Tech Roundup: Jul 21 (5 stories)
Tuesday, 21 Jul 2026 Daily Technology GLOBAL
Here is your Daily summary for Technology across the world for Tue 21st July 2026
A significant cyberattack on Edinburgh-based Craneware has compromised customer data, affecting thousands of U.S. hospitals and pharmacies that rely on its billing software. This breach raises serious concerns about the security of sensitive health information. Meanwhile, AI pioneer Kai-Fu Lee is gearing up for a Hong Kong IPO in 2027 with his startup 01.ai, aiming to capitalize on the growing demand for artificial intelligence solutions.
In semiconductor news, TSMC plans to invest an additional $100 billion in Arizona to meet U.S. demand and counter competition, reflecting the ongoing global race in chip manufacturing. Additionally, Blackstone has announced an investment in South Korean robotics supplier Futronic, highlighting the increasing interest in precision technology for industrial applications.
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Hackers stole ‘significant’ amount of data from tech firm relied on by thousands of US hospitals and pharmacies
TechCrunch 20 Jul 2026, 3:01pmEdinburgh-based tech firm Craneware said customer data was stolen during a cyberattack. The company makes software that thousands of U.S. hospitals, pharmacies, and clinics rely on for billing patients, potentially exposing health data.
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AI Pioneer Kai-Fu Lee’s Startup Targets Hong Kong IPO Next Year
Bloomberg Technology 20 Jul 2026, 3:40am01.ai, the Chinese AI startup founded by computer scientist Kai-Fu Lee, is pushing ahead with plans to raise funds before an initial public offering in 2027.
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TSMC’s $265 Billion US Spend Driven by Demand, Rivals, CFO Says
Bloomberg Technology 19 Jul 2026, 11:00pmTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is adding $100 billion to its investments in Arizona to meet strong demand from US customers and to ward off ambitious rivals, a senior executive said this week.
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What to watch for after Jensen Huang’s Japan visit
TechCrunch 19 Jul 2026, 9:16pmJensen Huang left Tokyo with deals spanning Japan's entire tech ecosystem.
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Blackstone Agrees to Invest in Korean Robotics Supplier Futronic
Bloomberg Technology 20 Jul 2026, 4:39amBlackstone Inc. has agreed to invest in Futronic, a South Korean supplier of high-precision actuators used in industrial robotics and the automotive sector.