Microsoft's DirectX update could slash ray tracing memory by up to 90 percent
It works on current GPUs, no new hardware needed
Sam Altman says it's "terrible" for RAM to sit inside PCs instead of data centers
The remarks drew immediate backlash, with DRAM costs reportedly up fivefold since last year
Intel stock plunges nearly 30%, its worst day in 52 years
Memory costs are squeezing PC demand, and Intel doesn't see improvement until supply and prices normalize
Microsoft Office is down to $27 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without paying for any monthly subscriptions, Office is now available for just $27. All the essentials you need for work or personal projects at 85% off the regular price.
This smart screwdriver uses a camera and AI to identify screws and set torque automatically
The Kickstarter met its goal within 24 hours and has since passed it by more than 10 times
The AI hardware crunch has reached the humble circuit board
It's leaving PC makers short heading into 2027
Ripple effect: PC makers have spent most of this year chasing memory and graphics chips as AI data centers bought up whatever they could. Now the circuit boards those chips sit on are reportedly running short, too. The same factories are busy with far pricier boards for AI servers, so PC orders are getting pushed to the back of the line.
Fujifilm pours $64 million into magnetic tape production as AI storage demand surges
The genAI craze has turned old tape tech into a precious storage asset
A University of Kentucky employee asked to be exempted from using AI for his 'religious' beliefs
Thanks to AI, now you need a religious exemption to use your own brain
Actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86, legendary star of Star Trek and X-Men
"I'll always and forever be an actor," Stewart said, ruling out retirement before his death
Microsoft Edge gets up to 33% faster launches on Windows 11
Microsoft has made Edge quicker to launch, with startup times improving by 15% on average and up to 33% during heavy multitasking. The optimization lets Windows communicate directly with Edge when the browser is already running, cutting unnecessary overhead. It's a welcome performance boost for a browser that continues to compete with Chrome.
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Decompilation on Steroids: Why AI Is Suddenly Cracking Open Old Software
Binance loses $6.3 billion in largest crypto heist ever
Withdrawals remain suspended as investigators uncover additional points of breach
Anthropic manager stops coding interviews because Claude beats most candidates
Watching candidates solve a problem once predicted how they'd do on job, but AI has made the exercise nearly meaningless
Elon Musk's SpaceXSI offers to buy hundreds of homes near its data centers, as long as owners don't sue
Residents say the constant noise is making their lives miserable
The Elder Scrolls 6 is reportedly titled "Sentinel," and a reveal might come soon
The Elder Scrolls reveal could land on the 15th anniversary of Skyrim
Flock can't seem to take no for an answer, as its cameras reappear in another city that rejected them
Two cameras were reinstalled despite Minnesota city canceling its contract and ordering to stop
Razer Blade 18 Laptop Review: RTX 5090 Power in a Slim, Quiet Package
The Razer Blade 18 packs an RTX 5090, a stunning 240Hz/440Hz display, and serious gaming power into a surprisingly sleek chassis. But can its premium design justify the eye-watering price?
The AI buildout's carbon bill could undo 15 years of power sector emissions cuts
Report says new data centers could add 618 million tons of carbon emissions by 2030, but forecasts vary wildly
Underwater data centers are heading for waters that endangered whales call home
DeepGreen has only filed for a preliminary permit, which doesn't authorize construction
Gamers hunting for PS5 emulators on GitHub are downloading malware instead
PSA: Fake PlayStation 5 emulators hosted on GitHub are delivering malware that alters Microsoft Defender settings before launching a suspected data-stealing program. The campaign exploits gamers' willingness to experiment with unofficial software, making malicious downloads look like a normal part of the process. It highlights how familiar project names can earn users' trust before they verify who is behind the files.
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Hackers expose 41,000 Homeland Security employees and covert operations
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Modders unlock hidden AI power on Nvidia RTX 20, 30, and 40 GPUs
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Google shares plunge over 10% as AI search struggles to earn
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Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Jobs called them "terrible"
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Americans are losing enthusiasm for their jobs, with AI and remote workers at the center of the decline
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Only 3% of companies are seeing AI cost savings, yet 85% plan to spend more
SK Hynix expects memory chip shortage to persist until at least 2030
Consumers are screwed, while memory manufacturers are racking in billions
The GTX 750 Ti is back with 8GB of memory, and it can still barely run Cyberpunk
A 12-year-old GPU is being reborn with more memory
HP and Asus are moving PC production back to China as soaring component costs force a rethink
Dell is also weighing a return
What we know so far: When US-China trade relations reached an all-time low last year, many global electronics manufacturers made a beeline for alternative low-cost manufacturing locations such as Thailand, Vietnam, and India. However, with skyrocketing component costs squeezing profit margins, some of these companies are reportedly shifting at least part of their PC manufacturing operations back to China.
The Commodore 64C returns, complete with original 1980s molds and modern hardware
The revived classic starts at $300 and promises 99% compatibility with original software and peripherals
Hackers leak details of 41,000 Homeland Security employees, exposing undercover operations and surveillance tools
Hacked login records disclose wiretap, undercover and face-recognition programs
Microsoft spent $6.5 billion less than expected on AI infrastructure, but it wasn't by choice
The AI spending spree isn't slowing down – the data centers just aren't ready
Valve won't ban AI games from Steam despite growing complaints and extortion threats
Valve argues developers should focus on making better games rather than worrying about AI clones
Alphabet shares plunge over 10% as Google's AI search struggles to make money
Search revenue growth is slowing, AI Mode earns less per query, and the spending shows no signs of stopping
Amazon tells engineers to stop tokenmaxxing and judge AI tools by what they ship
Employees were using agents to inflate token counts and game an internal AI leaderboard which was later shut down
Americans are losing enthusiasm for their jobs, with AI and remote workers at the center of the decline
Employee engagement has fallen to its lowest level in 15 years
Check Point is turning network firewalls into cloud-based subscriptions
No upfront hardware purchase required, just monthly payments until the end of time
Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Steve Jobs called them "terrible"
The new MacBook Pro pairs an OLED panel with touch input and the Dynamic Island, starting at $2,900
Through the looking glass: Just over 16 years ago, as other PC makers were adopting touchscreens en masse, late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs called the combination "ergonomically terrible." The company has resisted calls to give the MacBook a touchscreen ever since, until now. Apple's latest high-end model, which is also the first to include an OLED display, begins shipping November 6.
Ford's $30K Fathom electric pickup can be used as your home's battery backup without a separate inverter
The Fathom goes into production next year at Ford's updated Louisville factory
Grand Theft Auto VI will be a huge 210 GB download on PS5
There's no physical release, and it's unclear whether a day-one patch will add to the download
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