AMD Strix Halo APU: Die-Shot Reveal and Analysis

AMD’s latest APU, Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max+), has finally shed its embargo, allowing for the release of high-resolution die shots that showcase its impressive engineering. The chip boasts 16 cores, 40 Compute Units (CUs), and 128GB of unified memory, thanks to two Zen 5 CCDs and up to eight memory ICs. The Strix Halo’s … Read more

Nintendo Abandons Gold Points Scheme Ahead of Switch 2 Launch

Nintendo has announced that it will discontinue the popular Gold Points scheme on March 24, leaving many users confused and concerned. The program rewarded users with points when purchasing both physical and digital copies of games, which could be redeemed for discounts on future eShop purchases. The Gold Points system offered a unique benefit, earning … Read more

Google Pixel 9a Leaked Renders Confirm Design and Colors

A recent leak has confirmed the design and colors of the upcoming Google Pixel 9a, with four color options including black, white, pink, and a light blue/purple hue. The leak, shared by Sudhanshu Ambhore on X, shows off renders of the phone in different colors, which seem to match previous leaks about the device. The … Read more

Kyle Kuzma Proposes to Winnie Harlow with 8.5-Carat Ring

NBA newcomer Kyle Kuzma has proposed to his longtime partner, supermodel Winnie Harlow, in a romantic getaway to Turks and Caicos. The proposal happened on February 13, when the couple boarded a private plane chartered by Kuzma. Kuzma had initially planned the trip as a long weekend getaway around NBA All-Star Weekend, but he secretly … Read more

Elon Musk’s Kids at White House Sparks Controversy and Concerns

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, has brought his children to high-profile events, including a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sparking controversy and concern over his parenting methods. Three of Musk’s young children were in attendance, and they received gifts from Modi. However, some argue that this is not genuine parenting but rather a … Read more

US Grants Fund Expansion of Long COVID Clinics Amid Growing Healthcare Gap

The US Department of Health and Human Services has allocated major grant funding to 12 Long COVID clinics across the country, including the University of Washington Medicine’s clinic in Seattle. The clinics aim to expand access to treatment for post-viral COVID-19 symptoms, which can vary widely among patients. According to UW Medicine’s Dr. Janna L. … Read more

New XCSSET macOS Malware Variant Detected by Microsoft

A new variant of XCSSET, a powerful and highly destructive macOS malware family, has been detected by Microsoft. The variant, which was first reported in 2020, marked the first publicly known update to the malware since 2022. Microsoft said it has observed limited attacks so far, but warned that the malware poses significant security risks. … Read more

Marvel Rivals Lays Off US Team Amidst Success

NetEase, the developer behind Marvel Rivals, has laid off an unspecified number of employees in its US operations. The news comes as a shock, given the game’s massive success, with 20 million players within days of its December 2024 launch. Several developers who were let go are sharing their experiences on LinkedIn, expressing disappointment and … Read more