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Amazon data center in Bahrain struck and destroyed by Iranian cruise missiles, state media claims — attacks launched against AWS site in response to alleged US strikes on an under-construction nuclear plant

Amazon data center in Bahrain struck and destroyed by Iranian cruise missiles, state media claims — attacks launched against AWS site in response to alleged US strikes on an under-construction nuclear plant

💡 Verdict: Iranian state media claims their cruise missiles have destroyed an AWS data center in Bahrain in retaliation for alleged US military strikes on an under-construction nuclear plant. Check Price: AWS Data Center ⚡ Quick Hits * An Amazon Web Services data center in Bahrain was reportedly destroyed by Iranian cruise

$399 Nintendo Switch 2 back in stock Woot for new customers, $427 for returning customers with code — get $100 off the most recent price hikes

$399 Nintendo Switch 2 back in stock Woot for new customers, $427 for returning customers with code — get $100 off the most recent price hikes

💡 Verdict: Snag the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 on Woot for as low as $399 if you are a new customer, saving you $100 off recent market price hikes. Check Price: Nintendo Switch 2 ⚡ Quick Hits * Drop down to $399 exclusive to new Woot customers. * Returning customers can still snag

Taiwan indicts ex-TSMC manager for allegedly stealing chip secrets for China — first case of its kind links managers to Chinese semiconductor materials analysis company

Taiwan indicts ex-TSMC manager for allegedly stealing chip secrets for China — first case of its kind links managers to Chinese semiconductor materials analysis company

💡 Verdict: A former TSMC manager has been indicted in Taiwan for allegedly stealing proprietary semiconductor secrets to aid a Chinese materials analysis company. Check Price: TSMC Chips ⚡ Quick Hits * Taiwan has formally indicted a former TSMC manager for intellectual property theft. * The stolen semiconductor secrets were allegedly funneled to a

The enduring paradox of the AI economy — models get better and more efficient, yet costs can still easily spiral out of control

The enduring paradox of the AI economy — models get better and more efficient, yet costs can still easily spiral out of control

💡 Verdict: While modern AI models become more efficient yet paradoxically expensive, navigating this complex tech economy relies on the deep, foundational problem-solving skills honed by veterans on classic machines like the ZX Spectrum. Check Price: ZX Spectrum ⚡ Quick Hits * The modern AI economy is battling a paradox where better,

Dutch chip sector at very high risk of Chinese interference, government-funded study warns — calls for stricter vetting at sites like ASML

Dutch chip sector at very high risk of Chinese interference, government-funded study warns — calls for stricter vetting at sites like ASML

💡 Verdict: Check out this gear. Check Price: See Deal ⚡ Quick Hits ** * The Dutch chip sector is at a "very high risk" of foreign espionage and interference. * Government-backed researchers are demanding stricter vetting for personnel at key semiconductor facilities. * ASML, a crucial player in global microelectronics, is at

Memory chip boss admits RAM prices are 'abnormally high' — SK Group chairman considering building a semiconductor plant in the US to expand supply, calm ‘chipflation’

Memory chip boss admits RAM prices are 'abnormally high' — SK Group chairman considering building a semiconductor plant in the US to expand supply, calm ‘chipflation’

💡 Verdict: SK Group's chairman has acknowledged that current RAM prices are unusually high and is weighing the construction of a US-based semiconductor plant to increase supply and combat "chipflation." Check Price: SK Hynix RAM ⚡ Quick Hits * SK Group's leadership openly admits current RAM

Zilog Z80 turns 50 as an open-source replacement heads to drop-in DIP40 silicon — iconic 8-bit CPU launched in July 1976 and was discontinued in 2024

Zilog Z80 turns 50 as an open-source replacement heads to drop-in DIP40 silicon — iconic 8-bit CPU launched in July 1976 and was discontinued in 2024

💡 Verdict: As the legendary Zilog Z80 celebrates its nearly 50-year legacy and official 2024 discontinuation, a new drop-in DIP40 open-source silicon replacement is arriving to keep retro hardware alive. Check Price: Zilog Z80 ⚡ Quick Hits * The iconic Zilog Z80 8-bit CPU has been officially discontinued as