Michal Kicinski, a co-founder of both GOG and CD Projekt, has agreed to acquire the storefront from the developer. Users should see no changes in day-to-day operations, but the motivations behind the deal and its long-term impact remain unclear. Read Entire Article
Asus denies recent reports of launching its own memory chip facility
A somewhat reputable Iranian source recently claimed that Asus was planning to produce its own memory chips and IC products. Asus quickly denied the report, while acknowledging the challenges the hardware market is currently facing amid the inflating AI bubble. Read Entire Article
Modder uses century-old cast iron radiator to chill modern PC
The company said the radiator can hold just over two and a half gallons of liquid. Given that volume of liquid and the large surface area of the radiator, it could be more than capable of keeping a PC from overheating… well, maybe. Read Entire Article
The people building humanoid robots say the hype is running ahead of reality
Humanoid robots have drawn renewed attention this year as companies such as Agility Robotics, Tesla, and Figure AI showcase machines walking, running, and handling warehouse tasks with increasing fluidity. Read Entire Article
HWMonitor provides a simple view of PC hardware temperatures and voltages
HWMonitor tracks essential system metrics such as CPU and GPU temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and power usage. It offers a quick snapshot of hardware behavior, making it useful for routine monitoring and basic troubleshooting. Read Entire Article
Hackers flood Rainbow Six Siege with billions in virtual currency, forcing the Ubisoft marketplace offline
An unknown party disrupted Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, the online tactical shooter recently relaunched as Rainbow Six Siege X. Ubisoft was forced to take the game's servers offline on Saturday and Sunday after the attacker siphoned off a massive amount of the game's virtual currency, effectively destabilizing the in-game......
AI data centers are turning to jet engines and diesel because the grid can’t keep up
Manufacturers of turbines originally designed for aircraft are now reporting a surge in orders as hyperscale developers seek stopgap ways to secure electricity. "The incentives have never been greater for any sort of technology that can supply power," Kasparas Spokas, director of the Clean Air Task Force's electricity program, told......
A forgotten South Korean tungsten mine could help the US break its reliance on China
Tungsten, known for its extraordinary hardness and ability to endure extreme heat, has long been essential to military technology and advanced manufacturing. The metal – often called a war metal – is integral to tanks, fighter jets, armor-piercing ammunition, and the specialized components that protect missile guidance and artificial intelligence......
Winter storm sweeps across US with snow, ice and severe weather
A powerful winter storm driven by a rapidly intensifying cyclone is sweeping east from the Plains, bringing heavy snow, ice and rain to much of the country
Winter storm brings blizzard conditions and dangerous wind chills
A powerful winter storm is moving northeast, bringing snow, ice, rain, and strong winds