AI continues as core focus of thematic funds in 2026, says BlackRock

AI continues as core focus of thematic funds in 2026, says BlackRock

Mega forces converge to reshape portfolios as AI depth, defense digitization, and energy constraints are redefining thematic investing for advisors. Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation, infrastructure expansion, and digital assets are the intersecting forces reshaping portfolio construction and opportunity sets in 2026. Markets are increasingly driven by long-term structural themes rather than short-term cycles and BlackRock’s…

Steam Refines AI Policy: Focus Shifts to Player-Facing Content Over Development Tools

Steam Refines AI Policy: Focus Shifts to Player-Facing Content Over Development Tools

The debate over AI disclosure labels in gaming just got a little clearer, at least on Steam. Valve has quietly updated its AI disclosure requirements for developers, specifying exactly when generative AI usage needs to be flagged on the platform. This update comes on the heels of Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney’s controversial statement that…

CES 2026 Sees AI Industry Shift Focus from Hardware to AI Product Deployment

CES 2026 Sees AI Industry Shift Focus from Hardware to AI Product Deployment

Classified in: Science and technologySubject: TDS LAS VEGAS, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At CES 2026, industry discussions around artificial intelligence are moving beyond hardware innovation and toward the challenges of taking AI-native products from launch to global adoption. This shift was a central theme at “CES 2026: Builders, Brands and Beers”, a side event…

Ethernet groups keep 2026 focus on higher bandwidth, AI demands

Ethernet groups keep 2026 focus on higher bandwidth, AI demands

The 400G/lane project represents the next step in Ethernet’s bandwidth evolution. The Ethernet Alliance will continue its ecosystem work in 2026, demonstrating interoperability at multiple events and organizing another 200G/lane plugfest. Ultra Ethernet adapts to evolving AI workloads Following the release of its 1.0 specification, the Ultra Ethernet Consortium is tackling three technical priorities in…