➀ Secure boot ensures only authenticated firmware runs on IoT devices by verifying cryptographic signatures during startup;
➁ It protects against malware injections and unauthorized code execution in low-end embedded systems with limited user oversight;
➂ The mechanism enhances tamper resistance by validating firmware integrity across bootloader, kernel and critical components.
➀ Cloudflare announced it blocked a record-breaking 11.5 Tbps DDoS attack, primarily sourced from IoT devices and cloud providers, peaking at 5.1 billion packets per second.
➁ This attack surpassed its previous record of 7.3 Tbps in June 2025, marking a tenfold increase in scale compared to 2021's 1.9 Tbps attack.
➂ UDP flood tactics overwhelmed targeted systems by exhausting server resources, highlighting the growing reliance on cloud infrastructure for such attacks.
➀ A modder created a 3D-printed GPU fan shroud with a DDR5 slot for aesthetic purposes, though it cannot expand VRAM capacity;
➁ The design mimics Asus ROG branding and integrates RGB lighting for the DDR5 module, blending form with retro-futuristic flair;
➂ Historically, upgradable GPU memory existed in the 1990s but vanished due to technical and cost barriers, while modern mods focus on replacing memory chips directly.
➀ SK hynix and ASML have assembled the industry's first High-NA EUV lithography system (Twinscan NXE:5200B) in South Korea, marking a leap in DRAM production technology;
➁ The 0.55 NA system enables higher resolution (8nm vs. 13nm) and 2.9x transistor density, reducing reliance on multi-patterning for advanced nodes;
➂ Initial R&D use will accelerate prototyping for AI memory, with mass production of High-NA-based DRAM expected post-2030.
➀ Acer introduced five new gaming monitors at IFA 2025, including the flagship Predator X27U F8 with a 720Hz OLED panel at 720p resolution and 540Hz at 1440p.
➁ The Nitro series features four models ranging from $299 to $999, with specs like 5120x2880 resolution, 288Hz refresh rates, and HDR support, launching in Q1 2026.
➂ The Predator X27U F8 targets elite gamers with OLED's 0.03ms response time, 1,500,000:1 contrast ratio, and $1,299 price tag, likely using LG panels similar to Asus and LG's competing models.
➀ Acer launches Predator Helios 18P AI gaming laptop blending workstation features like Intel vPro and ECC memory for enterprise-grade security and stability;
➁ Equipped with NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPU, 18-inch Mini-LED 120Hz display, and up to 6TB PCIe Gen5 SSD for both gaming and AI workloads;
➂ Priced at €4,499 in Europe with US availability pending, while refreshed Nitro V series targets budget gamers starting at $999
➀ AGI remains a contested concept with varying definitions, split between scaling neural networks (e.g., GPT-5) and hybrid approaches like AlphaFold combining data-driven and symbolic AI.
➁ Philosophical debates address AGI's alignment with human intelligence (consciousness, autonomy), while legal challenges include liability and governance for autonomous systems.
➂ The Lernende Systeme platform highlights societal risks, ethical concerns, and the need for democratic oversight in AGI development through its report.
➀ ETH Zürich students created a rotating multi-metal 3D printer that processes multiple metals simultaneously, drastically reducing production time;
➀ The machine, designed for aerospace and industrial applications (e.g., rocket nozzles, turbines), uses a rotating platform for continuous printing and precise gas flow control;
➂ ETH filed a patent for this innovation, which aims to scale for larger components and broader use in fields like e-mobility and aviation.
➀ HD Hyundai Oilbank is offering a free trial event for its 'Juyupass Premium' subscription service until September 7, targeting 400 selected customers with benefits including KRW 50/liter discounts (approx. $0.04/liter) on premium gasoline and car wash coupons;
➁ The premium subscription service, launched in August 2023, specifically caters to high-octane fuel users and is part of the company’s strategy to expand premium fuel sales amid rising demand;
➂ HD Hyundai Oilbank has solidified its position as a leader in Korea’s premium fuel market since 2005, offering products like 'KAZEN' and 'ULTRA KAZEN,' and has been the exclusive supplier for South Korea’s largest motorsport event since 2019.
➀ Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems, and Hanwha Ocean showcased localized defense solutions at MSPO 2025 in Poland, targeting the €5.9 billion (8 trillion KRW, ~$6.15 billion) 'Orca project' for three new submarines;
➁ Key exhibits included the 3,000-ton Jangbogo-III Batch-II submarine (with AIP and lithium-ion batteries), export-ready coastal patrol ships, and the K9A2 howitzer with automated ammunition loading;
➂ Hanwha emphasized partnerships with Polish manufacturers through technology transfers, workforce training, and joint production agreements to strengthen bilateral defense cooperation.
➀ Tech enthusiast Bitluni recreated a Commodore 64 Datasette using 1993 microcassette tech, achieving 1MB storage per tape (5x original capacity);
➁ Custom PCB design, 3D-printed housing, and signal optimization enabled real-time data transfer at 500bps;
➂ Future plans include USB-C mass storage integration and running C64 emulators directly from tapes.
➀ Chinese social media platforms like WeChat and Douyin now legally require AI-generated content labeling with watermarks and metadata;
➁ The Cyberspace Administration of China enforces penalties for AI-driven misinformation, targeting paid online commentators;
➂ Global parallels emerge as IETF proposes AI disclosure standards and Google implements C2PA image credentials.
