Month: February 2026

Someone is so concerned about the exodus of millionaires from California to Miami that they have even organized a demonstration

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Silicon Valley is packing its bags at the simple proposal of a new tax that would tax the fortunes of more than a billion dollars. In fact, some millionaires have already taken flight and bought one (or several) mansions in Miami to avoid having to pay for it. Does anyone care so much about this? exodus of millionaires who has even taken the initiative to defend them amid fears that they will abandon California to avoid high taxes. Even has called for demonstrations on the streets of San Francisco. To no one’s surprise, the press who went to cover the event and those who went to mock the demonstration outnumbered those who demonstrated. Doesn’t anyone think about millionaires? Derik Kauffman, a young 26-year-old founder of the AI startup RunRL and fresh out of the Y Combinator project incubator, an entity that was chaired by Sam Altman between 2015 and 2019, he has been the driving force behind the movement “March for Billionaires“. According to collect the local media San Francisco ExaminerKauffman pushed the event to oppose California’s proposed wealth tax and change public perceptions of the wealthy. The young man admitted that he was not aware of any billionaires intending to attend the demonstration defending their interests, but he wanted to show the contribution of great fortunes to the local economy. Rumors of a tax that have caused a storm. Kauffman’s initiative arose in response to the union’s proposal SEIU United Healthcare Workers West to create a 5% tax on fortunes over $1 billion, excluding real estate and pensions. According to the union, this measure would affect about 200 Californian residents and would raise about 100,000 million in the next five years. The proceeds would go to offset the Trump administration’s cuts in education, healthcare and social assistance. The tax would be applied retroactively to those who lived in the state in 2026, but for the initiative to be considered in a November 2026 vote it needs the support of 875,000 signatures. In fact, the initiative does not even have the support of California Governor Gavin Newsom, who is strongly opposed to the tax and work to block it. The march in San Francisco. The demonstration in support of the millionaires took place through some streets of San Francisco, and had “a few dozen” attendees, surpassed by journalists and curious onlookers who came to see the demonstration with their own eyes. As expected, neither Jeff Bezos nor Mark Zuckerberg attended the meeting. In fact, it is not strange. A Harris Poll points out that 74% of Americans consider millionaires to be overrated and 76% believe that they benefit from a poor system. OK to what was published by The Wall Street Journalthe march was led by a banner that read: “Billionaires Build Prosperity: Keep Them in California!” Behind her, just about twenty protesters held banners supporting the millionaires. In front of them they found a group of curious people who had also come to express their ideas and to verify that the march was not a joke. One of them held a sign that read: “I am poor and I am proud.” Reactions of millionaires. Other billionaires living in San Francisco, such as Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, They distanced themselves from the protest and they have agreed to the tax. Huang stated that “we choose to live in Silicon Valley, and whatever taxes they want to apply, so be it. I’m perfectly fine with that.” Other technology leaders have not made public statements, and have simply headed to Florida without giving further explanations. a few weeks ago the founders of Google did it. A few days later, Mark Zuckerberg did itwho after two decades in San Francisco, will change his zip code to that of Billionaire Bunker. However, what the millionaires have started is a lobbying campaign with million-dollar donations so that the measure does not prosper, according to information of Bloomberg. In Xataka | Countries are trying to prevent the accumulation of wealth of technological millionaires. Ancient Rome tried it too Image | March for Billionaires

the A400M is now combat ready

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Since Spain opted for the A400M More than two decades ago, the aircraft has gone from being an ambitious European industrial program to becoming a centerpiece of the country’s military capabilities. Between budget adjustments, delays and a progressive incorporation of capabilities, its history has reflected both the difficulties and the determination to provide itself with its own means to deploy strength, help and presence where it is most needed. Now, the key to Spanish military transport has leveled up. The spine that had to be armored. Spain had been supporting a good part of its military deployment capacity for years on an aircraft that was as versatile as it was vulnerable. Talk later of the A400Ma key piece to move troops, vehicles and material where the war really begins. The reason? In modern conflicts, reaching the front has become almost as dangerous as fighting there, especially for large, heavy aircraft that are slow to take off and land, as well as exposed to low-cost portable missiles. From that perspective, protecting that critical link had become a strategic needbecause without safe transportation there is no possible military projection that is worth it. A laser that changes the rules. The national response appears under the InShield namea self-protection system based on laser technology that allows the A400M to detect missile launch guided by infrared, calculate its trajectory and divert its guidance system in a matter of seconds and, very importantly, even in the face of multiple attacks. Integrated for the first time into an operational unit, this DIRCM makes the A400M the closest thing to an airplane “combat ready”one capable of operating in disputed airspace with a level of survival unthinkable until recently, de facto shielding the backbone of the Spanish military transport. A strategic and industrial leap. Behind this effort appear common actors in the Spanish defense. The development and integration of InShield, led by Indra and certified by the National Institute of Aerospace Technology, represent a technological milestone top level within the reach of very few countries on the old continent. Plus: how do we count last week, that the system is entirely national not only reduces external dependencies, but also reinforces sovereignty and the strategic autonomy of Spain in an area as critical as electronic warfare, demonstrating that the Spanish defense industry can compete in the global technological elite. First A400M – T23 of the Air Force From prototype to fleet standard. The first A400M equipped with InShield is has delivered through Airbus Defense and Space to the Air and Space Army, from where the system will be operationally evaluated before deciding its extension to the rest of the fleet. With 14 aircraft already in service in the 31st Wing and others six planned until 2029the A400M is definitively consolidated as an expanding platform, one that is increasingly capable and prepared for high risk missionsfrom tactical deployments to evacuations in hostile environments. Why is it so important? As we said at the beginning, it is not just any plane, it is the spine of Spain’s modern military transport capacity and a central piece of both national defense and foreign projection. For the Army, the A400M covers a critical void between large strategic aircraft and smaller tactical transports, allowing troops, heavy vehicles, material and humanitarian aid to be moved thousands of kilometers or directly to combat zones with short, damaged or unprepared runways. Not only that. Spain especially needs it due to its geographical position, with responsibilities on the southern flank of Europe, Africa and the Atlantic, as well as its constant commitment to NATO, EU and international operations missions. Furthermore, the A400M replaces and unifies functions that were previously distributed among several aging models, such as Hercules C-130reducing logistics costs and increasing operational flexibility. And now “prepared” for war. The combination of a growing fleetthe new operational configurations and that system laser self-protection Tested with live fire, it radically transforms the role of the A400M within the Spanish Armed Forces. It is no longer just a transport plane, but everything a strategic system capable of sustaining operations in contemporary war scenarios where, as has been confirmed in wars like Ukrainethe threat is not only in the front, but in every kilometer of the journey to it. With InShielda priori, Spain has not only protected a plane: it has armored the very ability to reach, fight and deploy military power. Image | Ronnie Macdonald, Air and Space Army Ministry of Defense Spain In Xataka | Spain has a dilemma that is difficult to solve: call the US or be the last with a fighter jet in danger of extinction In Xataka | Spain has been a weapons exporting power for decades. Now he has made a decision: keep them

Tension in Iran is so high that the Strait of Hormuz is closed. And that will have consequences when you go to refuel.

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The world woke up today with a dangerous contradiction: while in the aseptic halls of Geneva the diplomats of the United States and Iran they shake hands cautiouslyin the waters of the Persian Gulf, the speedboats of the Revolutionary Guard block the passage of oil tankers. It doesn’t take a missile to fall for the global economy to feel the impact; Fear is trading higher and traveling faster than any ship. The Strait of Hormuz, the planet’s energy jugular, has undergone closure “partial and temporary” for the first time since tensions escalated in January. For the consumer, this is not a distant headline: the price of Brent oil has already increased by 13% so far this year. An increase in prices that does not respond to a real lack of supply, but rather to the geopolitical risk premium. We are paying for what could happen, not for what has happened. As confirmed by Iranian state media cited by EuronewsTehran ordered the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz under the justification of “security precautions.” The Iranian Fars news agency, referenced by Deutsche Welleexplained that this maneuver responds to the military exercises called “Intelligent Control of the Strait of Hormuz.” It is an unprecedented move in this crisis: it is the first time that Iran has physically closed sectors of the waterway since the US administration threatened military action last January. However, it is important to clarify the operational scope so as not to fall into unjustified alarmism. Jakob Larsen, safety director at Bimco (the association representing global shipowners), explained to the CNBC that it is not an indefinite total block. The closure affects the incoming “traffic separation scheme” area and lasts “several hours.” Iranian authorities have asked commercial ships to stay away from the exercise zone, which is causing delays and “minor inconveniences,” but the flow has not stopped completely. A 33 kilometer funnel for 20% of the world’s oil To understand why the market is holding its breath, you have to look at the map. The United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) rate this step as the “choke point” (chokepoint) most important in the world for oil transit. The figures are overwhelming: Volume: About 20 million barrels of crude oil, condensates and refined products flow through this artery daily. Global Impact: According to data from consulting firms Vortexa and Kplerthis represents approximately 20% of global consumption of petroleum liquids and nearly 30% of maritime crude oil trade. The problem is geographical. As explained D.W.At its narrowest point, the road is just 33 kilometers wide. But crucially, the safe navigable route for large supertankers is only two miles wide in each direction. It’s a perfect funnel where any interruption, no matter how small, creates an immediate domino effect. He timing of this military operation is not a coincidence; It’s a message. As analyzed Euronewsthe partial closure occurred exactly while the second round of nuclear talks between Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister, and Steve Witkoff, US special envoy, was being held in Geneva. For this reason, Tehran is using the strait as a negotiating lever. The United States has increased its military pressure with the deployment of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford in the region, in response to both Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the bloody repression of internal protests shaking the Persian country. Paradoxically, diplomacy seems to advance while the guns are aimed. According to ReutersAraghchi confirmed after the meeting that a “principle of agreement” has been reached on the bases of a future relationship, although he warned that closing the final pact will be a slow process. Iran shows its fist in the sea while offering its hand in Switzerland. The price mirage: why do we pay the “fear premium”? The market reaction has been an emotional rollercoaster in the last 24 hours: Tuesday’s mirage: Initially, when the progress in Geneva became known, the price of oil fell. The barrel of Brent fell 1.8% (to $67.36) and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) lost 1%. The markets “bought” the hope of peace. Today’s reality, Wednesday: The trend has reversed. Prices are recovering and rising again. As explained in OilPricethe traders have reevaluated the situation: the final agreement seems distant and the physical closure of the strait, although partial, is a tangible reality today. As Sugandha Sachdeva points out, analyst cited by Reutersthe market is experiencing a “technical rally” because doubt dominates the scene. Although 82% of the crude oil that passes through Hormuz goes to Asia (China, India, Japan), oil is a global market. If there is a lack of supply in Asia, those countries will bid for the crude oil available in other regions, making the barrel more expensive for everyone. This has an immediate effect on Europe due to the “financialization” of energy. Gas and oil they have stopped being simple commodities to become financial assets that operate with high-speed algorithms. The volatility is such that “an early morning headline about Iran can alter the price of heating in Berlin before dawn.” The European Achilles heel The situation is especially delicate for the Old Continent. Europe is experiencing a “painful déjà vu“: fleeing from Russian dependence, has fallen into dependence on gas that arrives by ship (LNG). European gas reserves are at worrying lows (44% at the end of January) and vulnerability is maximum. This is where Hormuz plays a critical role beyond oil. As we have detailed in Xatakathe European Union looks to Qatar as a vital alternative for its gas supply, but “military tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz put that route at risk.” If the strait is closed, not only oil to Asia is blocked, but also the Qatari liquefied natural gas that Europe desperately needs to refill its warehouses for next winter. The short-term horizon is bleak. According to an estimate by Eurasia Group collected by OilPricethere is a 65% chance that the United States will launch a military strike against Iran in April if the current talks … Read more

Quietly, there is an AI becoming everything the others want to be. That AI is called Notebook LM

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If I ask you about Google’s AI, it will probably come to your mind Gemini to the head. She is the visible face, the pretty girl and the main focus of the American company. But I do tell you that there is a Google AI that is even more useful for day-to-day tasks, and that it is one of the great hidden ones in the sector. Would you know what I’m talking about? The Silence of Notebook LLM. In silence, and updating little by little with hardly any announcements or press releases, Notebook LLM has become one of the most useful AI tools. Google understands it as “a research and reflection companion”, a tool focused mainly on the academic field. But the truth is that it goes much further. why now. This tool is not new, but it has just been updated with one of the functions most requested by users. Notebook LLM had the potential to create a slideshow by simply uploading a document to it. The problem? Neither did it allow the slides to be modified nor were they compatible with the PPTX format, the king of presentations. Starting today, we can modify any slide using a prompt that indicates the changes. Additionally, the tool adds compatibility with PPTX, allowing presentations to be exported in this format and, soon, in Google Slides. The great covered. Notebook LM is not just a student helper, it is one of the artificial intelligence tools with the best document understanding and creation model. Audio summaries Video summaries Mind maps Information Flashcards Questionnaires Infographics Presentations Data tables A functional AI. Just as text models are beginning to change the search landscape, Notebook LM has the potential to be (almost) everything other AIs aspire to: A reliable model, without hallucinations or inventions. A tool designed by and to streamline processes, without further ado. He doesn’t compete to be the most creative, he competes to be the most useful in his field. It does not browse the web at its own pace, it only works with the files we upload. Doomed to be something small… or not. Google treats its AI suite a little differently than the rest. For example, Gemini is integrated into its Android phones, and Gemini in turn has the text-to-image model integrated. Nano Banana. But if you want to get the most out of the model you need to go to Google AI Studio. Something similar could happen with Notebook LM: it could be a more integrated tool within Gemini, but Google prefers to keep it as an external website, a specific solution for specific uses. Unlike the restGoogle can afford it thanks to its financial muscle since its business model is not to sell AI. It is to get more and more users to use it. Image | Xataka In Xataka | What is Claude Code and what this tool can do to program with artificial intelligence from your computer terminal

A Japanese toilet company has been manufacturing key parts in the chip industry for years. And now it is going to be key in AI

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Toto, world famous for their toilets with a trickle that we usually miss so much when we return from Japan, has been quietly manufacturing key components for the semiconductor industry for decades. Just like account Financial Times, an activist fund has focused on that part of its business, and the market is starting to pay attention. What has happened. Palliser Capital, a UK-based activist fund, has sent a letter to Toto’s board of directors arguing that the advanced ceramics the company works on are being ignored and underestimated by the market. The fund, which owns a stake among the 20 largest in the company, according to share from FT, calls Toto “the most underrated and overlooked AI memory beneficiary.” What is important. Toto is not just a bathroom company. Since 1988 it has been manufacturing the so-called ‘electrostatic chucks’ in series.‘ (electrostatic jaws), high-precision ceramic components used in the manufacture of NAND memory chips to hold silicon wafers during the production process, controlling temperature and avoiding contamination. This business, which they fit within their “advanced ceramics” division, already represents around 42% of the company’s total operating profit, according to data from Bloomberg. The connection with AI. He data center boom for artificial intelligence has skyrocketed the demand for memory chips. Companies like Meta, Amazon or large memory manufacturers (SK Hynix, Samsung, Kioxia) are accelerating their production to face a widespread shortage. That translates into more demand for the components that Toto manufactures. The company’s ceramic technology is also specially adapted for cryogenic etching, a process that is expected to gain popularity as memory chips become more complex and layered. Business tips. According to share The fund also criticizes that Toto is not explaining well to investors the importance of this segment and that the allocation of internal capital is not prioritizing this lucrative sector. The fund proposes that the company expand its ceramics business, sell cross-stakes in other companies and make better use of its 76 billion yen in cash (about $496 million). If Toto did all that, Palliser estimates the stock could rise more than 55%. The market had already started to move. Toto shares have accumulated a revaluation of more than 60% in the last year. Just like share Bloomberg, at the end of January, after the support of Goldman Sachs, which raised the value to buy pointing to the memory shortage as a tailwind, the stock rose 11% in a single day, its biggest rise in five years. Be careful with the warnings. The idea that Toto would have that competitive advantage before other competitors can be at that level comes from Palliser himself, who has an obvious interest in making that narrative credible. Tom’s Hardware points out that while electrostatic jaws play a real role in advanced manufacturing processes, whether that translates into sustained growth still depends in part on large memory manufacturers committing to expanding production and, for now, they are being cautious faced with the risk of oversupply if the AI ​​market cools. The phenomenon is not exclusive to Toto. Japan has a long history in chip production, which has led companies with very different profiles to develop businesses related to semiconductors almost without anyone noticing. Just like share Bloomberg, Ajinomoto, known for its broths and its mastery of umami, makes insulating films for chips based on its expertise with amino acids. Kao, a cosmetics company, has a silicon wafer cleaning business. The AI ​​business is revaluing companies that, a priori, had nothing to do with it. And Toto is the latest example of this. Cover image | Taylor Vick and Upgraded Points In Xataka | What future awaits artists with the rise of AI? In Ireland they see it so black that they are already preparing a basic income

You can save up to 435 euros if you hand in your old mobile

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Google repeats once again movement with its Pixel. The Pixel 10 They arrived last summer, but the family was waiting for a new member who is about to land in stores. Yes, we are referring to the Google Pixel 10a, the cheapest of all, which comes to fight to be one of the best mid-range phones of the year. If you were waiting for it, this promo from the official store interests you: By handing over your old cell phone you can save up to 435 euros. Your old phone can save you a lot when you buy the Pixel 10a The new Google phone is part of the 549 euros (in its configuration with 128 GB of storage). Now, the Google Store once again has a promotion active as it already had with the Pixel 9a thanks to which we can save a good amount when handing over our old mobile phone. This, which is active from today until next March 18, can get us a refund of up to 435 euros. The final figure we will obtain It will depend on the mobile phone that we deliver. If we decide to opt for this promo, we will have a period of 30 days from when we receive our new Pixel 10a at home to send it. Once this is done, Google experts will analyze and review the device and, based on its condition, give us the appropriate refund. As we say, the valuation will depend on the model we deliver and its condition. Now, during this promo, Google Store will give us a bonus of 100 euros in the event that our device does not reach those 435 euros of maximum reimbursement that we can receive. We will not be able to obtain a figure greater than this, but it is interesting in case our mobile phone is old. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links A durable Pixel with a very good quality-price ratio This new Pixel 10a has what it takes to be a top option if you are looking for the best Android experience and have a tight budget. At the performance level we can expect great performancesince it mounts the Tensor G4 chip. This, the same one that brought all the Pixel 9 familyproved to be efficient and have more than enough for the most everyday apps and tasks. As a screen, we will have a 6.3-inch pOLED panel with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits. The Pixel 10a will not only be great for watching movies or series, but its diagonal makes it ideal for those people who prefer to have a compact mobile phone. At the photography level, this Pixel relies on a dual camera system where a 48-megapixel main sensor and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera are combined. It comes with a 5,100 mAh battery just like its predecessor, although in this case fast wired charging goes up to 30 W. Finally, as usual with Google phones, it is a Pixel that will have seven years of guaranteed updateswhich means that we have a durable mobile phone with us. All added to the fact that it brings the best of Gemini very integrated, making it a very complete phone that, if we hand over our old mobile, we can get it at a great price. Some of the links in this article are affiliated and may provide a benefit to Xataka. In case of non-availability, offers may vary. Images | Google In Xataka | The best mobile phones (2025), we have tested them and here are their analyzes In Xataka | The best quality-price mobiles (2025). Their analyzes and videos are here

features, price and technical sheet

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Google just launched the Google Pixel 10aits new mid-range terminal. He Google Pixel 9a It worked amazingly last year, being one of the most recommended mid-range for those looking for a good photography experience. This year’s model seeks to stay on that same path, offering a similar design, although not the same, and a clear commitment to computational photography. The terminal will be available starting at 549 euros, the same price as last year. And it makes sense, since the improvements in the technical sheet, in the pure and simple components, are scarce. There are some specific new features that we will detail below, but the new features come in the software, an aspect that Google has more than mastered. Google Pixel 10a technical sheet Google Pixel 10a dimensions and weight 153.9 x 73 x 9mm 183 grams screen 6.3-inch pOLED (Actua Display) FullHD+ resolution (2,424 x 1,080 pixels) 422 dpi 20:9 format Refresh rate: 60-120 Hz Maximum brightness: 2,000 nits Peak brightness: 3,000 nits Gorilla Glass 7i HDR processor Google Tensor G4 ram memory 8GB internal storage 128/256 GB rear camera Wide Angle 48 MP, f/1.7, FOV 82º, Super Res Zoom x8 Wide angle: 13 MP, f/2.2, FOV 120º OIs+EIS 4K Video@60 FPS front camera 13 MP f/2.2, FOV 96.1º 4K Video@30 FPS battery 5,100 mAh 45W fast charging Qi wireless charging (10W) operating system Android 16 7 years of updates CONNECTIVITY USB Type C 3.2 Dual SIM (nanoSIM+eSIM) WiFi 6E 5G Bluetooth 6 NFC GPS OTHERS Google AI IP68 resistance fingerprint reader 2x microphones PRICE From 549 euros 10 GOOGLE APPS THAT COULD HAVE SUCCESSFUL When something works… Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google The Google Pixel 10a is practically identical to the previous model. At first glance it is the same, but there is a subtle difference: the camera module no longer protrudes. Not that I did it much before, but now the lenses are completely integrated into the chassis. The back is completely smooth, something that those who hate the phone to wobble will appreciate. And really, that is the most striking change in terms of design, beyond the colors. Otherwise, the phone is identical to the previous model. Same finish, same screen size, practically the same. Now, there are two key differences: the brightness and the protection of the glass: He maximum brightness It is 2,000 nits compared to the 1,800 nits of the Pixel 9a. The peak brightness, for its part, increases by 300 nits, going from 2,700 to 3,000 nits. The protective glass on the panel changes from Gorilla Glass 3 to Gorilla Glass 7i. According to Google, it has better resistance to abrasions and shocks. Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google Another change is found in the battery or, rather, in the power of fast charging. The device continues to mount a 5,100 mAh batterybut fast charging goes from 30 to 45W as long as we use a compatible charger. And that’s all in terms of hardware, because the remaining technical sheet is identical to that of the last model. The Pixel 10a mounts a pOLED panel 6.3 inches with FullHD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate, as well as the same Google Tensor G4 processor as the Pixel 9a and the same amount of RAM and storage. It comes out, yes, with Android 16 and the promise of seven years of updates. Google has not detailed whether it is seven years of software or seven years in total (Android versions, Pixel Drops and security patches). It incorporates everything expected in terms of connectivity, with the update to Bluetooth 6.0that the USB is now USB 3.2 and the Satellite SOS service (emergency calls via satellite). It is the first time that a Pixel a incorporates this function, until now exclusive to the Pixel 9 and 10. Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google As for the camera, the same batch of sensors as the last generation (48-megapixel wide-angle and 13-megapixel wide-angle) and lots and lots of AI. New features include Auto Best Take and Camera Coach. The first helps everyone look good in the photo by analyzing the frames, while the second uses Gemini models to guide composition, lighting, etc. AI plays a fundamental role in the Google experienceso we will also use it for digital zoom of up to eight times and editing. The latter is quite nice, and the Google Pixel 10a allows us to edit photos using voice. You just have to ask your mobile phone and Gemini will be in charge of making the appropriate changes. Versions and price of the Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a | Image: Google He Google Pixel 10a It can be purchased from March 5, although reservations begin today. Its price is 549 euros for the 8/128 GB version and, although Google has not revealed the price of the version with more capacity at the time of writing these lines, it can be expected to be similar to last year: 649 euros for 8/256 GB. Images | Google In Xataka | Google is going to borrow money to pay back in 100 years. You have to believe that in 100 years Google will still be there

Toni Urban, Pixel Product Manager, about the Pixel 10a

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The new Pixel 10a comes to the fore to compete once again in the mid-range, a territory that over the years has become more ambitious and also more demanding. Each new generation tries to get a little closer to the experience of the top modelsincorporating advances that previously seemed reserved for more expensive devices. However, in this process there is a balance that does not depend only on technology, but on the ability to keep the essence of this segment intact. And it is precisely at that point where Google’s new proposal seems to be located. This balance does not arise in isolation, but from the product development process itself. In order to better understand this approach, we have spoken with Tony UrbanPixel Product Manager at Google, directly involved in this generation. Their answers allow us to contextualize the decisions made in the new Pixel 10a and frame its proposal within the evolution that the range has followed in recent years. Pixel 10a technical sheet GOOGLE PIXEL 10a DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 153.9mm x 73.0mm x 9.0mm 183g SCREEN 6.3 inch pOLED Resolution: 1080 x 2424 422 pixels per inch Refresh up to 120 Hz Brightness up to 2,000 nits in HDR Maximum brightness of up to 3,000 nits outdoors Corning Gorilla Glass 7i PROCESSOR Google Tensor G4 Titan M2 Security Coprocessor MEMORY 8GB STORAGE 128GB / 256GB BATTERY and charging 5,100 mAh Wire: 45W Wireless: 10W REAR CAMERAS Major: 48 MP with f/1.7 aperture and 82º field of view Wide angle: 13 MP with f/2.2 aperture and 120º field of view FRONT CAMERA 13 MP with f/2.2 aperture and 96.1º field of view Operating system Android 16 SOUND Dual stereo speakers two microphones CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 6E 5G sub 6 GHz Dual SIM (nanoSIM + eSIM) Bluetooth 6 NFC USB-C (USB 2.0) OTHERS IP68 certification On-screen fingerprint reader PRICE 549 euros Pixel 10a, an update that focuses on coherence The Pixel 10a largely maintains the design that was so well received in the previous generation: straight edges with gently rounded corners, a compact format and that feeling of lightness that, when we hold it in our hands, does not give up transmitting solidity. It is when turning it that the most visible changes begin to appear. The rear now adopts a completely flat surface and any trace of relief on the camera module disappearsa discreet adjustment in appearance, but significant within the silent evolution with which Google has been fine-tuning the visual identity of the Pixel family for some time. Behind this iteration there is also a reflection on what those who choose the A series really expect. As Urban tells us, the development has focused on the aspects that these users value most, with photography at the center. “Having a great camera is important for everyone, no matter what budget they have. And we know that at Pixel we do it really well, so being able to take many of those learnings from the Pro range to the A series is something we know how to execute very well.” That same logic explains the commitment to a completely flat rear: “In this generation we were able to do it with a completely flat surface… because we were able to transfer a large part of the physical optics to computational photography in the software layer and in the processor. “You still get the same great photos you’re used to in the Pixel family, but in that nice flat format.” There are decisions that are not explained only from the technical sheet, but from the idea of ​​balance that defines a device. On the Pixel 10a, one of them is the continuity of your processing platform: Google is betting on it again G4 tensioner already present in the Pixel 9aa detail that does not go unnoticed in a newly presented phone. Far from being an isolated gesture, this choice points to a concrete way of understanding the evolution within the mid-range, as our interviewee explains to us. “We had to make tough engineering decisions to maintain that $549 price point, which we’ve maintained for four generations. The chipset is part of that consideration. We knew we could still deliver the best of Google’s AI and the best camera experience with the chip we had; we didn’t feel like we were sacrificing quality, and we still made important improvements.” Beyond that internal decision, the Pixel 10a introduces noticeable advances in everyday use. One of the most obvious appears in the 6.3-inch Actua screen, now capable of reaching up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness and offer better legibility outdoors, accompanied by improvements in connectivity and loading speed that reinforce the feeling of an updated device without altering its position within the mid-range. They are less striking changes than a leap in processor, but which many users can appreciate. This progressive evolution also extends to photography and functions supported by artificial intelligence, two classic pillars of the Pixel family. The camera system arrives practically unchanged in terms of figures, with a 48 MP main sensor accompanied by a 13 MP ultra wide angle. To improve the experience, it relies on functions such as Best Shot, include me either Camera Coach. It remains to be seen, however, how all this balance translates into real use. Sustained performance, temperature management or the behavior of the device on a day-to-day basis will be key to understanding how far this proposal really goes. It will be something that we will analyze in detail in Xataka when we can test it thoroughly. Until then, and at least from what we can see, the Pixel 10a can be a very valid option for those willing to spend 549 euros in exchange for the more direct Google and Android experience within the mid-range. Images | Xataka | Google In Xataka | The CEO of Nothing is clear that we do not need a high-end mobile phone every year. A mix of RAM crisis and common sense

Now they can sink anything, even islands

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we have been counting: China has transformed its naval power away from the most visible spotlights for years, constantly advancing technologies that prioritize stealth, persistence and the ability to deny access to the adversary. While international attention was focused on aircraft carriers and large surface ships, a silent evolution has been brewing under the sea that now points to a profound change in the way force is projected and conflict resolved. The unexpected weapon. Yes, far from the classic idea of ​​aircraft carriers or strategic bombers, China’s last great leap in naval warfare has not come since the most visible platformsbut from its conventional submarines, discreet and until now considered secondary to nuclear power. The incorporation of the missile YJ-19 anti-ship hypersonic to diesel-electric submarines with air-independent propulsion has turned these “ordinary” units into a threat capable of change the rules of the gamecombining extreme stealth with a strike capability designed to overcome the most advanced naval defenses and project lethal power without warning. From conventional submarine to hypersonic hunter. He YJ-19 missilepresented publicly in 2025 and now accepted for operational service, represents a qualitative leap compared to the previous YJ-18 by raising the speed of the attack to the hypersonic threshold or, in other words, it has multiplied the difficulty of detection and interception. Integrated in The Type-039B of the Yuan class, the backbone of the Chinese conventional submarine fleet, this missile transforms these vessels into the only non-nuclear submarines in the world armed with a system of this type, a move that radically reinforces the maritime denial capacity of the People’s Liberation Army Navy and places at its AIP fleet in a league of its own within the global naval balance. The silent advantage of torpedo tubes. The technical key that explains the disruptive nature of the YJ-19 missiles is not only in their speed, obviously, but in their compatibility with torpedo tubesstandard horizontal s of 533 millimeters, a ability which allows existing submarines to be modernized without practically having to resort to complex vertical launch systems. This decision saves costs, as it makes deployment cheaper, faster and more widespread, allowing, for example, a large fleet of silent submarines to launch hypersonic attacks. from hidden positionssomething that other powers cannot easily replicate with their conventional submarines. A conventional fleet as a strategic weapon. It is another of the legs that emerges after the movement. Thanks to the AIP propulsionthe Yuan can remain submerged for long periods at low speed, which allows their acoustic signal to be reduced and can operate in coastal waters or areas with restricted access. Therefore, now armed with missiles specifically designed to pierce modern naval defenses, these submarines have ceased to be simple tactical platforms and have become authentic strategic multiplierscapable of threatening entire combat groups and imposing unaffordable costs on any naval force operating near the Chinese coast. Taiwan in the background. The last reading of the advance is possibly the most obvious in terms of the future. If Beijing decided to move towards an open conflict over to the island of Taiwanthe incorporation of the YJ-19 to AIP submarines would deep implications: would allow establishing a lethal maritime encirclement without the need to expose large surface units, making it difficult for allied fleets to intervene and increasing the risk for any attempt to break a blockade. In this way, the silent, dispersed submarines armed with hypersonic missiles could attack ships, port infrastructure or even supply lines with little room for reaction, turning the sea surrounding the island into an extremely hostile environment and reinforcing the Chinese strategy of area denial from the shadow Image | CCTV, SteKrueBe In Xataka | Satellite images leave no room for doubt: China’s nuclear renaissance is already visible from space In Xataka | Chinese fighters are getting dangerously close to Taiwan’s F-16s. And they are “shooting” flares at them

A Chinese station has trained its employees to save 2 seconds on their task. Now they have 30,000 more passengers

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Think of an activity that you repeat daily. Think about how much time it takes you and what it would mean to spend two seconds less. What would you do with that time? That is what the workers and technicians at the Guangzhou South Train Station (China) have asked themselves. And the result has been spectacular: 48 more trains in motion and 30,000 more passengers on the tracks. 2 seconds. It is the time that the Chinese workers and technicians employed at the Guangzhou South Train Station (China) had in mind. It was the great objective. For more than a month, they have all been working with one goal in mind: reducing the time it takes to clean and prepare trains passing through the station by two seconds. Zhong Miao, comprehensive control service officer of Guangzhou South Railway Station, explains to the Chinese media that after a month and a half they managed to reduce the time of this task from 58 to 56 seconds. The final intention, of course, was for the train to be stopped for less time. The result. With the changes introduced, station operators were able to make way for 48 more trains in a single day. The two seconds that may seem insignificant allowed the number of passengers to increase by more than 30,000 people. To achieve this, they point out in the local mediathe operators worked with an enormous amount of data collected through numerous cameras. This station alone has a control room with 208 screens. With them they analyzed how much time passengers spent at the station and it has been possible to reduce the travel time of travelers by 17% compared to the figure collected three years ago. Guangzhou South Railway Station. For a train, two seconds was nothing short of marginal. For a station where more than half a million people pass through every day, it’s a whole world. And the new way of acting has been launched taking advantage of the Spring Festival, days in which the routes multiply taking advantage of the Chinese New Year. If the forecasts are met, on average, 530,000 passengers on Chinese high-speed trains will pass through this station every day. It is estimated that a new record was broken in October of last year when the million passengers passed through the station. It is not even the busiest station in China, its 28 platforms do not represent any record either. But to give us an idea of ​​the hustle and bustle that goes on inside, On February 13, 1,200 trains were operated in a single day as a result of the movements of the aforementioned Spring Festival. To give us an idea, during travel peaks such as Easter, 270 trains pass through Atochain which high speed is added but also long and medium distance. The longest high-speed line in the world. The station is located at a key point, near Shenzhen and Hong Kong and serves as a transit station for all travelers arriving from Southeast China to large cities such as Chongqing, Beijing or Shanghai, with which the station is connected. In fact, the Guangzhou-Beijing line is one of the crown jewels of Chinese railway service. And it is that since 2012 it is the longest high-speed line in the worldwith 2,298 kilometers. During its inauguration, it was hoped that the train would take less than eight hours to cross a distance comparable to traveling from Algeciras to Amsterdam. Today, This journey can be completed in 7 hours and 17 minutes. if you take the fastest bullet train. Photo | Tauno Tohk and Yang In Xataka | China has not only created the most extensive high-speed network in the world: it wants to operate it at 1,000 km/h and has taken a new step

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