Articles by Craig Hale

With several years’ experience freelancing in tech and automotive circles, Craig’s specific interests lie in technology that is designed to better our lives, including AI and ML, productivity aids, and smart fitness. He is also passionate about cars and the decarbonisation of personal transportation. As an avid bargain-hunter, you can be sure that any deal Craig finds is top value!

Articles by: Craig Hale

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Stripe wants to help your business claim back all those AI costs

By Craig Hale published 3 March 26

Stripe wants AI startups to easily apply a percentage markup on top of real-time token pricing to stay in the positive.

AWS UAE data center hit by outage following military strikes across the region

By Craig Hale last updated 2 March 26

AWS UAE data center struck by "objects" before fire department extinguishes fire and disconnected power.

'This isn’t just another technology trend – it’s the catalyst for the most significant workforce transformation in a generation': More and more executives believe AI usage is 'critical' in their business

By Craig Hale published 2 March 26

Report claims AI-induced job losses are a thing of the past – we're now in the era of job transformation instead.

European users can now run a fully disconnected Azure Local service with no cloud connectivity

By Craig Hale published 2 March 26

Azure Local used to need regular cloud updates, but Microsoft has now given it a full disconnection, as M365 and Foundry also go local.

Microsoft signs up Asus and Dell to join the Cloud PC party - powerful new mini PCs and desktops coming later in 2026

By Craig Hale published 27 February 26

Two new compact PCs are launching as Windows 365-only devices, offering alternatives to the Windows 365 Link.

'We see an opportunity to move faster with smaller, highly talented teams using AI to automate more work': Block decimates workforce in favor of AI

By Craig Hale published 27 February 26

Jack Dorsey's Block will remove 4,000 workers from its 10,000-strong team, all because AI can get the job done for less.

Microsoft brings Windows restore to more enterprise devices - so you don't have to worry about continuous backups

By Craig Hale published 27 February 26

Windows Backup for Organizations now prompts users at first sign-in to reinstate previous settings and app configurations.

iPhone and iPad approved by NATO for up to “restricted” level of classified data - 'a level of government certification no other consumer mobile device has met'

By Craig Hale published 27 February 26

iPhones and iPads running iOS 26 and later become the first consumer devices approved to handle NATO Restricted data.

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'If your printer works today, it will continue to work' - Microsoft says it isn't killing off your old printer for good after all

By Craig Hale published 26 February 26

Although Microsoft commits to not bricking printers using legacy drivers, it still wants you to upgrade to the IPP Class Driver.

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'You’ve heard about the SaaSpocalypse? And it isn’t our first. We’ve had a few of them': Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff bullish over AI market potential

By Craig Hale published 26 February 26

Marc Benioff says we're in another 'SaaSpocalypse', but companies that can change direction to accommodate agentic AI will be fine.

Google releases Gemini Enterprise mobile apps to bring AI to all your key work tasks

By Craig Hale published 26 February 26

Google has launched a new Gemini Enterprise app for on-the-go access to the agentic AI platform it announced in October.

Good new for forgetful workers - Claude Cowork can now handle all your recurring work tasks, so no more missing those weekly reports

By Craig Hale published 26 February 26

Claude Cowork will give you daily summaries, complete regular research and organize your folders autonomously.

HP says the memory chip crunch isn't going anywhere soon - and also warns of PC sales slump

By Craig Hale published 25 February 26

AI-induced memory shortages and increasing costs won't make PCs cheaper any time soon, HP warns.

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'Basically zero' — top Goldman Sachs economist says AI barely had any positive effect on the US economy in 2025

By Craig Hale published 25 February 26

Though AI's impact on the US economy might not have been so big, it's certainly set to continue rising globally.

Anthropic reveals Remote Control, a mobile version of Claude Code to keep you productive on the move

By Craig Hale published 25 February 26

Local Claude Code CLI sessions can now be accessed from apps or browsers through Remote Control, and it's different to Claude Code on the web.

Microsoft says it will give some slow Windows users the 'gift of time' to upgrade - but it'll cost you

By Craig Hale published 25 February 26

For every two Windows 11 PCs, there's still a Windows 10 PC out there, so Microsoft offers "the gift of time" – paid ESU plans.