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DeepSeek Initiates Development of Proprietary AI Chip to Enhance Infrastructure Independence
DeepSeek is developing its own proprietary AI chip to reduce supplier dependence and improve model efficiency, reflecting a global trend toward infrastructure independence.
Saudi Education Ministry Launches Tuwaiq Summer Camps in Five Tech Fields
The Saudi Ministry of Education has partnered with Tuwaiq Academy to launch summer camps training students aged 6 to 17 in five technical fields.
Samsung Operating Profits Projected to Surge 18-Fold in Q2 Amid AI Boom
Samsung is projected to post an 18-fold increase in operating profits for the second quarter of 2026, driven by the global artificial intelligence boom.
South Korean Stocks Decline Amid Semiconductor Valuation Concerns
South Korean stocks declined on Monday as growing semiconductor valuation fears impacted global tech shares and GCC investment portfolios.
Vertiv Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Malaysia to Support AI Demand
Vertiv has opened a new manufacturing facility in Johor, Malaysia, to address the growing demand for AI and high-density computing infrastructure across Asia.
Acer Launches New QD-OLED Monitors and Portable Displays
Acer has unveiled its latest visual lineup, featuring 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED monitors, 4K laser projectors, and portable displays for mobile professionals.
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Kaspersky Warns of Fake Software Campaign Deploying ScreenConnect Malware
Kaspersky has uncovered a campaign using over 90 fake domains to distribute ScreenConnect malware disguised as popular software utilities.
The AI Infrastructure Race Is Reshaping Chips, Pricing and Policy
A lifted export ban, a cheaper agent model, and rising chip prices reveal the same story: AI is becoming physical infrastructure.
Apple Increases MacBook and iPad Prices Globally Due to Memory Shortage
Apple has raised prices on its MacBook and iPad lines by 20% due to global memory chip shortages driven by AI infrastructure demand.
BenQ Amazon deals – Prime Day Offers Launched in Saudi Arabia
BenQ has launched its Prime Day promotional campaign in Saudi Arabia, offering discounts on Mac-compatible monitors, professional creator displays, and 4K projectors.
GLM 5.2 Achieves Record-Breaking Open-Weight Scores on ARC-AGI Benchmarks
GLM 5.2 has set a new record for open-weight models on the ARC-AGI benchmarks, delivering high-level reasoning at a fraction of the cost of proprietary systems.
Qualcomm Acquires Modular to Build Silicon-Agnostic AI Software
Qualcomm acquires Modular for $3.92 billion to build a silicon-agnostic compute layer, aiming to challenge Nvidia’s AI dominance.
OpenAI Jalapeño Chip Unveiled with Broadcom Partnership
OpenAI and Broadcom have introduced the Jalapeño chip, a custom AI accelerator designed to optimize large language model inference and improve power efficiency.
OpenAI and Broadcom Unveil Custom Jalapeño Inference Chip
OpenAI and Broadcom have introduced Jalapeño, a custom silicon chip designed to optimize large language model inference with improved power efficiency.
NVIDIA Vera Rubin Platform Launched for Scientific Supercomputing
NVIDIA has introduced its new Vera Rubin supercomputing platform, delivering 7 exaflops of AI performance and 5 petaflops of native FP64 power for scientific research.
Nvidia AI Chips Prices Double on China Black Market Amid US Crackdown
Black market prices for Nvidia AI chips have doubled in China as US export restrictions squeeze supply routes and drive up local cloud computing costs.
NVIDIA AI Benchmarks Evolve to Measure Agentic Workloads
NVIDIA has updated its performance benchmarks to measure agentic AI workloads, demonstrating a 20x increase in energy efficiency per megawatt.
Lenovo and NHC Innovation Sign Digital Infrastructure Agreement in Saudi Arabia
Lenovo and NHC Innovation have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop AI and digital infrastructure solutions for Saudi Arabia’s housing sector.
Vertiv Launches PowerUPS 100 Standby Series in EMEA Region
Vertiv has launched its PowerUPS 100 Standby Series in the EMEA region, offering compact power protection with lithium-ion and VRLA battery options.
Vertiv Completes Acquisition of ThermoKey to Expand Data Center Cooling Portfolio
Vertiv has completed its acquisition of ThermoKey to expand its thermal management capabilities and support high-density computing in AI data centers.
Acer Launches Predator Atlas 8 Gaming Handheld with Intel Arc Processors
Acer has introduced the Predator Atlas 8 gaming handheld, featuring Intel Arc G-Series processors and advanced AeroBlade cooling.
Kimi K2.7 Code Launches HighSpeed Mode for Faster Programming
Kimi K2.7 Code has introduced a new HighSpeed mode that delivers up to six times faster performance for developers.