Smartphone and RAM prices are rising in 2026 due to global memory shortages, explosive AI demand, higher manufacturing costs, and supply chain constraints. As memory suppliers prioritize profitable enterprise markets, smartphone makers face higher component costs, leading to increased device prices, longer upgrade cycles, and fewer budget-friendly options for consumers.

In Playtest, an American traveler volunteers for an experimental augmented reality game that adapts to his deepest fears. As the simulation spirals out of control, he loses grip on reality, with terrifying consequences that reveal the hidden dangers of immersive technology.

Hollywood icon Sharon Stone proves age is no barrier to boldness in a striking new Vogue Adria photoshoot. At 67, the Basic Instinct star rocks sheer ensembles, glossy power suits, and unapologetic poses, continuing her legacy as a symbol of ageless empowerment and unapologetic femininity.

At the 78th Tony Awards, Brooke Shields turned heads not just with her style, but with sentiment. Her red clutch—crafted from the curtains of Radio City Music Hall—served as a powerful tribute to her stage legacy and her role as Actors’ Equity president.

Television czarina Ektaa Kapoor is bringing back Bade Achhe Lagte Hain for its fourth season, promising a modern, emotionally layered narrative that blends nostalgia with contemporary storytelling.

Faced with stringent U.S. export restrictions, Chinese technology giants are shifting their AI development strategies away from dependence on NVIDIA. In response, these companies are ramping up domestic innovation, forming strategic alliances, and exploring new chip solutions to remain competitive in the global AI race.

Intel’s new dual-GPU AI card with 48GB RAM is built for next-gen AI applications, offering enhanced performance, memory, and efficiency to rival top-tier accelerators in the market.

Telstra’s “Connected Future 30” is a forward-thinking strategy focusing on 6G, AI, and sustainable digital infrastructure to shape Australia’s telecom landscape through 2030.

Gold prices showed a bearish trend this week, driven by a stronger U.S. dollar, increasing treasury yields, and easing geopolitical tensions. Investors are closely watching global inflation data and central bank signals for further direction.