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October 14
- NVIDIA's next-gen GeForce RTX 5090 won't have huge price increase over RTX 4090 says leaker➀ Leaker 'kopite7kimi' disputes the rumored $1999 to $2499 pricing for the RTX 5090; ➁ The RTX 5090 is expected to have significant performance upgrades over the RTX 4090; ➂ The RTX 5090 is rumored to feature 32GB GDDR7 memory, over 20K CUDA cores, and a 600W power requirement.
- NVIDIA's next-gen Blackwell Ultra 'B300' AI GPU for GB300 AI servers: socketed design rumored➀ NVIDIA's next-gen Blackwell Ultra 'B300' AI GPUs are rumored to use a socketed design on GB300 AI servers; ➁ This design change is expected to simplify maintenance and upgrades; ➂ The B300 series is set to become the mainstream product for NVIDIA in the second half of 2025.
- Pokemon developer GameFreak confirms hack, apologizes for leaks➀ Pokemon developer GameFreak confirms a recent hack and leaks of information; ➁ The hack occurred in August 2024; ➂ GameFreak rebuilds and re-inspects the server to prevent future incidents.
- Xbox Game Pass cloud-only subscription tier may be in the works➀ Microsoft is reportedly preparing a cloud-only subscription tier for Xbox Game Pass; ➁ The move follows a favorable ruling in the Epic v Google trial; ➂ Microsoft aims to expand its cloud gaming efforts and reach more users without actual Xbox consoles.
October 12
- AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU spotted with all-core boost of 5.2GHz, could go on sale on November 7➀ AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU is rumored to have a base clock of 4.7GHz and an all-core boost of 5.2GHz; ➁ The processor is expected to be launched on November 7; ➂ The Ryzen 9800X3D may offer significant performance improvements over its predecessor.
- Man accused of creating Bitcoin denies involvement, points to QAnon conspiracy theories➀ A man identified as the creator of Bitcoin denies his involvement; ➁ HBO's documentary suggests Peter Todd as the creator; ➂ The accused believes the documentary is a marketing ploy.
- Nintendo forces players to be silent about its mysterious online test➀ Nintendo is conducting a mysterious online test for the Nintendo Switch Online; ➁ Participants are required to keep the contents of the test confidential; ➂ The test is scheduled to take place between October 23 and November 5.
October 11
- Concord may not be dead after all as game files update fueling free-to-play speculation➀ Concord, a major video game flop, may not be dead as its developers update Steam game files; ➁ Sony's decision to refund all purchases and pull the game from the market raises questions about its future; ➂ Speculations are growing that Sony and Firewalk Studios are preparing for a free-to-play re-release of Concord.
- EA reveals official drop rates for the rarest Apex Legends lootbox item➀ EA reveals the official drop rates for the rarest Apex Legends lootbox item, Heirloom Shards; ➁ The drop rate is 0.045% for a player with no cosmetics in their inventory; ➂ Players with more cosmetics have a higher drop rate due to duplication protection.
- Black Ops 6 is shaping up to be the least toxic Call of Duty game ever➀ Black Ops 6 is set to launch with anti-toxicity features; ➁ Activision has improved upon these features after testing them on other Call of Duty titles; ➂ ToxMod, an AI-driven moderation system, is expected to significantly reduce toxicity.
- Internet Archive hit by 'catastrophic' hack private user data of millions now exposed➀ The Internet Archive has suffered a massive data breach exposing tens of millions of user account details; ➁ The breach includes usernames, emails, and bcrypt password hashes; ➂ Hacker group SN_BLACKMETA claimed responsibility for the attack.
October 10
- MSI teases absolute monster Z890 GODLIKE motherboard ready for Intel Arrow Lake➀ MSI teased its MEG Z890 GODLIKE motherboard; ➁ The motherboard is expected to launch in Q4; ➂ It features expanded storage capabilities, high-speed connectivity, and advanced technologies like Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4.
- Intel's Core Ultra 200 Series CPUs have a different hot spot, so you might need a new cooler➀ Intel's Core Ultra 200 Series CPUs feature a new design with a changing hotspot, requiring a new cooler; ➁ The new NPU design in the CPUs affects cooling efficiency; ➂ MSI's new MPG CORELIQUID cooler addresses the issue with a UNI bracket.
- RTX 50 pricing leak: RTX 5090 for $1999-$2499, RTX 5080 for $1199-$1499, RTX 5070 for $599-$699➀ NVIDIA's next-generation GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card could cost between $1999 and $2499; ➁ The RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 models are priced between $1199 and $1499 and $599 to $699 respectively; ➂ The new RTX 50 series GPUs are expected to launch in 2025.
- Intel 14th Gen Core CPUs get huge 'discount bomb': 14900KF for $417, 14600KF for $204➀ Intel's 14th Gen Core CPUs are on a massive discount ahead of the launch of the new Arrow Lake CPUs; ➁ Newegg offers significant discounts on the Core i9-14900KF, Core i7-14700KF, and Core i5-14600KF; ➂ The discounts are part of Newegg's 'discount bomb' promotion.
- OpenAI gets one of the first engineering builds of NVIDIA's new Blackwell DGX B200 AI system➀ OpenAI receives one of the first engineering builds of NVIDIA's new Blackwell DGX B200 AI system; ➁ The system features 8 x B200 AI GPUs with up to 1.4TB of HBM3 memory and 72 petaFLOPS of training performance; ➂ OpenAI expresses excitement about the new system and its potential to accelerate AI compute.
October 9
- Google responds to claims Pixel smartphones send private user data to Google every 15 minutes➀ Google responds to claims Pixel smartphones send private user data to Google every 15 minutes; ➁ Google refutes the claims, stating the report lacks crucial context and misinterprets technical details; ➂ Google emphasizes user security and privacy as top priorities for Pixel devices.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 leaked specs: 16GB GDDR7 at fastest 32Gbps, 1TB/sec bandwidth➀ NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5080 is expected to feature the fastest GDDR7 memory at 32Gbps, with 16GB GDDR7 at 1TB/sec memory bandwidth; ➁ The GPU will have 10,752 CUDA cores and is expected to match RTX 4090 performance; ➂ The new RTX 5080 will offer significant performance improvements over the RTX 4080 and RTX 4080 SUPER.
- Google appeals historic antitrust lawsuit ruling that threatens its $12.4 billion mobile biz➀ Google appeals a historic antitrust lawsuit ruling; ➁ The ruling threatens Google's $12.4 billion mobile gaming empire; ➂ Google argues that the changes requested by Epic could harm consumers and developers.
- NVIDIA showcases stunning LEGO Fortnite PC with GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER GPU➀ NVIDIA showcases a stunning LEGO Fortnite PC with GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER GPU; ➁ The build includes over 1,000 LEGO bricks and took 14 days to complete; ➂ The PC features a full LEGO Fortnite scene with characters, biomes, and the iconic Fortnite bus.
- The Diablo 4 that never was: Permadeath hardcore by default with third-person view➀ Diablo IV was initially envisioned as a significant departure from the series with a permadeath hardcore mechanic and third-person view; ➁ The game was known as Project Hades and was led by Josh Mosqueira; ➂ It was in experimental phases and had not been fully developed for release.
- GPU Deals - Save big on these Radeon RX 7800 XT and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER cards➀ With Prime Day sales, save on GPUs like the XFX Radeon RX 7800 XT and MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER; ➁ The MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER Ventus 3X OC is discounted by 11% to $749.99 USD; ➂ The XFX Speedster Radeon RX 7800 XT CORE QICK319 is 18% off at $427.47 USD.
- Get rid of Wi-Fi dead zones with the Dynalink AXE10200 Wi-Fi 6E Whole Home Mesh System➀ Introduces the Dynalink AXE10200 Wi-Fi 6E Whole Home Mesh System; ➁ Discusses the benefits of a mesh system for eliminating Wi-Fi dead zones; ➂ Highlights the features of the Dynalink AXE10200, such as high-speed Wi-Fi 6E technology, coverage, and security.
- Saudi Arabia actually reduced its stake in Nintendo➀ Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reduced its stake in Nintendo's shares; ➁ The PIF's shareholding has dropped by a percentage point; ➂ The PIF now holds 7.54% of shares.
October 8
- AMD should be TSMC's next huge customer for Arizona: HPC AI chips made in the USA in 2025➀ AMD is reportedly set to produce next-gen, high-performance HPC AI chips at TSMC's new Arizona fab; ➁ This makes AMD the second major client for the new fab after Apple; ➂ Production is expected to begin in 2025 at TSMC's 5nm process node.
- New research in next-gen optical interposers: mutliple chiplets connected with low latency➀ CEA-Leti is developing optical interposers using silicon photonics; ➁ The new technology, called Starac, aims to reduce communication delays; ➂ Starac uses an ONoC for high-speed data transmission between chiplets without intermediate hops.
- Foldable keyboard with built-in Ryzen 7 8840 processor and up to 32GB of RAM available now➀ The Lunar 2-in-1 is a foldable keyboard and mini PC with the Ryzen 7 8840U processor; ➁ Up to 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD storage, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, and up to six hours of battery life; ➂ Available on Kickstarter starting at $579 USD.
- Epic will offer free games on the mobile Epic Store too➀ Epic Games plans to offer free games on its mobile Epic Games Store; ➁ The initiative aims to boost user numbers and discoverability of games; ➂ The program will launch in Q4 and include third-party apps.
October 7
- 343 Industries is no more as Halo moves to Unreal Engine 5➀ 343 Industries rebrands as Halo Studios; ➁ The Halo series transitions to Unreal Engine 5; ➂ The move aims to enhance game development efficiency and creativity.
- NVIDIA is discontinuing the GeForce RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 to make way for the RTX 50 Series➀ NVIDIA is discontinuing the GeForce RTX 4080 and RTX 4090; ➁ GeForce RTX 4090 stock is dwindling, causing prices to rise; ➂ Production halt to make room for the upcoming RTX 50 Series.