The digital world we live in today heavily relies on fibre optic cables for high-speed internet connections. While these cables are considered the gold standard for data transmission, there is still room for improvement. A team of researchers at Aston University in the UK has made a significant breakthrough in the field of optical processors.
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In a world where graphics card prices have soared to ridiculous heights, one software engineer decided to take matters into his own hands. Dylan Barrie embarked on a four-year journey to create his very own graphics processing unit – the FuryGpu. This DIY project involved building everything from scratch, including the GPU itself, the PCB,
Twitch, the popular streaming platform, has recently announced a significant update to its rules regarding content creation. The platform’s spokesperson expressed concerns about the evolving nature of content on Twitch and the need to ensure that rules are in place to keep up with emerging behaviors. One of the behaviors that sparked concerns among Twitch’s
Flying in economy class has never been known for its comfort or entertainment options. Long queues, uncomfortable seats, and subpar in-flight entertainment have been the norm for years. However, there is hope on the horizon with the introduction of Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova in-flight entertainment system. This revolutionary system features 4K OLED screens with HDR, superior
Intel’s Magdeburg mega-fab in Germany holds more than just the promise of advanced technology. The site has revealed significant historical findings dating back to the Neolithic period. Archaeologists have unearthed multiple burial mounds, including a chariot burial, believed to be around 6,000 years old. Dr. Oliver Dietrich, from the State Office for Heritage Management and
The ongoing tech war between China and the US continues to escalate as China seeks to ban the use of Intel and AMD CPUs in government computers. In addition to this, China also aims to phase out the use of Microsoft Windows in government systems. This move comes as the Chinese government cites privacy concerns
AMD has recently unveiled new “F” versions of its Ryzen 8000 Series desktop APU with the integrated GPU disabled. This essentially transforms the APU into a CPU, offering potential budget-friendly options for consumers looking for performance without integrated graphics. New “F” Chips At a presentation in China, the Beijing AI PC Innovation Summit, AMD showcased
Intel has recently released a new set of drivers for their Arc series graphics cards, promising significant performance improvements for a variety of games, including Dragon’s Dogma 2. As a tech enthusiast, I decided to put these claims to the test and see if the new drivers truly deliver on their promises. For my testing,
Valve took an innovative approach to celebrate the launch of the Steam Deck OLED by constructing an orb made from 100 OLED prototypes they had available. Instead of opting for a traditional launch trailer created digitally, Valve decided to use practical photography techniques for the creation. This decision led to the development of a behind-the-scenes
Nvidia has recently unveiled its newest GPU architecture, known as Blackwell, which promises significant upgrades particularly in the realm of AI inference. This announcement has sparked excitement not only among tech enthusiasts but also within major tech companies. Integration with Cloud Services One of the major highlights of Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture is its integration with