Intel Buys AI Chip Company SambaNova Systems in Deal

Intel (INTC) has agreed to acquire AI chip company SambaNova Systems in a deal, according to two sources with direct knowledge. The terms of the agreement are not yet public, but it’s non-binding and doesn’t require further negotiations. This latest move highlights Intel’s focus on expanding its capabilities in the rapidly growing field of artificial … Read more

Fal Raises $140M Series D Funding at $4.5 Billion Valuation

Startup Fal raises $140 million to support multimodal AI infrastructure for big-name customers like Adobe and Shopify, valuing the company at $4.5 billion. Source: https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/09/fal-nabs-140m-in-fresh-funding-led-by-sequoia-tripling-valuation-to-4-5b

Microsoft Unveils 2026 Windows 11 Upgrades for Gamers

Microsoft promises to upgrade Windows 11 with improved performance for gamers in 2026, aiming to make it the best gaming platform. The company has identified key areas of improvement: background workload management, power and scheduling enhancements, graphics stack optimizations, and updated drivers. These updates should enable smoother gameplay and better visual quality. Additionally, Auto SR … Read more

Intel in Talks to Acquire AI Chip Company SambaNova

Intel is making a move to acquire AI chip company SambaNova Systems, with the estimated value of the deal falling below $5 billion. The acquisition comes as Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan looks to restructure his company’s debt and focus on an AI-first strategy. SambaNova was founded in 2017 by Kunle Olukotun, Rodrigo Liang, and Christopher … Read more

Texas Primary Election Shake-Up: Notable Candidates Emerge

A series of last-minute filings has shaken up top Tarrant County races ahead of the 2026 primary election in Texas. Fort Worth Congressman Marc Veasey filed to run for Tarrant County Judge, challenging Republican incumbent Tim O’Hare. This move sets up a high-profile Democratic primary between Veasey and Commissioner Alisa Simmons. The March ballot includes … Read more

Xbox Xbox Ally Update Promises Improvements

Microsoft has acknowledged Linux as a growing competitor in the PC gaming market. The Xbox Ally, its Linux-based handheld console, is getting a facelift with updates to address user concerns. The company plans to refine background workload management, power efficiency, and graphics processing. These enhancements aim to improve overall gaming performance on the device, addressing … Read more

Google NotebookLM Adds Infographic Tool for Visual Learning

Google’s NotebookLM has updated its feature to create infographics from various materials like PDFs, websites, videos, or documents. To use the new tool, open a NotebookLM Notebook and tap the “infographic” button on the right panel. To get an infographic, select your desired sources in the left panel and ensure they are checked off. If … Read more

How Yahoo Uses Cookies on Its Site and Apps

Yahoo-konsernia käyttää sivustojamme ja sovelluksiamme evästeitä. Tällaisia evästeitä käytetään – tarjotaksemme sinulle parhaat mahdollisuudet – todistaaksesi, ettei roskapostia tai väärinkäytöksiä tapahtuisikaan – sekä toteuttaaksesi tietoturvatoimia Jos napsautat “Hyväksy kaikki”, muistamme ja käytämme siihen liittyviä evästeitä. Tällaiset evästeet tallennetaan tai käytetään myös sijaintitietojen avulla (IP-osoite) analytiikassa, tarjotaksemme sinulle räätälöityä mainontaa ja sisältöä sekä tutkia kohderyhmiä. Source: … Read more

Valley PBS Receives $26M Grant from Public Media Bridge Fund

Valley PBS, which serves millions of residents in Central California, has been awarded a stabilization grant by the Public Media Bridge Fund. The grant, worth $26 million, is part of an initial round of awards made to 74 organizations nationwide. The fund was created after Congress rescinded funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which … Read more