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July 26
- NASA sends 4K video to the ISS faster than you can download games1. NASA successfully transferred 4K video at speeds over 900 Mbps from an aircraft to the ISS. 2. The HDTN project tested the network capabilities using lasers and satellites. 3. This technology supports future missions like Artemis II and potential Mars landings.
- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X overclocked to nearly 6GHz, beats all other flagship CPUs in single-core perf1. AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, based on Zen 5 architecture, has been overclocked to nearly 6GHz. 2. The overclocked processor shows a 20% performance increase compared to stock settings. 3. It outperforms Intel's Core i9-14900KS by 19% in single-core benchmarks.
- Runway busted stealing 100,000+ YouTube videos for AI training1. Runway, a popular AI video generator, used thousands of YouTube videos to train its AI model without permission. 2. The company reportedly used pirated content and violated YouTube's Terms of Service. 3. A spreadsheet detailing the sources of the videos was obtained, revealing extensive use of content from major news outlets and individual creators.
- AMD Ryzen 9000 reviews, here's when you can read all about the new Ryzen 9 9950X and Zen 5 CPUs1. AMD has delayed the launch of its Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs to August due to quality issues. 2. The Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X will launch on August 8, followed by the Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X on August 15. 3. Official reviews for these CPUs will be embargoed until one day before their respective launch dates.
- Global Windows outage estimated to cost Earth multiple billions1. CrowdStrike's faulty update caused approximately 8.5 million Windows PCs to enter infinite boot loops. 2. The global IT outage is estimated to cost affected companies billions of dollars. 3. Industries hit hardest include airlines, banking, healthcare, and retail.
- NVIDIA has a new GeForce RTX 3050, and it's built on Ada Lovelace1. NVIDIA plans to release a new version of the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU. 2. The new GPU will feature Ada Lovelace architecture and use a larger chip than the GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU. 3. The AD106M GPU, listed in NVIDIA's latest driver release, confirms the upcoming launch of this new GPU.
- Bethesda's Skyrim is now available on GeForce NOW, making sure you can play it on anything1. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is now available on NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service. 2. GeForce NOW Ultimate members can stream Skyrim at up to 4K and 120 frames per second. 3. Seven additional games, including Skyrim, have been added to GeForce NOW this week.
- AMD Zen 5 HX 'Fire Range' APUs use FL1 package, RTX 50 GPU laptops with Ryzen chips coming1. AMD's Zen 5 HX 'Fire Range' APUs will use the same FL1 package as Zen 4 HX 'Dragon Range' processors, simplifying motherboard design for laptop manufacturers. 2. NVIDIA's RTX 50 series GPUs are expected to be integrated into Ryzen gaming laptops. 3. Intel's new Core Ultra 200 CPUs require redesigned motherboards, creating an opportunity for AMD to gain market share in the high-performance laptop sector.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 rumor: 48% faster than RTX 4090, TITAN AI is 63% faster than RTX 40901. NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 is rumored to be 48% faster than the RTX 4090. 2. The TITAN AI variant is reported to be 63% faster than the RTX 4090. 3. Both cards are based on the new GB202 architecture and feature next-gen GDDR7 memory.
- NVIDIA AI Foundry helps companies train and develop custom AI 'supermodels'1. NVIDIA introduces AI Foundry, a service to help companies build custom AI 'Supermodels' using NVIDIA software and Meta's Llama 3.1 model. 2. The service leverages NVIDIA's DGX Cloud AI platform for advanced hardware and technology access. 3. NVIDIA and Meta's partnership aims to democratize access to generative AI for enterprises.
- ADATA's new SC750 External SSD shows us the future of USB thumb drives1. ADATA's SC750 External SSD offers high-speed performance in a compact size. 2. It supports read and write speeds of up to 1,050 and 1,000 MB/s respectively. 3. The device is compatible with various operating systems and gaming handhelds.
- Fallout: London available now, impressive DLC-sized mod launches after several delays1. Fallout: London, a large-scale mod for Fallout 4, is now available for free on PC. 2. The mod features new weapons, factions, and a post-apocalyptic London setting. 3. It includes over 90 hours of gameplay and requires downgrading Fallout 4 to a pre-Next-Gen version.
July 25
- Elon Musk asks if Tesla should invest another $5 billion into xAI startup1. Elon Musk conducted a poll on his X account asking if Tesla should invest $5 billion into xAI startup. 2. The poll received 958,086 votes with 67.9% in favor and 32.1% against the investment. 3. The results will influence Tesla's decision pending board approval and shareholder vote.
- Analyst says there's too much 'AI FOMO' for AI to stop its momentum, says AI halt is 'fiction'1. Patrick Moorhead, CEO of Moor Insights & Strategy, dismisses the idea of AI market halting as fiction. 2. The AI FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) drives continuous investment in AI infrastructure. 3. NVIDIA's AI GPUs and related technologies are in high demand, indicating a strong market momentum.
- Apple's foldable iPhone is codenamed V68: chamshell foldable iPhone expected in 20261. Apple's foldable iPhone, codenamed V68, is in development and expected to be released in 2026; 2. The device will feature a clamshell design, aiming to be thinner than current iPhones; 3. Apple is focusing on reducing the crease and improving the overall design quality.
- NVIDIA to make $210 billion revenue from selling its Blackwell GB200 AI servers in 2025 alone1. NVIDIA is projected to generate $210 billion in revenue from selling 60,000 to 70,000 Blackwell GB200 AI servers in 2025. 2. Each server costs between $2 million and $3 million. 3. Morgan Stanley predicts a significant increase in global supply chain orders for AI servers, with NVIDIA further dominating the AI market.
- AMD delays Ryzen 9000 series 'Zen 5' launch to August 15, 'QA issues' with first Zen 5 chips1. AMD has delayed the launch of its Ryzen 9000 series 'Zen 5' CPUs to August 15 due to quality assurance issues with the initial production units. 2. The 6-core and 8-core Zen 5 chips will launch on August 8, while the 12-core and 16-core versions will launch on August 15. 3. AMD is replacing the initial production units with fresh units to ensure high-quality experiences for users.
July 24
- LG's new 34-inch curved UltraWide monitor is designed to work without a PC1. LG introduces a 34-inch curved UltraWide Smart Monitor (34SR65QC) that operates without a PC connection. 2. The monitor features LG's webOS platform for access to productivity tools and entertainment apps. 3. It includes a VA panel with 300 nits of brightness and a WQHD resolution of 3,440 x 1,440 pixels, offering a wide viewing angle and 99% sRGB color gamut.
- Old school CRT monitor becomes world's fastest gaming display after hitting 700 Hz refresh rate1. IIyama Vision Master Pro 512 CRT monitor achieves 700 Hz refresh rate, surpassing current LCD and OLED records. 2. Resolution had to be significantly lowered to 320 x 120 pixels for stable 700 Hz performance. 3. Despite limitations, CRT technology demonstrates impressive motion clarity and potential for high-speed gaming.
- AMD's next-gen EPYC 9755 'Turin' CPU spotted: 128C/256T Zen 5 up to 4.1GHz, with 650MB cache1. AMD's next-gen EPYC 9755 'Turin' CPU features 128 cores and 256 threads of Zen 5 processing power, with a base clock of 2.70GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.10GHz. 2. The CPU includes a total of 650MB of cache, consisting of 512MB of L3 cache, 128MB of L2 cache, and 10MB of L1 cache. 3. The EPYC 9755 'Turin' CPU is expected to be released later this year.
- TSMC declined NVIDIA's request for a dedicated packaging manufacturing line for its GPUs1. TSMC declined NVIDIA's request for a dedicated packaging line for its GPUs. 2. The request was made during a meeting between NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and TSMC executives. 3. TSMC is struggling to meet the high demand for advanced packaging capacity due to the booming AI market.
- Overwatch 2 gets its very first Mythic skin: the Bound Demon Mythic Weapon Skin for Reinhardt1. Blizzard introduces the first Mythic Weapon Skin for Overwatch 2, the Bound Demon Mythic Weapon Skin for Reinhardt. 2. The skin reacts dynamically to player actions in-game. 3. The skin costs 50 Mythic Shards ($39.99) and requires additional grinding to unlock all effects.
July 23
- GIGABYTE mobo leak confirms Z890 chipset, Core Ultra 200 naming for Intel Arrow Lake CPUs1. GIGABYTE's AORUS Z890 PRO ICE motherboard PCB leaked, confirming Z890 chipset and LGA 1851 socket for Intel's Core Ultra 200 'Arrow Lake-S' CPUs. 2. Intel's new 800-series chipset and motherboards are DDR5 exclusive, moving away from DDR4. 3. The Z890 motherboard offers 60 HSIO lanes and native PCIe 5.0 support for M.2 SSDs and graphics cards.
- Airline avoids CrowdStrike chaos because its systems run on Windows 3.1 and Windows 951. Southwest Airlines avoided the CrowdStrike global IT outage due to its systems running on Windows 3.1 and Windows 95. 2. The airline's outdated systems were unaffected by the Blue Screen of Death loop affecting millions of Windows systems. 3. Despite criticism for using ancient software, Southwest maintained control over aircraft, staff, and customer data during the outage.
- Dyson's new $500 OnTrac headphones announced, the first audio-only device from the company1. Dyson introduces its first audio-only device, the Dyson OnTrac headphones. 2. The headphones feature high-fidelity frequency response and noise-canceling capabilities. 3. Dyson OnTrac offers customization options and boasts superior comfort and design.
- SpaceX and Tesla founder Elon Musk 'vows to destroy the woke mind virus' says it killed his son1. Elon Musk claims the 'Woke Mind Virus' led to the death of his son after gender transition and puberty blockers. 2. Musk criticizes the use of puberty blockers as sterilization drugs. 3. Musk vows to destroy the 'Woke Mind Virus' and has taken steps like purchasing Twitter and renaming it to X.
- Sabrent's new Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station with Monitor Desk Mount: supports up to 3 displays1. Sabrent introduces a new Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station with Monitor Desk Mount, supporting up to 3 monitors. 2. The docking station features Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, multiple USB ports, a UHS-II card reader, and gigabit ethernet. 3. It supports up to three monitors on Windows and Linux systems, with limitations on Apple's M1, M2, and M3 processors.
July 22
- SCALE tool lets NVIDIA CUDA applications run on AMD Radeon GPUs without modifying code1. Spectral Compute introduces SCALE, a toolkit allowing NVIDIA CUDA applications to run on AMD GPUs without code modification. 2. SCALE mimics the NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit, enabling tools and scripts to function seamlessly. 3. The toolkit has been tested with various applications, including Blender and Llama-cpp, running on AMD GPUs.
- Fractal releases 3D printing files for its tiny 'North Pi' concept Raspberry Pi case1. Fractal Design releases 3D printing files for its North Pi case for Raspberry Pi devices. 2. The case is designed to be compact and stylish, with dimensions of 105 x 50 x 96mm. 3. The project encourages DIY enthusiasts to download and print their own cases, potentially expanding to larger mini-tower cases in the future.
- President Trump: if Taiwan doesn't pay for US protection, US won't stop China invading Taiwan1. President Trump suggests the US may not defend Taiwan if China invades unless Taiwan pays for US protection. 2. This has led to a drop in Taiwan's chip stocks as investors consider the risk of lost sales to China due to US export restrictions. 3. Taiwan's Foreign Minister emphasizes the need for self-reliance in defense, with increased military spending and modernization.