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Author: Darren Holt

Darren Holt brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through his specialized focus on industrial computing ecosystems and automation infrastructure, where he deciphers complex technical integrations for both enterprise and engineering audiences. His analytical approach to emerging technologies—particularly industrial IoT and smart manufacturing systems—stems from hands-on experience evaluating how edge computing transforms traditional production environments. Darren consistently demystifies the convergence of operational technology with enterprise IT, offering readers practical insights into next-generation industrial architectures. This unique vantage point enables him to forecast how industrial automation trends will reshape global manufacturing paradigms.
AMD’s BFloat16 Move and Fortran’s Modern Makeover
ComputingSoftwareTechnology

AMD’s BFloat16 Move and Fortran’s Modern Makeover

AMD is pushing BFloat16 support into LLVM’s SPIR-V compiler target, expanding AI and HPC capabilities. Meanwhile, Flang-Tidy is bringing automated code cleaning to Fortran with what developers call a “sort of opinionated” approach to modernization.

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
Apple’s iOS 26.2 Beta Arrives With Sleep Score Changes
ComputingSoftwareTechnology

Apple’s iOS 26.2 Beta Arrives With Sleep Score Changes

Apple has dropped the first iOS 26.2 beta for developers just one day after iOS 26.1’s public release. The update includes adjustments to the Sleep Score feature based on user feedback. The final version should arrive before the end of the year.

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
SoftBank Plunges 10% as AI Stock Bubble Worries Hit
AIBusinessTechnology

SoftBank Plunges 10% as AI Stock Bubble Worries Hit

SoftBank shares plunged 10% while Advantest fell over 8% as investors grew wary of AI stock valuations. The selloff followed Palantir’s 8% drop despite beating earnings expectations, signaling broader concerns about the AI investment theme.

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
Thomson Reuters’ AI Bet Faces the ChatGPT Test
AIBusinessSoftware

Thomson Reuters’ AI Bet Faces the ChatGPT Test

Thomson Reuters is betting its massive legal data trove and human-edited content will give it an edge in the AI legal tech race. But shares dropped sharply as investors worry about competition from ChatGPT and well-funded newcomers. The company’s CEO admits even he doesn’t know exactly how this will

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
Microsoft shoves Copilot into Windows search box
AIComputingSoftware

Microsoft shoves Copilot into Windows search box

Microsoft is testing a major change to Windows 11 that replaces the traditional search box with Copilot AI. The feature requires specific Insider builds and third-party tools to enable, creating a mixed search and AI experience that doesn’t always work perfectly.

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
The AI Productivity Cycle Is Coming For Manufacturing
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The AI Productivity Cycle Is Coming For Manufacturing

The manufacturing industry is embracing a new framework called the AI Productivity Cycle. This three-phase approach promises to connect data silos and accelerate innovation. But is this just another tech buzzword or the real deal?

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
APAC’s AI Hype Is Over – Here Comes The Real Work
AIBusinessInnovation

APAC’s AI Hype Is Over – Here Comes The Real Work

The AI hype cycle is ending in APAC, according to new predictions. Leaders are moving beyond experimentation to focus on practical implementation and regional-specific strategies that actually work.

by Darren HoltNovember 5, 2025
Rivian’s New Robotics Spinoff Raises $110 Million
AIStartupsTechnology

Rivian’s New Robotics Spinoff Raises $110 Million

Rivian has created Mind Robotics, an industrial AI and robotics venture that’s already secured $110 million in external funding. This marks the electric vehicle maker’s second spinoff company this year following Also Inc in March.

by Darren HoltNovember 4, 2025
UK Parliament Debates Game Preservation – But No Changes Yet
BusinessGamingPolicy

UK Parliament Debates Game Preservation – But No Changes Yet

The Stop Killing Games movement reached the UK Parliament floor after Ubisoft shut down The Crew. While the government isn’t changing policy yet, several MPs passionately argued for consumer rights and game preservation. This debate marks a significant step for digital ownership advocates.

by Darren HoltNovember 4, 2025
Michael Burry Bets Against AI Bubble
AIBusinessTechnology

Michael Burry Bets Against AI Bubble

Michael Burry’s hedge fund has taken put positions against Nvidia and Palantir, betting the AI bubble will burst. The investor posted cryptic warnings about tech valuations and circular dealmaking patterns that echo the dot-com era.

by Darren HoltNovember 4, 2025

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