World of Warcraft: Forever launched on 70,480 CPU cores and 251,136 GB of RAM
Soon after launch, Blizzard revealed some of the most impressive details about the hardware powering the game. The new-old MMO is running on 3,924 virtual machines, 251,136 GB of memory, and 70,480 CPU cores. The “memory” figure is suspiciously precise, especially coming just a few days after Sam Altman shared…
Huawei says its new desktop PC is 100% Chinese-made, with a few asterisks
China has long been pushing to lessen its reliance on US tech. Huawei says with its Qinyun HM650 series desktop computers, the machines are 100% domestically made. They also use the company’s own HarmonyOS operating system.
UK’s Russell Brand sentenced to 10-and-a-half years in jail for rape, sexual assault – Reuters
- UK’s Russell Brand sentenced to 10-and-a-half years in jail for rape, sexual assault Reuters
- Russell Brand’s dad insists convicted rapist is a ‘victim’ in fiery rant outside courtroom Page Six
- Russell Brand sentenced to more than 10 years for rape and sexual assault offences – latest updates The Guardian
- Russell Brand Sentenced to 10 and a Half Years in Prison for Rape The New York Times
- Russell Brand sentenced to 10-and-a-half years in jail for rape, sexual assault Channel 3000
Used memory chips are creeping into budget phones, and it could get worse
According to a recent report from TrendForce, DRAM contract price hikes are forcing some smartphone brands to consider reballed memory components for their budget lines. In short, reballed memory refers to used memory salvaged from old hardware and fitted with new solder balls so they can be installed on other…
Commerce Dept. Chip Inquiry Was Halted After Nvidia Intervention
An investigation into Megaspeed, a Singapore company that was buying advanced Nvidia A.I. chips, was transferred to the Justice Department after a top Nvidia executive reached out to Commerce Department officials.
AMD’s fastest gaming CPU drops to $419, just $20 more than the 9800X3D
The Ryzen 7 9850X3D builds on the excellent 9800X3D with higher clock speeds and slightly better gaming performance. In our tests, it delivered ~5% more FPS at the cost of higher power consumption. Originally $499, the 8-core chip is now available for $419 on Amazon, just $20 more than the 9800X3D, which is also on sale for $399.
Thick smog shrouds New Delhi after Diwali firecrackers add to seasonal pollution
New Delhi, home to over 30 million people, regularly ranks among the world’s most polluted areas during winter, with pollution worsening in late October and November.
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British comedian Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand, who became a celebrity darling in the early 2000s, was found guilty on one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault in a case brought by six women.
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School buses are becoming AI-powered ticket machines, generating millions from drivers who fail to stop
An investigation by Bloomberg and Type Investigations earlier this year reported that BusPatrol equipped around 35,000 buses across 24 states. Its cameras flag suspected illegal passing, with police reviewing evidence before tickets are issued.
Congress is back after GOP’s midterm defeat. And, Trump appoints new chief of staff
Republicans have just weeks left of control of Congress. Here’s what to expect. And, Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, signaling his readiness to confront his opposition.
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