This week, 2 major stories hit the technology world as artificial intelligence leader OpenAI lost another top boss, while Garmin revealed a powerful new smartwatch.
To start, OpenAI is dealing with a lot of empty seats in its offices. The head of their data centers, Chris Malone, recently left the company. Data centers are the massive, warehouse-sized buildings filled with computer servers that power AI tools like ChatGPT. Malone is just 1 of 13 high-profile executives to leave OpenAI in 2026. This list of departures includes the company's chief operating officer and chief marketing officer. OpenAI says these changes are part of normal growth, but the timing is tricky as the company prepares to sell shares to the public on the stock market for the first time.
On the gadget side, Garmin just unveiled its new Fenix 9 rugged smartwatch series, which launches on August 28. The basic model starts at $999.99 and features a beautiful OLED screen. OLED is a type of high-tech display that makes colors look incredibly vibrant. This screen is 2 times as bright as the older model, making it easy to read in direct sunlight. The watch also has more computer memory, which helps you swipe through digital maps much faster without any lag.
Why does all of this matter to you? The changes at OpenAI could affect how quickly your favorite AI tools get updated in the future. Meanwhile, if you love outdoor adventures, Garmin's new watch brings serious safety features. The Pro version starts at $1,099.99 and offers satellite connectivity so you can send messages even when you have no phone signal. It also offers a solar-charging screen that can push the battery life up to 57 days. These 2 updates show that the tech world is changing faster than ever.
