Author: Samuel Alejandro

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Mozilla introduces ‘Mozilla Pioneers,’ a new program designed to empower experienced builders to develop tools and products for the next version of the web. This initiative offers a paid, flexible, and structured environment for technologists to collaborate on foundational ideas for AI and the web, distinct from traditional accelerators or residencies. Applications are open until February 16, 2026.

Obvious Ventures, co-founded by Twitter’s Evan Williams, has successfully raised its fifth fund, totaling $360,360,360. This latest fund size reflects the firm’s comprehensive investment philosophy, focusing on planetary, human, and economic health, building on a history of unique fund numbers and impactful investments.

Java remains a crucial technology for developing intelligent applications, especially within enterprise settings. Its strengths in scalability, seamless integration with AI frameworks, support for microservices, robust backend capabilities, and cloud compatibility make it a reliable choice for powering AI solutions in 2026 and beyond.

Notepad on Windows 11 continues to evolve, gaining enhanced Markdown editing capabilities, including support for strikethrough text and nested lists. This update also introduces a welcome page to highlight new features and improves the streaming of AI-generated text. Additionally, Paint receives new features like a ‘Coloring book’ and a tolerance slider for its fill tool.

The Epson EcoTank ET-4950 series stands out as a versatile all-in-one inkjet printer, offering a comprehensive feature set ideal for home offices and small businesses. With its innovative refillable ink tanks, it promises exceptionally low running costs and impressive print quality across various media types.

Microsoft is currently investigating reports of Windows 11 devices experiencing boot failures, specifically displaying ‘UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME’ errors, after installing the January 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates. The issue appears to impact physical machines running Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2.

CommanderAI, founded by David Berg, is developing a specialized CRM and sales prospecting platform tailored for the waste management industry. The company addresses the sector’s reliance on traditional, offline sales methods by leveraging AI to gather crucial data and streamline operations, having recently secured $5 million in seed funding.

A recent Gallup report indicates a steady increase in daily AI usage among employed US adults, reaching 12% in Q4 2025. Despite this growth, nearly half of the workforce has yet to integrate AI into their professional routines.

This article explores the experiences of women in tech at a leading cloud company, Amazon Web Services (AWS). It provides an insider’s perspective on the role of a solutions architect (SA) and highlights how diverse perspectives drive innovation. Three women share their unique journeys, challenges, and successes in cloud architecture.