The global laptop is set for a dramatic downturn in 2026. Rising costs driven by AI chips and memory shortage are pushing laptop prices sky-high and scaring off buyers. While the rest of the industry is bracing for a sharp decline, Apple is bucking the trend and seeing rapid growth thanks to its wallet-friendly MacBook Neo.

BYD, the Chinese EV giant, is hitting the brakes. Too many BYD electric cars are being used as taxis, which is damaging its premium image among private customers. The solution is the new Linghui brand. The premium electric model e7 comes with completely free flash charging for one year, saving frequent drivers the equivalent of over $2,300 or €2,000.

Skoda is entering the large family SUV market with its largest EV to date, the Peaq. This new flagship model towers above the Kodiaq, offering optional space for seven people and boasting an enormous 1,010 litres of trunk space. Thanks to the new 91 kWh battery, the extra long-range model surpasses a range of 600 kilometres.

The European Union is putting an end to cheap, duty-free parcels from China by introducing new fees that will greatly impact platforms such as Temu, Shein and AliExpress. Recent media reports have missed a crucial detail of the new EU customs reform, which is set to become a major cost trap for online shoppers starting July 1, 2026.

Sony and Honda's ambitious EV project has come to a surprising end. Despite recently opening a showroom in California, the joint venture has completely halted development of the Afeela 1. This is due to a drastic change in Honda's strategy, collapsing US markets and huge financial losses.

Ford is expanding the Transit family. The new Transit City is designed for inner-city use as a compact electric van. Read on for all the facts about range, payload and why the EV is especially appealing to fleet operators.

Ride-hailing company Uber, together with Verne and Pony.ai, is bringing autonomous taxis to European roads. The first commercial robotaxi network is launching in Croatia.

Update | (Update: official statement from Insta360) The rivalry between DJI and Insta360 has escalated into the courtroom, with the leading drone manufacturer filing a lawsuit in China against its competitor for alleged patent theft. The case involves employees who switched companies, plagiarised technologies, and a bitter fight for market share. This article outlines the key facts surrounding the lawsuit.

The Chinese tech group is following up. Prices for the new generation of Xiaomi SU7 electric cars start at 219,900 yuan (around $ 31.900) in China. Its range has increased to up to 902 kilometres. 800-volt architecture and LiDAR sensors are now standard features. Below are the official data, equipment and order figures for the market launch.

The German automotive industry is gradually grinding to a halt. It is currently experiencing an unprecedented decline. Consequently, its most important export markets and core regions are also being pulled towards the abyss. The bare figures for the past year reveal an unprecedented turning point that poses a massive threat to the survival of the entire industry.

E-commerce giant Amazon has just acquired Swiss delivery robot start-up Rivr, known for its autonomous delivery robots. The goal is total automation through robotics and AI, further streamlining Amazon's delivery operations and cutting down on costs. Meanwhile, former Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has bigger ideas.

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has just published paradoxical quarterly results. While its new electric vehicle business, centered around the top-selling SU7 and YU7 models, is outperforming competitors such as Tesla and BYD with record margins, profits in the smartphone sector have plummeted. Exploding hardware costs are taking a toll.

The golden age of dating apps is over. Alongside dating pioneer Tinder, competitors such as Bumble are now also struggling with a massive drop in user numbers. It seems singles have grown tired of "endless swiping". Now, the industry leader from the US is responding to the growing frustration by implementing a plan that has been on the back burner for over a year.