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Nvidia's RTX 5060 launch and the erosion of independent GPU reviews

Facepalm: As Computex 2025 is set to unfold in Taipei, much of the tech world's attention will be understandably drawn to new innovations and big announcements at the show. Yet, amid the buzz, a more troubling story is playing out behind the scenes – one that raises serious concerns about transparency, media integrity, and the trustworthiness of GPU launch coverage. The issue? Nvidia's release strategy for the GeForce RTX 5060, and how the company is manipulating public perception through tightly controlled media "previews."

Cloudflare CEO warns AI and zero-click internet are killing the web's business model

"App Store Freedom Act" would force Apple and Google to allow third-party app stores

AI is reshaping chip design tools, and the results are impossible to ignore

Why it matters: As powerful as AI may be, many industries are still struggling to find clear-cut applications that make a measurable, demonstrable difference. Thankfully, that is not the case when it comes to chip design software. In fact, since their introduction just a few years ago, AI-powered features have become a mainstay of EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools from companies such as Cadence and Synopsys.

The reality of today's tech industry: layoffs, long hours, AI threats, and few perks

In a nutshell: It had long been said that a career in tech was the ultimate dream: high salaries, security, and a huge number of perks made for some very happy workers. But things look quite different today. The tech world has seen the highest number of layoffs of any private sector industry this year; perks have been cut; salaries aren't increasing in line with the extra demands; and there's the constant spectre of AI.

Apple and Meta hit with combined $797 million fine for violating EU's DMA antitrust rules

Judge rules Google built illegal ad monopoly, DOJ threatens another breakup

Big Tech avoided $278 billion in corporate tax over the past decade, says watchdog

Cutting corners: A new report has reignited the debate over how much tax the world's largest technology companies pay, revealing that the so-called "Silicon Six" – Amazon, Apple, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, and Netflix – have paid nearly $278 billion less in corporate income tax over the past decade than would be expected if their profits were taxed at the average statutory rate for US companies.

CEO Andy Jassy outlines Amazon's future as "the world's largest startup"

At Cloud Next, Google bets on AI everywhere

Google's DeepMind accused of paying AI staff to do nothing - as long as they don't work elsewhere

In a nutshell: Google's DeepMind is enforcing strict noncompete clauses and extended notice periods to limit its U.K.-based AI talent from joining competitors, a tactic that underscores the fierce competition for skilled professionals in the field. The measure has drawn criticism from former employees and industry insiders who argue they stifle innovation and limit career mobility in the sector.

News industry calls for regulation as AI companies face mounting copyright backlash

Apple's China exposure makes it most vulnerable in US-China trade war

Gartner projects $644 billion in 2025 AI spending, but few understand GenAI's actual value

Most AI experts say chasing AGI with more compute is a losing strategy

Apple loses more than $1 billion a year on Apple TV+ streaming service

Solar power sets record in the US with 50 GW added, meanwhile Big Tech bets on nuclear

Trump calls for an end to the Chips Act, redirecting funds to national debt

Apparently AMD has blocking rights for any acquisition of Intel. If a deal were to happen, what would AMD ask for?

Editor's take: We are frequently asked some version of the question, "Will someone acquire Intel?" At this point, we think it is highly unlikely, but these are unpredictable times. Setting aside all the principal considerations – like money, strategy, and regulatory approval – there are a few other hurdles. Chief among these is Intel's license for x86.

Meta raises executive bonuses by up to 200% after cutting 5% of its workforce

A hot potato: Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg has described 2025 as "an intense year" as the company looks to streamline its business. Part of that involves laying off 5% of its workforce, close to 4,000 people. The company is also giving its executives more money, having just approved a plan giving them bigger bonuses – up to 200% of their base salary.

Survey shows Elon Musk remains popular among Republicans, but both sides dislike Mark Zuckerberg

Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta push AI spending to new heights, set to surpass $320 billion this year

US business giants line up to cut deals with Elon Musk as billionaire expands influence in Washington

Teens aren't buying Big Tech's promises on AI and online safety

Nvidia loses record $600 billion market value in one day as DeepSeek AI shakes industry

What just happened? Nvidia has once again broken the record for the largest one-day decline of market value in US history. After the release of the open-source R1 AI model by Chinese startup DeepSeek, which caused panic within the industry, Team Green's shares dropped 17%, resulting in its market cap falling by almost $600 billion.