Last week we provided a first look at the new and completely-redesigned System76 Thelio Mira desktop chassis. Today System76 is formally announcing the availability of their new Thelio Mira Linux desktop. Last week's article went over the new Thelio Mira case and provided plenty of views of it. In today's articles are some benchmarks from this new pre-built Linux desktop computer and more details ...
Last week we provided a first look at the new and completely-redesigned System76 Thelio Mira desktop chassis. Today System76 is formally announcing the availability of their new Thelio Mira Linux desktop. Last week's article went over the new Thelio Mira case and provided plenty of views of it. In today's articles are some benchmarks from this new pre-built Linux desktop computer and more details on the new Thelio design. For end-users the new Thelio chassis is more convenient with the front panel I/O, the new "Precision Industrialism" design is a fresh look of the Thelio chassis depending upon if you liked the wood veneer look of their original design, and the improved internal layout of the Thelio Mira offers a reported 13 degree reduction in heat. The new Thelio chassis is also designed to be more easily repairable than its predecessor. The new Thelio Mira "thelio-mira-r4-n4" desktop is based around the latest AMD Ryzen 9000 series (Zen 5) desktop processors and can be configured with up to the Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-core 3D V-Cache model. There is also support for up to 192GB of DDR5 memory, up to 28TB of solid state storage, and NVIDIA graphics up to the GeForce RTX 5090. The System76 Thelio Mira Elite configuration will ship with the Ryzen 9 9950X, 96GB of DDR5-5600 memory, 4TB of PCIe SSD storage, and the Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card. I have been testing the new Thelio Mira thelio-mira-r4-n4 over the past week and it has been working out well in my initial testing. The review unit was configured with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processor, 4 x 32GB DDR5 memory, 4TB Crucial NVMe SSD, and GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. The System76 Thelio Mira shipped with Pop!_OS 24.04 and its new COSMIC desktop environment.
Hitachi’s power solution for AI infrastructure integrates with NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint as SimReady assets to accelerate development of AI Factory digital twins. When used in digital twin design phases, the Hitachi SimReady assets enable simulation to accelerate delivery of quality, modular power needed for gigawatt-scale AI factories. Innovation combines Hitachi's industry-leading expertise...
Hitachi’s power solution for AI infrastructure integrates with NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint as SimReady assets to accelerate development of AI Factory digital twins. When used in digital twin design phases, the Hitachi SimReady assets enable simulation to accelerate delivery of quality, modular power needed for gigawatt-scale AI factories. Innovation combines Hitachi's industry-leading expertise in physical AI, power, automation, and control architecture. SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 17, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501) today unveiled its 800-volt direct current (800 VDC) power and control architecture as fully integrated into the Vera Rubin DSX reference design, and compatible with the NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint to support future NVIDIA rack designs in gigawatt-scale AI factories. The three-dimensional (3D) simulation model of Hitachi’s solution, enabled by OpenUSD, replicates power behavior across the full electrical chain—from the utility grid to the data center rack—helping data center developers and utilities design, simulate, and deploy AI factories faster and with confidence. GTC 2026 attendees can experience the new grid-to-rack architecture demo in Hitachi’s booth #344 March 16 to 19. Bridging the Physical and Digital Worlds The simulation model, aggregated using OpenUSD and powered by industrial software providers and Omniverse libraries, equips data center developers and utilities with the following key features and benefits: SimReady Asset Integration: The power and control architecture integrates with the NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint as SimReady assets, bridging the gap between design and operational workflows. Grid Stability: The power solution design demonstrates stable, consistent power delivery to 800 VDC racks while maintaining grid compliance across a wide range of operating use cases. In the 3D simulation, Hitachi’s advanced power electronics and digital control algorithms analyze power quality disturbances caused by spiky A...
Witnesses and survivors have described the horrific scenes of a Pakistani air raid that hit a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul, killing more than 400 people, who burned in their beds or were crushed by the collapsing building. Afghan rescue crews were still digging bodies out of the rubble on Tuesday after the strike, the deadliest single attack so far in a three-week war between the two countr...
Witnesses and survivors have described the horrific scenes of a Pakistani air raid that hit a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul, killing more than 400 people, who burned in their beds or were crushed by the collapsing building. Afghan rescue crews were still digging bodies out of the rubble on Tuesday after the strike, the deadliest single attack so far in a three-week war between the two countries. An ambulance driver Haji Fahim said he arrived at the hospital to find “everything was burning, people were burning”. “Early in the morning they called me again and told me to come back because there are still bodies under the rubble,” he told Reuters. View image in fullscreen Mohammad Nabi Omari, Afghanistan’s deputy interior minister, speaks at the scene. Photograph: Samiullah Popal/EPA While some structures were still standing, much of the compound had been reduced to blackened rubble. Bunk beds stood in the open after roofs had collapsed, with blankets, mattresses and shoes strewn across the area. Surviving patients, dressed uniformly in green outfits and with shaved heads, sat inside a yard. The Afghan interior ministry spokesperson Abdul Mateen Qanie said 408 people were killed and 265 injured at the state-run Omid hospital, which was hit late on Monday evening. Authorities did not give details of how they counted the dead, although multiple eyewitness accounts suggested a mass-casualty event. The Norwegian Refugee Council, an independent aid group, said its staff had seen large numbers of casualties. “We visited the hospital treating addicts in Kabul this morning and found hundreds of civilians dead and injured,” it said in a statement. Yousaf Rahim, a patient, said everyone was inside the wards when the explosion happened. “My bed was in the corner, and I suffered injuries to my leg and thigh. It was a horrific scene. Patients fell from their beds, screaming and running as fire and smoke filled the wards and rooms,” he said. View image in fullscreen The destruc...
According to Counterpoint Research, Apple could capture 46% of the North American foldable smartphone market in 2026—a staggering share for a product that doesn't yet exist. And that projection is already forcing rivals into defensive mode. The battle for foldables isn't coming. It's starting now. Rivals Are Repositioning Ahead Of Launch The shift is clear: OEMs are doubling down on book-type fold...
According to Counterpoint Research, Apple could capture 46% of the North American foldable smartphone market in 2026—a staggering share for a product that doesn't yet exist. And that projection is already forcing rivals into defensive mode. The battle for foldables isn't coming. It's starting now. Rivals Are Repositioning Ahead Of Launch The shift is clear: OEMs are doubling down on book-type foldables—larger, productivity-focused devices that align more closely with what Apple is likely to launch. Samsung is preparing its next-generation Galaxy Z Fold lineup, Motorola is moving beyond clamshells with a new Razr Fold, and Google is refining its Pixel Fold with thinner designs and improved hinges. This isn't a coincidence. It's positioning. Why Apple Has The Advantage Foldables have long been treated as experimental—high-priced devices searching for a clear use case. Apple may change that. With years of experience optimizing large-screen software through iPadOS, Apple enters the category with a key edge: making bigger displays actually useful. That could shift foldables from novelty devices to productivity-first flagships. And in North America, Apple's installed base does the rest. Early demand is expected to come largely from existing iPhone users upgrading within the ecosystem—but even Android users considering foldables may now hesitate, waiting to see Apple's offering. A 20% Growth Market Meets A New Leader The foldable market is projected to grow 20% year-over-year in 2026, according to the research note, but Apple's entry may define who captures that growth. Despite accounting for just 1.6% of total smartphone shipments today, foldables are becoming increasingly important for OEMs chasing higher margins in a saturated market. That makes the stakes clear. The Real Battle Starts In North America If Apple delivers, the impact will be immediate—and concentrated. North America is where Apple's dominance is strongest, and where rivals face the greatest risk of share ...
aluxum/E+ via Getty Images Shares of Conmed Corporation ( CNMD ) fell on Tuesday after Piper Sandler downgraded the stock to Neutral from Overweight, noting a lack of catalysts that can spark investor interest in the orthopedic device maker. The analyst Matt O'Brien said that after “sticking with Conmed” ( CNMD ) through a slowdown in demand for the company’s AirSeal robotic solution, his firm has...
aluxum/E+ via Getty Images Shares of Conmed Corporation ( CNMD ) fell on Tuesday after Piper Sandler downgraded the stock to Neutral from Overweight, noting a lack of catalysts that can spark investor interest in the orthopedic device maker. The analyst Matt O'Brien said that after “sticking with Conmed” ( CNMD ) through a slowdown in demand for the company’s AirSeal robotic solution, his firm has chosen to jump ship and downgrade the company. While “AirSeal did not completely implode” after the introduction of a rival product from Intuitive Surgical ( ISRG ), “messaging around that situation and additional execution missteps have weighed on the stock for two years now," the analyst wrote. O'Brien cites better prospects in other SMID-cap MedTech names such as Tandem Diabetes ( TNDM ), which he concurrently upgraded to Overweight on Tuesday. He argued that “we do not see a catalyst to turn things around at the moment," even as the company has a compelling valuation and M&A capacity to add tuck-in acquisitions. More on CONMED CONMED Corporation (CNMD) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript CONMED Corporation 2025 Q4 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation CONMED Corporation (CNMD) Presents at 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference - Slideshow Conmed outlines 2026 revenue target of $1.345B–$1.375B while advancing portfolio focus and supply chain improvements CONMED announces departure of CFO Todd Garner
hapabapa/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction The coverage of the AI supply chain that I am sharing still has one gap that today I would like to fill: memory, and, in particular, the bottleneck that is being formed . As Micron Technology ( MU ) is about to release its Q2 earnings, I feel almost compelled to take action. I will have to start by admitting a big mistake. MU was a stock I bo...
hapabapa/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction The coverage of the AI supply chain that I am sharing still has one gap that today I would like to fill: memory, and, in particular, the bottleneck that is being formed . As Micron Technology ( MU ) is about to release its Q2 earnings, I feel almost compelled to take action. I will have to start by admitting a big mistake. MU was a stock I bought in the second half of 2021 at a price around $90. I was convinced that chips would do well, and I had selected Micron as my pick. Then, the 2022 bear market hit, but I held the stock. I sold it when early news came out about the 2023 chip price collapse. In hindsight, it is one of my costliest mistakes ever, only partly compensated by the market-beating returns I had on the money I redeployed ( mostly on Google ). Needless to say, the stock has soared and trades now just shy of $450, with the most interesting part being that its factor grades are incredibly and consistently attractive. Seeking Alpha With this in mind, let's understand why Micron is such a hot stock right now and what we could expect for the foreseeable future. Micron Technology at a Glance Micron Technology is the only big American player in integrated device manufacturing. It means it plays in the chips industry, but while companies such as NVIDIA and AMD focus more on logic, Micron leans toward advanced memory (DRAM) and storage (NAND), with a 79%-21% volume split as of Q1 2026. It reports its revenue in four business units: cloud memory (CMBU), mobile and client (MCBU), core data center (CDBU), and automotive and embedded (AEBU). As of the last quarter, cloud accounted for 38.7% of total revenues, mobile and client for 31.2%, core data center reached 17.4%, and automotive and embedded was at 12.6%. As AI becomes a bigger part of our lives, Micron has to confront, among others, one big problem. Normal DRAM is usually positioned a few inches away from the processor. But this is not acceptable for AI u...
hapabapa/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction The coverage of the AI supply chain that I am sharing still has one gap that today I would like to fill: memory, and, in particular, the bottleneck that is being formed . As Micron Technology ( MU ) is about to release its Q2 earnings, I feel almost compelled to take action. I will have to start by admitting a big mistake. MU was a stock I bo...
hapabapa/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction The coverage of the AI supply chain that I am sharing still has one gap that today I would like to fill: memory, and, in particular, the bottleneck that is being formed . As Micron Technology ( MU ) is about to release its Q2 earnings, I feel almost compelled to take action. I will have to start by admitting a big mistake. MU was a stock I bought in the second half of 2021 at a price around $90. I was convinced that chips would do well, and I had selected Micron as my pick. Then, the 2022 bear market hit, but I held the stock. I sold it when early news came out about the 2023 chip price collapse. In hindsight, it is one of my costliest mistakes ever, only partly compensated by the market-beating returns I had on the money I redeployed ( mostly on Google ). Needless to say, the stock has soared and trades now just shy of $450, with the most interesting part being that its factor grades are incredibly and consistently attractive. Seeking Alpha With this in mind, let's understand why Micron is such a hot stock right now and what we could expect for the foreseeable future. Micron Technology at a Glance Micron Technology is the only big American player in integrated device manufacturing. It means it plays in the chips industry, but while companies such as NVIDIA and AMD focus more on logic, Micron leans toward advanced memory (DRAM) and storage (NAND), with a 79%-21% volume split as of Q1 2026. It reports its revenue in four business units: cloud memory (CMBU), mobile and client (MCBU), core data center (CDBU), and automotive and embedded (AEBU). As of the last quarter, cloud accounted for 38.7% of total revenues, mobile and client for 31.2%, core data center reached 17.4%, and automotive and embedded was at 12.6%. As AI becomes a bigger part of our lives, Micron has to confront, among others, one big problem. Normal DRAM is usually positioned a few inches away from the processor. But this is not acceptable for AI u...
Alibaba BABA is scheduled to report third-quarter fiscal 2026 results on March 19. For the fiscal third quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $41.65 billion, suggesting an 8.51% rise from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pinned at $1.91 per share, indicating a decline of 34.81% from the prior-year quarter’s reported figu...
Alibaba BABA is scheduled to report third-quarter fiscal 2026 results on March 19. For the fiscal third quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $41.65 billion, suggesting an 8.51% rise from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pinned at $1.91 per share, indicating a decline of 34.81% from the prior-year quarter’s reported figure. Alibaba has a mixed earnings surprise history. In the last reported quarter, the company delivered a negative earnings surprise of 4.87%. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in one of the trailing four quarters and missed the same thrice, the average surprise being 0.29%. Alibaba Group Holding Limited Price and EPS Surprise Alibaba Group Holding Limited Price and EPS Surprise Alibaba Group Holding Limited price-eps-surprise | Alibaba Group Holding Limited Quote Earnings Whispers for BABA Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Alibaba this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. This is not the case here. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter. BABA has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. Factors to Note for BABA Ahead of Q3 Results Investors should exercise caution ahead of Alibaba's third-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings, as mounting structural pressures are expected to have weighed heavily on the e-commerce giant's near-term profitability. The December quarter is likely to have reflected compounding headwinds from elevated investment commitments and increasingly difficult year-over-year comparisons. Customer management revenue growth is expected to have decelerated during the quarter. The payment processing fee Alibaba began charging in September 2024 had supported prio...
Rating agencies have been broadly positive, but their outlook is turning more cautious — especially in high yield — as geopolitical risks rise and spreads remain tight. In this episode of Inside Active, host David Cohne, mutual fund and active management analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, along with co-host Sam Geier, corporate credit strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, speak with David Sherman,...
Rating agencies have been broadly positive, but their outlook is turning more cautious — especially in high yield — as geopolitical risks rise and spreads remain tight. In this episode of Inside Active, host David Cohne, mutual fund and active management analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, along with co-host Sam Geier, corporate credit strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, speak with David Sherman, founder and chief investment officer of CrossingBridge Advisors and a portfolio manager of the Rive
Greece is positioning itself as a key gas hub for central and southeastern Europe as the continent moves toward a full phaseout of Russian energy, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said. The country has shifted from “a country which was sitting on the periphery of the European energy system into a core player when it comes to southeastern Europe,” Mitsotakis said at a Bloomberg event in Athens. E...
Greece is positioning itself as a key gas hub for central and southeastern Europe as the continent moves toward a full phaseout of Russian energy, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said. The country has shifted from “a country which was sitting on the periphery of the European energy system into a core player when it comes to southeastern Europe,” Mitsotakis said at a Bloomberg event in Athens. Europe has been pushing to replace Russian pipeline gas with liquefied natural gas following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, reshaping supply routes and boosting the role of transit nations. While Greece’s location at the crossroads of the Balkans and eastern Mediterranean makes it a key LNG entry point, countries such as Poland, Croatia and Lithuania are also building out their own import capacity. Backed by the government, gas-grid operator Desfa SA is advancing the so-called Vertical Gas Corridor, a project aimed at linking Greece’s network with those in countries including Romania and Ukraine and boosting regional transport capacity. The company inaugurated a new compressor station in northern Greece in November, enabling higher LNG imports and increasing export capacity to neighboring markets. The expansion has already allowed Greece to supply gas to Ukraine during periods of acute strain, Mitsotakis said, positioning the country as a provider of energy security across southeastern Europe. It also “ties us geopolitically with the US,” he said. The US was Greece’s main LNG supplier in 2025, with imports reaching 26.56 terawatt-hours, nearly double the previous year and accounting for more than 86% of total volumes. The growing role of LNG is reinforcing Greece’s position in the regional gas market, industry executives said. “The use of LNG is picking up pace and making up a much larger share of supply in our region, and Greece has become a hub,” Helleniq Energy Holdings SA Chief Executive Officer Andreas Shiamishis said at the event. There is room for a third LNG import fa...
Nvidia itself was, oddly enough, one of the technology stocks moving the least after CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote address at the chip maker’s GTC conference on Monday afternoon. “We did learn a lot I guess, but just seems to me the previews, hype and anticipation all well exceed the actual near term impact and stock moves into and out of the event,” wrote Jordan Klein, an analyst at Mizuho Securitie...
Nvidia itself was, oddly enough, one of the technology stocks moving the least after CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote address at the chip maker’s GTC conference on Monday afternoon. “We did learn a lot I guess, but just seems to me the previews, hype and anticipation all well exceed the actual near term impact and stock moves into and out of the event,” wrote Jordan Klein, an analyst at Mizuho Securities, in a note Tuesday. The muted reaction from Nvidia and the wider tech sector doesn’t mean no stocks were reacting.
BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. BBAI is expanding its geographic footprint with a growing focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a defined step in its international expansion strategy. The company identified the region as an area of opportunity, particularly across government and national security applications. BigBear.ai is building its presence in the UAE through partnerships and operational...
BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. BBAI is expanding its geographic footprint with a growing focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a defined step in its international expansion strategy. The company identified the region as an area of opportunity, particularly across government and national security applications. BigBear.ai is building its presence in the UAE through partnerships and operational investments. In 2025, the company entered into partnerships with UAE-based entities, including Vigilix and Easy Lease, a subsidiary of International Holding Company. These collaborations are focused on delivering AI-enabled capabilities across safety, mobility and operational effectiveness. BBAI also partnered with Abu Dhabi Ports to develop AI-driven solutions for government and critical infrastructure customers. To support these initiatives, BigBear.ai established a wholly owned subsidiary and opened an office in the World Trade Center in Abu Dhabi. The company stated that it plans to hire and develop local talent, indicating an effort to build operations within the region rather than relying solely on external partnerships. The UAE expansion aligns with broader investment activity in the region. Management referenced a long-term investment framework announced by the UAE, which includes AI infrastructure as a key pillar. BigBear.ai noted that its capabilities in ports, borders and critical infrastructure are aligned with these areas. BigBear.ai also indicated that its presence in the UAE may support expansion into additional markets. The company highlighted opportunities to extend its offerings into Africa and Southeast Asia through relationships developed in the region. Taken together, these developments place BigBear.ai within international government-linked projects while establishing a base for extending its operations beyond the United States. As the company builds partnerships and local capabilities in the UAE, its expansion reflects a shift toward participating in...
is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The steady stream of news about automakers cancelling or discontinuing electric vehicles continues apace. This week it’s Volvo’s small, qu...
is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The steady stream of news about automakers cancelling or discontinuing electric vehicles continues apace. This week it’s Volvo’s small, quirky EX30 and Honda’s solo electric offering in the US, the Prologue. Both are the latest victims of stagnating EV sales in the US thanks to the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate tax incentives. First, the EX30. The small SUV was the most affordable EV in Volvo’s lineup, even if it took some time before it arrived on our shores. Volvo spokesperson Sophia Durr says that the automaker’s US division has decided to discontinue the EX30 and EX30 Cross Country after the 2026 model year. It will, however, remain on the market globally, including in Mexico and Canada. “Volvo Cars’ commitment to electrification and our customers remains unchanged,” Durr said in a statement, “and we look forward to continuing to bring exciting new electrified options to our customers in the US, including the all-new EX60 and upgraded EX90.” Related The great EV pullback has begun One of the lingering problems for the EX30 was that it wasn’t as affordable as originally billed. When it was first announced in 2023, Volvo said the price would start at $34,950, positioning it as the smaller, less expensive EV that many people were clamoring for. But politics intervened, and Volvo was forced to delay the EX30’s arrival in the US until 2025, citing newly leveled tariffs against vehicles built in China. Eventually, the model that went on sale in the US started at $44,900, which last I checked was significantly more than $34,950. The Honda Prologue Photo by Emme Hall / The Verge Things are also looking pretty grim for the Honda Prologue. A few days after Honda said it was cancelling its Zero Series...
Honeywell’s stock fell after the defense contractor said some revenue that was expected in the first quarter could be delayed until May because of shipping disruptions in the Middle East.
Honeywell’s stock fell after the defense contractor said some revenue that was expected in the first quarter could be delayed until May because of shipping disruptions in the Middle East.
March 17 (Reuters) - Microsoft (MSFT) said on Tuesday it is reorganizing its Copilot AI product teams by unifying its commercial and consumer versions, as the tech giant rushes to improve its AI assistant product and drive better adoption. Jacob Andreou, who has served as the corporate vice president of Product and Growth at Microsoft AI since last year, will lead the company's Copi...
March 17 (Reuters) - Microsoft (MSFT) said on Tuesday it is reorganizing its Copilot AI product teams by unifying its commercial and consumer versions, as the tech giant rushes to improve its AI assistant product and drive better adoption. Jacob Andreou, who has served as the corporate vice president of Product and Growth at Microsoft AI since last year, will lead the company's Copilot efforts across consumer and commercial, Microsoft said. (Reporting by Deborah Sophia in Bengaluru; Editing by Leroy Leo)