AMD’s Threadripper 7980X is actually performing better today than when it launched two years ago. Linux kernel and compiler upgrades have given the 64-core HEDT processor a measurable performance boost across multiple benchmarks. The improvements show how software optimization continues to extract m
Schneider Electric and Switch have inked a massive $1.9 billion cooling contract, the largest ever in North America. The deal includes prefabricated power modules and Uniflair chillers for Switch’s AI-focused data centers.
Meter is betting that the next 1,000 days will determine which networking company dominates the next decade. The NaaS specialist just unveiled nine new hardware platforms and major AI upgrades to its Command platform, claiming deployments are now twice as fast as legacy vendors.
Memory prices are set to potentially double by mid-2026 as chipmakers pivot production to advanced AI components. The shift is creating critical shortages in mature chips like LPDDR4, with prices already up 50% this year. Analysts warn this will significantly increase costs for consumer devices.
German industrial giant Siemens is teaming up with Taiwanese power specialist Delta Electronics to deliver modular, plug-and-play power solutions for data centers. The partnership promises to slash construction timelines and capital expenditures while addressing the growing power demands of AI workl
Qualcomm is officially unveiling its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset on November 26. The processor uses TSMC’s 3nm technology and features underclocked cores compared to the Elite version. Early devices expected to include OnePlus Ace 6T and Vivo models.
Linux users are getting major hardware compatibility improvements in the upcoming 6.19 kernel. The update includes native support for Uniwill laptops and updated patches for Snapdragon X Elite devices. This represents a significant step forward for Linux on modern hardware platforms.
Intel’s LASS feature is set to land in Linux kernel 6.19, bringing hardware-enforced protection against side-channel attacks. The feature prevents attackers from using timing information to map kernel memory layouts. Users will be able to check if their system supports LASS via a new flag in /proc/c
Valve is taking another shot at the living room PC market with a new Steam Machine launching in early 2026. The compact PC features AMD hardware and will compete with current-gen consoles. A redesigned Steam Controller will bundle with the system.
Valve is launching a new Steam Machine console in 2026 that runs Linux and doubles as a PC. This comes as Linux gaming hits 3% market share on Steam and nearly 90% of Windows games now run on Linux. The console could be the breakthrough Linux gaming needs.
