Wi-Fi 7 Just Got a Lot Cheaper, Thanks to This eero Deal
Wi-Fi 7 is officially dropping into more affordable territory. A new sale on Amazon’s eero 7 mesh system makes it a compelling upgrade for crowded smart homes.
Month: December 2025
Nvidia’s H200 Chip Shipments to China Face a Major Hurdle
Nvidia is targeting mid-February to start shipping its H200 AI chips to China, according to a CNBC report. However, the entire plan hinges on approval from the Chinese government, which is still reviewing the matter and considering conditions like bundling domestic chips.
Samsung’s Chip Division Gets 100% Bonus as DRAM Cash Flows
Samsung’s Device Solutions division is rewarding employees with a bonus equal to their full annual salary. The massive payout is driven by a surge in DRAM prices and supplying HBM3E memory to NVIDIA, marking a dramatic recovery for the chip unit.
Samsung’s Exynos 2600 Chip May Lose Its Efficiency Edge
Samsung’s upcoming Exynos 2600 chip boasts huge performance gains but pairs with an external modem. This design choice could negate its efficiency advantages from a new 2nm manufacturing process. The chip is slated for the Galaxy S26 and Z Flip 8.
Samsung Hires Ex-AMD, Intel VP to Fix Its Exynos Chip Problem
Samsung has hired John Rayfield, a former VP at both AMD and Intel, to lead GPU development for its Exynos chips. This is a major talent grab aimed at fixing the performance issues that have plagued Samsung’s in-house processors for years.
Microsoft’s Real AI Lesson Isn’t About Tech
Microsoft’s CEO says the key to AI success isn’t just picking the right model. It’s a deeper cultural shift that started nearly ten years ago, moving from a “know-it-all” to a “learn-it-all” mindset. That foundation is what’s allowing them to build an AI-powered, human-led company now.
Cummins Drops $50M on UK Engine Plant for AI Data Center Boom
Cummins is pumping $50 million into its multi-purpose power systems facility in Daventry, UK. The investment aims to boost manufacturing capacity and secure skilled jobs, positioning the site to support critical infrastructure like data centers.
Google Kills Dark Web Report, Texas Sues TV Spies, and Cloud is Full of Holes
Google is shutting down its Dark Web Report service in early 2025, saying it didn’t offer enough actionable advice. Meanwhile, Texas is suing major TV manufacturers for alleged illegal data collection, and a cloud hacking competition uncovered critical vulnerabilities with an 85% success rate.
Private Equity Snaps Up Clearwater Analytics in $8.4 Billion Deal
A private equity consortium led by Permira and Warburg Pincus has agreed to acquire Clearwater Analytics for approximately $8.4 billion. The deal will take the public company private at $24.55 per share, a 47% premium to its price in early November. The transaction is expected to close in the first
China’s “AI Superhighway” Is a Massive, Centralized Bet
China has unveiled a massive, centralized network called the Future Network Test Facility (FNTF), designed as a national AI supercomputer. It uses advanced optical tech to move data at staggering speeds. This move highlights a fundamental divergence in how major powers are building the infrastructur