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John Romero announced as keynote speaker for Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show
id Software co-founder John Romero has been announced as the keynote speaker for the business conference at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show in Bangkok. The event, running from October 29th to November 1st, will feature speakers from companies like Tencent and Godot, and has expanded its floor space by 20% following a successful 2025 debut.
AMD Zen 6 server processors have me hopeful for some beefy desktop chips—it shouldn't be too long before Zen…
AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su revealed that the upcoming Zen 6 server processors, codenamed 'Venice,' will offer up to 1.8 times more performance than Zen 5-based chips due to higher IPC and frequency. This advancement is expected to translate to more powerful desktop processors launching in late 2026 or early 2027, with AMD also outlining a yearly cadence for future server chip generations like Zen 7 and Zen 8.
Is Intel back? Company's latest earnings report remarkably different in tone to 12 months ago
Intel's latest earnings report shows a significant improvement in tone and financial results compared to the previous year. Revenue, margins, and earnings per share exceeded expectations, with the Foundry business also showing positive developments despite an operating loss. CEO Lip-Bu Tan expressed increased confidence in the company's manufacturing roadmap and execution.
Evening Tech Bits
Intel and AMD have reportedly signed long-term server CPU deals with Chinese customers, with prices increasing by over 40%. Separately, proposals for space-based datacenters by Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin have been deemed potentially catastrophic for the planet.
Rise of the Robots
AMD has partnered with Foundation, a company backed by Eric Trump, to develop humanoid robots. This collaboration aims to advance the field of robotics through the integration of AMD's technology.
AMD calls CUDA a 'non-event', says companies are programming at levels where the Nvidia tech doesn't…
AMD claims that Nvidia's CUDA technology is becoming a 'non-event' for many companies, particularly in the artificial intelligence space. According to AMD's Andrew Dieckman, customers are increasingly programming at higher levels of abstraction, reducing reliance on CUDA. This shift, coupled with AI agents assisting in platform optimization, could potentially challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI hardware.
After months of surprising stability in graphics card prices, apparently Nvidia is now raising the cost of its GPU kits…
Nvidia is reportedly increasing the prices of its GDDR6 and GDDR7 GPU kits, potentially affecting RTX 40-series and RTX 50-series cards. This price hike is attributed to rising memory costs, exacerbated by high demand from the AI boom. The increase may force AIB partners to raise their prices for consumers, impacting the overall cost of PC gaming hardware.
AMD pours up to $5B into Anthropic — but the payoff waits until 2027
AMD is investing up to $5 billion in AI company Anthropic, with a significant portion of this funding being used by Anthropic to purchase AMD's Instinct MI450 GPUs and Helios rack-scale systems. This strategic partnership also includes a multi-year engineering collaboration where AMD will utilize Anthropic's Claude AI model. The initial deployment of hardware is expected in the first half of 2027.
Morning Tech Bits
AMD's graphics cards are becoming more competitive with Nvidia's, not due to gaming performance, but in the data center market. Analysts predict data centers will consume 20% of US power by 2035, indicating a significant increase in energy demand.
AI Yi-Yi!
AMD will supply Anthropic with 2 gigawatts of Instinct MI450 GPUs and invest up to $5 billion in the AI developer. The article also notes that AI tech companies have accumulated significant 'hidden debt'.
Evening Tech Bits
AMD is reportedly pricing its Helios Rack 40% higher than NVIDIA's second-generation Rubin, with confidence in customer willingness to pay a premium. The article also notes a changelog for Oracle VirtualBox version 7.2.
TSMC admits its 'jealous' of memory chipmakers' margins, but is limiting its own price hike because its customers would not survive price increases of 'four to five times'
TSMC, a leading semiconductor foundry, plans to increase prices by 5-10% in 2027 due to rising material costs and overseas expansion projects. While acknowledging higher margins in the memory chip sector, TSMC's chairman stated that drastic price hikes would be unsustainable for their customers. This follows recent price increase announcements from AMD, Intel, and Apple.
Evening Reading - July 20, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including reviews for EA Sports College Football 27 and Backyard Baseball, and updates on Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. It also touches on rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a discussion about favorite Grand Theft Auto games, and Microsoft's agreement to use AMD AI infrastructure.
Microsoft (MSFT) agrees to utilize AMD Helios AI infrastructure in its data centers
Microsoft has agreed to utilize AMD's new Helios AI infrastructure platform in its upcoming data center expansions. This deal positions AMD's Helios system as a competitor to NVIDIA's platforms and brings Microsoft in line with other major clients like Meta, OpenAI, and Oracle. AMD's stock saw a jump following the announcement of this agreement.
Broken laptops can morph into Steam Machine alternatives, and the base parts cost less than 32GB RAM
A DIY guide demonstrates how to repurpose old laptop components, including motherboards and GPUs, to build custom gaming PCs or Steam Machine alternatives for significantly less than the cost of new parts. One project successfully transformed a laptop into an all-in-one PC for under $400, showcasing a cost-effective approach to PC building by utilizing salvaged hardware.
I think the latest record-breaking Windows 11 update messed up my monitor
A recent Windows 11 update, KB5101650, which utilized AI for security fixes, appears to be causing display and graphics issues for some users, particularly those with AMD graphics cards. The author experienced problems with their high-refresh-rate monitor, dropping from 400 Hz to 240 Hz. Microsoft has also paused the update for some Dell PCs due to compatibility problems.
The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D chip is now available for $329
The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D processor is now available for purchase at a reduced price of $329. This offers a competitive option for consumers seeking reasonable specifications at an affordable cost.
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D CPU Reviews
Reviews are available for the new AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D CPU, a more affordable option within AMD's Zen 4 gaming processor lineup. This article serves as a roundup for individuals considering building a new PC with this component.
Midday Tech Bits
TSMC has announced a significant investment of another $100 billion in Arizona to build at least four new 2nm fabrication plants. Separately, a new AMD driver has been identified as causing substantial performance degradation across major Linux distributions.
The Razer Blade 18 steps up to some of the most powerful gaming laptops I've tested and nearly steals the win
The 2026 Razer Blade 18 offers powerful performance comparable to top-tier gaming laptops, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU and up to an RTX 5090 GPU. While its slimline design, dual-mode 4K display, and impressive battery life are notable, its high price and incremental CPU update make it a difficult recommendation, especially compared to the older model or competitors like the MSI Raider A18 HX.
