Tofu brine could power safer batteries that last decades, researchers say
A new neutral-electrolyte battery survives more than 120,000 cycles without fire risk
Fire hazard articles
MSI's GPU Safeguard actively monitors power cables for potential problems
Added peace of mind when gaming with high-powered GPUs
RTX 5090 cable melts while playing Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, despite proper seating claims
User error or Nvidia's fault?
What just happened? We've seen plenty of melted GPU and cable connectors involving Nvidia graphics cards, but some have question marks over their legitimacy. However, the latest incident, involving an RTX 5090 and Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, happened to the editor-in-chief of a gaming publication, and he recorded everything in great detail.
Waste fires are on the rise largely thanks to the lithium-ion batteries in vape pens
Apparently, vaping is a literal dumpster fire
New GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 graphics cards are not melting cables, reports confirm issue was with RTX 4090
And likely caused by user error
Old Gigabyte laser mouse bursts into flames, the company is investigating
Spontaneous combustion or unknown hardware issue?
Anker recalls nearly 80,000 Bluetooth speakers over fire hazard
Owners are requested to stop using them immediately
Snap recalls drones due to fire risk, offers refunds to all users
The Pixy batteries are overheating, resulting in at least one minor fire
Nvidia delivers official statement on melting RTX 4090 power cables
A hot potato: Power supply-related controversy has surrounded Nvidia's monstrous new flagship graphics card since before it launched. Users recently criticized the company after reports of melting power cables, but Nvidia claims only a handful of incidents occurred and that it was user error to blame.
Study finds 49 out of 50 fake iPhone chargers present risk of electrocution or house fire
Using fake chargers may cost at a high price
