IBASE Technology has launched a new small form factor edge AI computer designed for industrial environments. The ASB200-962U runs on Intel’s Core Ultra 100U processor and can be configured with up to 96GB of RAM and multiple expansion modules for AI and connectivity.
Intel’s upcoming flagship discrete GPU, the Arc Battlemage BMG-G31, has received new support in official software. The “Big Battlemage” chip is expected to pack 32 Xe2 cores and 16GB of memory. Meanwhile, a 2023 shipping manifest mentions a future “Intel Data Center GPU XE4 Subsystem.”
A new report highlights how aging digital networks are the brittle backbone of everything from flights to 911. These systems, built for a different era, are now buckling under the demands of AI and real-time data, creating a national security risk that requires urgent modernization.
A security patch Microsoft issued on December Patch Tuesday is causing widespread failures in applications using Message Queuing (MSMQ). The broken systems range from retail point-of-sale terminals to building fire alarm systems, highlighting the fragile links in operational technology.
Valve has pushed a new beta update for the Steam Deck, focusing on stability and usability. It specifically helps users with outdated Xbox controllers and adds reporting tools to Steam chats.
The next Linux kernel update is bringing some handy hardware diagnostics. Lenovo ThinkPads will get a new feature to detect physical damage, while several Logitech devices see improved support.
The Ubuntu Studio team is asking its community to vote on three potential default desktop layouts for the upcoming 26.04 LTS release in April 2026. The options include the classic top-bar, a Mac-like layout, and a new Windows-style taskbar. The poll closes on December 26, 2025.
IBM has released an open-source AI agent called CUGA designed to automate complex enterprise tasks. Its performance, while considered top-tier for agents, highlights the massive gap between AI promise and practical, policy-compliant automation in real companies.
Windows Vista is infamous, but a new look suggests its failures were more about timing than technology. It introduced features we still use today, but its 2007 launch was plagued by hardware and driver issues that Windows 7 later smoothed over.
A hobbyist has built the ultimate retro portable by 3D-printing a laptop chassis that perfectly captures 1980s design. It runs Commodore 64 games via emulation but supports real vintage peripherals, blending modern tech with authentic nostalgia.
