➀ This paper discusses the post-silicon validation of the IBM POWER9 processor, highlighting its significance in the context of increasing multi-core processor adoption by hyperscalers.

➁ IBM's Threadmill, a tool for processor verification, has been enhanced since the POWER7, including optimized template allocation and debugging strategies for multi-core write drops.

➂ The validation methodology for POWER9 has significantly improved bug detection rates compared to POWER8, with new techniques like AI prioritization and hardware irritators to induce bugs.

➀ Traditional RF board design strategies are insufficient for high frequencies and dense layouts;

➁ Keysight and Modelithics collaborate on an advanced RF board simulation workflow;

➂ The use of 3D passive component models enhances simulation accuracy and reduces the risk of board re-spins.

➀ The GeForce RTX 5060's launch has been pushed back to April 2025 due to 'chip supply constraints';

➁ The delay affects the RTX 5070, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090, with limited supply expected leading to instant sellouts;

➂ The AI boom is increasing semiconductor demand, impacting the availability of the new GeForce RTX 50 Series.

➀ Anduril Industries, led by Palmer Luckey, is set to take over the US Army's Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) program, pending Department of Defense approval.

➁ The program includes advanced headgear with AR capabilities, and Anduril will manage production and development with Microsoft Azure as the preferred cloud provider.

➂ Palmer Luckey, the founder of Oculus VR and Anduril Industries, sees this as a deeply personal achievement, emphasizing the potential of the technology to save lives.

➀ Nintendo aims to have ample supply of the new Switch 2 console ready for launch.

➁ Analysts predict up to 20 million units may be available in the first year.

➂ Nintendo is accelerating production to avoid shortages similar to the original Switch launch.

➀ Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa confirms that the company will continue producing and supporting the original Switch as long as there is consumer demand.

➁ Despite the upcoming release of the Switch 2, Nintendo plans to keep selling the original console.

➂ Nintendo has reduced its total-year forecast for FY25 due to lower-than-expected console shipments and net sales revenues in Q3.

➀ Nintendo announced that the Switch family has shipped over 150 million units worldwide as of December 2024.

➁ Sales have declined by 30% year-over-year during the 2024 holiday period.

➂ Nintendo expects to sell a total of 11 million Switch consoles throughout FY25, with a forecasted low shipment of 1.46 million units in Q4'25.