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AMD Reveals Helion Rack Design for Agentic AI With 32,768 Zen 6 Cores
AMD’s new OCP-compliant Helion reference design supports dense CPU deployments and liquid cooling, with shipments starting in November 2026.
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Microsoft Announces Maia 300 AI Chip for 2027 Production Rollout
Microsoft unveils its third-generation custom AI accelerator, targeting greater efficiency and reduced reliance on external GPU vendors for cloud inference.
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IDC Reports Nvidia China AI Chip Shipments Fell 44% in First Half of 2026
Nvidia’s share of China’s data-center AI chip market dropped to 34% in H1 2026 due to export curbs and local rivals, according to IDC data.
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Google officially launches Fitbit Edge tracker with larger screen and EKG sensor
The new wearable sits between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5, offering improved GPS accuracy and a week-long battery life at $179.99.
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CMF Launches First Portable Bluetooth Speakers With Customizable 3D-Printed Panels
Nothing’s budget brand CMF introduces two new wireless speakers featuring swappable front panels and IP68 water resistance for $59 and $109.
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Mistlabs Launches Ambi AI on Apple Devices Following $26 Million Funding Round
Mistlabs moves its ambient intelligence system out of beta for Apple users, backed by a new Pre-A funding round led by Luminous Ventures and Huaqin Technology.
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Sola Security AI Agent Downgrades 58.5% of High-Severity Cloud Findings
Research shows static severity ratings from cloud security platforms often misrepresent actual risk in production environments.
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Microsoft Copilot Faces Quality Complaints as Charles Lamanna Profile Emerges
Users report buggy performance in Excel and PowerPoint automation tools during the summer of 2025, according to new reporting on Microsoft's AI division.
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Virgin Active executive outlines challenges of unplanned digital change in IT roles
Louise John explains that sudden project shifts and tight deadlines are a standard reality for IT managers, despite extensive prior planning efforts.
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Intel to end SGX support after Xeon Diamond Rapids, shifts focus to TDX
Intel plans to discontinue Software Guard Extensions after the next Xeon generation, prioritizing Trust Domain Extensions for cloud and AI workloads.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 begins October 13 at San Francisco’s Moscone West
Over 10,000 tech leaders gather for three days of sessions and networking. Final ticket savings end as the event starts tomorrow morning.
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Googlebook testing reveals persistent Android connectivity and pairing failures
Early reviews of new Android laptops show that while setup is quick, maintaining phone links for file sharing remains unreliable and often requires manual intervention.
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Amazon Cuts Apple Watch SE 3 Prices to Record Lows of $199.99
The retailer matches Prime Day lows for two GPS models, offering $49 off the Starlight Aluminum cases with free shipping by October 18.
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Microsoft unveils Copilot-driven interactive canvas in Excel for customizable, linked visual reports
Microsoft is integrating a new interactive canvas feature into Excel that allows users to generate customizable, dynamically linked visual reports using Copilot assistance.
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OpenAI Sets 450 Irish Jobs Target Ahead of AI Summit, Launches New Deployment Unit in Dublin
The AI developer expands its Irish workforce to 450 planned jobs while establishing a new deployment unit ahead of the International AI Summit.
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Epic Games Delays Disney Title to Mandate AI-First Development Workflow
Internal directives reportedly require developers to use generative AI for all code and assets, causing project delays and employee concern.
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Google launches $180 Fitbit Edge with AI coach and replaceable battery
Google’s new Fitbit Edge tracker costs $179.99, features a larger screen, built-in GPS, and an AI health coach available through a trial period.
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Apple Watch Ultra 4 Launches With Satellite, AI Features And Brighter Display
The new Apple Watch Ultra 4 offers significant hardware upgrades over the discontinued first-generation model, including satellite connectivity and on-device Siri.
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Ultrahuman partners with Abu Dhabi to validate biological-age model
The smart ring maker signed a two-year MOU with local health authorities to develop a wearable-agnostic aging algorithm for national use.
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Engadget Recommends 6GB RAM and 5.6-Inch Screens for Budget Android Phones
A new guide outlines non-negotiable hardware specifications for affordable Android devices to ensure adequate daily usability and performance.
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Sucuri urges proper key management, noting browser padlocks only confirm transport security
Security firm Sucuri explains that browser padlocks indicate transport security only, urging site owners to manage keys properly and understand encryption limits.
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Amazon Discounts 2026 MacBook Pro Models by Up to $600
Amazon is offering significant price reductions on Apple’s newest M5 Pro laptops, with savings reaching $600 on specific 14-inch configurations.
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GlobalFoundries to launch 7nm-class FDX Fusion process in Dresden by 2028
The chipmaker returns to advanced FD-SOI development with a planar transistor node targeting automotive and edge AI applications.
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Cyberattack disabled Danfoss refrigeration systems in French supermarkets
Attackers hit Danfoss-managed cooling units in hundreds of French stores, raising temperatures to 50°C for roughly six hours on Sunday night.