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May 17
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265K CPU is currently priced at a record low of $269
➀ Intel Core Ultra 7 265K CPU hits a record low price of $269, down from its $404 MSRP;
➁ The processor features 20 cores (8 performance + 12 efficiency), 5.5 GHz max turbo, 33 TOPS NPU, and supports PCIe 4.0/5.0 and DDR5-6400 memory;
➂ Potential caveat: LGA1851 socket compatibility may require future motherboard upgrades.
- Endorfy Fortis 5 Black ARGB Review: All you need for AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D
➀ The Endorfy Fortis 5 air cooler delivers quiet operation and sufficient cooling for AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D at stock settings, though it struggles with Intel i7/i9 CPUs.
➁ Featuring six direct-touch copper heatpipes, a thick single-tower heatsink, and a 140mm ARGB fan with 100,000+ hour durability, it prioritizes real-world usability over extreme overclocking.
➂ Tested in closed-case environments for authenticity, it offers easy installation and full RAM clearance, making it ideal for mainstream users seeking reliable thermal performance.
May 16
- Nintendo Reveals These Games Are Getting Free Upgrades To Switch 2
➀ Nintendo has revealed a list of games that will receive free upgrades to the Switch 2 version.
➁ Titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario 3D World are among the notable ones.
➂ Some games will receive features like HDR support and better frame rates.
- AMD Surges On Hot EPYC And Ryzen X3D Demand To Chip Away At Intel Share
➀ AMD's desktop CPU market share surged to 28%, up from 27.1% in the previous quarter and 23.9% a year ago.
➁ AMD's server share reached a new record high of 27.2%.
➂ Despite a decline in mobile market share, AMD's overall mobile share is still up from last year.
- Sony Unveils WH-1000XM6 Headphones With A Big ANC Upgrade And Scene-Based Profiles
➀ After three years of anticipation, Sony has released the WH-1000XM6 headphones, promising significant advancements in noise cancellation, sound quality, and user convenience.
➁ The new headphones feature a QN3 chipset, revised audio tuning, 12 onboard mics, and a foldable design.
➂ The WH-1000XM6 offers improved noise cancellation, high-resolution audio streaming, and a comfortable design with multipoint connectivity.
- Epic CEO Tim Sweeney Calls Out Tim Cook After Apple Blocks Fortnite On iOS
➀ Epic Games claims Apple is blocking its latest app submission for Fortnite;
➁ The move follows a recent legal ruling against Apple for violating a court order;
➂ Fortnite players express frustration over the lack of access to the game on iOS devices.
- Acer Unveils Sleek New Aspire And Swift Copilot+ Laptops At Computex
➀ Acer at Computex unveiled a range of new Aspire AI, Swift Edge, and Swift X Duo series laptops;
➁ The laptops feature the latest hardware platforms and AI-infused Copilot+ features;
➂ The Aspire AI series offers various configurations with next-generation processors and AI experiences;
➃ The Swift series includes Edge 14 AI and Go AI laptops with Intel Core Ultra processors and NPUs;
➄ The Swift X series is designed for creative professionals with AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors and GeForce RTX 5070 GPUs.
- The University at Göppingen Campus Focuses on Future Trends!
➀ Esslingen University introduces the dual-degree MechatronikBUSINESS program, combining Mechatronics and Industrial Engineering, enabling students to earn two bachelor’s degrees in nine semesters;
➁ New specializations include Medical Technology, Energy/Hydrogen Systems, and AI in mechatronic applications, aligning with industry trends;
➂ Flexible study models (part-time, corporate partnerships, and work-study combinations) and enrollment options are available, with an open day scheduled for May 2025.
- Silicon Power launches its first CUDIMM high-performance DDR5 with speeds of up to 9200MT/s
➀ Silicon Power introduces XPOWER Cyclone DDR5 RGB CUDIMM/UDIMM with XMP 3.0, PMIC, and On-Die ECC;
➁ CUDIMM version achieves up to 9200MT/s speeds with CKD module for enhanced signal integrity, but AMD AM5 platform support remains limited;
➂ Features RGB lighting, 2mm aluminum heatsink, and targets Intel Core Ultra/Z890 platforms.
- Go big or go home, with this 32-inch, 240Hz, 4K gaming monitor from LG — now at its lowest-ever price of $897
➀ LG's 32-inch Ultragear 32GS95UE OLED gaming monitor hits a record-low price of $897 (originally $1,399), featuring dual 4K 240Hz/FHD 480Hz modes and a 0.03ms response time;
➁ Equipped with OLED technology for infinite contrast ratios and Nvidia/AMD adaptive sync compatibility, plus innovative Pixel Sound audio via the display panel;
➂ Targets gamers seeking high-resolution visuals for titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or ultra-smooth gameplay in competitive shooters.
- Trump administration could add CXMT and other Chinese chipmakers to ever-expanding export blacklist
➀ The U.S. plans to add Chinese chipmakers like CXMT and SMIC subsidiaries to its export blacklist, citing national security concerns;
➁ A temporary U.S.-China trade deal may delay the move, but tensions persist over technology and military ties;
➂ CXMT, China's first DDR5 memory producer, faces escalating restrictions amid global semiconductor rivalry.
- Pliops expands AI's context windows with 3D NAND-based accelerator – can accelerate certain inference workflows by up to eight times
➀ Pliops introduces XDP LightningAI accelerator and FusIOnX software to address GPU HBM bottlenecks by storing precomputed context on SSDs;
➁ The PCIe 5.0 card enables near-HBM speeds, reduces redundant GPU calculations, and boosts inference throughput by up to 8x;
➂ Supports multi-GPU setups and persistent context sharing, lowering AI infrastructure costs while maintaining stable latency.
- Silicon Motion's new SM2324 enables USB4 SSD control with up to 32TB supported
➀ Silicon Motion launches SM2324, a single-chip USB4 SSD controller supporting up to 32TB storage and 4,000 MB/s read speeds;
➁ The controller integrates advanced security features like AES encryption and Apple MFi certification for professional media workflows;
➂ Built on TSMC 12nm process, it targets compact, high-performance external storage for consumer and enterprise markets.
- Reducing Greenhouse Gases in Industry: Consortium Develops Carbon Footprint Tracking System
➀ The Climate bOWL project developed an intelligent carbon footprint tracking system to assist industries in identifying and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across production chains;
➁ The €3.16 million initiative involved universities and companies like NTT Data and Miele, focusing on automated data analysis to enhance transparency and energy efficiency;
➂ The system provides actionable insights for emission reduction, prioritizing real mitigation over compensation to achieve climate neutrality.
- NY CREATES and Fraunhofer IPMS Agree to Joint Development of Data Storage on 300mm Wafers
➀ NY CREATES and Fraunhofer IPMS signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to advance research on 300mm wafer-based data storage technologies, focusing on ferroelectric memory devices;
➁ The collaboration aims to combine expertise in materials evaluation and process development for energy-efficient, CMOS-compatible memory solutions applicable to neuromorphic computing;
➂ This builds on a prior 2023 Memorandum of Understanding, reinforcing transatlantic cooperation to drive semiconductor innovation and economic growth.
- NY CREATES and Fraunhofer IPMS Announce Joint Development Agreement to Advance Memory Devices at 300mm Wafer Scale
➀ NY CREATES and Fraunhofer IPMS formalized a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to co-develop advanced 300mm wafer-scale memory devices, focusing on ferroelectric memory technology using hafnium oxide (HfO₂);
➀ The collaboration aims to enhance energy-efficient, scalable memory solutions for neuromorphic computing applications, leveraging Fraunhofer IPMS's expertise in HfO₂-based memory and NY CREATES' Albany NanoTech Complex facilities;
➂ The partnership builds on prior agreements and aligns with U.S. initiatives like the CHIPS for America EUV Accelerator to strengthen semiconductor R&D leadership and economic growth.
May 15
- Apple Vision Pro A Year Later: Hits, Misses & What The Future Holds
➀ The Apple Vision Pro has had an interesting trajectory since its launch, with some impressive moments but ultimately falling short of its promise of spatial computing.
➁ The device's comfort, use case, and app support were criticized, with many users experiencing fatigue and red marks on their faces after just an hour of use.
➂ Despite improvements over time, the high price point and lack of a strong ecosystem have hindered its adoption.
- Did A Steam Data Breach Compromise 89 Million Accounts? Valve Responds
➀ Valve has responded to reports of a major data breach involving 89 million Steam user records;
➁ Underdark.ai highlighted a dark web forum post by a hacker claiming to possess the data;
➂ Valve asserts that there was no breach of Steam systems and no sensitive data was compromised.
- Lenovo unveils compact AI workstation equipped with Nvidia GB10 and 128 GB of system memory
➀ Lenovo launches ThinkStation PGX AI workstation with Nvidia GB10 chip and 128GB memory, delivering 1 PetaFLOP performance for AI models up to 200B parameters;
➁ Dual-unit configuration boosts capacity to 405B parameters, competing with Nvidia's Project Digits and Asus/MSI alternatives;
➂ Despite claims of 1 PFLOP at FP4 precision, real-world FP8 performance lags behind Tiny Corp's RTX 5090-based solution at 6x higher cost.
- New Bachelor's degree program: Rescue Engineering
➀ Technical University of Applied Sciences Augsburg (THA) launches a Bachelor's program in Rescue Engineering for the 2025/2026 winter semester, focusing on practical training in fire protection, disaster control, and civil safety technologies.
➁ The interdisciplinary program, developed with regional fire departments and aid organizations, equips graduates for roles in emergency services, safety technology development, and industrial security, emphasizing technical expertise and crisis management skills.
➂ Admission qualifications include vocational experience, with flexible pathways for applicants without traditional academic credentials, and applications open for full-time or part-time study starting July 15, 2025.
- Qualcomm confirms it is re-entering the data center CPU market, starting with Saudi Arabia's AI cloud project
➀ Qualcomm partners with Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN AI to develop AI data centers using its CPU and edge computing solutions;
➁ The move marks Qualcomm's return to the data center CPU market after its failed Centriq project in 2019, leveraging Nuvia's Arm-based technology;
➂ The collaboration includes building a semiconductor design center in Saudi Arabia and follows Nvidia's recent AI GPU deployment in the region.
- Alphacool launches first Core GPU Cooler blocks for the AMD RX 9070 family
➀ Alphacool expands its Core GPU Cooler series with 21 new water blocks for AMD's RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT GPUs, covering models from ASRock, Asus, Gigabyte, and others;
➀ The cooling blocks feature chrome-plated copper plates, brass connectors, and include backplates and pre-applied thermal paste for optimized heat dissipation;
➂ Priced at around €200, these blocks highlight the RX 9070 series' popularity, with non-XT models gaining traction for their efficiency and value.
- New Bachelor's Program: Rescue Engineering
➀ The Technical University of Augsburg (THA) will launch a Bachelor’s program in Rescue Engineering (B. Eng.) starting in Winter 2025/26, focusing on interdisciplinary training in safety technologies and civil protection;
➁ Developed in collaboration with regional emergency services like the Augsburg Fire Department, the program emphasizes practical skills in risk assessment, crisis management, and team coordination, blending technical expertise with psychological and communication training;
➂ Open to applicants with vocational experience or traditional academic qualifications, the program offers full-time and part-time options, preparing graduates for roles in emergency response, safety technology development, and disaster prevention.
- U.S. issues worldwide crackdown on using Huawei Ascend chips, says it violates export controls
➀ The U.S. Commerce Department prohibits global use of Huawei's Ascend AI chips, citing violations of export controls due to alleged use of U.S. technology;
➁ Nvidia views Huawei as a formidable competitor but highlights challenges in replacing its dominance, as Huawei faces sanctions limiting access to advanced chipmaking tools;
➂ The crackdown underscores U.S. efforts to maintain AI leadership, even as Chinese firms like Biren and Moore Threads emerge as potential long-term challengers.
- Pre-order the official Nintendo 256GB microSD Express memory card for the Nintendo Switch 2 for £49
➀ The officially licensed 256GB microSD Express card for Nintendo Switch 2 is available for pre-order on Amazon UK at £49 with a price guarantee;
➁ The card launches on June 5, 2025, alongside the Switch 2, supporting up to 2TB capacity for extensive game storage;
➂ 256GB offers the best value per GB, as higher capacities may be prohibitively expensive for most users.
- UKP Workshop 2025: Process Technology for Scaling Processes and Productivity
➀ The 8th UKP Workshop in Aachen focused on ultrashort pulse laser technology advancements, addressing beam sources, system innovations, and scaling strategies to enhance precision and productivity in industrial applications;
➀ Key developments included high-power UV/DUV lasers, MEMS/LCoS modulators for beam shaping, GHz burst systems, and multi-scanner setups to optimize throughput and process control;
➂ Applications spanned medical device manufacturing (e.g., adhesive-free glass welding), semiconductor chip separation, and consumer electronics, with live demos showcasing laser-induced etching and neural network-guided beam shaping.
- Position Paper 'Industry 4.0: Research and Development Perspectives' by the Research Council Industry 4.0
➀ The Research Council Industry 4.0 released a position paper outlining priorities for research funding to strengthen Germany's industrial competitiveness through sustainable value creation, ecosystems, advanced engineering methods, workforce collaboration, and practical implementation;
➁ It emphasizes the need for innovative business models, holistic digital transformation, and support for SMEs to ensure technological sovereignty and counter emerging digital competitors;
➂ The paper originated from discussions at a BMBF research retreat and calls for targeted funding to align research with economic, technological, and labor-oriented goals.
May 14
- Nintendo Boss Details Switch 2 Forecast, Best Buy To Host Late-Night Launch
➀ The retail launch for Nintendo's Switch 2 is approaching fast, with just under 3 weeks to go. Best Buy has confirmed a midnight launch event.
➁ Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa provided insights into the company's sales forecast of 15 million units in the console's first year.
➂ Furukawa dismissed the notion that production capacity and tariffs played a role in the forecast.
- Doom: The Dark Ages Dev Details Workaround To Game Crashes On NVIDIA GPUs
➀ NVIDIA released a new 'Game Ready' driver package for Doom: The Dark Ages, but some users are experiencing crashes with the latest driver release.
➁ id Software has identified a workaround for the issue, including rebooting the system, reinstalling the driver, and disabling integrated GPUs.
➂ The post on Steam also includes details about the game's system requirements and known issues.
- MSI MAG Pano 100R PZ Case Review: spacious, with extra PCIe slots and back-connect support
➀ MSI MAG Pano 100R PZ supports back-connect motherboards and vertical GPU installation with eight PCIe slots, offering flexible build configurations;
➁ The case delivers strong thermal performance with four pre-installed ARGB fans and supports up to ten fans/360mm radiators, though noise-normalized CPU cooling has room for improvement;
➂ Despite lacking an included GPU riser cable, it features thoughtful cable management, magnetic dust filters, and dual storage panels for SSDs/HDDs at a $159 MSRP.