➀ MSI unveiled its GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs at CES 2025, including two Special Edition RTX 5090 cards with unique cooling systems; ➁ The air-cooled LIGHTNING model features five STORMFORCE fans, while the LIQUID LIGHTNING model includes advanced liquid cooling; ➂ The release is expected around Computex 2025.

➀ Corsair launches 'Next-Gen GPU Ready' program; ➁ Preparing for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs; ➂ New PSUs, coolers, fans compatible with 12V-2x6 power connector

➀ MSI Afterburner is set to receive a significant update for NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs; ➁ The update will introduce independent fan control for the RTX 5080's triple-fan cooler; ➂ The update is expected before the RTX 5080's January 21 release.

➀ Intel's shift to a more transparent strategy in technology announcements; ➁ The competition between Intel's PowerVia and TSMC's Super Power Rail; ➂ Andy Grove's philosophy of maintaining a 'healthy amount of paranoia'.

➀ The shift in MCU design from simple to complex, requiring more sophisticated interconnects like NoC; ➁ The factors driving this change, including power reduction, safety standards, and support for multiple protocols; ➂ The importance of scalability in design and how NoC architectures can support this.

➀ A class-action lawsuit alleges that UnitedHealthcare uses a faulty algorithm to deny patient coverage, filed by two now-deceased individuals. ➁ UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson was killed in Midtown Manhattan earlier this week, and the suspect is currently on the run. ➂ The lawsuit claims UnitedHealthcare pushed employees to use an algorithm with a 90% error rate to deny coverage.

➀ The rise of RISC-V cores and the challenges of certification; ➁ The role of Breker Verification Systems in the certification process; ➂ The complexity of certifying RISC-V ISA implementations and the efforts of RISC-V International.

➀ Ollie Jones emphasizes customer focus at Sondrel, ensuring high-quality personal service in custom chip delivery; ➁ Sondrel expands into the American market after establishing a strong reputation in Europe and Israel; ➂ The company differentiates itself by providing tailored services for complex chip designs.

➀ Auras Technology, a GPU cooling supplier, predicts the upcoming GeForce RTX 50 Series will have a significant market impact starting in December; ➁ The company will supply parts for NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 'Blackwell' Series; ➂ The RTX 50 Series is expected to launch early next year.

➀ Virgin Media O2 introduces AI Granny Daisy to combat phone scammers; ➁ The AI impersonates a confused grandmother to waste scammers' time; ➂ Daisy is designed to keep scammers on the line, preventing them from targeting real victims.

➀ The GameMax Infinity Pro is a stylish PC chassis with a dual-chamber design for improved airflow and thermal performance; ➁ It features three tempered glass panels, five 120mm PWM ARGB fans, and an ARGB controller hub; ➂ The case is available in Black and White for $95.90 USD.

➀ Google is rumored to switch to TSMC's N3E process for Tensor G5; ➁ The report also clarifies that Google has chosen not to use 2nm technology for Tensor G6; ➂ The move could impact the competition in the AI and smartphone chip markets.

➀ The increasing complexity of chip design necessitates efficient debugging solutions for successful prototype verification; ➁ Prototyping plays a crucial role in chip verification by enabling real-world scenario testing and early customer demonstrations; ➂ S2C's Prodigy prototyping solution offers a comprehensive debugging platform with tools like real-time control software, design debugging software, Multi-Debug Module, and ProtoBridge co-simulation software.

➀ Silicon Motion and DeepCool partner to develop high-performance cooling solutions; ➁ Noctua to release new cooling products in partnership with Agile Analog; ➂ Microchip unveils new X-Epic series for gaming and PC components.

➀ Arm is exploring the feasibility of running LLMs on mobile devices; ➁ Arm's optimization techniques for LLMs on mobile; ➂ The importance of practical use cases for LLMs in mobile devices

➀ Electron Beam Probing (EBP) has become a powerful method for security analyzing of sub-7nm ICs. ➁ It offers better spatial resolution than optical probing and is suitable for sub-7nm flip-chips and advanced 3D architectures. ➂ The research focuses on the importance of EBP in failure analysis and hardware assurance.

➀ Patriot Memory launches the Viper PV573 PCIe Gen5 SSD with 14,000 MB/s read speeds; ➁ The SSD features 3D NAND technology and an active cooling solution; ➂ It offers capacities of 2TB and 4TB.

➀ 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.

➀ Thermal Grizzly introduces the WireView Pro GPU, a tool for measuring and monitoring GPU power usage and temperatures. ➁ The device is designed to protect graphics cards from potential damage due to overheating or power issues. ➂ It features an OLED display, internal temperature sensors, and an external temperature sensor for accurate measurements.

➀ The GeForce RTX 5090 Founder Edition features a dual-slot cooler and build; ➁ NVIDIA's next-generation GeForce RTX 5090 and GeForce RTX 5080 are expected to launch early next year; ➂ The GeForce RTX 5090 will have a 600W power draw and a compact dual-slot cooler.