Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported quarterly revenue of roughly NT$1.05 trillion ($33.1 billion), beating analyst estimates. The strong performance, driven by demand for AI data center chips, reinforces optimism about continued tech investment through 2026.
ASUS has given an early look at its 2026 hardware strategy, focusing on platform-level integration. The preview includes next-gen AMD motherboards, a surprisingly compact RTX 5090, and a powerful desktop AI supercomputer.
Intel has officially launched its Panther Lake Core Ultra 3 mobile processors at CES 2026. Built on the new Intel 18A process, they promise massive performance uplifts and are the first chips designed and manufactured entirely in the US using this tech. Laptops are available for pre-order now, with
Samsung is caught in a classic tech industry bind. While its memory division is raking in cash due to a global shortage, its mobile division is facing a tough decision: raise prices on its next flagship phones or eat into its own profits.
Array Labs has raised a $20 million Series A to scale production of its mass-manufacturable radar systems. The company, which has secured nine figures in commercial bookings and multiple U.S. government awards, is pivoting to become a radar platform business.
A brief showcase at CES 2026 revealed Samsung’s new crease-less OLED panel, which analysts believe is the hardware Apple commissioned for its first foldable iPhone. The display uses a laser-drilled metal plate to eliminate the fold and is expected to go into mass production later this year.
Dell is reversing course and bringing back its popular XPS laptop family after a brief hiatus. The new XPS 16 and XPS 14 models feature next-gen Intel processors and premium designs, starting at $1,649.99.
TSMC is planning a shockingly fast ramp for its next-generation 2nm chip process. The company reportedly aims to hit a monthly output of 140,000 wafers by the end of 2026, just one year after mass production begins. This aggressive move is driven by huge orders from Apple and skyrocketing demand for
Chinese Premier Li Qiang concluded a three-day tour of Guangdong province, visiting industrial giants like BYD and Midea. He emphasized the need to expand imports for balanced trade and boost support for technological breakthroughs.
The push for more efficient power delivery is driving a major shift from traditional 12V systems to 48V architectures. This change is critical for robotics, automation, and even AI data centers. The move offers big gains but comes with new engineering challenges.
