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August 13
- Samsung Odyssey OLED G6, The First 500Hz OLED Gaming Monitor, Is Now Available
➀ Samsung claims the world's first 500Hz OLED gaming monitor;
➁ Priced at $999.99, it offers a premium OLED panel with a fast refresh rate;
➂ Features include a 0.03ms response time, DisplayHDR TrueBlack 500 certification, and HDR10+ support.
- Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan has become a lightning rod of controversy amid US and China geopolitical tensions — here's why
➀ Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan faces scrutiny over investments in 600+ Chinese companies, including those with alleged military ties;
➁ Tan's leadership at Cadence Design Systems led to a $140M fine for selling chip software to Chinese military-linked firms;
➂ Despite temporary White House tensions, concerns persist about Tan's divestment from Chinese ventures amid U.S. CHIPS Act funding debates.
- Huawei releases new tool to get Chinese firms around crushing HBM export blacklist — new UCM software claims up to 22x throughput gain and 90% latency reduction for traditional cache hierarchies in AI workloads
➀ Huawei's UCM software optimizes AI data distribution across multiple memory types to bypass HBM dependency, achieving 22x throughput gain and 90% latency reduction;
➁ Tested in China UnionPay's real-world applications, the tool addresses China's HBM supply constraints under U.S. export controls;
➂ Aligns with China's push for tech independence, including reported restrictions on Nvidia's H20 GPUs and reduced reliance on Western hardware.
- Crew of Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker charged with intentionally sabotaging undersea cables — Finnish authorities claim ship dragged its anchor 56 miles along the sea floor, causing $70 million in damage to five cables
➀ Finnish authorities charged three crew members of the Russian-linked 'Eagle S' tanker with sabotage for allegedly dragging its anchor 56 miles, damaging five undersea cables worth $70 million;
➁ The vessel, part of a 'shadow fleet' evading sanctions, was seized in December 2024 and linked to suspected Russian 'hybrid warfare' in the Baltic Sea;
➂ Legal challenges over Finland’s jurisdiction in international waters may complicate prosecution, despite claims of 'crime effects' in Finnish territory.
- Intel's fabled Itanium refuses to die, but the end is probably near — deprecation of IA-64 support is back on the chopping block in GCC version 16
➀ GCC 16 may remove IA-64 support due to unmaintained code and rare hardware since Intel discontinued Itanium in 2021;
➀ Linux kernel dropped Itanium support in 6.7, leaving IA-64 compiler code in limbo without active maintainers;
➀ Itanium's IA-64 architecture, despite early hype, failed to compete with AMD's x86-64 due to complexity and compatibility issues.
August 12
- Arm Neural Super Sampling Set To Bring DLSS-Style Upscaling To Mobile GPUs
➀ Arm在SIGGRAPH 2025上发布了其首个专为移动GPU设计的AI驱动型上采样技术——神经超级采样（NSS）；
➁ 该技术旨在通过在较低分辨率下渲染并使用AI填充细节，在移动平台上实现桌面级图形，同时降低功耗；
➂ 与NVIDIA的DLSS、AMD的FSR4和Intel的XeSS类似，但针对移动设备进行了优化，并主要在片上神经加速器上运行。
- New Master’s Program in Sustainable Materials Combines Science and Technology Expertise
➀ Saarland University launches a new Master’s program, ‘Sustainable Materials and Engineering,’ focusing on environmentally friendly material design, resource efficiency, and circular economy integration;
➁ The interdisciplinary curriculum combines chemistry, materials science, and systems engineering, emphasizing practical research and industry applications;
➂ Students gain expertise in developing recyclable materials, energy-efficient production, and lifecycle management for sustainable solutions in packaging, construction, and automotive sectors.
- The beige GPU of your dreams is here, and it's pricey — Asus unveils Noctua Edition RTX 5080 fitted with 3x NF-A12x25 G2 fans and custom vapor chamber to achieve 'state-of-the-art quiet cooling efficiency'
➀ ASUS and Noctua collaborated on the RTX 5080 Noctua Edition, featuring triple NF-A12x25 G2 fans and an 11-heatpipe vapor chamber for ultra-quiet cooling.
➀ The GPU achieves 21.4 dB(A) noise levels at 360W load, outperforming standard models by 14.5 dB(A), with GPU/VRAM temperatures at 57°C/52°C.
➀ The card's massive 385mm design and £1,500 price (~50% above MSRP) prioritize acoustics over raw performance, marked by semi-passive cooling and dual BIOS modes.
- Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti bought from Amazon had the box contents swapped for bag of suspicious white powder — PC hardware enthusiast bamboozled by Amazon just days after ordering a 5090 with no GPU core, finds salt instead
➀ A Taiwanese tech enthusiast unboxed an Amazon-purchased Gigabyte RTX 5070 Ti live on YouTube only to find a bag of salt replacing the GPU；
➁ This marks the user's second Amazon mishap, following a prior order of an ASUS RTX 5090 missing its GPU core；
➂ High GPU prices in Taiwan drive consumers to overseas Amazon purchases, despite risks of fraudulent sellers.
- Nvidia responds to claim China is urging local companies to avoid Nvidia H20 — report claims authorities have sent notices discouraging use, especially for government-related purposes
➀ China reportedly urges domestic companies to avoid using NVIDIA's H20 chips for government-related purposes, citing security and environmental concerns;
➀ NVIDIA denies claims of H20's military applications, stating China has sufficient domestic alternatives for government operations;
➂ Tensions escalate as U.S. and China vie for semiconductor dominance, with potential impacts on NVIDIA's market strategy and AI chip exports.
August 11
- Nvidia unveils 2U RTX Pro 6000 servers at SIGGRAPH — double shot of Blackwell power comes to smaller rackmount form factors
➀ NVIDIA announced 2U rackmount servers with RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell GPUs at SIGGRAPH 2025, targeting enterprise AI deployments;
➀ Partner companies including Dell and HPE will offer compact servers with dual GPUs, reducing space and cooling needs compared to 4U systems;
➂ The RTX Pro 6000's air-cooled design offers a cost-effective alternative to liquid-cooled B200/B300 GPUs, ideal for edge computing.
- Nvidia introduces compact Blackwell professional graphics cards — RTX Pro 4000 SFF and Pro 2000 GPUs arrive at SIGGRAPH 2025
➀ NVIDIA launches two new Blackwell-based professional GPUs: RTX Pro 4000 SFF and Pro 2000, targeting AI and workstation use cases.
➁ The RTX Pro 4000 SFF offers doubled AI performance and 24GB ECC GDDR7 memory at 70W TDP, while the Pro 2000 delivers 1.5x faster 3D rendering and 16GB GDDR7.
➂ Both GPUs will be available through system integrators like Dell, HP, and Lenovo later this year, with pricing yet to be disclosed.
- Google's AI could be tricked into enabling spam, revealing a user's location, and leaking private correspondence with a calendar invite — 'promptware' targets LLM interface to trigger malicious activity
➀ SafeBreach researchers revealed that malicious Google Calendar invites could exploit Gemini AI to spread spam, delete user data, and leak sensitive information via a method called 'promptware';
➁ The attack leverages Gemini's deep integration with Google services and user habits, enabling remote control of smart devices and email exfiltration;
➂ Google addressed the vulnerability in June 2025 after disclosure, but experts warn 73% of LLM-related threats pose high-critical risks requiring urgent mitigation.
- Nvidia and AMD reportedly sharing 15% of their China GPU revenue in exchange for export licenses — 'unprecedented' export revenue sharing deal may have been struck
➀ Nvidia and AMD allegedly agreed to pay 15% of China-sourced GPU revenues to the U.S. government to unlock restricted AI chip exports, including H20 and MI308 models;
➁ The unprecedented revenue-sharing deal reflects a strategic shift in U.S. export controls, balancing security concerns with market competition;
➂ Chinese state media criticized Nvidia's H20 chips as 'unsafe,' mirroring Western scrutiny of Chinese semiconductors, amid rising AI chip rivalry.
- Hochschule Koblenz Opens Robotics Laboratory and Launches New Bachelor's Program in 'Robotics and AI' with Minister Hoch in Attendance
➀ Koblenz University of Applied Sciences launches a new Bachelor's program in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the 2025/26 winter semester, supported by €2 million in funding from the Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of Science and Health;
➁ A state-of-the-art robotics laboratory has been established, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in robotic automation, AI applications, and interdisciplinary research combining mechatronics and computer science;
➂ The program emphasizes industry collaboration, with a dual-study option starting in 2026 to address regional talent demands and strengthen Rheinland-Pfalz's position in technological innovation.
- Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan expected to visit Trump to address China links — duo tipped to have 'wide-ranging' conversation to address national security concerns
➀ Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan is set to meet President Trump to address concerns over his ties to China and reaffirm Intel's commitment to U.S. semiconductor independence.
➁ Intel faces mounting challenges, including a 50% valuation drop, workforce reductions, and delayed Ohio plant development, compounded by political scrutiny over its CHIPS Act funding.
➂ Trump's stringent semiconductor policies, including 100% tariffs on non-domestic chip production and revenue-sharing demands for AI GPU exports to China, highlight escalating U.S.-China tech tensions.
- Back in stock, this MSRP-priced RTX 5080 OC is the 2nd most powerful GPU available and is now just $999 for the overclocked variant
➀ The PNY GeForce RTX 5080 OC, priced at $999, is back in stock with MSRP after initial shortages, targeting high-end gaming and 4K performance.
➁ It features 16GB GDDR7 VRAM, 10,752 CUDA cores, and boosts up to 2.62GHz, with triple-fan cooling and improved ray-tracing/DLSS 4 capabilities.
➂ Despite its premium cost, the GPU is a top choice for ultra-settings 4K gaming, though it demands a robust PSU and careful budget consideration.
- Rumored $599-$699 MacBook could be in the works — 12.9-inch model with iPhone 16 Pro SoC tipped for Q3 2025 production
➀ Apple's supply chain sources suggest a $599-$699 MacBook with a 12.9-inch display and iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro SoC may enter production in Q3 2025;
➁ The A18 Pro chip, built on TSMC's 3nm process, targets Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 but may trade performance for affordability;
➂ Apple aims to boost annual MacBook shipments by 30-40% by targeting budget-conscious users, potentially disrupting its MacBook Air lineup.
- Adaptec announces new RAID card that supports up to 32 NVMe PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 SSDs — offers up to 291GB/s read speeds at full capacity
➀ Adaptec SmartRAID 4300 RAID card supports 32 NVMe SSDs with PCIe 4.0/5.0 interfaces, achieving 291GB/s sequential read speeds;
➁ Software-defined storage architecture decouples hardware from software, enabling superior scalability and compatibility with mixed SSD configurations;
➂ Demonstrated 7x I/O performance improvement over previous generations, with RAID 5 array rebuilds hitting 32GB/s in Linux environments.
- CT scan peels back the layers of time to reveal the engineering within Intel’s iconic 386 CPU — exposing intricate pin mapping, hidden power planes, and more
➀ Ken Shirriff's CT scans reveal the Intel 386 CPU's intricate six-layer ceramic packaging, including gold bond wires and copper power planes.
➁ The packaging acted as a critical bridge between microscopic die features and macroscopic socket pins, enabling reliable performance.
➂ The 386's advanced design marked Intel's shift to high-pin-count packaging, crucial for early multitasking PCs.
- SappZ: A Talent Forge for Sensor Research
➀ The Sensor Application Center (SappZ) at OTH Regensburg celebrated its 15th anniversary, focusing on applied sensor research and technology transfer to SMEs;
➁ Innovations include 3D printing, AI-driven gas sensors (PreSEDA project), and miniaturized oil monitoring systems (microSPIN), leveraging AI for real-time analysis;
➂ The center has secured €15 million in funding, spawned five startups, and earned awards, reinforcing its role as a hub for regional innovation.
August 10
- Newly discovered WinRAR exploit linked to Russian hacking group, can plant backdoor malware — zero day hack requires manual update to fix
➀ A critical directory traversal vulnerability (CVE-2025-8088) in WinRAR was exploited by the Russian-linked RomCom hacking group to plant backdoor malware via malicious archives;
➀ The flaw allows attackers to place executable files in Windows startup folders, enabling automatic execution and remote code control;
➁ WinRAR version 7.13 fixes the issue, but users must manually update as the software lacks auto-update functionality.
- LG TV Blowout Sale: $1300 Off OLED, 86" Beast For Only $709 And More Deals
➀ Today is a good time to buy a new big screen TV as Best Buy is hosting a blowout sale on several LG models, including OLED TVs with big discounts and giant-sized panels at surprising low prices.
➁ The 77-inch LG B5 Series OLED TV is discounted to $1,699.99 at Best Buy, saving $1,300 over MSRP.
➂ The 86-inch LG UT75 Series LED TV is on sale for $709.99 at Best Buy, saving $90.
- AWS user’s data returned ‘because one human being inside AWS decided to give a damn’
➀ A software engineer's 10-year AWS data was restored after an internal employee intervened, despite previous claims by AWS support that all data was 'terminated';
➁ The incident exposed flaws in AWS support communication and the risks of its 'shared payer' model leading to abrupt account termination;
➂ The victim criticized AWS's 'gaslighting' responses but acknowledged the need for multi-cloud backups and urged AWS to improve customer safeguards.
August 9
- Enthusiast builds 'AMD gaming PC' entirely made of cardboard — specs include unreleased AMD 5800GT CPU, DDR8 RAM, PCIe 6.0 SSD, and 2,400W power supply
➀ A Reddit user showcased a fully cardboard-built gaming PC featuring fictional specs like an unreleased AMD 5800GT CPU, DDR8 RAM, and PCIe 6.0 SSD;
➁ The build mimics real PC assembly with detailed components, including a functional vacuum cleaner for cooling and RGB lighting;
➂ Despite non-functionality, the creative effort highlights enthusiast craftsmanship and humor, down to omitting thermal paste for a cardboard CPU.
- $3 keychain lets you carry a functioning keyboard switch and keycap with you wherever you go — fidget toy is compatible with Cherry MX switches and keycaps
➀ Japanese company Bit Trade One launches My Key Keychain, compatible with Cherry MX mechanical switches and keycaps.
➁ Priced under $3, it serves as both a customizable fidget toy and a tactile showcase for keyboard enthusiasts.
➂ Limited to Japan; alternative tech-themed keychains like Seasonic x Noctua collabs are highlighted.
- 3D-printed PCB made with PVA and liquid metal is fully recyclable — dissolves and separates when immersed in water, allowing for later re-use
➀ Researchers developed a recyclable 3D-printed PCB using PVA substrate and EGaIn liquid metal, which dissolves in water for material recovery;
➁ The method achieves 99.4% PVA and 98.6% EGaIn recovery rates, supported by a FreeCAD/KiCad integration tool for rapid prototyping;
➂ Suitable for labs and makerspaces, it reduces e-waste and costs, with 5A current and 10MHz signal capabilities.
- AMD quietly launches Radeon RX 7400 8GB budget gaming GPU — RDNA 3 goes another rung lower on the ladder
➀ AMD quietly introduced two RDNA 3-based GPUs: the Radeon RX 7400 for budget gaming and Pro W7400 for workstations.
➁ The RX 7400 uses Navi 33 silicon with 1,792 Stream Processors, 8GB GDDR6 (10.8 Gbps), and a 55W TBP, requiring no external power.
➂ Both GPUs target cost-sensitive markets, with AMD leveraging Navi 33's lower production costs to offer competitive pricing, though exact MSRPs remain unannounced.
August 8
- Apple MacBooks, iPads And Watches Are Up To $300 Off For Back-To-School Savings
➀ Apple is offering significant discounts on its MacBook, iPad, and Apple Watch products for back-to-school savings.
➁ The 14.2-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip is on sale for $1,299, saving $300.
➂ The 11-inch iPad (128GB) is available for $299, a $50 discount.
➃ A variety of Apple Watch models are also on sale, including the Ultra 2, Series 10, and SE.
- Smartwatch Sold By Home Shopping Network Gets Recalled For Burn Risk
➀ A smartwatch sold on HSN has been recalled due to overheating and fire risk.
➁ The Altafit af28 smartwatch has been reported to overheat and catch fire while charging.
➂ The recall affects nearly 3,000 smartwatches sold exclusively through HSN.com from March through May 2025.