Taiwan’s $250B Bet to Revive U.S. Chip Manufacturing — Will It Be Enough?
Taiwan pledges $250B in U.S. semiconductor investments as Trump-era tariffs on AI chips spark trade tensions. Will this secure supply chains or deepen economic risks?
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Steelseries Apex 9 TKL Optical Keyboard: $90.99 Steal Includes Hot-Swaps + Aluminum Frame
The Steelseries Apex 9 TKL offers hot-swappable optical switches, an aluminum frame, and RGB lighting for under $100.
China AI Export Rules: AMD and Nvidia Get the Green Light, Smaller Rivals Stumble
New U.S. export rules let AMD and Nvidia ship limited AI chips to China while smaller firms face compliance hurdles and shipment caps.
Amazon Ends New World: Aeternum’s ‘Eternal’ Run — Forever
Amazon's New World: Aeternum, launched as 'eternal,' will shut down in 2027. Players lose access to purchases in 2024, with server closure in 2027.
X Tries to Block AI Nudity—Users Find Workarounds in Grok’s Standalone App
Elon Musk's X aims to curb AI-generated nudity, but users bypass restrictions using the standalone Grok app. Discover the loopholes and policy challenges.
Higgsfield’s $1.3B Valuation Hikes the Stakes in AI Video—Even as Controversy Follows
Higgsfield’s $1.3B valuation and $200M revenue surge position it as a rising force in AI video, but controversies over misuse persist.
Apple’s AI Gamble: Will Partnering With Google Pay Off?
Apple’s smartphone dominance persists despite AI setbacks, but its shift to third-party models raises questions about long-term innovation.
Iran's Prolonged Internet Blackout: A Digital Fortress in the Midst of Uprising
Iran's internet blackout has now eclipsed its own grim records, locking 92 million people behind a digital wall for over a week.
iOS 26 Adoption Slower Than Expected, But Is It Really All About Liquid Glass?
Apple’s iOS 26 adoption is slower than expected, with Safari’s frozen user agent string skewing metrics. Condé Nast data shows a slower growth trajectory compared to iOS 18, while security updates now push users toward the newer OS.
Warren Demands FTC Probe into Trump Mobile’s Alleged Deception
Eleven Democratic lawmakers, including Elizabeth Warren, demand the FTC investigate Trump Mobile’s alleged deceptive practices, including delayed shipments and fake product renders.
GlobalFoundries' IP Power Play: How RISC-V and ARC Could Shift the Chip Game
GlobalFoundries enhances its IP portfolio with RISC-V and ARC acquisitions, aiming to reshape the chip industry through vertical integration and foundry neutrality.
Nintendo Switch 2 Controller Showdown: Pro Model vs. Affordable Third-Party Alternatives
Compare Nintendo’s $90 Switch 2 Pro Controller with budget-friendly third-party alternatives like the EasySMX S10 and GuliKit TT Pro, which offer features like HD rumble and adjustable TMR sticks at lower prices.