Investors See AI Chips as New Gold. Here’s Why
AI chips have suddenly taken center stage in what is considered an AI revolution that could reshape the technology sector, and the world. SAN FRANCISCO — The hottest thing in technology is an unprepossessing sliver of silicon close.....»»
2nm chip for iPhone 17 Pro on track despite twin challenges
Apple chipmaker TSMC appears to be on track with its work on a 2nm chip destined for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max in 2025 – as well as for the 1.4nm chips beyond that. A new supply-chain report said TSMC has faced two challenges, but indication.....»»
DIY Silicon: Design Your Own Chips
Now you can design and manufacture your own custom chips — for cheap! The post DIY Silicon: Design Your Own Chips appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Clocks going forward can catch investors napping: How investors" reactions are affected by sleep disruption
Clocks losing an hour in spring significantly affects how investors respond to companies that reveal unexpected levels of earnings, research shows......»»
TSMC gets $11.6B in US grants and loans; will open 3rd Arizona chip plant
Apple chipmaker TSMC has announced plans to open a third Arizona chip plant, in addition to the two already under construction. This will be the most advanced of the three plants, making 2nm chips. The expansion plan appears to have been part of a.....»»
TSMC will build third Arizona fab after winning $6.6B in CHIPS funding
Funding comes after significant delays at Arizona's other fabs. Enlarge / The TSMC facility in Phoenix, Arizona. (credit: The Washington Post / Contributor | The Washington Post) The US Department of Commerce has propos.....»»
It looks like Qualcomm is Working on more ARM Chips for Windows
The chips come with model numbers X1P44100 and X1P46100. The post It looks like Qualcomm is Working on more ARM Chips for Windows appeared first on Phandroid. At this point there have been a ton of rumors and speculation regarding Qualcomm.....»»
Should the SEC ditch quarterly reporting?
In the minds of some, the manifold ills of corporate capitalism have a single source: short-termism. Because investors increasingly ignore long-term value in favor of quarterly returns, corporate managers are thought to have no choice but to adopt a.....»»
Mercury contamination rampant in Brazil Indigenous group: Study
Researchers in the Brazilian Amazon found universal mercury contamination among members of the Yanomami Indigenous group living in a region awash in illegal gold mining, said a study published Thursday, warning of devastating health impacts......»»
Apple schedules Q2 2024 earnings release for May 2 ahead of WWDC
Apple has just announced that it will release its earnings report for the second quarter of fiscal 2024 on Thursday, May 2. As usual, the company will release its Q2 2024 earnings report and then hold a conference call with investors and analysts to.....»»
TSMC “still assessing” chipmaking facilities after 7.4-magnitude quake hits Taiwan
TSMC makes most high-end chips for Apple, Nvidia, AMD, and others. Enlarge / TSMC's headquarters, seen here, are in Hsinchu, Taiwan. (credit: Sam Yeh via Getty Images) Chipmaking operations at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufa.....»»
New single-cell analysis tech incorporates advanced fiber optics directly into microfluidic chips
Droplet microfluidics has revolutionized single-cell analysis, crucial for genomics, drug discovery, and diagnostics, by partitioning samples into nanoliter droplets for detailed cellular analysis. Yet, its broader adoption is hindered by the complex.....»»
StabilityAI chief resigns, raising doubts about AI start-up’s future
Resignation comes in wake of legal woes, battles with investors. Enlarge (credit: Lionel Bonaventure via Getty) The future of StabilityAI, once seen as among the world’s most promising artificial intelligence start-ups.....»»
Researchers challenge the limits of molecular memory, opening the door to the development of molecular chips
Some molecules respond to external light pulses by changing their structure and holding certain states that can be switched from one to another. These are commonly referred to as photoswitches and usually have two possible states. Recently, however,.....»»
Reddit share value 86% up on IPO price; may be good sign for tech sector
Redditors who took advantage of their privileged access to stock ahead of the IPO have seen Reddit share value rocket from $34 to $59.80 by yesterday’s close – an 86% increase. Early private investors have seen even greater returns, with OpenA.....»»
Qualcomm’s aptX Lossless codec goes hi-res with S3/S5 Gen 3 Bluetooth chipsets
Qualcomm's latest wireless audio chips bring improved ANC and audio quality to headphones, earbuds, and speakers......»»
The one AMD 3D V-Cache processor you should avoid at all costs
AMD's 3D V-Cache chips are among the best processors, but if you're a gamer, you should steer clear of the Ryzen 9 7900X3D. Here's why......»»
Q&A: Researchers warn of danger, call for pause in bringing AI to schools
In K-12 schools across the country, a new gold rush of sorts is underway: Classrooms nationwide are racing to bring the latest artificial intelligence tools, such as platforms powered by the chat bot ChatGPT, into the classroom......»»
Analysts mostly nonplussed by DoJ suit, and believe Apple will win
With the earliest possible trial date start likely in late 2026, analysts are generally nonplussed by the Department of Justice omnibus antitrust suit and are telling investors to stick with Apple.The Department of Justice case will hang over Apple f.....»»
Unpatchable security flaw in Apple Silicon Macs breaks encryption
University researchers have found an unpatchable security flaw in Apple Silicon Macs, which would allow an attacker to break encryption and get access to cryptographic keys. The flaw is present in M1, M2, and M3 chips, and because the failing is p.....»»
Analysts mostly non-plussed by DoJ suit, and believe Apple will win
With the earliest possible trial date start likely in late 2026, analysts are generally nonplussed by the Department of Justice omnibus antitrust suit and are telling investors to stick with Apple.The Department of Justice case will hang over Apple f.....»»