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Despite persistent gender inequity in tech, with female founders securing only 12% of VC funding in Europe last year, there are optimistic trends. An increase in investment size and M&A activity for tech firms indicates progress, highlighting the need for greater support for women founders.

Despite a rise in revenue, HPE plans to lay off up to 3,000 employees due to economic challenges and costs related to its Juniper acquisition. The layoffs, primarily by redundancy and attrition, aim to streamline costs amid declining earnings forecasts.

United Airlines has begun installing Starlink Wi-Fi on its aircraft, offering speeds up to 250 Mbps, 50 times faster than current systems. The installation process takes about four days, significantly shorter than traditional methods, enhancing passenger connectivity and reducing downtime.

Malicious Chrome extensions can mimic other installed tools to deceive users, stealing credentials and cryptocurrency. They exploit browser design, avoiding detection by security software, posing significant risk to users and organizations. Researchers urge browser-native security solutions.

Safe{Wallet} confirmed that North Korean state-sponsored hackers executed a $1.5 billion crypto heist on Bybit. Threat actors erased traces to obstruct investigations. Google Cloud Mandiant is now involved to assist in the probe.

MIT researchers are developing knitted microtissue scaffolds that mimic natural tissue movements, which enhances cell survival and wound healing. This approach uses industrial knitting techniques to create flexible, biocompatible structures that can aid in the repair of various soft tissues.

The Senate voted to remove the CFPB's regulatory authority over digital platforms, an action seen as beneficial to Elon Musk's interests in X and other ventures. Concerns arise over potential conflicts of interest and the lack of sufficient government oversight on Musk's actions.

The Pentagon partners with Scale AI to integrate AI agents into decision-making and operations planning, marking AI's most significant role in the Western defense sector so far.

A writer at CES 2025 experiences the practicality of a lightweight exoskeleton, enabling efficient mobility in a crowded setting. This innovation highlights exoskeletons' potential for enhancing daily life, beyond their traditional medical and elderly care uses.