Digital Innovation: Mar 18 (5 stories)
Wednesday, 18 Mar 2026 Daily Technology GLOBAL
Here is your Daily summary for Technology across the world for Wed 18th March 2026
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang announced the ramp-up of H200 AI accelerator production for China, marking a significant step in the company's efforts to reestablish its presence in a crucial market amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, Stryker is working to restore systems after a major cyberattack attributed to pro-Iran hackers, highlighting the increasing risks of cyber warfare in corporate America.
In defense technology, Gecko Robotics secured a $71 million deal with the US Navy to deploy AI-powered robots for assessing warship readiness, reflecting the growing integration of robotics in military operations. Additionally, Finnish company Oura is launching its smart ring in India, entering a competitive market with local players, as consumer interest in health tech continues to rise.
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Nvidia CEO Says Company Firing Up H200 Production for China
Bloomberg Technology 17 Mar 2026, 7:44pmNvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang said the company is firing up manufacturing of H200 AI accelerators for customers in China, a sign of progress in the chipmaker’s effort to reenter the vital market.
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Stryker says it’s restoring systems after pro-Iran hackers wiped thousands of employee devices
TechCrunch 17 Mar 2026, 3:52pmThe hack, which brought ongoing widespread disruption to the company's operations, is thought to be the first major cyberattack in the United States in response to the Trump administration's war in Iran.
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Gecko Robotics Inks $71 Million Deal With US Navy
Bloomberg Technology 17 Mar 2026, 6:17pmGecko Robotics announced a $71 million partnership with the US Navy, deploying its AI-powered robots to assess the condition and readiness of American warships. Gecko Robotics CEO and co-founder Jake Loosararian joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow on “Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)
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Oura enters India’s smart ring market with the Ring 4
TechCrunch 17 Mar 2026, 3:14pmFinnish smart ring maker Oura is finally launching in India, taking on local rivals such as Ultrahuman in a relatively young smart ring market that is becoming price-sensitive thanks to an influx of low-cost options.
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Prince: Swarmer IPO, Scaling Combat-Test Drone Software
Bloomberg Technology 17 Mar 2026, 5:25pmErik Prince, Swarmer Chairman and Blackwater Founder, discusses the IPO and scaling autonomous drone software. He tells Dani Burger and Matt Miller on “Open Interest” that proceeds will fund more engineers for maritime operations. (Source: Bloomberg)