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The maker calls it the 'world's worst USB drive' but to my eyes, it's far more impressive than any external SSD you can buy right nowTech YouTuber polymatt has created a functional USB drive using magnetic-core memory, a technology popular in the 1950s and 60s. While the device can only store 64 bits, it showcases an impressive engineering feat and a nostalgic look at older data storage methods, contrasting sharply with modern high-capacity SSDs.
I can barely afford AMD and Nvidia's current 4 nm chips, so I'm not sure what to make of IBM's new sub-1…IBM has announced the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip technology, featuring a revolutionary transistor architecture at the 0.7 nm node. This development promises nearly 100 billion transistors on a fingernail-sized chip, utilizing a novel 'nanostack' design. While exciting for pushing chip production forward, the high cost of current advanced chips from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel raises concerns about the affordability of IBM's new technology.- Morning Tech BitsRAM manufacturers are facing lawsuits for alleged price and supply fixing, which has led to increased costs. Separately, IBM has announced a breakthrough in fitting nearly 100 billion transistors onto a single chip.
- Sunday Tech BitsIBM is preparing to scale its quantum computing capabilities, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. Separately, a memory crunch is posing existential threats to smaller companies, while Apple and Microsoft are also affected. The article also touches on the current state of PC hardware, particularly with an all-AMD focus.
- Morning Tech BitsApple has announced significant price increases across its product lines, with some items seeing premiums of up to $1,300. Separately, IBM claims to have developed the world's first sub-nanometer chip, while ASUS is releasing beta BIOS updates.
- IBM says it has created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chipIBM has announced the creation of the world's first chip with a process node smaller than 1 nanometer. This breakthrough in semiconductor technology represents a significant advancement in miniaturization and performance for future computing.
The US government is pumping $2,000,000,000 in CHIPS and Science Act money into quantum computing firmsThe US Department of Commerce is allocating over $2 billion through the CHIPS and Science Act to nine quantum computing companies, including significant investments in IBM and GlobalFoundries. This initiative aims to bolster the nation's leadership in quantum technology and semiconductor manufacturing, with companies like D-Wave and Rigetti Computing also receiving substantial funding.- US is taking equity stakes in IBM and other quantum computing companiesThe US government has invested $2 billion in equity stakes across several quantum computing companies. This strategic move includes investments in firms associated with the Trump family, signaling a significant push into the quantum computing sector.
- IBM Q1 2026 earnings results beat revenue expectations, miss EPS whisper numberIBM reported mixed financial results for Q1 2026, with revenue exceeding expectations but earnings per share falling short of the whisper number. The company's stock experienced a decline following the announcement.
- Here’s to the stable ones: In praise of Tim CookThis article praises Tim Cook's stable leadership at Apple, contrasting it with the media's tendency to favor more dramatic figures. It highlights Cook's execution success, his ability to lead the company through transitions, and his role in significant achievements like Apple Silicon, arguing that his legacy is one of getting things done rather than seeking the spotlight.
- IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 millionIBM has agreed to a $17 million settlement with the US Department of Justice to resolve allegations of violating civil rights laws through its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices. The DOJ accused IBM of considering race, color, national origin, or sex in employment decisions, including altering interview criteria and using diversity modifiers for bonus compensation. IBM denies wrongdoing, stating the settlement is not an admission of liability.
Google says quantum computing will crack bitcoin cryptography sooner than expected, estimating a 10% chance of…Google researchers predict that quantum computers could crack the cryptography protecting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies much sooner than previously estimated, potentially by 2032. A quantum computer with fewer than 500,000 qubits could be sufficient, a significant reduction from earlier projections. This poses a substantial threat to public-key cryptography, particularly for cryptocurrencies which offer less recourse against fraudulent transactions.- The new Storm Radar app is a treasure trove of data for weather nerdsThe updated Storm Radar app from The Weather Company offers advanced weather forecasting data, including high-resolution radar, temperature, wind, and lightning strike overlays. The app now features AI-powered natural language queries and a premium subscription for full access. While currently available on iOS, an Android version is planned.
- Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle EastIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened imminent attacks on US tech companies operating in the Middle East, including Apple, Google, Meta, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and others. The IRGC warned employees to leave their workplaces immediately and stated that these companies are legitimate targets in response to US actions. This threat follows recent drone strikes on Amazon data centers in Bahrain and the UAE.