The race for more powerful quantum computers is hitting a wall: the dilution fridges that house them can’t handle the heat from today’s control hardware. Now, a new ecosystem of startups is emerging to build specialized, ultra-cold components, mirroring the early days of classical computing.
The explosive growth of AI workloads is pushing data center power densities to extremes that air cooling can’t handle. Operators are now forced to design “liquid-ready” infrastructure to stay relevant, marking a fundamental shift in how these facilities are built and managed.
ASRock has launched a niche H610M Combo motherboard that can use either DDR4 or DDR5 memory. It’s a practical solution for builders stuck between memory generations and pricing. This Intel-exclusive board highlights a key flexibility advantage over AMD’s current platforms.
The data center cooling game is changing fast. According to a technical director from modular data center designer Oper8, liquid cooling is no longer experimental but a practical necessity for handling today’s high-density AI and HPC loads. The real challenge is figuring out the right solution for e
Fintech startup Pipe is undergoing a massive leadership and workforce shakeup. The CEO is out, the CFO is gone, and about half of its 150 employees have been laid off. The company says it’s focusing on profitability and a “leaner” structure.
At AWS re:Invent, SVP Colleen Aubrey argued AI is evolving from a simple tool into a “teammate” that requires management. She revealed her own team cut a project from 50 people over nine months to just 10 people in three months using AI. The shift demands new skills in delegation, auditing, and trus
Intel has quietly added support for its high-end Arc Battlemage BMG-G31 GPU in a software update. This move suggests the long-rumored graphics card could finally be nearing launch, potentially at CES 2026.
After returning the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro, a professional engineer tested Samsung’s $1,800 Galaxy XR headset for two weeks of real work. The verdict? Despite some quirks, its ability to create massive virtual displays on the go makes it a keeper for business travel.
X-FAB is launching a new platform to speed up silicon carbide chip development. The company claims it can cut planning phases by 6x and get devices to production up to nine months faster. It’s a push to capture more fabless business in the competitive power semiconductor market.
VinFast, controlled by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, is pouring another $500 million into its factory in Tamil Nadu, India. The plan is to triple annual production capacity to 150,000 vehicles and start making electric buses and scooters.
