AMD's Am9080 at 50: The reverse-engineered chip that launched AMD into the CPU era
The unlikely microprocessor that launched AMD into a contender
Engineering the perfect robotic hand could unlock a $5 trillion humanoid market
However, that challenge is not so straightforward
Airbus, Thales and Leonardo to merge space units in biggest shake-up in decades
Europe remakes its space industry to match SpaceX's rapid model
Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without paying any subscriptions, Office 2021 is now available for just $49, an incredible deal. All the essential tools you need for work or personal projects at over 80% off the regular price.
AMD X3D Turbo vs. Intel 200S Boost One-Click Overclocking
A year ago the Ryzen 9800X3D beat Intel's Ultra 285K by 24%. With 200S Boost overclocking on the table, we are retesting to see if one click tuning can close the gap.
Microsoft Outlook is getting reimagined for the AI era under new leadership
For longtime users, the bigger surprise is that this redesign took so long
The Halo remake is headed to PlayStation in a major exclusivity shift
Halo: Campaign Evolved will intro expanded story content, split-screen co-op, and high-fidelity
Looking ahead: Microsoft will release its remake of Halo: Combat Evolved on PC and PlayStation 5. The iconic exclusive joins titles like Forza and Gears of War in crossing over, marking another step in Xbox's vision to let players play where they play and challenging an exclusivity paradigm Redmond calls "antiquated."
Fujitsu is still putting Blu-ray drives in laptops – and people in Japan still want them
You thought internal disc drives were dead? Fujitsu disagrees
HP is betting on Saudi manufacturing as the kingdom pitches itself as the Middle East's tech factory
A partnership with SAMI Advanced Electronics will produce millions of devices before 2030
Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for just $15
Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time
Cybersecurity experts warn real-time voice deepfakes are here
Open-source software and affordable hardware can produce live, convincing audio deepfakes
BBC study finds AI chatbots still get news wrong 45% of the time
Yet a third of UK adults trust AI summaries, and blames outlets when AI hallucinates
Intel can't spin up 18A fast enough, so Intel 7 is now the new CPU bottleneck
Intel is stuck on yesterday's tech while it waits for tomorrow's
TL;DR: Intel's next-generation 18A process, its most advanced manufacturing technology, is ramping up more slowly than expected. Until it reaches high-volume production, the company's heavily utilized Intel 7 lines will continue to constrain output for both client and data center chips. In the meantime, Intel is prioritizing higher-margin server processors to offset supply limitations and preserve profitability.
US opens Cold War plutonium stockpile to jump-start next-gen nuclear reactors
The Energy Department is offering 19 metric tons of weapons-grade plutonium to companies pursuing advanced nuclear fuel
Have I Been Pwned adds 183 million more emails from major new breach
If your email address is in the database, do not fret just yet
Intel confirms Nova Lake CPU launch in 2026: up to 52 cores, Xe3 GPU, and LGA 1954 socket
New Arrow Lake Refresh chips will debut before Nova Lake
Seduction is the new spyware: US tech startups are now the target of "sex warfare"
The spy who shagged me?
Mail-order spies: Tech companies employ some of the most robust network security to protect against IP theft. However, no amount of network security protects against theft from within. While corporate espionage is largely digital these days, good old-fashioned infiltration is still in use. China and Russia increasingly use sexual honeypots to compromise employees and gain access to sensitive technology.
Bethesda confirms Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, Switch version coming in 2026
Out November 10 on most major consoles
Nike's Project Amplify is the first powered footwear catering to everyday athletes
Like having a second set of calf muscles
Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao in shift for US crypto policy
The decision ends years of hostility between Washington and the industry, signaling what officials called the conclusion of the "war on crypto"
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FLYING CARS
Personal flight nears reality with ultralight eVTOLs
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WTF
China is testing restroom machines that make you watch ads in exchange for toilet paper
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INVESTIGATION
OceanGate Titan sub's camera found mostly intact with SanDisk SD card still holding images and videos
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SPACEX
Classified Starshield satellites are broadcasting on restricted frequencies
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WORKPLACE
Is AI really behind layoffs, or just a convenient excuse?
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TECH TRIVIA
What was the first consumer CPU to feature a truly on-die GPU?
Meta openly links fresh layoffs to AI-driven automation
It comes the same week Meta cut 600 jobs from its AI division
Amazon's updated Luna streaming service gets party games, AAA titles, and a Snoop Dogg courtroom game
Play Kingdom Come 2 and Indiana Jones free with Prime
NextSilicon bets on adaptive hardware to outrun traditional CPUs and GPUs
Maverick-2 chip applies adaptive software and real-time hardware reconfiguration to achieve up to tenfold performance gains
Microsoft wants Xbox to hit 30% margins, explaining price hikes and layoffs
Game industry average is between 17% and 22%
This new AI fighter jet doesn't need pilots, runways, or GPS
It runs on the same AI behind the autonomous F-16 fighter
Apple hit with $2 billion payout in record UK class-action ruling
App Store's 30-percent commission fees declared excessive
Google Skills packs 3,000 tech courses into a gamified learning platform
Courses are free but certifications require a subscription
Microsoft Edge adds Copilot Mode to rival OpenAI's Atlas browser
Copilot Mode in Edge turns the browser into an AI assistant that organizes sessions into "Journeys" and completes multi-step tasks like planning trips or managing subscriptions. With optional personalization via browsing history and a focus on privacy, Copilot Mode is clearly Microsoft's reaction to ChatGPT Atlas.
Software is the next battleground in the US-China tech war
Trump considers curbs on US software exports, China has vowed to retaliate
Microsoft's Gaming Copilot automatically captures screenshots, but you can turn it off
Maybe you won't git good, but Redmond will certainly put your data to good use
Stranger Things will wrap up with series finale in theaters
Will you watch at home or on the silver screen?
The Outer Worlds 2 debuts tomorrow, here's what early reviews are saying
The Outer Worlds 2 delivers a rich RPG experience with flexible combat, and meaningful player choices that enhance replayability. Critics praise its sharp writing and engaging companions, noting that despite some familiar flaws, it stands out as a well-crafted and compelling sequel.
Investors continue to sound the alarm on the inevitable burst of the AI bubble
Bottom line: Despite Big Tech pouring trillions into AI initiatives and building massive new data centers, the expected returns may never materialize. Analysts warn that the hype far outpaces reality, creating a precarious financial bubble that could have ripple effects across the broader economy.
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