Polly Chu has been appointed executive director of the Battery Tech Hub, a Binghamton University-led initiative within the New Energy New York ecosystem, which aims to strengthen U.S. battery manufacturing and support technology innovation. The initiative operates under the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge, focusing on workforce development, education, prototyping, and supply chain support. Chu brings over 30 years of industry experience, including roles at Corning Incorporated and 21 patents in material science. The Battery Tech Hub collaborates with organizations such as the National Science Foundation’s Energy Storage Engine to align innovation and workforce development, supporting both startups and established companies in the region.

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Cisco has doubled its presence in Washington D.C. by opening a technology showcase that allows business and government clients to explore networking, cybersecurity, and collaboration solutions through interactive demonstrations and workshops. The facility provides direct access to Cisco experts, supports digital transformation initiatives, and offers personalized consultations. The expansion is intended to foster networking and knowledge sharing among industry leaders, technology professionals, startups, and established enterprises in the D.C. area. Cisco’s investment is part of a long-term strategy to support modernization efforts in both public and private sectors.

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Microsoft is updating Windows 11 File Explorer with preloading to improve launch speed, particularly on devices with limited processing power, and allowing users to disable this feature if desired. The context menu is being redesigned to reduce clutter by moving less-used actions into submenus and grouping common tasks in a new manage file flyout. Cloud file options, including Send to My Phone, are relocated to a dedicated section. These changes are in developer preview builds and are expected to roll out to all users in early 2026.

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A federal judge is considering whether to break up Google's advertising technology business following arguments from the Department of Justice that a forced sale of key ad tech units is necessary to restore competition. The DOJ seeks the divestiture of technology handling ad transactions and data sharing with competitors, while Google proposes behavioral changes as a faster alternative to a lengthy breakup process. Judge Leonie Brinkema, who previously ruled Google holds illegal ad tech monopolies, is weighing the practicality and timing of both remedies, with a decision expected next year. The outcome could mark the first major breakup of a tech giant in the modern internet era and significantly impact Google's $3.64 trillion business.

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Google has introduced a new feature for the Pixel 10 smartphone that allows users to share files directly with iPhones using a workaround compatible with Apple's AirDrop protocol. This update enables cross-platform file transfers between Android and iOS devices, addressing previous limitations in mixed-device environments. The development targets business owners and teams that use both platforms, aiming to improve workflow efficiency and device interoperability. The move also challenges Apple's closed ecosystem and may influence future industry standards for mobile file sharing.

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A U.S. court is considering whether Google must break up its advertising technology business after the Department of Justice and several states alleged the company holds illegal monopolies in digital advertising. Judge Leonie Brinkema has ruled that Google maintains two illegal ad tech monopolies, and the DOJ is seeking the sale of Google's AdX platform to restore competition. Google argues that a breakup would be technically complex and disruptive. The company plans to appeal any adverse rulings, potentially extending the legal process for years. Google is also appealing a separate antitrust decision related to its search and advertising practices. Other major tech companies, including Meta, Amazon, and Apple, are facing similar antitrust cases in the United States.

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Xchange Chicago opened a 28,000-square-foot technology business hub in Grand Crossing to provide workforce development and tech innovation opportunities for local residents. The initiative, supported by the Comer Science and Education Foundation, P33, SDI Presence, and community stakeholders, offers apprenticeship programs in fields such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, leading to direct job placements with SDI Presence. Mayor Brandon Johnson and business leaders attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and SDI Presence committed to a 10-year lease at the facility. The project aims to redirect IT outsourcing budgets to local services, support economic growth, and bring IT investment back to Chicago.

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Action1, Cart.com, and Tellihealth, all based in Houston, secured spots on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list, which ranks North America's fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies by three-year revenue growth. Action1 provides cloud-based endpoint security and patch management, Cart.com offers an e-commerce platform for online sales and logistics, and Tellihealth delivers remote patient monitoring solutions. Their inclusion highlights Houston's increasing presence in the national technology sector.

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Microsoft introduced Copilot Actions, an experimental AI feature for Windows designed to automate tasks such as file organization and email management. Security experts identified vulnerabilities including AI hallucinations and prompt injection, which can result in incorrect responses and allow hackers to execute malicious commands. Microsoft stated that Copilot Actions is off by default and recommended only experienced users enable it, but did not specify required expertise or protective steps. IT administrators can manage the feature using tools like Intune, though concerns remain about user awareness and security prompt fatigue. Similar AI integrations are being adopted by other major tech companies, often moving from optional to default features. Business leaders are advised to evaluate security risks when adopting new AI technologies.

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Cisco is doubling its office space in Washington D.C. to establish a technology showcase for clients in the public and private sectors. The new facility will provide hands-on access to networking, cybersecurity, and collaboration tools, enabling organizations to explore digital solutions and collaborate with Cisco experts. This expansion aims to support digital transformation and innovation for business and government clients in the region.

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