Seagate 70TB HDD, Epic‑Apple Verdict, Cybersecurity Panorama & Nuclear Push…

Tech Radar reports that Seagate has demonstrated a prototype 70 TB hard‑drive using a combination of HAMR (Heat‑Assisted Magnetic Recording) and SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) technologies, projecting a future where a single platter could hold 10 TB of data. If the roadmap holds, this would dramatically shrink data‑center footprints and lower power consumption for massive cloud archives. Industry analysts note that such density gains could also revive interest in on‑premises high‑capacity storage solutions. Tech Radar

Next explains that the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals largely upheld the earlier ruling against Apple, yet allowed the tech giant to retain “reasonable” commissions on third‑party payment links, preserving a revenue stream while limiting its monopoly on in‑app purchases. The same outlet adds that Epic’s partnership with Google has enabled Fortnite to return to the Google Play Store in the United States, marking the first major retail comeback for the title on Android after years of legal tussles. This dual development signals a gradual rebalancing of power between platform owners and developers in the mobile gaming ecosystem. Next

XDA Developers notes that the latest Microsoft Excel update introduces an AI‑assisted formula generator, allowing users to describe desired calculations in natural language and receive ready‑to‑use formulas. Early testers say the feature cuts debugging time dramatically, especially for complex nested functions that previously required extensive manual tweaking. By lowering the barrier to advanced spreadsheet modeling, the update could accelerate data‑driven decision‑making across businesses and research labs alike. XDA Developers

Next reports that the CESIN and Hexatrust have unveiled a new Cyber Panorama, an online directory cataloguing roughly 320 French‑based cybersecurity providers that meet strict sovereignty criteria, such as having development teams and headquarters in France. The initiative, backed by a MagIT analysis, aims to reduce European reliance on U.S. cloud and security services, a concern highlighted by a recent Cigref study showing 83 % of tech purchases go to non‑European vendors. By making these solutions visible, the Panorama could channel billions of euros of spending back into the EU tech ecosystem. Next

The Guardian warns that the UK government’s fast‑track plan to expand nuclear power, announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, could trigger the most extensive deregulation of the sector in decades, raising fears of habitat disruption for endangered species and a potential clash with EU environmental standards. Experts cited in the piece argue that while nuclear offers low‑carbon electricity, the rushed licensing and reduced oversight may undermine biodiversity safeguards, especially near proposed reactor sites. The article underscores the delicate balance between meeting climate targets and preserving ecological integrity. The Guardian The Guardian (Environnment)

Presse Citron reveals that Alstom has admitted the TGV M project, originally slated for the 2024 Olympic Games, will miss its next milestone due to production shortfalls, pushing the launch further into the future. The delay hampers France’s ambition to showcase next‑generation rail technology on the world stage and could affect downstream supply chains for components such as lightweight car bodies and advanced propulsion systems. Analysts suggest the setback may open opportunities for competing manufacturers in the European high‑speed market. Presse Citron

L’Express celebrates the French indie title “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” for sweeping nine of eleven categories at the 2025 Game Awards, including Game‑of‑the‑Year, Best Narrative, and Best Audio. The modestly sized studio Sandfall Interactive, with roughly thirty developers, leveraged a post‑apocalyptic Parisian setting to deliver a story‑driven experience that resonated with both critics and players, selling over five million copies worldwide. The triumph highlights the growing global influence of French game development and could inspire further investment in boutique studios. L'Express

Reporterre examines a recent decade‑long climate‑justice report, concluding that while courts have delivered a handful of symbolic victories, legal actions alone cannot compel reluctant governments to meet emissions targets. The article stresses that without robust policy frameworks and enforcement mechanisms, litigation remains a “partial remedy” in the broader fight against global warming. Reporterre

Mediapart reflects that ten years after the Paris Accord, the world is still far from the treaty’s temperature goals, with rising global heat records and widening gaps between pledged reductions and actual emissions. The piece calls for renewed ambition and transparent accounting to bridge the divide, warning that complacency threatens the very purpose of the historic agreement. Mediapart