Micron is set to begin construction on its $100 billion manufacturing site in New York. The facility is projected to produce 40% of the company's DRAM output in the U.S. by the 2040s. This project, after numerous delays, marks a significant step for Micron in expanding its production capacity in the United States and strengthening the semiconductor supply chain.
CES 2026 continues to impress. Dell unveiled a massive 52-inch 6K monitor. AMD seems unbothered by Intel’s new Arc B390 IGP. MSI introduced PSUs designed to protect RTX 5090 cards from potential meltdowns, a growing concern with high-end GPUs requiring high power.
Beijing is reportedly considering allowing its tech giants to acquire H200 chips, potentially starting in 2026. Alibaba and ByteDance are reportedly ready to order over 200,000 Nvidia chips each if green-lit by Beijing. The decision reflects a balance between the AI processing needs and the local semiconductor industry development.
At CES 2026, Be Quiet! unveiled its latest innovations: the Light Loop AIO all-in-one liquid cooler and the Dark Perk mouse. These new products join the previously announced Dark Rock 6 coolers and 1200W PSU variants, further expanding the German manufacturer's offerings in the high-performance PC component sector.
AMD's Rahul Tikoo claims that the company has a better selection of products compared to Panther Lake, better suited to graphics-intensive customers and mainstream consumers. AMD doesn't seem to fear Intel's competition in the integrated GPU sector.
Frore Systems showcased its LiquidJet and AirJet Pak cooling systems at CES 2026. Live demos highlighted the effective cooling capacity of the production hardware.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang defended the importance of high bandwidth memory (HBM) for artificial intelligence applications. At CES, Huang addressed questions about memory costs and the potential impact of SRAM and open source models on Nvidia's HBM usage, emphasizing the flexibility it offers across various workloads.
Rumors indicate that Nvidia might launch its next-generation RTX 60 series graphics cards in the second half of 2027. The US tech giant's future consumer GPUs are reportedly based on the brand-new Rubin architecture. This would be a rather long wait for gaming and high-performance workstation enthusiasts, who are used to more frequent update cycles in the GPU sector.
Caterpillar is piloting "Cat AI", a system of AI agents integrated into one of its excavators. The platform is built on Nvidia's physical AI infrastructure. The goal is to improve efficiency and safety on construction sites through intelligent automation.
Asus has launched the new ROG Strix LC IV series of AIO (All-in-One) liquid coolers that eliminate cables thanks to the innovative proprietary AIO Q-Connector. This solution aims to simplify PC assembly, offering a cleaner and more organized look inside the case.
MSI announces the new MPG CoreFrozr CPU air coolers, featuring a 6-inch LCD display for customizable readouts. The devices feature a nickel-plated copper base, heat pipes, and full compatibility with Ryzen X3D processors. An interesting option for those seeking efficient cooling and aesthetic customization.
Phanteks has unveiled the Exo 626s, a PC case featuring a multi-chamber design engineered to prevent heat crossover between components. The new chassis, which supports massive GPUs and 360mm AIO liquid coolers, will initially be available exclusively with CyberPowerPC pre-built systems.
During a Q&A at CES 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the future of graphics is neural rendering. He also hinted that the company is working on "utterly shocking and incredible" technologies in its labs, suggesting significant advancements in DLSS and potentially new heights for the RTX architecture.
CES 2026 in Las Vegas is underway, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. Nvidia and AMD presented their latest innovations during press conferences, while the Unveiled event offered a preview of future trends. AI is confirmed as a key theme this year.
Nvidia anticipates strong demand in China for its H200 data center GPU. Jensen Huang stated that the company is finalizing U.S. export licensing. Despite political sensitivities, Nvidia is confident in the Chinese market's interest in its products.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company is considering several options to mitigate GPU pricing pressures. These include increasing the production of older models and integrating advanced artificial intelligence features on older hardware as well.
Early community tests of DLSS 4.5 reveal a performance drop of over 20% compared to DLSS 4.0 on RTX 20 and 30 series GPUs. Nvidia's warnings appear to be confirmed following the release of the new version. Let's delve into the details of this impact on older graphics cards.
Nvidia announced at CES 2026 that it would help Siemens’ electronic design automation (EDA) software run on its GPUs in an attempt to speed up the chip-design process. Nearly all computer chips today are designed using EDA tools, and as chip features get smaller and transistors more numerous, the process has grown more computationally demanding.
At CES 2026, Asus refreshes its tried and true Zenbook lineup. The new models include Zenbook S14, S16, A14, A16, and Zenbook Duo, sporting brand-new chips and upgrades. Asus' move aims to solidify its position in the high-end laptop market, offering options for different needs and preferences.
AMD has unveiled its CDNA 6-based Instinct MI500-series GPUs, featuring HBM4E memory. Slated for a 2027 release, these GPUs are projected to deliver a 1000X performance increase compared to the Instinct MI300X. This announcement sets the stage for an era of YottaFLOPS data centers, unlocking new possibilities for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.