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Tech Giants Face Robotaxi Grills, RAM Crisis, and Russian Hackers

Tech Giants Face Challenges Amidst Security Threats and Market Shifts

Several major players in the technology sector faced a mix of challenges and milestones this week, ranging from security breaches and regulatory scrutiny to hardware delays and financial achievements.

Microsoft issued an urgent security patch for its Office software late last month after researchers discovered a critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-21509. According to Ars Technica, Russian-state hackers, known by various names including APT28 and Fancy Bear, wasted no time in exploiting the vulnerability. Within 48 hours of the patch release, the group developed an advanced exploit that compromised devices within diplomatic, maritime, and transport organizations in multiple countries. The hackers installed previously unseen backdoors after reverse-engineering the patch.

Meanwhile, in the realm of autonomous vehicles, Waymo and Tesla executives testified before a U.S. Senate committee, urging lawmakers to establish clear regulations for the burgeoning industry. Andrew J. Hawkins of The Verge reported that both companies cautioned that the lack of regulatory clarity could put the U.S. at a disadvantage compared to countries like China. However, senators appeared divided on the best path forward, with no immediate agreement in sight. The hearing focused on safety concerns, liability issues, and the potential for China to take the lead in autonomous vehicle technology.

Valve announced a delay in the release of its Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Controller hardware. According to The Verge, the company cited the ongoing RAM crisis as a factor impacting both the shipping schedule and pricing plans. Valve stated it needed to revisit its plans due to these challenges.

In other news, Google's parent company, Alphabet, announced that its annual revenue topped $400 billion for the first time. Emma Roth of The Verge reported that the company's Q4 2025 earnings report highlighted a 15 percent year-over-year increase, driven by growth in its cloud business and YouTube. YouTube's annual revenue alone exceeded $60 billion in ads and subscriptions.

Nintendo's new Virtual Boy peripheral for the Switch console received mixed reviews. Charles Pulliam-Moore of The Verge described the device as "more fun to look at than to play," noting that while the hardware was a well-built piece of nostalgia, its games felt stuck in the past. The original Virtual Boy was a commercial failure, but its infamy has contributed to its cult following.

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