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Apple has released security updates for macOS Tahoe 26.5.2. Additionally, AMD Radeon GPUs can now run NVIDIA PhysX games with a significant performance boost using ZLUDA, eliminating the need for a dedicated PhysX card.
AI Yi-Yi!
Anthropic's AI models are now running on NVIDIA GB300 within Microsoft Azure. Separately, Meta contractors allegedly posed as teenagers to prompt rival chatbots about sensitive topics like suicide, sex, and drugs.
Someone is playing World of Warcraft Classic on their mobile. Yes, they're a heathen.
A Reddit user has successfully streamed World of Warcraft Classic to a mobile device using Nvidia's GeForce Now cloud gaming service. While the setup is described as 'cursed' and features a non-customizable interface with some latency, the user found it surprisingly enjoyable. This development raises questions about the future of MMORPGs on mobile platforms, especially with other titles like Final Fantasy XIV Mobile in development.
How to survive the memory shortage crisis: a PC owner's guide
This guide offers PC owners strategies to navigate the current memory shortage crisis, which is driving up prices for RAM, graphics cards, and other components. It suggests focusing on software solutions like upscaling and frame generation, optimizing existing hardware through updates and BIOS settings, and considering second-hand parts or cheaper alternatives for upgrades. The article anticipates that significant relief in memory pricing is unlikely before 2028 or 2029 due to high AI demand.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced that GeForce NOW will be participating in the Steam Summer Sale. This event highlights the growing trend of subscription services and cloud gaming platforms offering access to game libraries and sales.
The Ultimate Summer Sale Pairing: Steam Sale Meets GeForce NOW Discounts
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is offering discounts on its Ultimate and Performance memberships to coincide with the Steam Summer Sale. This promotion allows players to stream PC games purchased on Steam via the cloud, eliminating storage and hardware requirements. New games like Dark Scrolls and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales are also joining the GeForce NOW library.
Micron (MU) Q3 FY26 earnings results beat EPS and revenue expectations
Micron reported its Q3 FY26 earnings, exceeding analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings-per-share. The company's strong performance is attributed to high demand for its memory and storage components, driven by AI development and the gaming industry. Micron's stock saw an increase in after-hours trading following the announcement.
AI Yi-Yi!
OpenAI and Broadcom have partnered to develop inference chips optimized for large language models. Separately, NVIDIA and Amazon Web Services are collaborating to scale AI deployment for production environments. The article also touches on the increasing use of AI-generated influencers by brands for promotional purposes.
Google (GOOGL) to replace Verizon (VZ) in the Dow Jones Industrial Average
Alphabet, Google's parent company, will replace Verizon Communications in the Dow Jones Industrial Average starting June 29, 2026. This move, announced by S&P Global, will add Alphabet alongside other tech giants like NVIDIA, Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft in the blue-chip index. The inclusion is expected to increase exposure to popular tech sectors, particularly in light of Google's significant investments and advancements in Artificial Intelligence.
Valve Admits That it Didn’t Have Bargaining Power With RAM Companies for Steam Machine
Valve engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais revealed that the high cost of the Steam Machine was partly due to a lack of bargaining power with memory manufacturers. These companies dictated prices with no room for negotiation, a situation exacerbated by the demand from AI data centers. Griffais also explained Valve's commitment to an open PC ecosystem, which prevented them from subsidizing the hardware cost like a console.
Evening Tech Bits
Valve is reportedly working on a general release of SteamOS and collaborating with Nvidia to ensure compatibility. Future updates may include dual-boot capabilities for the operating system.
Morning Tech Bits
Demos for Mortal Shell II and The Sinking City 2 are now available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest, featuring NVIDIA DLSS support. The article also touches on Valve's decision regarding subsidizing Steam Machines and the impact of the AMD 5800X3D CPU.
'Going to make myself stick with SteamOS instead of slithering back to Windows': gamers get ready to abandon Windows 11, as Valve focuses on boosting SteamOS on the desktop
Valve is actively improving SteamOS to enhance compatibility with desktop hardware and Nvidia GPUs, aiming to make it a viable alternative to Windows 11 for PC gamers. These efforts are prompting some users to consider switching from Windows 11, despite Nvidia support not being available this year. While SteamOS adoption is still niche, Valve's progress could eventually challenge Windows' dominance in PC gaming.
True to its word, AMD brings FSR 4.1 to Radeon RX 7000-series card owners with its latest Adrenalin drivers
AMD has released its latest Adrenalin drivers, version 26.2.2, which bring support for FSR 4.1 to Radeon RX 7000-series graphics cards. This update offers improved AI-powered upscaling and frame generation quality compared to FSR 3, aiming to rival Nvidia's DLSS suite. FSR 4.1 will also be available for RX 6000-series cards next year and is being integrated into the Steam Machine.
AMD’s FSR Upscaling 4.1 Comes To Older GPUs, Steam Machine And Xbox ROG Ally Support On The Way
AMD has released FSR Upscaling 4.1, bringing its AI-powered upscaling technology to a wider range of RDNA 3 GPUs, including the popular 7800XT and XTX. The company plans to extend support to devices with RDNA 3.5 APUs, such as the Steam Machine and Xbox ROG Ally X, and even older RDNA 2 cards by 2027. This new version offers performance and quality improvements, approaching Nvidia's DLSS.
Steam Machine: the big tech questions answered
This article addresses key hardware questions surrounding the Steam Machine, collaborating with RPS for expert insights. It discusses value for money compared to building a PC, performance longevity, 4K gaming expectations, and customizability options. The piece also touches on modding capabilities, Windows installation, and thermal performance, concluding that the Steam Machine offers a quiet and safe living room PC experience.
AI Yi-Yi!
NVIDIA's Vera CPU is enabling agentic scientific AI at Los Alamos National Laboratory, addressing the 'memory wall' challenge for AI development. This advancement aims to provide a new context tier for AI, with Anthropic also mentioned in relation to AI advancements.
PUBG has genAI team mates now capable of "intelligent decision-making", and I must remind you that Krafton are working on bots for the military
PUBG: Battlegrounds is introducing generative AI teammates called PUBG Ally Duo, currently in beta, utilizing Nvidia technology for intelligent decision-making and speech capabilities. This initiative reflects Krafton's broader investments in generative AI, including a partnership with a military company for unpiloted robot systems. The beta aims to gather player feedback for the future of AI agents in games.
Trump says Apple has agreed to build chips with Intel in the USA
Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Apple has agreed to work with Intel to design and build its chips in America, and that Nvidia will also build chips with Intel in the USA. While there is no official confirmation from Apple, Intel's stock price rose significantly following the announcement. The article notes that any such deal would be a major win for Intel's customer fab business.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW service is enhancing its integration with member game libraries across various devices. This update aims to streamline the cloud gaming experience for subscribers by connecting to their existing game collections.