Turkey blocks Instagram amidst ongoing clampdown on social media
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Nobody’s business but the Turks

Turkey's communications authority has blocked access to the social media platform Instagram, marking the latest instance of internet censorship in the country.

Global demand for gaming equipment slows
Published in Gaming
Friday, 02 August 2024 11:16

Global demand for gaming equipment slows


Annual revenue growth to halve by 2029

The global gaming industry is projected to reach over 1.3 billion users this year, an increase of 91 million from 2023 and nearly double the figure reported in 2017.

Intel extends warranty on 14th and 13th Gen CPUs
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Just in case your chips are permanently damaged

Intel has announced an extension to the warranty periods of its 14th and 13th Generation CPUs by an additional two years.

Argentina's AI crime prediction plan sparks rights concerns
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Look at my tarot cards

Argentina's security forces have announced a controversial plan to use artificial intelligence to "predict future crimes," a move that experts warn could infringe on citizens' rights.

Senators call for Nvidia antitrust investigation
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Too much power over AI

US Senators, including Elizabeth Warren, are urging the Department of Justice to investigate Nvidia for potential antitrust violations due to its dominant position in the AI chip market.

Bungie announces mass layoffs
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Friday, 02 August 2024 11:03

Bungie announces mass layoffs


As boss cleans his new classic cars

Destiny developer Bungie has announced it is letting go of 220 employees, or 17 per cent of its workforce.

Microsoft Dynamics 365's monitoring tools under scrutiny
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Employers can spy on staff

Microsoft Dynamics 365's "field service management" tools have been accused of allowing employers to monitor mobile workers via smartphone apps, reportedly to the detriment of their autonomy and dignity.

Qualcomm does better than Wall Street expected
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Income of $2.13 billion

Qualcomm reported its fiscal third-quarter earnings surpassing Wall Street expectations, particularly in sales, and provided strong guidance for the current quarter.

TSMC set to break ground on German fab this month
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Dresden will be first European plant

TSMC will hold a groundbreaking ceremony next month in Dresden, Germany, for its first plant in Europe. 

Ryzen 9000 series will be cheaper than expected
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Even if it is late by a couple of weeks

AMD’s eagerly awaited Ryzen 9000 series will launch at prices a bit lower than many expected.