Arm and Qualcomm lawyers spar over chip design rights
It’s mine, no it is mine
Attorneys representing Arm and Qualcomm grilled a former Apple executive in a pivotal legal battle over intellectual property (IP) ownership tied to Arm's computing architecture.
US sanctions Chinese hacker and cybersecurity outfit
Attacked Sophos firewall
The US government has imposed sanctions on Chinese hacker Guan Tianfeng and Sichuan Silence, the cybersecurity firm he worked for, following a cyber-espionage campaign compromising "tens of thousands of firewalls," including 36 protecting US critical infrastructure.
Ingram Micro cuts Broadcom and VMware ties
Not worth the trouble
Tech distribution giant Ingram Micro announced plans to end its business relationship with Broadcom and limit VMware dealings in certain regions starting January 2025. The company cited an inability to reach terms that balanced customer needs and shareholder returns.
TP-Link latest to face US ban
Another security concern claim
US authorities are investigating Chinese router manufacturer TP-Link over national security risks and considering banning its devices, WSJ reported .
Microsoft buys shedloads of Nvidia chips
Big hopper customer
Software King of the world Microsoft has cemented its position at the forefront of artificial intelligence development, purchasing more than double the number of Nvidia’s flagship “Hopper” chips than any of its closest competitors in the US or China this year.
Microsoft moves away from gaming excusives
Beware of Voles baring gifts
Software King of the World Microsoft is significantly shifting its Xbox strategy, moving away from console exclusives in a bid to reach gamers across all platforms,
Australia fast-tracks cryptography overhaul
Fears of Quantum cats
Australia’s chief cyber security agency has announced plans to overhaul the cryptographic foundations of the internet by 2030, years ahead of other nations.
Apple’s iPhone subscription dreams crash
Bugs and Bureaucracy
Fruity cargo cult Apple has quietly shelved its much-hyped iPhone subscription service, reportedly due to software glitches and regulatory hurdles.
Nvidia slashes AI computer price
Targets hobbyists and SMEs
Nvidia has unveiled a $249 version of its Jetson computer for artificial intelligence applications, halving the price of its predecessor in a bid to attract more hobbyists and small companies.
Neon dying out
Iconic signs being replaced by LED
The iconic neon signage at Rockefeller Center faces extinction as Tishman Speyer proposes replacing it with energy-efficient LEDs.