Digi Gearz: Latest Tech News and Innovations
August 28, 2026 - 03:50
NSF to invest $90M into three new technology centers, including one focused on roboticsThe National Science Foundation is committing $90 million to stand up three new technology centers, with a significant chunk of that money going toward a major robotics initiative. The new funding...
August 27, 2026 - 01:26
Tech: Is Technology Setting Us Free?For as long as we can remember, the future has been sold to us as a place where machines do the heavy lifting. The promise has been consistent: technology will set you free. It will connect you to...
August 26, 2026 - 08:07
Defense and space technology company expands business in AlbuquerqueALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A defense and space technology firm has officially opened its expanded operations in the Duke City. BlackVie Inc. held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday to mark the...
August 25, 2026 - 20:14
Apollo chief economist says ‘China Shock 2.0 is here’ as new wave of Chinese technology floods global markets—and it’s bad news for American companiesThe next wave of Chinese competition is not arriving in shipping containers full of cheap toys or furniture. It is coming in the form of electric vehicles, advanced batteries, and cutting-edge...
August 25, 2026 - 08:47
St. Paul Flock cam debate: How does the technology work?The heated discussion over Flock Safety cameras in St. Paul has moved beyond simple privacy concerns and into the technical weeds of how these devices actually function. At the heart of the matter...
August 24, 2026 - 20:59
APIC Solutions integrates AI technology to improve New Mexico school safetyA local technology firm is stepping up efforts to protect students and staff by weaving artificial intelligence into everyday school security. APIC Solutions, known for its work in public safety...
August 24, 2026 - 03:33
Why Did Align Technology (ALGN) Move Today?Align Technology (ALGN) drew fresh attention from investors this week as its shares closed at $162.55, reflecting a modest 2.27 percent gain in a single day. That uptick, however, comes on the...
August 23, 2026 - 04:42
Why China’s EV boom is seen as an ‘unparalleled opportunity’ in AfricaAfrican businesses are being urged to seize what industry watchers describe as a once-in-a-generation opening created by China`s rapid expansion in electric vehicle production. Experts say the wave...
August 22, 2026 - 07:39
Anthropic Could Aim to Raise $100 Billion in Blockbuster I.P.O.Anthropic, the artificial intelligence startup behind the Claude chatbot, is reportedly preparing for a massive initial public offering that could raise as much as $100 billion. According to...
August 21, 2026 - 19:24
Final Trades: Toast, Intuit, Cognex and Microchip TechnologyThe Investment Committee has weighed in on a fresh set of names for the second half of the year, and the list covers a mix of growth, value, and turnaround plays. Among the picks are Toast, Intuit,...
August 21, 2026 - 04:03
Does baseball need even more technology for plays like Pete Alonso's disputed fly ball?The New York Yankees edged out the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday night, but the game`s most talked-about moment had nothing to do with the final score. In the late innings, Pete Alonso...
August 20, 2026 - 23:51
Why the next revolution in computer chips isn’t about making them smallerFor decades, the story of computing has been about shrinking. The industry followed Moore`s Law with near-religious devotion, packing more transistors onto a single piece of silicon to make...
August 20, 2026 - 02:46
EMRTAI Picks Five Tech Firms for Critical Minerals Recovery TrialsCOLUMBUS, Ohio, August 19, 2026 - The Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative, known as EMRTAI, has chosen five technology developers from its latest application...
August 19, 2026 - 05:02
Robin Williams' Kids Fight Against AI Slop Reactivating His Instagram: "As Technology Evolves, We Want This To Be A Safe, Trusted Place"Robin Williams` three kids are taking a stand against unauthorized use of their father`s image. They have reactivated his Instagram account, but not for nostalgia or tribute posts. Instead, they...
August 18, 2026 - 23:49
What Really Happens If China Wins the AI Race?For years, the tech industry has painted Chinese artificial intelligence as a looming danger. Headlines warn of surveillance states, job losses, and a shift in global power. But the reality is far...
August 18, 2026 - 01:20
Marvell Technology, FormFactor, and Applied Materials Shares Are Soaring, What You Need To KnowShares of Marvell Technology, FormFactor, and Applied Materials all posted strong gains in afternoon trading on Wednesday, driven by a fresh wave of optimism around artificial intelligence...
August 17, 2026 - 04:34
The next China shock will come from open-source AIFor years, the phrase `China shock` described the flood of manufactured goods that reshaped Western supply chains. That era was about physical exports. The next shock, however, may not arrive in a...
August 16, 2026 - 17:09
Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology (SEHK:9863) Could Be 40% Undervalued If Margin Gains HoldZhejiang Leapmotor Technology (SEHK:9863) is getting a fresh look from investors after a stretch of uneven trading. The stock last closed at HK$40.06, and while the past week brought a gain of 2.51...
August 16, 2026 - 01:02
PAR Technology’s Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst QuestionsPAR Technology delivered a solid second quarter, and the market responded favorably to the results. The company`s stock saw a positive bump after the earnings release, which management credited to...
August 15, 2026 - 02:59
Flock Safety CEO apologizes for misuses of its surveillance technologyFlock Safety is facing a public reckoning after its top executive issued a formal apology for how its surveillance tools were used. The company, known for its license plate readers and camera...
August 14, 2026 - 08:03
From Apple to Ford: How Chinese tech is becoming harder for global companies to ignoreGlobal companies are starting to treat Chinese technology less like a cheap fallback and more like a serious partner. The shift is visible across industries, from consumer electronics to electric...
August 13, 2026 - 19:52
Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader networkThe company behind one of the largest automated license plate reader networks in the United States is making changes to how its system operates. Flock Safety, which runs tens of thousands of...
August 13, 2026 - 00:46
Quest Technology Management Wins Telarus Top Engagement 2025 AwardQuest Technology Management took home the Telarus Top Engagement 2025 award during the 2026 Telarus Partner Summit held in Dallas, Texas. The recognition highlights the company`s work throughout...
August 12, 2026 - 09:11
NobleTec donation gives Orland Park library’s technology a boostThe Orland Park Public Library has received a five hundred dollar donation from NobleTec, a local technology company. The funds are meant to support the library`s digital services, which residents...
August 11, 2026 - 20:32
Defense leaders aren’t short on new technology. They’re trying to figure out what it takes to field it.The gap between breakthrough technology and actual military deployment is the new focus for defense officials. Leaders say the problem is no longer about inventing new systems, but about finding a...
August 11, 2026 - 12:06
Roundup of California’s 2026 technology billsCalifornia lawmakers wrapped up a busy year of technology policy, and the final tally is a mix of aggressive regulation and cautious restraint. The state`s tech committees considered over 120 bills...
August 10, 2026 - 17:24
Sweat equity: MTA, Mamdani admin to study heat removal technology in Lower Manhattan subway complexAnyone who has spent time underground in New York City during a heat wave knows the feeling: the heavy air, the damp platform, and the slow drip of sweat while you wait for a train that seems to...
August 10, 2026 - 09:24
Samsung partners with U.S. lab on extreme-cold heating technologySamsung Electronics has announced a new collaboration with U.S. national laboratories to develop heat-pump systems that can operate reliably in severe winter conditions. The project focuses on...
August 9, 2026 - 22:56
BlackSky Technology (BKSY) Is Up 26.5% After Reaffirming 2026 Outlook On Gen-3 Imagery MomentumBlackSky Technology Inc. saw its stock climb 26.5 percent in early trading after the company posted stronger second-quarter results and doubled down on its full-year guidance, citing growing demand...
August 9, 2026 - 09:13
AI and same-day delivery are now the two forcing functions reshaping U.S. ecommerce operationsRetailers across the United States are overhauling their supply chains as artificial intelligence and same-day delivery become the twin engines of modern ecommerce. Companies like Lululemon,...