Curiously, the Intel 8086 was conceived as a stopgap while the more technologically ambitious 32-bit iAPX 432 struggled with repeated delays. Developed in just 18 months, it was still capable of supporting far more demanding applications than its predecessors, and was notably the first Intel chip to contain microcode. Read...
Thief: The Dark Project remaster brings 1998 stealth classic to modern hardware
Remake specialists at Nightdive Studios are working on yet another classic PC title. Thief: The Dark Project Remastered is a modern take on the groundbreaking 1998 stealth classic developed by Looking Glass Studios. The remaster is designed to preserve the original experience while updating the visuals for modern players. Read...
EV drivers are showing up to public chargers and finding locked gates and surprise fees
Drivers are finding chargers blocked by gates, restricted to business hours, or priced far beyond what they expected. For someone new to EVs, that kind of experience can turn what should be a simple charging stop into a frustrating introduction to the technology. Read Entire Article
US microreactor achieves first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction, targets 2028 deployment
Federal officials cast the test as a win for the Trump administration's effort to speed up new nuclear projects. "We are very excited by this news today," Energy Secretary Chris Wright said during a call with reporters. "I think June 4th will be a historic day in the American nuclear......
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is launching August 30, eight months ahead of schedule
Upon arrival, it'll go to the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility to undergo a full post-travel inspection. Read Entire Article
US government could take a stake in OpenAI as Trump explores AI equity plan
According to NOTUS, senior US officials have held preliminary discussions with major AI firms about the government receiving shares in their companies. Read Entire Article
AMD RDNA 5 and Nvidia Rubin GPUs could both slip to late 2027 or 2028, board partners suggest
Board partners speaking with Dutch outlet Tweakers pointed to a broad window, with some expecting new cards to surface by mid-2027, while others said availability could slip into late 2027 or even early 2028. As is often the case, an announcement and an actual retail launch may not line up,......
Pakistan’s interior minister is in Tehran as the US downs more Iranian drones over Hormuz
Pakistan’s interior minister is in Tehran to restart negotiations between Iran and the U.S. The visit comes as the American military reported shooting down two more Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia sounds missile alert in area which hosts US forces
Saudi Arabia sounds missile alert in area home to the Prince Sultan Air Base, which hosts US forces
Los Angeles trial to begin for man accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire
Trial is set to begin in Los Angeles for the man accused of sparking last year’s deadly Palisades Fire