Humanoid robot sales set to explode
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Germany finishes largest wind farm, but cannot deliver energy to the grid
Ørsted has completed the installation of the final turbine at Borkum Riffgrund 3, Germany’s largest offshore wind farm with a capacity of 913 megawatts. However, delays in the completion of the offshore grid connection, managed by...
Update | US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban
The US Supreme Court upheld a law signed into power in March 2024, requiring TikTok sell its US operations to an American buyer or leave the US market. Millions of US TikTok users potentially face a blackout on Sunday, January 19....
Gofundme.org accepting crypto for California wildfire assistance
Blockchain.com, a crypto wallet is offering fee-free send transactions for Wildfire Relief Fund 2025. Crypto currency is now being used to help those in need from the California wildfires.
The list of failed EV startups grows as Canoo files for bankruptcy and shuts down operations
Electric vehicle startup Canoo has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and ceased operations, citing less than $50,000 in assets against liabilities of up to $50 million. Despite initial promise and partnerships with major organization...
Nintendo stock falls after mixed reaction from Switch 2 announcement
Despite the hype and excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has suffered a notable decline in its share price following the announcement of its upcoming console. Reactions to the Switch 2 are mixed, resulting in im...
Honor CEO resigns as MagicOS 9.0 Lunar New Year Edition rolls out
Honor has announced that its CEO Zhao Ming (also known as George Zhao) will relinquish that role today (January 17, 2025). The long-serving executive will be replaced by one with a work history that includes roles at former compan...
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro switches to Qualcomm silicon in new leak
Samsung's latest 'rugged' smartphone is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6100+ chipset. Its allegedly upcoming Pro variant is thought to launch with a processor from Qualcomm instead. The change could confer more power and speed on...
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is 25% off on Steam for a limited time
The hit third-person, co-op horde shooter is 25% off at Steam until January 27th. The game sold more than 4.5 million copies just one month after launch and is the most-played Warhammer game of any type to be released on Steam.
Sony has reportedly canceled two more live service games
Bloomberg's Jason Schrier asserts that Sony has canceled two unannounced live service games in development at Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games after an internal review. The company does say it will continue making online and single...
Casio celebrates 60 years of making calculators with a new chic model
To mark the 60th anniversary of its first calculator, Casio has announced a new stylish calculator with a repositioned solar panel. The calculator incorporates design elements from older models but also has a modern look and comes...
Data privacy at risk: TikTok, Temu and Xiaomi's illegal data transfer to China scrutinized by digital rights organization
TikTok, AliExpress, Shein, Temu, WeChat, and Xiaomi openly admit to sending data to China in some cases. But according to EU law, data from EU customers may only be transferred to countries that do not undermine data privacy. Sinc...
Nintendo Switch 2 to launch with better sales than PS4 and PS5 in first year
According to an early report, Nintendo is being bullish in its expectations for early Switch 2 sales. Allegedly, the company is preparing to create 'more than 20 million units' in the console's first year, which would see it surpa...
802.11ah Wi-Fi with 10 miles of range to gain importance in Europe, with major limitations
The Wi-Fi standard 802.11ah (a.k.a. Wi-Fi HaLow) has not played much of a role in Europe thus far, even though the 802.11ah standard uses a frequency that makes it quite suitable for long-range networking. However, the available b...
GamersNexus takes PayPal and Honey to court over MegaLag allegations
PayPal subsidiary Honey is now being sued by the influential PC hardware review group GamersNexus. It is taking legal action as a response to claims made by YouTube channel MegaLag concerning the browser extension's “deceptive tra...
TSMC reportedly rejected offer to manufacture Exynos chips
Previously, it was rumoured Samsung wanted to mirror Intel's strategy and use TSMC as a stop-gap solution for its Exynos chips. That won't happen now because the Taiwanese chipmaker has apparently rejected the deal.
Amazon's new design chief hints it is cooking up something exciting
Amazon has a new design chief, and he's one of four former Microsoft executives that have joined the e-commerce giant. Based on the recent hiring, Amazon seems to be cooking something pretty interesting.
TikTok ready to pull the plug in the US this Sunday
ByteDance Ltd. may ban TikTok users in the US from using the app starting this Sunday, as the company still hasn't found a buyer. However, there is a chance of someone like Elon Musk stepping in at the last minute to keep the soci...
TSMC cleared for U.S. 2nm chip production as Taiwan relaxes technology restrictions
Taiwan has lifted restrictions on TSMC's overseas 2nm chip production, marking a significant shift from its previous protectionist stance. The policy change aligns with TSMC's $65 billion Arizona expansion plans and reflects Taiwa...
Crypto bank Sygnum now valued at $1 billion
The cryptocurrency-friendly bank Sygnum has surpassed the $1 billion value mark after raising $58 million in its most recent investment round. Some of Sygnum's staff got involved as well, and the round was supported by crypto-focu...
China's open-source RISC-V processor project pledges 2025 delivery with ambitious performance targets
China's XiangShan open-source processor, set for 2025 release, demonstrates impressive performance metrics within eight percent of Arm's Neoverse N2 CPU core.
OpenAI unveils economic blueprint to secure U.S. AI leadership
OpenAI unveils a comprehensive policy blueprint to maintain U.S. leadership in AI development through massive infrastructure investments, enhanced security measures, and public-private partnerships.
Sony files patent for AI-Powered input prediction to enhance gaming experience
Sony has recently filed a patent for an AI-driven technology that utilizes camera systems to predict player inputs. This innovation has the potential to address latency issues while also minimizing input errors, offering a smoothe...
TikTok's US future: China considers Elon Musk as potential buyer
Amid TikTok's looming US ban, Chinese officials are considering Elon Musk's X as a potential buyer for the platform's US operations, valued at up to $50 billion. The move could merge TikTok's 170 million American users with X whil...
Godfall Devs latest victims of industry layoffs, among three studios to shut down in 2025
Counterplay Games, the creators of PS5 launch exclusive Godfall, have been reportedly shut down. Counterplay joins Freejam and Toadman Interactive as the latest victims of a continued wave of closures in the industry.
Relax VR releases VR relaxation headset with calming essential oils for spas and dentistries
The Relax VR-3 headset presents customers with views of relaxing environments such as a beach while essential oils and noise cancelling headsets complete the multisensory immersion during spa sessions or before dental treatments.
Bill Gates’ nuclear company announces progress on development of its first reactor
The company has secured the partnerships required to manufacture key parts of the Natrium reactor, the first of its kind. Actual construction work for the power plant has already started in Kemmerer, Wyoming.
Square Enix's new policy says it will take legal action against people who harass their employees
Square Enix has shared a new policy that allows them to take action against people who harass their employees in person or on social media. They can also legally block access to the company's products and services.
Nvidia criticizes US government's last-minute AI chip export restrictions
Nvidia strongly opposes new White House chip export rules that would create a three-tier system controlling AI chip exports globally. The regulations would affect both specialized AI accelerators and general-purpose GPUs.
China commits record $47 billion for domestic semiconductor push with Big Fund III
China has launched its third and biggest semiconductor investment fund, committing a hefty CN¥344 billion (about $47 billion) to boost its chip industry. The initial $12.685 billion is set to focus on key areas like manufacturing ...
Price about to drop: More options for Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 incoming, including IPS screens and Ultra 5 CPUs
Lenovo is currently selling its expensive flagship business laptop, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13, with very limited options. That is about to change: WUXGA IPS displays, Ultra 5 CPUs and 5G/4G enabled models of the premium...
HP's EliteBook 845 is one of the best business laptops, but the cooling performance is still a weak point
The HP EliteBook 845 G11 is still a very good business laptop with AMD processors including the fast HS-series chips. However, the cooling performance struggles a bit with the fast CPU options, so we would recommend a U-series chi...
Trump tariff plan could trigger 68 percent drop in U.S. laptop and tablet sales
While the U.S. tech industry is projected to reach $537 billion in revenue in 2025, proposed tariff policies could significantly impact consumer spending, potentially reducing tech purchases by up to $143 billion.
Asus NUC 14 Essential review: An efficient mini PC as a desktop replacement that's useful for everyday use and at the office
Alder Lake stays the base! The Asus NUC 14 Essential is a mini PC equipped with Intel's Core 3 N355 processor. It's an affordable device for anyone interested in a solution for office work, home entertainment or as a multimedia station. But how much power is actually packed into this handy PC? We answered these and other questions in our detailed review.
Intel Core 3 N355 | Intel UHD Graphics 32EUs (Alder Lake) | 465 g
Intel Core 3 N355 | Intel UHD Graphics 32EUs (Alder Lake) | 465 g
China rolls out $68 smartphone subsidy program to boost domestic sales
China just launched a major consumer electronics subsidy program, allowing shoppers to snag up to 15 percent off smartphones and other gadgets. That could mean saving as much as 500 yuan (about $68) on a single purchase.
SMIC could rival TSMC's $1 trillion valuation despite tech restrictions, claims asset manager
According to APS Asset Management founder Wong Kok Hoi, SMIC could potentially match TSMC's trillion-dollar market value despite current technological barriers.
CES 2025 | Asus unveils new Expert P-series to balance advanced tech and affordability for SMBs
Asus' latest Expert P Series PCs are intended to appeal to budget-conscious IT departments as they top out at Intel Core i7-13620H processors in terms of performance and emphasis on durability. Nevertheless, the ExpertCenter P500 ...
Dutch chip maker NXP to buy Austrian TTTech Auto for over $600 million
As part of the quest to strengthen its foothold in the rapidly evolving automotive industry, Dutch chipmaker NXP Semiconductors is moving to acquire Austrian automotive safety software company TTTech Auto for no less than $625 mil...
Sony plans movie adaptations of popular game franchises
Sony fans have reason to celebrate: The company has announced two films and an anime series inspired by some of the most beloved franchises from the PlayStation universe.
CES 2025 | Lenovo expands display lineup with ThinkVision P34W-40 and P34WD-40 ultrawide monitors
Lenovo's new ThinkVision P-series displays are high-quality monitors targeted at professional users. The P34W-40 and P34WD-40 are ultrawide displays with variable refresh rates and AI features that offer a dynamic viewing experien...
BMW M4 Coupe to go full-electric in 2029 unlike the M3 lineup
Codenamed ZA2, the upcoming BMW M4 Electric Coupe is expected to arrive in 2029. Until then, the German brand will launch the BMW M3 Electric (ZA0). However, while the M3 lineup will also get several models with combustion engines...
U.S. Defense Department adds Tencent, CATL, and CXMT to Chinese military-linked companies list
The Pentagon has added a few big names to its list of Chinese companies with military ties, including tech powerhouse Tencent, battery manufacturer CATL, and chipmaker CXMT. At the same time, six other companies were taken off the...
TSMC 3nm wafer costs surge to $18,000
As semiconductor manufacturing advances, TSMC's wafer costs have skyrocketed, now topping $18,000—more than three times what they used to be for older nodes.
CES 2025 | Nvidia unveils Project DIGITS AI supercomputer for the desktop AI developer
The Nvidia Project DIGITS desktop supercomputer with 20-core ARM CPU and Grace Blackwell GPU gives AI researchers the ability to develop 200-billion-parameter large-language models with a single unit, 405-billion-parameter models ...
Ultra-fast charging coming to China thanks to XPeng and Volkswagen
As part of a new deal between the two automakers, XPeng and Volkswagen will install at least 20,000 charging piles in 420 Chinese towns. The two carmakers are also considering the construction of co-branded charging stations, whic...
CES 2025 | HP Z Captis scanner system gives 3D modelers 108-megapixel texture scans of real-world materials
The Z Captis system is used in conjunction with Adobe Substance 3D Sampler to capture highly detailed scans of object textures, including the grain of luxury leather bags or the weave of fabrics. This allows 3D modelers to create ...
CES 2025 | With efficient Lunar Lake: HP EliteBook X G1i is the successor of the HP EliteBook 1040 G11
HP has another Lunar Lake EliteBook in tow for CES, besides the EliteBook Ultra G1i. The new HP EliteBook X G1i and its 2-in-1 version HP EliteBook X Flip G1i are the successors of the EliteBook 1040 G11.
CES 2025 | Small powerhouse with Strix Halo: HP ZBook Ultra 14 G1a launches with Ryzen AI Max Pro
Strix Halo goes ZBook: HP is one of the launch partners of AMD for its new Ryzen AI Max Platform. The new HP ZBook Ultra 14 G1a is a compact workstation that may compete well against the Apple MacBook Pro 14.
CES 2025 | Qualcomm x Flying Flea: Royal Enfield electric motorcycles to be powered by Snapdragon SoC
Royal Enfield has announced that its impending line of Flying Flea motorcycles will be smart as well as electric. The brand has partnered with Qualcomm to power its first-gen vehicles with a new chipset, optimized for two-wheelers...
CES 2025 | Garmin Unified Cabin: Next-gen in-car entertainment powered by Snapdragon Cockpit Elite
Garmin's automotive division has just unveiled its new Unified Cabin, a next-gen way to get the same generative AI-powered UI and UX on all the screen in a car via a single module. It is powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon Coc...
