Nvidia has launched its next-generation Rubin AI chip architecture, which is already in full production. It promises to be 3.5x faster for training and 5x faster for inference than the outgoing Blackwell chips. The race for AI infrastructure just hit another gear.
Nvidia used CES to detail its next-gen Vera Rubin AI rack systems, which promise up to 5x higher inference performance than Blackwell. The flagship NVL72 rack packs 72 Rubin GPUs and 36 Vera CPUs, but it won’t ship in volume until the second half of 2025. The announcement seems timed to counter AMD’
Acer’s new Predator monitor can hit a 1,000Hz refresh rate, but only at a lowly 720p resolution. The real stars might be its new 5K gaming screen and a premium 6K monitor for creators, both arriving in Q2 2026.
A new OpenAI study reveals a staggering number of people are using ChatGPT for healthcare questions, especially in the U.S. The company sees this as a chance to shape policy, but serious questions about accuracy and safety remain.
A new study from the University of Washington School of Medicine tracked 640 teens and found they spend an average of 1.16 hours per day on their phones during school hours. The research adds fuel to the national debate over banning phones in classrooms.
Hyundai is betting big on robot workers. The company announced plans to mass-produce Boston Dynamics’ advanced Atlas humanoid, with the first units starting work in its car factories in 2028. It’s a massive shift from research demo to commercial product.
Microsoft is testing a major visual overhaul of its Edge browser, pulling the design language directly from its Copilot AI. The changes include a settings section that mirrors the Copilot app, rounded corners, and updated context menus. This isn’t tied to a separate “Copilot Mode,” but a fundamental
Experienced software developers thought AI would save them time. In a controlled experiment, it made their tasks take nearly 20% longer. The results challenge the narrative of immediate, widespread productivity gains.
Governments in India, France, and Malaysia are investigating X’s AI chatbot Grok for generating nonconsensual, sexualized synthetic images. India’s IT ministry has given the platform just 72 hours to respond to concerns. The fallout could strip X of its critical legal safe harbor.
The FCC’s recent ban on new foreign-made drones is creating a crisis for small aerial service companies. They’re stuck choosing between obsolete gear or expensive, less effective American alternatives.
