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Billionaire space race – Blue Origin lifts off
Billionaire Jeff Bezos has made his first journey to space, in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship, New Shepard.
Bezos was accompanied by his younger brother Mark as well as Wally Funk, an 82-year-old pioneer of the space race, and a student.
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They travelled in a capsule with the biggest windows flown in space, offering stunning views of the Earth.
New Shepard is built by Bezos’ company Blue Origin and is designed to serve the burgeoning market for space tourism.
Once the rocket reached space, it was time to return to earth.
The capsule touched back down after a 10-minute and 10-second flight.
Rescue crews followed the capsule as it returned to earth under three parachutes.
The crew was then brought out of the capsule and back to land after the short flight to space.
Jeff Bezos told NBC News it was his “Best day ever!”
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But Mr Bezos, and other participants in the “billionaire space race”, have been criticised for offering what some regard as mere joy rides for the super-wealthy.
Mr Bezos insists his underlying rationale is an environmental one: “We need to take all heavy industry, all polluting industry and move it into space, and keep Earth as this beautiful gem of a planet that it is,” he told MSNBC.
Still, the flight received praise from his competitor Richard Branson, who tweeted:
Blue Origin’s flight comes a week after Richard Branson blasted into space on board Virgin Galactic.
Tech
Global memory chip shortage set to drive electronics prices higher
Global memory chip shortage raises electronics prices; impacts PCs, smartphones, and likely continues until 2026.
Global memory chip shortage raises electronics prices; impacts PCs, smartphones, and likely continues until 2026.
A severe global shortage of memory chips is sending shockwaves through the electronics industry, causing prices to rise across consumer devices. Experts warn that this shortage will continue until at least 2026, affecting everything from PCs to smartphones.
Major manufacturers, including Samsung Electronics, have reported record profits but caution that rising memory chip prices could put further pressure on the sector. This shortage is largely driven by AI technology demands, forcing companies to rethink production priorities.
Consumers should expect higher costs for electronics in the coming months, with price increases likely to continue through the end of 2026.
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CES 2026 Highlights: AI, robotics, and the future of innovation
CES 2026 explores AI, robotics, and sustainability, reshaping the global economy and redefining productivity and market dynamics.
CES 2026 explores AI, robotics, and sustainability, reshaping the global economy and redefining productivity and market dynamics
CES 2026 in Las Vegas is showing how technology is not just shaping consumer products but redefining the global economy. From AI breakthroughs to robotics innovations, the event highlights how new technologies are changing the way we work, move, and invest.
Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technologies joins us to share his insights on the biggest trends driving this transformation.
The event underscores the growing role of AI in shaping both market dynamics and consumer demand patterns, signalling a new era of innovation.
Robotics, mobility, and sustainability are also at the forefront. From real-time AI-driven mobility tech to energy-efficient computing, CES demonstrates how emerging technologies are integrating across sectors. Brad discusses the intersections of technology, sustainability, and capital expenditure, revealing how these trends are set to reshape productivity paradigms and sector leadership in the coming years.
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CES 2026 opens with AI powering the future of tech
AI dominates CES 2026 in Las Vegas, shaping future tech with smarter, personalized products for everyday use.
AI dominates CES 2026 in Las Vegas, shaping future tech with smarter, personalized products for everyday use.
The annual Consumer Electronics Show has officially opened in Las Vegas, with artificial intelligence taking centre stage across nearly every major product category on display. From consumer gadgets to enterprise tools, AI is shaping how technology is designed, used and experienced.
Major tech companies are showcasing smarter, faster and more personalised products, highlighting how AI is moving beyond concepts and into everyday applications. The focus this year is on practicality, efficiency, and seamless integration into daily life.
As CES continues, the event is setting the tone for where technology is heading in 2026, with AI no longer an add-on but a foundation for innovation.
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