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The YU7. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms plans for 2027 EV debut in European market

Xiaomi is now all the more confident of being able to formally introduce its cars to the European market in 2027, taking on the likes of Volkswagen and Volvo with its SU7 sedan and YU7 SUV, both of which are electric vehicles. In ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2025 21:41
SoftBank will not seek for a seat in the board of Intel. (Image source: Intel)

A lifeline for Intel: the company gets $2 billion equity investment amidst financial problems

Softbank closed an agreement to acquire $2 billion in common shares, becoming the sixth-largest shareholder. The Trump administration is reportedly considering acquiring a 10% stake in Intel.
Daniela Morales Soler, 19 Aug 2025 19:35
The Chilkey Glacier LW 8K L. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Chilkey Glacier LW 8K L hands-on & review: 47g ultralight mouse with 8K specs and built-in display

The Glacier LW 8K L is the lightest mouse Chilkey has made to date. Despite that, it is backed to suppor high-end wireless specs, an 8K polling rate via its wireless dongle included. It is also rated to work as an 8K Bluetooth and a USB-C peripheral, and to deliver solid ergonomics despite its ultra-low-weight build. The mouse also stands out with its own integrated active display.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2025 15:56
Genki makes accessories and gadgets, and it is more commonly known for its Nintendo accessories. Pictured - the company logo. (Image source: Genki)

Genki under fire from customers over shifting shipping terms and communication lapses

Genki's shipping services have upset many customers as of late. Backers say Genki’s Moonbase showed "free shipping" at checkout, then added $18-$20 fees later. Users also reported delays, sparse updates, and multiple refund hurdle...
Anubhav Sharma, 19 Aug 2025 13:57
Niconico video sharing site and Visa logos (Image source: Niconico, Visa)

Japan's YouTube alternative Niconico struggling after payment processors force adult content ban

Losing payment processors for an extended period has had a clear financial impact on Niconico. The YouTube rival in Japan eventually blocked adult content to meet the demands of credit cards. Even so, it has struggled to regain su...
Adam Corsetti, 19 Aug 2025 04:57
Nuclear energy generation (Image source: Pexels/Pixabay)

Google will build a small modular nuclear reactor in Tennessee

The company will acquire up to 500 megawatts of nuclear energy under the agreement. This deal will allow an increase in the power output of the Hermes 2 Plant in Oak Ridge.
Daniela Morales Soler, 18 Aug 2025 21:35
In an AgentFlayer attack, images are used to deliver hidden prompts. (Image source: OpenAI)

Data theft with invisible text: How easily ChatGPT and other AI tools can be tricked

At the Black Hat USA security conference, researchers revealed a new technique for attacking AI systems. By embedding hidden instructions, attackers can silently manipulate tools like ChatGPT to extract sensitive data from connect...
Marius Müller, 18 Aug 2025 13:34
Nvidia and Hydra Host co-founder argue U.S. export controls on H20 GPUs hurt American influence, not China’s AI progress (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia amplifies op-ed claiming H20 export ban failed to slow China’s AI push

Nvidia shared an op-ed arguing U.S. export controls on its H20 GPUs curtailed American influence without halting China’s AI progress.
Nathan Ali, 17 Aug 2025 18:40
A flagship Huawei smartphone. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Huawei accuses Transsion of tech theft in patent court

Huawei has brought another tech OEM to a European court in a new patent infringement case. Transsion, a company with a number of increasingly popular smartphone brands such as Tecno and Infinix, stands accused of stealing intellec...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Aug 2025 18:07
Garmin has presented positive business figures. (symbolic image, image source: Garmin)

Garmin: Successful and growing thanks to new wearables

Garmin is well and truly established in the smartwatch market owing to its numerous smartwatches, among other products, and appears to be very successful in this area as well. The company has achieved significant growth in all are...
Silvio Werner, 16 Aug 2025 20:07
Wind droughts are expected to become more frequent. Generic image showing wind turbines. (Image source: Quang Nguyen Vinh, Pexels)

Wind droughts: The new threat to the energy transition and stable supply

No wind for extended periods is an increasingly more frequent trend, affecting electricity generation globally. A study points out that droughts can increase by up to 40% in the next years.
Daniela Morales Soler, 16 Aug 2025 19:02
Apple plans to use radically new camera sensors from Samsung with "hybrid shutter technology" in the future. (Image source: @AppleTrack)

Exciting future for the iPhone: Why Apple is utilizing Samsung's radically new camera sensor technology

Hybrid shutter is the magic word that apparently prompted Apple to abandon its long-standing collaboration with Sony as the exclusive supplier of camera sensors for iPhones. A report from South Korea about certain camera technology presented at ISSCC 2025 sheds some light on the background of Apple's new collaboration with Samsung and its investment in a manufacturing facility in the US, which doesn't appear to be as politically motivated as one might suspect.
Alexander Fagot, 16 Aug 2025 17:07
The CardMill identifies trading cards using an AI-powered scanner. (Image source: CardMill via YouTube)

Kickstarter hit: This machine aims to make life easier for Magic and Pokémon collectors, hits $300K goal in just 24 minutes

A new Kickstarter project called CardMill is gaining momentum among TCG collectors. Designed to organize collections with an AI-powered sorting machine, the campaign reached its funding goal in just 24 minutes and has since surpas...
Marius Müller, 16 Aug 2025 12:44
A Starlink receiver in snowy condition (Image source: SpaceX)

SpaceX challenges Virginia’s $613 million broadband plan with $60 million Starlink proposal

SpaceX has offered to cut Virginia’s bill for high-speed internet by 90 percent. The company is proposing a $60 million Starlink solution instead of the state spending $613 million to connect the unconnected.
David Odejide, 14 Aug 2025 21:54
Sam Altman has advocated for a "merge" between humans and machines. (Image source: Jared Charney, MIT)

Sam Altman is planning on investing in Neuralink’s rival, reports say

The CEO of OpenAI has been in conversation with Merge Labs, a company aiming to develop brain-computer interfaces, like Neuralink. A backing has not been confirmed yet.
Daniela Morales Soler, 13 Aug 2025 21:20
BOE is among the key suppliers for iPhone displays. (Image source: Unsplash, edited)

iPhone 17 Air OLED supplier to be banned in the US for over 14 years for stealing Samsung trade secrets

After nearly three years of fighting BOE in court, Samsung has reportedly secured an "unprecedented" decision from the US International Trade Commission (ITC) against Chinese display maker BOE. The decision, which is said to be fi...
Fawad Murtaza, 13 Aug 2025 12:56
The $10/month plan that many users bought the Mini dish for is gone. (Image source: Starlink)

Free Starlink pause morphs into $5/month Standby Mode with unlimited low-speed data as $10 Roam plan is gone

The new paid Starlink Standby Mode is being forced upon Roam plan customers with a Mini dish they rarely use, as well as on Residential plan subscribers who can't opt out without cancelling their service. The free Starlink pause o...
Daniel Zlatev, 13 Aug 2025 12:33
Access to browsing data has become more relevant with the rise of AI. Generic image - a laptop with Chrome open. (Image source: Pexels, Pixabay)

Perplexity offers $34.5 billion for Chrome as AI firms target browsers

AI startup Perplexity has made a surprise $34.5 billion all-cash bid to acquire Chrome, despite having an estimated market value of just $14 billion. The offer, reportedly backed by unnamed funds, comes amid a U.S. antitrust case ...
Daniela Morales Soler, 13 Aug 2025 12:01
Steam backdrop with PayPal logo is shown (Image source: Steam, PayPal with edits)

Many countries banned from using PayPal for Steam games in latest payment processor drama

Buyers are facing more obstacles when attempting to purchase Steam games. In many parts of the world, Valve has removed PayPal as a payment option. Buyers are demanding an explanation after payment processors have already blocked ...
Adam Corsetti, 13 Aug 2025 00:11
A kilo of tech that inspires - Acer TravelMate P6 Business laptop in review

86% A kilo of tech that inspires - Acer TravelMate P6 Business laptop in review

A marathon runner in a business suit Acer's new TravelMate P6 is feather-light, mostly silent, and its battery life is outstanding. It's a notebook that gets through several workdays without a single thought spared for the charging cable, all while the compact business laptop delivers respectable performance.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1 kg
Marc Herter, 12 Aug 2025 21:52
The Starlink Standard Kit dish pivot mount for rooftops. (Image source: Starlink)

Starlink drops prices of Residential plans and dish drastically to attract new US customers

Starlink is lowering the monthly subscription fee for its satellite Internet service rather significantly in the US. While in certain areas it is becoming $1,000 more expensive to sign up, in others, Starlink is fighting for custo...
Daniel Zlatev, 12 Aug 2025 11:24
A picture of Elon Musk at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado (Trevor Cokley, U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Department of Defense; edited)

OpenAI CEO cites claims Elon Musk altered X rankings in his favor following Elon's threat against Apple

Elon Musk just accused Apple of anti-competitive partnership with OpenAI, threatening immediate legal action against Apple through xAI. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was quick to react, noting it was a case of the kettle calling the pot b...
Chibuike Okpara, 12 Aug 2025 06:51
The two-blade turbine had an availability rate of 99.3% during the 500 days trial. (Image source: Envision Energy)

Envision unveils a two-blade wind turbine with remarkable efficiency

Despite vibration and imbalance load challenges, the Chinese company achieved 500 days of stable operation. The results show that they are operationally equivalent to traditional three-blade turbines.
Daniela Morales Soler, 11 Aug 2025 14:55
PS5 console shown below dollar sign (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

PS5 price increase due to tariffs less likely after Sony shifts console production outside of China

Concerns over higher PlayStation console prices have so far proven unwarranted. Sony CFO Lin Tao explained that the company moved PS5 production away from China to mitigate the effects of U.S. Tariffs. Despite reporting increasing...
Adam Corsetti, 10 Aug 2025 02:05
The Sandisk UltraQLC 256TB NVMe U.2 SSD leverages Kioxia BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory technology to achieve its high capacity. (Image source: Sandisk)

Sandisk unveils UltraQLC 256TB NVMe U.2 SSD for datacenters

Sandisk has unveiled the UltraQLC 256TB NVMe U.2 SSD, engineered for massive data storage at datacenters and AI training clusters. Built using the 8th gen BiCS QLC NAND architecture, it delivers faster performance with lower power...
David Chien, 09 Aug 2025 03:16
The Xperia 1 VII has been beset by issues since its launch earlier this year. (Image source: Sony)

Sony reassures fans that it is not done with Xperia smartphones just yet

The vultures have been circling Sony Xperia smartphones for a while. The last to feature 3.5 mm jacks in a modern flagships, Sony's Chief Financial Officer has now attempted to quash rumours that the company plans to pull out from...
Alex Alderson, 08 Aug 2025 19:00
Xgimi’s Titan projector (pictured) will be unveiled at IFA 2025. (Image source: Xgimi)

Xgimi teases new Titan professional-grade projector

The Xgimi Titan, a professional-grade projector, has been announced. Set to be officially unveiled in the next few weeks, a teaser image appears to reveal some of the specifications of this model. While it is designed for business...
Polly Allcock, 08 Aug 2025 17:27
Apple CEO Tim Cook at a recent company event (Image source: Apple)

Apple's smaller acquisitions could shape faster and more private AI in future devices

Cook confirms seven small acquisitions in 2025, amid broader AI investments that may strengthen on-device performance. The news comes as Apple's AI features currently available, such as those found on iPhones, face regular critici...
Louise Burke, 08 Aug 2025 17:17
Comparison between a three-year-old Intel processor and the latest Intel Ultra 200 series.

How Next-Gen AI Processors increase Workplace productivity?

Local AI is transforming business computing by offering instant, secure assistance directly on office devices, without relying on cloud connectivity. Office workers benefit from up to 65% faster document processing, and 46% now us...
Adve‌rtorial, 08 Aug 2025 16:43
Xiaomi managed to surpass Apple in terms of European smarphone sales (Symbolic image, source: Manuel Masiero)

Xiaomi beats Apple: Shifts in the smartphone market

Xiaomi has surpassed Apple – at least in terms of smartphone shipments in Europe last quarter. Meanwhile, Samsung appears to be on a downward trajectory, and other manufacturers have been significantly impacted.
Silvio Werner, 08 Aug 2025 13:40
The Science Advisor to the President explained that they have not approached Nvidia or AMD. An Nvidia facility pictured. (Image source: Nvidia)

The US exploring tracking chips to prevent them from getting to China

There have been prohibitions in place to export chips to China. Now, the Science Advisor to President Donald Trump commented that it has been explicitly advised to include location tracking technology in chips.
Daniela Morales Soler, 08 Aug 2025 13:12
The new era of work, where AI and human expertise collaborate, is being redefined by the power of GPT-5. OpenAI logo pictured. (Image source: OpenAI)

AI gets practical: What GPT-5 means for everyday business tasks

GPT-5 marks a turning point in business AI, moving beyond novelty to become a practical tool across industries. From automating routine tasks to enabling faster decision-making and personalized customer support, the model is helpi...
Darryl Linington, 08 Aug 2025 08:26
BenQ has announced the LK830ST Laser Simulation Projector (pictured). (Image source: BenQ, edited)

New BenQ LK830ST 4K laser projector officially announced

BenQ has revealed a new 4K laser projector: the LK830ST. This short throw model is designed for simulation and other forms of immersive entertainment. Users can choose from a wide range of modes, and other features include up to 4...
Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2025 23:28
PS5 consoles are shown below Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2 logos (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Gaming, Nintendo of America with edits)

Sony Senior VP says PlayStation is focusing less on consoles, hinting at more cross-platform games

Despite impressive PS5 sales, Sony may place less emphasis on consoles going forward. Comments from a Sony Senior Vice President have some gamers proclaiming the death of PlayStation exclusive games. The brand will instead focus o...
Adam Corsetti, 07 Aug 2025 20:58
BenQ’s LH830ST projector (pictured) is a house mapping model. (Image source: BenQ, edited)

BenQ launches new LH830ST laser house mapping projector

The BenQ LH830ST Short-Throw Laser House Mapping Projector has been officially unveiled. Designed to help you decorate your home, or for commercial experiences, this model is said to offer up to 4,000 ANSI lumens brightness. Other...
Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2025 17:46
President Trump has called for Lip-Bu Tan to resign (image source: Intel)

President Trump calls for resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan

President Donald Trump has called for the resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, calling him “Conflicted”. It comes shortly after a US Senator expressed concern about Mr Tan's prior investments.
Anil Ganti, 07 Aug 2025 17:32
Sony released the PS5 Pro, a mid-gen refresh of the PS5, in November 2024. (Image source: Sony, Unsplash, edited)

Sony PS5 vs Xbox Series sales are not even close as Sony sells 80+ million PS5 units

Sony has revealed the latest PS5 sales figures, and the gap between the PS5 and the Xbox Series consoles is tremendous. According to Sony's Q2 2025 financial report, the company has sold more than 80 million PS5 consoles.
Fawad Murtaza, 07 Aug 2025 12:40
President Donald Trump and Nvidia (Image source: Brendan McDermid, Reuters, and Nvidia; edited)

No backdoors or spyware: Nvidia fiercely rejects US proposal for export chips

Following a three-month-ban, Nvidia got the green light to sell its H20 chips to China last month. But the chipmaker is once again in rough waters as it has come under the scrutiny of the Cyberspace Administration of China, follow...
Chibuike Okpara, 07 Aug 2025 08:35
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G7 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 & ThinkBook 14 - Business vs. prosumer in comparison

It looks like Lenovo offers two very similar and affordable laptops ThinkPad E14 series as well as the ThinkBook 14. So where are the differences between the real business laptop and the prosumer device? We compare the two current...
Andreas Osthoff, 06 Aug 2025 20:08
A promotional hero shot for Apple's Safari browser, showcasing it on three different platforms. (Image source: Apple)

Japan officially orders Apple to drop iOS browser restrictions by December 2025

As per the Smartphone Act, Japan has now officially ordered Apple to end browser engine restrictions on iOS. According to the new Mobile Software Competition Act guidelines, Apple would have to remove them by December 2025.
Rohith Bhaskar, 06 Aug 2025 15:52
The project used 762 car batteries from Merces-Benz, Stellantis, and Nissan. (Image source: Enel)

Reused car batteries power an energy storage facility in an airport in Italy

Enel used 762 battery packs from Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Nissan to build an energy storage system for the Aeroporti di Roma. According to Enel, this kind of project can be modular and scalable to reuse car batteries.
Daniela Morales Soler, 06 Aug 2025 15:30
A screenshot from the horror game VILE: Exhumed, depicting a paused and glitched VHS video of a woman. (Image Source: DreadXP/Final Girl Games)

Banned Steam game VILE re-released as a free Shareware title

After Cara Cadaver's game was banned in the sweeping censorship tide hitting digital storefronts, the solo developer has now re-released the game as a free shareware title under the Creative Commons license.
Rohith Bhaskar, 06 Aug 2025 13:36
The OpenAI logo on an abstract and gradient multi-color background. (Image Source: OpenAI)

OpenAI's new open-source models can run on your PC

For the first time in six years, OpenAI has released two new models with open weights that can be downloaded, for free, and run locally on your PC or laptop. The last model the company open-sourced was GPT-2 in 2019.
Rohith Bhaskar, 05 Aug 2025 23:21
The OCO-3 (pictured) on ISS above Earth. (Image source: NASA)

New White House proposal could terminate NASA satellites tracking CO2 and crop health

NASA’s OCO-2 and OCO-3 satellite missions are facing potential shutdown despite their current value to climate and agricultural research, as political decisions are casting shadows on their future funding.
Anubhav Sharma, 05 Aug 2025 20:35
The A329S 3CH dash cam. (Image source: Viofo)

Deal | Dash-cam system with low-light fisheye cabin camera lands on Amazon with discounts

Viofo asserts that its latest dash cam is ideal for ride-share drivers as well as those who are simply worried about the security of their car in general, as it can surveil the inside of a car as well as its front and rear views. ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2025 20:07
Amazon announces job cuts. (Image source: RichardsDrawings on Pixabay)

Replacing workers with AI: Amazon announces job cuts

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has announced that generative AI will likely lead to a significant reduction in office jobs in the coming years. The company aims to increase efficiency through automation, though Jassy is yet to provide spec...
Ulrich Mathey, 05 Aug 2025 18:46
Intel's upcoming Panther Lake CPUs might have to be sold at a loss due to sub-part 18A yields (pictured: Intel semiconductor wafter; image source: Intel)

Intel Panther Lake CPU profitability reportedly afflicted by low 18A yields

A report from Reuters states Intel is struggling to get good yields out of its 18A node. While the exact yield figures aren't available, Intel may have to sell some chips at a loss to maintain a steady Panther Lake supply.
Anil Ganti, 05 Aug 2025 16:06
The Boost Mobile direct-to-cell service will rival T-Satellite. (Image source: Boost)

Starlink phone service rivalled by Boost Mobile with own satellite constellation

America's fourth-largest carrier, Boost Mobile, is preparing its satellite connectivity service to rival undertakings like the T-Satellite offer by T-Mobile and Starlink. T-Satellite is currently available for $10/month and recent...
Daniel Zlatev, 05 Aug 2025 13:03
TSMC identified the leakage in a routine monitoring. TSMC headquarters (Image source: TSMC)

Suspected leak of TSMC’s next‑gen 2 nm chip secrets prompts legal action

Three suspects were arrested in a case of trade secret involving the TMSC’s 2-nanometer chip (2N), two of whom were former employees. The chip manufacturer said that the leakage was detected in a routine monitoring.
Daniela Morales Soler, 05 Aug 2025 12:58
Intel plans to have a new chip plant in Ohio in 2030. (Image source: Brecht Corbeel on Unsplash)

Desperate measures to save Intel: US reportedly forcing TSMC to buy 49% stake in Intel to secure tariff relief for Taiwan

A new report out of Taiwan has revealed that the current US administration is tying the reduction on trade of trade tariffs on Taiwan to significant TSMC investment in the US. This investment includes a 49% stake in Intel.
Fawad Murtaza, 05 Aug 2025 12:33
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