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CPU interconnect technology CXL gains acceptance

Study shows emerging server CPU connectivity service will see $3.4 billion growth by 2028.

Jun 24, 2025 3 mins

AMD rolls out first Ultra Ethernet-compliant NIC

Aimed at high-data-rate AI networks, the AMD Pensando Pollara 400 network interface card is the first NIC compliant with the Ultra Ethernet Consortium 1.0 specification.

By Andy Patrizio

Jun 23, 2025 3 mins

CPUs and Processors Data Center

Can Intel cut its way to profit with factory layoffs?

Intel is reportedly planning to lay off 20% of its factory workers amid faltering demand for its core products.

By Paul Barker

Jun 17, 2025 4 mins

CPUs and Processors Technology Industry

Next-gen AI chips will draw 15,000W each, redefining power, cooling, and data center design

A new KAIST roadmap reveals HBM8-powered GPUs could consume more than 15kW per module by 2035, pushing current infrastructure, cooling systems, and power grids to breaking point.

By Gyana Swain

Jun 17, 2025 7 mins

Artificial Intelligence Computer Components Data Center

AMD steps up AI competition with Instinct MI350 chips, rack-scale platform

The MI355X accelerator delivers up to 40% higher token-per-dollar efficiency compared to rivals, AMD claims.

By Prasanth Aby Thomas

Jun 13, 2025 4 mins

Artificial Intelligence Computer Components

Winners and losers in the Top500 supercomputer ranking

AMD had a strong showing, with its processors and coprocessors powering the No. 1 and No. 2 most powerful supercomputers in the world.

By Andy Patrizio

Jun 12, 2025 4 mins

CPUs and Processors Data Center High-Performance Computing

Huawei says it trails its US rivals in chips but is closing the gap

Analysts suggest that the company may be downplaying its hardware to avoid additional US restrictions.

By Prasanth Aby Thomas

Jun 10, 2025 4 mins

CPUs and Processors Technology Industry

Qualcomm’s $2.4B Alphawave deal signals bold data center ambitions

The purchase will help Qualcomm pair its processors with high-speed connectivity and compute technologies to support ever more sophisticated AI applications.

By Taryn Plumb

Jun 9, 2025 5 mins

CPUs and Processors Data Center Mergers and Acquisitions

The FPGA turns 40. Where does it go from here?

The reprogrammable processor has found its niches, and that includes a place in AI.

By Andy Patrizio

Jun 9, 2025 4 mins

Artificial Intelligence CPUs and Processors

Nvidia aims to bring AI to wireless

AI has transformed almost every aspect of technology, and now Nvidia is looking to bring the technology to the wireless industry with its compact Aerial RAN computer.

By Zeus Kerravala

Jun 6, 2025 7 mins

CPUs and Processors Networking Wi-Fi