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I remember when Jensen Huang used to sell me GPUs, now he's out there having to deny that AI will cause 'the…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed claims that artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to humanity, calling such concerns "overblown" and "not grounded in science." Huang stated that AI progress will not lead to an extinction event by 2030 and emphasized the importance of safe AI deployment for Nvidia's success.
The leakers disagree, but we might just get one AMD-shaped mid-range GPU through all of 2027
Hardware leaker Kepler_L2 suggests that AMD will only release one new GPU, codenamed AT2 for Xbox Project Helix, in 2027, with all other new GPUs from AMD and Nvidia expected in 2028. This contradicts other leakers who predict an Nvidia RTX 6090 launch. The article notes that the current PC hardware market conditions make this limited release less impactful.
PS6 and next gen Xbox getting ready for 2027 launch according to AMD leaker
A leaker suggests that both the PlayStation 6 and the next Xbox console are targeting a 2027 launch, based on information about AMD's upcoming GPU releases. This timeline implies that PC gamers seeking major graphics card upgrades may have to wait until 2028, potentially creating a disadvantage for PC gaming.
Bullish Backs USD.AI With a $100 Million Credit Line for GPU-Secured Lending
Cryptocurrency platform Bullish has provided USD.AI with a $100 million debt facility to offer loans backed by graphics processing units (GPUs). This initiative aims to bridge the gap between on-chain capital and the financing needs of AI infrastructure development. The deal also involves listing USD.AI's sUSDai on trading pairs to create a secondary market for GPU-backed debt.
Nvidia says it would be making a whole lot more money if it weren't for the memory crisis it's contributing to
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the company's projected 70% revenue increase for fiscal year 2028 is conservative due to a global memory crisis, which Nvidia's own AI hardware demands are exacerbating. Despite strong data center revenue, consumer PC sales are tempered by elevated memory and systems prices, impacting the 'Edge Computing' segment which includes gaming.
Nvidia guarantees up to 25% of GPU residual value to unlock a $500 billion AI financing push
Nvidia is offering a contractual guarantee to cover up to 25% of the residual value loss on its GPUs, aiming to facilitate over $500 billion in third-party capital for AI infrastructure. This move, intended to mitigate depreciation risk and address financing challenges for AI companies, has drawn scrutiny and a cautious market reaction. CEO Jensen Huang frames it as a pivot towards repeatable financing platforms, while critics like Michael Burry question the long-term viability of GPU depreciation.
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.
'It's exploding now?' — Reddit user's Zotac RTX 5090 'explodes' while playing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and I'm starting to get worried that high-powered GPUs aren't safe
A Reddit user reported that their Zotac GeForce RTX 5090 GPU exploded while playing Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Unlike previous incidents, the power connector was undamaged, but a burn mark was found on the PCB gold finger, suggesting a potential short circuit possibly caused by GPU sag. This incident raises concerns about the safety of high-powered GPUs.
Lenovo just refreshed its most powerful gaming laptop, but a CPU boost can't justify a $2,000 markup
Lenovo has refreshed its Legion Pro 7i gaming laptop with a minor CPU upgrade to the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, offering a slight performance increase over the previous Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX. Despite the minimal gains, the new model comes with a significant price markup, leading to questions about its value proposition compared to older, discounted models.
Asus ZenBook A16 review
The Asus ZenBook A16, featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU, offers impressive processing power and a high-quality OLED screen, but its integrated Adreno GPU limits its gaming capabilities. While it handles lighter titles and older games well at medium to low settings, it falls short for demanding modern games. The laptop is a strong productivity device with exceptional battery life, though its price and the GPU's limitations make it a mediocre choice for dedicated gamers.
As the memory crisis continues and players begin to complain, Cinder City drops 64GB RAM requirement and ups GPU requirement instead
Developer NC has adjusted the PC system requirements for the upcoming co-op shooter Cinder City following player complaints about its high RAM demands. The minimum and recommended RAM requirement was lowered from 64GB to 32GB, while the recommended GPU was increased from an RTX 4060 to an RTX 4070. The developer stated that final requirements may be lower after further optimization.
Rumours suggest Intel may be planning to join the club of hardware manufacturers reviving old product lines, all the way…
Rumors suggest Intel is considering reviving older CPU production lines, including 10th, 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors. This follows similar moves by Nvidia and AMD to reintroduce older GPUs and CPUs to meet market demand. Intel's potential move would involve re-engineering chips for current fabrication processes, similar to AMD's approach with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
Morning Tech Bits
NVIDIA has reportedly canceled its quad-die Rubin Ultra GPU in favor of a dual-GPU design, according to a new report. This complex design change may be due to development challenges. The company is also highlighting its DLSS games lineup for June and its Summer of RTX initiative.
Intel CPUs with Nvidia GPUs could be here by 2028
A new rumor suggests Intel and Nvidia are planning to release integrated CPU and GPU chips by early 2028, potentially disrupting the market for AMD. This partnership could lead to more powerful and efficient laptops and gaming handhelds, and may impact console chip suppliers. The chips would combine Intel's x86 architecture with Nvidia's GeForce graphics, offering access to technologies like DLSS.
NVIDIA's RTX Spark chip could give Windows its true Apple Silicon moment
NVIDIA's upcoming RTX Spark chip, featuring Arm CPU cores, a powerful GPU, and unified RAM, is positioned to be a significant development for Windows. This hardware could represent a major advancement for the Windows ecosystem, potentially mirroring the impact of Apple Silicon on macOS.
The overclocking headroom in AMD's Radeon 7000-series GPUs 'was certainly not accidental... the core of Radeon has to be all about value to the end user'
AMD's David McAfee stated that the overclocking headroom in their Radeon 7000-series GPUs, specifically the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, was intentional. He explained that AMD's strategy is to provide value to end-users by allowing them room for experimentation and customization, a philosophy they are applying to future product generations.
AMD launch the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, Ryzen 7 7700X3D, expanded socket AM5 support and more
AMD announced new hardware at Computex 2026, including the Ryzen 7 7700X3D CPU and the Radeon RX 9070 GRE GPU, both launching in June and July 2026 respectively. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to socket AM5 support through 2029 and teased advancements in AMD EXPO memory technology.
Intel just announced two powerful new gaming handheld CPUs, and the timing couldn't be better
Intel has announced its new Arc G3 range of gaming CPUs designed exclusively for handheld PCs, aiming to compete with AMD's dominance in the market. These new chips feature powerful Arc B390 GPUs and power-efficient CPUs, with early tests showing significant performance gains over AMD's offerings. Acer, MSI, and OneXPlayer are confirmed partners for upcoming devices utilizing these new Intel processors.
Nvidia's Chinese budget GPU rival can actually run games, but it isn't a threat to the RTX 5060 yet
Chinese company Lisuan has released the LX 7G100, a graphics card that can run games and is positioned as a potential rival to Nvidia's offerings. While benchmarks show it performing significantly below Nvidia's RTX 5060, it represents a notable step forward for China's domestic GPU development, with potential for future improvements.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews and comparisons for various PC hardware components. It features a head-to-head comparison of the RX 9070 XT and RTX 5070 Ti graphics cards, as well as a review of the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II headset.