29 days ago

➀ The U.S. imposes 100% tariffs on Chinese goods and export controls on 'critical software' starting November 2025, escalating trade tensions following China's rare-earth export restrictions.

➁ China's new policy requires approval for exporting products with >0.1% rare-earth content, impacting global supply chains in automotive, electronics, and chip manufacturing.

➂ The undefined 'critical software' ban could target AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch) and hardware control tools, further straining China's tech development and global industry operations.

AIautomotive
29 days ago

➀ A Chinese bride surprised her groom with an Asus ROG Astral RTX 5090 GPU on their wedding day, using a numerical riddle rooted in Chinese homophone slang to reveal the gift;

➁ The equation "520×10 + 1,314 - 514 - 619 + 666 – 957 = 5090" cleverly encodes romantic phrases like "I love you forever" while referencing the GPU model;

➂ Reddit users applauded the creativity, though some humorously questioned the card's authenticity and marriage longevity amid China's strict GPU market.

NVIDIAGamingGPU
29 days ago

➀ An Oklahoma man faces 20 years in prison for supplying over 100 3D-printed machine gun conversion kits to an FBI undercover agent posing as an al-Qaida operative;

➁ The FBI sting operation uncovered the suspect's broader activities, including sharing military manuals, discussing nuclear weapons, and cyberattack plans;

➂ The case highlights tensions between free speech, gun rights, and national security risks posed by 3D-printed 'ghost guns.'

Cybersecurity
29 days ago

➀ Secretlab Titan Evo NanoGen gaming chair features hybrid leatherette with nanofoam layers, offering superior UV/stain resistance and adjustable ergonomics;

➁ The chair’s firm seat and gaming-oriented design provide sturdy support but may lack comfort for prolonged office use, with assembly requiring caution in rail alignment;

➂ Priced at $799, it excels in build quality and customization, though the heavy frame and carpet-unfriendly casters pose usability challenges.

Gaming
29 days ago

➀ Father-son duo transforms a decommissioned school bus into the Retro Reset Computer Bus, showcasing gaming systems from the 1970s onward;

➁ Features operational vintage tech like Sinclair ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 alongside DIY hardware components to educate visitors on computing evolution;

➂ Non-profit initiative aims to inspire tech curiosity across UK schools and communities.

Retro GamingDIY
29 days ago

➀ Cisco unveiled its Silicon One P200 chip and Cisco 8223 switch, targeting 51.2T-scale networking for geographically distributed AI clusters and addressing power efficiency challenges.

➁ The Silicon One P200 emphasizes large buffers and a P4 programmable network processor for high-performance, flexible flow management, enabling multi-data-center connectivity critical for AI workloads.

➂ Competing with NVIDIA and Broadcom in scale-across networking, Cisco highlights security features and plans to support IOS XR and NX-OS, aligning with industry trends of colocating compute resources near power sources.

CiscoNetworkingAI
29 days ago

➀ Global ship orders in September fell 44% year-on-year to 3.5 million CGT (123 vessels), with South Korea securing 39% (1.35 million CGT, 33 vessels) and China 40% (1.42 million CGT, 69 vessels);

➁ Cumulative orders from January to September declined 47% YoY to 32.64 million CGT, with South Korea holding a 22% share (7.34 million CGT) and China dominating at 56% (18.33 million CGT);

➂ Clarksons Newbuilding Price Index dipped slightly to 185.58, with LNG carriers priced at $250 million, VLCCs at $126 million, and ultra-large container ships at $270 million.

29 days ago

➀ ASML appointed senior VP Marco Peters as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Peters joined ASML in 1999 and previously led roles in EUV lithography marketing and application development;

➁ Peters will become an internal director at the 2024 shareholder meeting. CFO Roger Dassen and COO Frédéric Schneider-Maunoury will be reappointed, expanding the board from 5 to 6 members;

➂ CEO Christophe Fouquet pledged full support for Peters to advance ASML's technology roadmap, particularly in EUV and semiconductor innovation.

29 days ago

➀ The EU proposed stricter steel TRQ measures, including reduced quotas, higher tariffs (25%→50%), and monitoring for major steel-exporting countries;

➁ South Korea's Ministry of Trade held an emergency meeting with steel industry representatives to address potential export impacts, as the EU is Korea's second-largest steel export market;

➂ The steel industry urged swift government action to counter unfair trade practices and requested expanded inter-ministerial support for low-carbon, high-value-added steel transformation to boost competitiveness.

29 days ago

➀ S-Oil launches "Quick Refuel Stamp Run Event" via its app until December 31, 2025, offering stamps for cumulative payments with rewards including fuel vouchers (200,000 KRW ≈ $153) and gift coupons;

➁ The event follows a 120% YoY growth in Quick Refuel service usage since June 2023, aiming to boost customer loyalty and attract new users;

➂ Participants earn stamps at spending milestones, receiving guaranteed prizes like fuel vouchers, chicken gift cards, and Quick Refuel coupons to enhance engagement.

29 days ago
1. NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) shows strong growth potential amid rising global demand for nuclear power driven by electricity needs and grid limitations; 2. NNE's stock surged over 250% in 2025, supported by U.S. government incentives and sector momentum from AI, EVs, and cryptocurrency industries; 3. Despite current losses, NNE's low market cap and M&A appeal make it a bullish buy, with a recommendation to purchase below $50.
Nuclear EnergyMarket Trends
30 days ago

➀ China expands rare-earth export controls targeting advanced semiconductor manufacturing (14nm logic chips and 256-layer+ memory), with rules now covering foreign products containing Chinese rare earths.

➀ Global HDD and semiconductor firms like Seagate and Western Digital may face supply chain disruptions due to restrictions on key materials like polishing compounds and magnets.

➀ The move mirrors U.S. tech export policies, escalating a bidirectional tech war where both nations cite 'national security' to restrict critical chip-related technologies.

ChinaChipmakingExport Controls
30 days ago

➀ Astronomers have detected the lowest-mass dark object ever found in the universe, a mysterious object with a mass of roughly one million times that of our Sun, located approximately 10 billion light-years from Earth.

➁ The discovery challenges the widely-accepted Cold Dark Matter (CDM) theory, which predicts that dark matter forms clumps or halos across a vast range of sizes.

➂ The object's true nature remains unknown, with two leading possibilities: a clump of dark matter or a very compact, inactive dwarf galaxy.

astronomy
30 days ago

① China bans Canadian research firm TechInsights, a key entity that revealed Huawei's use of TSMC chips despite U.S. sanctions;

② The ban prohibits Chinese entities from collaborating with TechInsights, citing its role in exposing sensitive tech dependencies of Chinese companies;

③ The move aligns with China's strategic push for semiconductor self-reliance, following TechInsights' reports contradicting Beijing's narrative.

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