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Intel Offloads Majority Stake in Altera for Billions to Silver Lake

Intel has announced the sale of its 51% ownership in Altera to the Silver Lake investment firm, marking a significant change in its strategy.

Hardware

The Chaotic Complexity of USB-C Explained by a Professional Engineer

A furry engineer shares insights on the intricate hardware challenges tied to USB-C standards and their origins, hinting at Apple’s influence.

Legal News

OpenAI Defends Against Elon Musk's Lawsuit: Claims Bad Faith Tactics

OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, claiming his actions are aimed at seizing control of AI innovations.

Gaming

Valve's Deckard: Rumors Indicate a Standalone VR Headset Could Be Near

Recent leaks suggest Valve may be close to releasing its standalone VR headset, known as Deckard, based on shipping manifests.

Microsoft to Build a Companion AI with Unique Personalities

Microsoft's head of AI, Mustafa Suleyman, envisions creating highly personalized AI companions that could revolutionize user interaction.

Hardware

China Introduces a Universal Cable Supporting 8K: The Next Generation of Connectivity

Discover China's new GPMI standard that promises unprecedented bandwidth and power delivery.

Hardware

The role of mirrors in the high cost of modern GPUs

An exploration of how precision mirrors contribute to the rising prices of modern GPUs.

Legal

Court Confrontation Over AI Avatar in Legal Argument Turns Sour

A plaintiff in a court case used an AI avatar to present his arguments, but judges were not impressed, leading to a dramatic interaction in the courtroom.

Hardware

Reflecting on 50 Years of Microsoft: From Punch Cards to Modern Computing

A look back at Microsoft's journey from its inception to today's technological advancements, driven by coding and innovation.

Business

OpenAI Secures $40 Billion Investment Deal Amid Shift to For-Profit Model

OpenAI is moving towards a for-profit structure to secure a substantial new round of funding, valued at $300 billion.

Hardware

Intel's Upcoming Panther Lake CPU: Performance and Efficiency on Track for 2026 Release

Intel confirms that its next-generation Panther Lake laptop CPU is set for production this year, targeting availability in 2026.

Hardware

AMD's Upcoming Strix Point APU Set for Late 2025 Desktop Launch

AMD plans to release the desktop version of its Strix Point APU, currently praised for its compact performance in portable devices, in late 2025.

Hardware

AOC Unveils Affordable High Refresh Rate Monitors Under €300

AOC introduces a range of high refresh rate 1080p and 4K monitors priced under €300, targeting gamers seeking performance without breaking the bank.

Operating Systems

Microsoft Unveils Updates to the Blue Screen of Death Amid Speculations of a New Black Screen

Microsoft introduces a revamped Blue Screen of Death along with rumors regarding a Black Screen of Death as it enhances Windows 11's error reporting interface.

Hardware

Humanoid Robot Neo Gamma Presents a Gift to Nvidia's CEO

The innovative Neo Gamma robot from 1X Technologies presented a unique leather jacket to Nvidia's CEO, with aspirations to complete household tasks.

Hardware

Tiny LED Technology Promises Ultra-Dense Screens with Nearly 127,000 Pixels Per Inch

A breakthrough in LED technology could lead to significantly more immersive virtual reality experiences and clearer displays.

Introducing the New Otter AI Meeting Assistant: Your Voice-Activated Colleague

Explore Otter's latest AI meeting agent designed to enhance workplace collaboration by remembering and participating in discussions.

News

Napster to Transform into a Metaverse Following $207 Million Acquisition

The iconic music-sharing platform Napster is set to switch gears as it is rebranded into a metaverse for musicians and fans after a significant acquisition.