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Render of SK Hynix's Yongin Semiconductor Cluster (Image source: SK Hynix)

South Korea announces $10 billion in low-interest loans to semiconductor manufacturers

The shift in U.S. administration and growing competition from countries like China present challenges to South Korea's semiconductor industry. The government is also considering additional support measures for various sectors.

Daniela Morales Soler, 28 Nov 2024 21:41

The new workstation series. (Image source: Maingear)

Maingear x Fractal Design: New Pro WS workstation is based on stylish North XL case

Maingear has announced that it has used on-trend Fractal Design cases to make its latest series of custom workstations. They include the Pro WS, based on the popular North XL with its wooden finish. The new line has AMD Ryzen 9000...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Nov 2024 18:10

Intel headquarters in Santa Clara, California. (Image source: Intel)

Intel gets a $7.9 billion grant from Biden administration

The U.S. Department of Commerce and the American company Intel announced an agreement on $7.9 billion in direct funding for semiconductor manufacturing projects. This is the largest direct funding ever granted by the U.S. federal ...

Daniela Morales Soler, 27 Nov 2024 00:03

The popular Dell XPS 13 is also optionally available with Snapdragon X Elite. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite yields less than 0.8% market share

60% market share by 2027. This was Qualcomm's ambitious goal for the Snapdragon X series on the laptop market. However, in the third quarter of 2024, in which numerous laptops with Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus were ava...

Hannes Brecher, 26 Nov 2024 19:06

Brain affected by Alzheimer's (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Alzheimer's drug Simufilam fails to meet trial expectations, Cassava Sciences stock takes major hit

Expected with high hopes by all those affected by Alzheimer's and investors alike, the Phase 3 trial of Cassava Sciences' proprietary small molecule Simufilam failed to deliver the anticipated results. As a direct consequence, the...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Nov 2024 16:44

Laptops and the right to repair: Why is this feature of the Lenovo ThinkPad T16 so rare?

The Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 3 has a user-replaceable keyboard - just two screws loosened, and the keyboard comes right out. Why is this feature so rare nowadays, even among laptops for work?

Benjamin Herzig, 25 Nov 2024 21:59

Dota 2 champions Tundra Esports team (Image source: Dota 2)

Dota 2 is the leading wealth generator in the e-sports world

According to a recent report that is based on official tournament statistics, 21 out of the top 35 esports millionaires are Dota 2 pro players. While having roughly four times fewer tournaments when compared to Counter-Strike, Dot...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Nov 2024 19:24

No show, no fine; Elon Musk escapes SEC's Twitter buyout investigation sanctions (Image source: Cocuzo on Wallpapers.com)

Elon Musk escapes sanctions as US judge rejects SEC request

A US judge ruled against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which sought to sanction Elon Musk. The SEC went to court after Musk missed his testimony for the regulator's investigation into X's (formerly Twitter) buyo...

David Odejide, 23 Nov 2024 17:16

Tesla has certainly had its share of legal trouble (Image source: Tesla)

Judge blocks Tesla’s attempt to throw ‘phantom braking’ lawsuit out of court

A US judge has ruled Tesla must face a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging it failed to inform would-be buyers that its cars could brake automatically - without an apparent collision risk. The Elon Musk-owned company did manage...

David Odejide, 23 Nov 2024 12:01

Nvidia Headquarters (Image source: Nvidia)

Hopper and Blackwell boost Nvidia's third quarter revenues

The American tech giant has announced the third quarter (Q3) results of the fiscal year 2025, reporting a remarkable growth in revenue over the previous year. For the three-month period that ended in October 27, 2024, the company ...

Daniela Morales Soler, 23 Nov 2024 11:42

Proxmox 8.3 Virtual Environment in action (Image source: Proxmox)

Open source virtualization platform Proxmox 8.3 Virtual Environment launches with multiple package updates

Based on Debian 12.8 "Bookworm" and the Linux kernel 6.8.12-4 (with 6.11 as an option), Proxmox Virtual Environment 8.3 comes with multiple package updates, supporting QEMU 9.0.2, LXC 6.0.0, and ZFS 2.2.6. A new "Tag View" for the...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2024 19:50

Amazon pours more money into Anthropic, invests $4 billion

Amazon is stepping up its partnership with the US-based AI startup Anthropic. The e-commerce and cloud services company is now Anthropic's primary cloud and training partner, with a total investment of $8 billion.

Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Nov 2024 17:47

Cybercriminals try to lure Spotify users to fraudulent websites via misleading playlists and spam podcasts. (Image source: Pexels / Anete Lusina)

Scam links detected on Spotify, users should be cautious

Playlists have recently appeared on Spotify that lure users to fraudulent websites. The streaming provider has since removed the affected content. However, it is not yet clear how the company intends to tackle such scams in the lo...

Marius Müller, 22 Nov 2024 16:03

The Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST (above) and PT-VMZ6ST projectors will launch in 2025. (Image source: Panasonic)

New Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST LCD laser projector with up to 7,000 lumens brightness revealed

The Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST and PT-VMZ6ST projectors have been unveiled. Designed for business use, these LCD laser models have a WUXGA resolution, image perfection tools like keystone correction and support for 4K signals. Plus, the ...

Polly Allcock, 21 Nov 2024 18:00

The US DoJ is asking the judge on the Google anti-monopoly case to force the divesture of Chrome and Android. (Image source: US DoJ)

US Justice Department files proposed final judgement in Google anti-monopoly case asking for divesture of Chrome and even Android

The US Department of Justice has found Google to be a monopoly, forcing competitors out of the search market through its control over the Chrome web browser and Android smartphone operating system. The final proposal seeks to forc...

David Chien, 21 Nov 2024 10:55

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the currently the best-selling CPU on Mindfactory. (Image source: Pixabay, Intel, edited)

Intel Arrow Lake gets absolutely pummeled in Mindfactory CPU sales for ongoing week as AMD dominates chart

Intel is having a pretty hard time selling CPUs in Germany according to Mindfactory sales data for the current week. Team Blue has taken such a beating that there is only one SKU, the low-end Core i3-14100, in the top 30 best-sell...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Nov 2024 12:03

Xiaomi's leadership revises its plans on the SU7 (Image source: Lei Jun on Weibo)

Xiaomi jacks SU7 EV delivery target for 2024 up to 130,000 units

Phone-maker turned EV-maker Xiaomi has made quite a splash with its newly released SU7 electric car, but the Chinese company is showing no signs of slowing down. After reporting a massive growth in quarterly revenue, Xiaomi has in...

David Odejide, 20 Nov 2024 02:15

TCL has showcased a few examples of its IJP OLED panels at DTC 2024. (Image source: TCL)

TCL unveils innovative new IJP OLED panels using Injket Printing technology

TCL is making a lot of promises with its IJP OLED panels, which it has now started mass producing. Not only are the panels said to deliver better image quality than their peers, but they are said to be more efficient, cheaper and ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2024 20:36

The return of the clunkpad? Lenovo ThinkPad trackpad comparison - Sensel vs. Synaptics

The battle of the clickpads. Ten years ago, Lenovo tried to integrate the dedicated mouse buttons for the ThinkPad TrackPoint into the touchpad, to make the trackpad bigger. In 2024, they are trying it again. We compare ThinkPad P1 G7 with the ThinkPad T440s ...

Benjamin Herzig, 19 Nov 2024 09:05

DeepL launches real-time voice translator software for use during conversations and meetings. (Image source: DeepL)

DeepL launches DeepL Voice for real-time translations of conversations and meetings for business users

DeepL has launched DeepL Voice AI software for conversations and meetings. Users can speak in 13 different languages while the software automatically translates and captions conversations in real-time.

David Chien, 18 Nov 2024 06:19

Deal | Insta360 X3 goes on sale at up to $125 off

Insta360 touts the X4 as a source of the "magical" panoramic memories that can only usually be taken with a drone - and in 8K, no less. The waterproof, dual-lensed action camera is currently available at 15% off its normal list pr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2024 20:31

Amazon Haul is available only to US customers via the mobile app. (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon's Haul wants to take on Temu and Shein with dirt-cheap items

Amazon Haul is a new shopping experience where buyers can purchase items that cost $20 or less. The service, which is in beta and exclusive to US customers, seems like Amazon's answer to Temu.

Habeeb Onawole, 16 Nov 2024 12:37

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an MSRP of $479. (Image source: Notebookcheck, Moore's Law Is Dead, edited)

Insane Ryzen 7 9800X3D demand outpaces supply as companies allegedly panic buy stock to offset Trump's tariffs

According to serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is apparently selling so well that US retailers can't seem to fulfill demand despite receiving a lot of stock at launch. More interestingly, the leaker claims...

Fawad Murtaza, 15 Nov 2024 21:11

Airbound delivery drone in action (Image source: Airbound)

Delivery drone start-up Airbound takes off while securing $1.7 million

Focused on next-gen delivery drones, Airbound came out of the shadows yesterday by announcing a $1.7 million seed round and the noble goal of creating "a world where delivery is essentially free" by starting with a focus on medica...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Nov 2024 13:41

This piece of smart clothing comes equipped with multiple sensors (Image source: Textile school)

Smart fabrics: Improving athletic performance, one drop of sweat at a time

CheckMag Smart fabrics come in many shapes and sizes. Some pieces of smart clothing are impregnated with various sensors for performance tracking and comfort control; other options never get sweaty or have other unique superpowers. This li...

Nafisa Nazneen Choudhury, 14 Nov 2024 23:34

Ruckus Games looks to combine elements from several game genres in its upcoming debut release. (Image source: Ruckus Games)

Ruckus Games: New game studio with Borderlands 3, Elder Scrolls alums reveals secret project that eschews risk-averse industry trends

The new game studio has already secured $19 million in funding, and it is working on a debut project with some unique visuals that blend cartoon graphics, zany weapons, and darker visuals. "Smash, Grab, and Grow in this upcoming s...

Julian van der Merwe, 14 Nov 2024 19:08

Threads to get ads in early 2025 (Image source: Meta)

The party's over: Ads allegedly coming to Threads in 2025

With 100 million users in less than a week since its introduction, Threads became the fastest-growing consumer app, surpassing ChatGPT, the previous record holder. Now on its way to reach 300 million users, Instagram's sibling is ...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2024 18:56

Xiaomi SU7 production reaches 100,000-car goal early

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has announced that the OEM's inaugural electric vehicle (EV) has hit an important milestone in advance of its 2024 deadline. The SU7's ability to achieve its level of success is attributed to strong sales. Xiaom...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Nov 2024 18:28

The H2Rescue truck (Image source: Accelera by Cummins)

Zero-emissions hydrogen truck breaks world record for longest distance on single fill

The truck, tested under real-world conditions, traveled 2,900 kilometers on a single fill. It was developed through a collaborative effort between Accelera by Cummins and four U.S. government agencies.

Daniela Morales Soler, 14 Nov 2024 11:15

AMD announces more job cuts as it focuses on AI

AMD has announced its plans to cut 4% of its global workforce as it shifts more resources to its data center segment that includes AI chips. The sales for the company's gaming segment were down 69% in the September quarter.

Rohith Bhaskar, 14 Nov 2024 10:37

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.5 brings new file management capabilities to the web console and much more

Often abbreviated to RHEL, Red Hat Enterprise Linux has just reached version number 9.5 after 24 years on the market. While continuing to provide fast, reliable, and affordable software services to enterprises, the latest update c...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2024 00:25

BYD Seal (2025 refresh) (Image source: BYD)

Tesla rival BYD to enter South Korean passenger car market next year

While Chinese automaker BYD has been present in South Korea since 2016, the local portfolio only consisted of commercial vehicles. Now, they have just confirmed that the brand will also provide passenger cars such as the midsize E...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2024 18:46

Japan unveils $65 billion semiconductor investment plan (Image source: Renesas)

Japan commits $65 billion to domestic semiconductor industry revival

Japan unveils an ambitious 10 trillion yen ($65 billion) semiconductor and AI investment plan, with hopes of generating nearly $1 trillion in economic returns by 2030. The initiative centers on Rapidus, aiming to produce 2nm chips...

Nathan Ali, 13 Nov 2024 17:56

VMware Fusion Pro 13 on macOS (Image source: Broadcom)

VMware Fusion and Workstation now also free for commercial and educational use

Turned into freebies in May 2024, VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion were only made free for personal use back then. However, now Broadcom has just decided to apply the same treatment to the commercial versions, which can now be...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2024 17:00

Vietnam's semiconductor industry gains momentum as manufacturers shift away from China (Image source: Intel)

Vietnam's semiconductor push draws $2.5 billion in major chipmaker investments

Vietnam emerges as a key player in global semiconductor manufacturing with major chipmakers investing billions in testing and packaging facilities. From Intel's largest back-end site to Amkor's $1.6 billion cutting-edge plant, the...

Nathan Ali, 13 Nov 2024 15:06

Slack is working on a new AI file summary feature

Slack could introduce an AI file summary feature to its team collaboration and communications platform. It currently offers AI thread summaries, semantic search and channel recaps.

Rohith Bhaskar, 13 Nov 2024 13:56

The Philips ProPix 650 and ProPix 850 projectors will launch in the next few months. (Image source: Philips)

Philips announces new ProPix projectors with up to 4,000 lumens brightness

The Philips ProPix 650 and ProPix 850 projectors have been unveiled. The two models are designed for business use and have a light source that can generate up to 4,000 lumens brightness. While the cheaper ProPix 650 has a WXGA res...

Polly Allcock, 12 Nov 2024 18:44

Raid: Shadow Legends from AI's perspective (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Raid Shadow Legends developer Plarium sold to Modern Times for $820 million

Available since early July 2018, Raid: Shadow Legends launched as a mobile role-playing game that was also ported to PC since its introduction. Both loved and hated by gamers and critics, this game, which is played by more than on...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Nov 2024 18:37

The Galaxy XCover6 Pro in action. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy XCover8 Pro: First signs of next-gen rugged smartphone emerge

The XCover7 stands out as the only new Samsung Galaxy-series Android smartphone with a removable back cover. Now, it seems its successor will retain that increasingly rare feature on its release. One of its most important aspects ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2024 16:42

Nintendo emphasized that Jesse Keighin’s actions jeopardized its marketing strategies. (Image source: Danny Schleusser / Unsplash)

Nintendo sues streamer for $7.5M over pirated gameplay and promoting Switch emulators

Nintendo is suing streamer Jesse Keighin for allegedly pirating and streaming unreleased games, bypassing takedowns, and promoting emulators. The lawsuit seeks nearly $7.5M in damages for copyright infringement.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Nov 2024 12:40

OpenAI is struggling to gather training data for new models

OpenAI is struggling to obtain training data for its new models. The company's next AI model, codenamed "Orion", is reportedly underperforming in specific tasks such as coding.

Rohith Bhaskar, 11 Nov 2024 12:31

Bitcoin all time high (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Bitcoin breaks the $80,000 barrier

Although those over-the-top predictions that mentioned figures well above the $100,000 threshold failed to come to fruition year after year, the world's first cryptocurrency has finally managed to break the $80,000 barrier. Today,...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2024 22:40

The Airbus A330-900, part of the A330neo family (Image source: Airbus)

Airbus: Production has to be upped by 71% to meet 2024 target

The European plane maker managed to deliver just 62 aircraft in October 2024, falling way short of the numbers required to stay on track to meeting 2024 goals. The company now needs to ramp up its monthly deliveries quite dramatic...

Daniela Morales Soler, 10 Nov 2024 16:01

MicroLED: Mass production set for 2025 as industry faces key hurdles (Image source: Samsung)

MicroLED display technology nears commercialization as leading manufacturers ramp up

MicroLED technology is gaining momentum in the automotive and AR sectors despite Apple's recent pause in development. With major manufacturers ramping up production and a projected market value of $5.8 billion by 2028, the industr...

Nathan Ali, 10 Nov 2024 11:23

AMD desktop CPU market share soars 5.7 percent in Q3 2024 (Image source: AMD)

AMD captures record 28.7 percent desktop CPU market share

AMD achieves its biggest quarterly desktop CPU market share gain since 2016, capturing 28.7 percent with strong high-end processor sales. The company also sees growth in mobile and server segments, with its data center revenue sur...

Nathan Ali, 09 Nov 2024 08:43

Apple taps Foxconn and Lenovo for Taiwan-based AI server production (Image source: Foxconn)

Apple partners with Foxconn to build custom AI servers in Taiwan

Apple moves to fortify its AI infrastructure by partnering with Foxconn and LCFC to produce custom Silicon-powered AI servers. The strategic shift from Chinese manufacturing leverages Foxconn's expertise in AI server production an...

Nathan Ali, 09 Nov 2024 06:36

Yandex headquarters in Moscow (Image source: Aleksey Retunskikh, via Office Snapshots)

Russian web giant Yandex targets Indonesia's AI market

Known for products such as Yandex Search and Yandex Taxi, which are both dominating the corresponding segments of the Russian market, Yandex is now aiming at Indonesia. The Asian country's communications and digital minister has j...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2024 17:35