CTV’s next buying cycle is getting more fragmented — and more strategic

Connected TV is no longer a simple shift from linear to streaming. For marketers heading into 2026, the challenge is how to balance reach, measurement, inventory quality and platform leverage across a more crowded field.
OpenAI model cracks a long-standing conjecture in discrete geometry

OpenAI says one of its models identified a counterexample that overturns a central conjecture in discrete geometry, a striking signal of how AI tools are moving deeper into frontier math.
Fujifilm’s Instax Wide 400 keeps instant photography simple — just bigger

The Instax Wide 400 doesn’t try to reinvent instant photography. It takes the familiar Instax formula, scales up the print size, and doubles down on easy, social shooting.
Dyson’s 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum drops to $279.99 in limited-time deal

A limited-time price cut brings Dyson’s 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum down to $279.99, sharply lowering the entry point for one of the company’s headline-grabbing cleaners.
The Fitness Game That Can Actually Make a Run Feel Fun Again

For people who struggle to stay motivated, fitness games are proving that exercise can work better when it feels less like a chore and more like play.
AI Is Rewriting Ad Creative. Brands Need a Smarter Playbook

AI is speeding up ad creative, but better output still depends on sharper strategy, stronger inputs, and tighter brand control.
San Francisco Housing Is Running Hot Again — and Tech Is in the Middle of It

San Francisco’s housing market is snapping back with unusual force, and the city’s latest tech wave appears to be helping drive the pressure.
Oracle workers pushed for better severance after layoffs. The company declined.

After recent layoffs, a group of Oracle employees tried to secure better severance terms. Oracle said no, highlighting the hard limits workers face once cuts are underway.
Asus takes aim at Elgato with a compact touchscreen side display

Asus is moving into the creator desk setup race with a compact touchscreen display designed for quick controls, widgets, and always-on tools.
How OpenAI Says It Runs Codex Safely Inside the Company

OpenAI has detailed how it handles internal use of Codex, focusing on practical safeguards, review layers, and the limits it places on coding agents in real-world workflows.