flexible Syndesmotic Ankle Fixation
Medical device maker Stryker has launched Synchfix EVT, a flexible syndesmotic fixation system designed to simplify ankle stabilization procedures. The all‑in‑one, single‑use device integrates suture tensioning handles and a low‑profile titanium medial implant, reducing procedural complexity for both adult and adolescent...
By Hospital Management
News•Feb 25, 2026
JinkoSolar Achieves Record-Breaking 26.66% Efficiency for TOPCon Solar Cell Based on M10-Size Wafer
JinkoSolar announced a 26.6% power conversion efficiency for an industrial‑scale TOPCon solar cell built on an M10‑size wafer, setting a new world record for this technology class. The result, validated by an independent Chinese third‑party, stems from a dual‑side electrical...
By pv magazine
News•Feb 25, 2026
Love Your Customers
Seth Godin’s February 25, 2026 column urges businesses to love customers through service, not sentiment. He argues that personal intimacy isn’t required; what matters is delivering measurable impact and transformation. The piece emphasizes pride in helping customers move from their current state...
By Seth’s Blog
News•Feb 25, 2026
What AX Can Do to Deliver Cohesion and Uniformity to AI Agents
The article introduces the concept of Agent Experience (AX), a discipline for preparing enterprise systems so AI agents can discover, invoke, and manage tools reliably. It stresses that agents require precise, structured documentation, robust API specifications, and context‑engineering such as...
By CIO.com
News•Feb 25, 2026
From Watch to Know 2025-2026 – How Graphite Connect Made the Transition
Graphite Connect has moved from the Hackett Group’s 50 To Watch list to the elite 50 To Know roster, reflecting rapid expansion and product innovation. Its Supplier Network now hosts over 700,000 suppliers, generating more than one million data updates each month, which are...
By Spend Matters
News•Feb 25, 2026
Chinese Group’s ChatGPT Use Reveals Worldwide Harassment Campaign Against Critics
OpenAI’s latest threat report reveals a Chinese law‑enforcement unit using ChatGPT to edit internal briefings and draft a propaganda push against Japan’s prime minister. The single account uploaded dozens of operation reports, exposing a coordinated effort involving mass posting, bogus...
By CyberScoop
News•Feb 25, 2026
How Data Centers Are Adapting to Extreme Weather
U.S. data‑center operators are confronting a surge in extreme weather events, from floods and wildfires to record heat and cold spells. Scenario analyses from S&P Global and the World Economic Forum estimate climate‑driven costs could equal 9.5% of total data‑center...
By Data Center Knowledge
News•Feb 25, 2026
Vico Therapeutics Initiates Patient Dosing for VO659 Phase I/IIa Trial
Vico Therapeutics has initiated patient dosing in an expanded European cohort for its Phase I/IIa VO659 trial, targeting Huntington's disease, spinocerebellar ataxia type 3 and type 1. The study employs a twice‑annual intrathecal regimen and will monitor safety, tolerability, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics...
By Hospital Management
News•Feb 25, 2026
D7VK Version 1.4 Brings Further Enhancements for Older Direct3D via Vulkan
D7VK version 1.4 has been released, extending its Direct3D 5‑7‑via‑Vulkan translation layer for Wine and Proton. The update introduces colour‑key transparency, fixing opaque artifacts in titles such as Arx Fatalis and Divine Divinity. It also consolidates legacy DDraw support, enabling games...
By GamingOnLinux
News•Feb 25, 2026
Ahold Delhaize in Figures: Key Figures From the Annual Report
Ahold Delhaize’s 2025 annual report shows total sales of €92.4 billion, up 5.9% on a comparable basis. Online sales grew 13.3% to €10.3 billion, marking the first time e‑commerce was profitable on a fully allocated basis. The retailer served 77 million customers weekly across...
By Retail Detail (EU)
News•Feb 25, 2026
NorthX Biologics and Demeetra Collaborate on GMP Manufacturing and CLD
NorthX Biologics and Demeetra have formed a strategic alliance to provide an end‑to‑end solution that couples Demeetra’s CleanCut CHO cell line development platform with NorthX’s GMP manufacturing capabilities. The partnership leverages a high‑titre GS‑knockout CHO cell line that carries no...
By Hospital Management
News•Feb 25, 2026
NorthX Biologics and Demeetra Collaborate on GMP Manufacturing and CLD
NorthX Biologics and Demeatriz have formed a strategic alliance to deliver an end‑to‑end platform that couples Demeatriz’s CleanCut CHO cell line development with NorthX’s GMP manufacturing capabilities. The partnership leverages a high‑titre GS‑knockout CHO cell line that carries no royalty...
By Pharmaceutical Technology (GlobalData)
News•Feb 25, 2026
Policy Blindspots Threaten Nigeria’s .ng Domain Adoption, NiRA Flags
Nigeria’s digital strategy hinges on expanding the local .ng domain, but the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) warns that policy gaps are stalling adoption. Although the 2025 Nigeria First Policy obliges government bodies to migrate to .ng addresses and host...
By BusinessDay (Nigeria)
News•Feb 25, 2026
Obsidian Security Certified ISO/IEC 42001:2023 for AI Governance
Obsidian Security announced it has earned ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification, the first global standard for an Artificial Intelligence Management System. The certification, granted by A‑LIGN and accredited by ANAB, validates the company’s AI Security Posture Management capabilities across its SaaS platform. It...
By AI-TechPark
News•Feb 25, 2026
Elevate Jet Launches Booking App with AI-Powered Pricing
Elevate Jet unveiled a new private‑jet booking app that delivers instant pricing across six aircraft categories, from light jets to ultra‑long‑range models. The platform is driven by Ruby, a proprietary AI agent that evaluates range, availability, fuel needs, crew limits...
By Business Airport International
News•Feb 25, 2026
Tattvam AI Secures $1.7 Mn in Pre-Seed Round Led by Seedcamp
Tattvam AI, a deep‑tech startup focused on AI‑driven semiconductor design, closed a $1.7 million pre‑seed round led by Seedcamp. The funding will expand its engineering team, accelerate research, and bring its first product to market within months. The company’s AI reasoning...
By Entrackr
News•Feb 25, 2026
Akamai to Convene India’s Tech Leaders for Closed-Door Summit on Running AI at Real-World Scale
Akamai Technologies, in partnership with YourStory, will host the invitation‑only Akamai Digital India Leadership Summit in Bengaluru on February 27, 2026. The closed‑door event gathers CTOs, CISOs and senior engineers from fintech, SaaS, e‑commerce, media and digital platforms to discuss...
By YourStory
News•Feb 25, 2026
Low-Cost Nanocoating Helps Solar Ponds Produce More Fresh Water
A recent Scientific Reports study shows nano‑ferric oxide (Fe₂O₃) coating on the base of a 1 m² solar desalination pond boosts temperature and water output. In outdoor trials across seasons, the coated pond reached 74 °C (≈8 °C higher) and produced 6.5 L m⁻² day⁻¹, a...
By AZoNano
News•Feb 25, 2026
Tax Credits for Solar Panels Are Available, but the Catch Is You Can't Own Them
The 2026 federal budget eliminated the tax credit for purchased residential solar panels, leaving the credit only for leased systems. As a result, more than half of new rooftop installations are now owned by third‑party companies through leases or power‑purchase...
By NPR – Climate
News•Feb 25, 2026
Evolution Summit By Marcus Evans | May 7-8, 2026 | The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The Evolution Summit, organized by Marcus Evans, will take place May 7‑8, 2026 at the Ritz‑Carlton in Fort Lauderdale. The invitation‑only event convenes senior clinical‑trial executives with innovative suppliers to discuss pressing challenges in clinical operations and drug development. Featured speakers include...
By PharmaShots
News•Feb 25, 2026
AWS Introduces New AI Service for Vertical Video Viral Moments
Amazon Web Services launched Elemental Inference, a fully managed AI service that automatically converts live or on‑demand horizontal video into vertical formats in real time. The platform leverages multimodal AI to analyse both audio and video, delivering converted streams with...
By TVBEurope
News•Feb 25, 2026
UK Self-Driving Startup Wayve Closes US$1.5bn Funding Round
Wayve announced a $1.5 billion Series D funding round that lifts its valuation to $8.6 billion, bringing total capital raised to $2.5 billion. The round is led by Eclipse Ventures, Balderton Capital and SoftBank Vision Fund 2, and includes first‑time OEM investors Mercedes‑Benz, Stellantis and...
By Automotive World – Autonomous Driving
News•Feb 25, 2026
Labcorp Expands PathAI Pact to Roll Out Digital Pathology Platform in US
Labcorp announced an expanded partnership with PathAI to deploy the AISight Dx digital pathology platform across its U.S. anatomic pathology labs and hospital sites. The AI‑enabled software will allow pathologists to scan, annotate and diagnose slides digitally, aiming to cut turnaround...
By MedTech Dive
News•Feb 25, 2026
Limelight Inc.’s Case Study: Adaptive Rules Centre Delivers Near-3x Revenue Uplift & 10x Fill Rate Improvement for APAC Ad Exchange
Limelight Inc. released a case study showing its Adaptive Rules Centre (ARC) boosted a leading APAC ad exchange’s revenue by 289% and lift fill rates tenfold. The exchange replaced manual reporting with two account‑wide automation rules that dynamically adjusted QPS...
By ExchangeWire
News•Feb 25, 2026
Turkish Navy Commissions Havelsan’s Sancar Armed USV
On 24 February 2026 the Turkish Navy commissioned Havelsan’s SANCAR armed unmanned surface vehicle (USV) at a ceremony in Ankara and Aksaz Naval Base attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and senior ministers. The platform, developed with YONCA TEKNİK, leverages the...
By Naval News
News•Feb 25, 2026
Europe’s Battery Markets on the Rise: Germany Leads, Romania and Bulgaria Emerging
Aurora Energy Research's BATMAR report shows European battery storage capacity surpassing 17 GW in 2024‑25. Forecasts project over 80 GW by 2030, with long‑duration (four‑hour) batteries receiving half of the anticipated €24 bn investment. Germany leads the market, followed by the United Kingdom...
By Renewable Energy Industry
News•Feb 25, 2026
EPC Adds 3-Phase BLDC Motor Drive Inverter Evaluation Board for Humanoid Robot Joint Applications
Efficient Power Conversion (EPC) unveiled the EPC91122, a 3‑phase BLDC motor‑drive inverter evaluation board tailored for humanoid robot joint applications. The board incorporates EPC’s EPC33110 GaN ePower Stage, delivering up to 20 A RMS (28 A peak) in a 32 mm‑diameter core while supporting...
By Semiconductor Today
News•Feb 25, 2026
TapClicks Introduces SmartStory: Turning Campaign Data Into Stakeholder-Ready Presentations in Minutes
TapClicks launched SmartStory, an AI‑driven platform that converts live marketing data into polished PowerPoint and PDF decks within minutes. Built on TapClicks' enterprise‑grade data management layer, the solution pulls from thousands of MarTech and AdTech connectors to create unified, insight‑rich...
By MarTech Series
News•Feb 25, 2026
I-C3, The New National Competence Centre in Semiconductors for Startups and SMEs
Ireland has launched I‑C3, a National Competence Centre in Semiconductors dedicated to startups and SMEs. The centre, coordinated by Tyndall National Institute and co‑funded by the EU Chips Joint Undertaking, offers funding pathways, design tools, training and access to pilot‑line...
By Irish Tech News