EPC just launched a high-performance motor drive inverter specifically designed for humanoid robot joints. The EPC91120 delivers up to 21A peak current in a compact 32mm package using gallium nitride technology. It’s priced at $394.02 and available now.
Nvidia’s AI chip dominance has propelled it to a $5 trillion valuation, with the company on track to earn more net income than its two main competitors’ combined sales. The AI gold rush shows no signs of slowing as data center investments continue pouring in.
AMD has received US government approval to export its China-specific Instinct MI308 AI chips. This gives AMD a potential advantage over NVIDIA, which remains in regulatory deadlock for its competing H20 chips.
Samsung’s hidden gem browser is making the jump from mobile to desktop. The Internet browser app is now available in beta for Windows 11 and Windows 10 PCs, bringing full sync capabilities and AI features to the desktop experience.
The Kimsuky hacking group has rolled out a new backdoor called HTTPTroy targeting South Korean users. The sophisticated tool uses encryption and memory-resident techniques to evade detection. This continues North Korea’s pattern of evolving cyber operations against regional targets.
Volkswagen is making a massive bet on China-made AI chips to rescue its struggling electric vehicle business. The German automaker is developing its first in-house chip through a joint venture with Horizon Robotics, with deliveries expected within three to five years. This comes as VW’s market share
The Department of Homeland Security wants to dramatically expand biometric data collection to include DNA, voice prints, and ocular scans. The proposed rule would affect not just immigrants but also US citizens associated with immigration cases.
Walmart de México is integrating Aplazo’s buy now, pay later service into its digital payments app. The partnership comes with 1.5 million preapproved credit lines and aims to address payment friction in Mexico’s growing e-commerce market. Customers can get approved in under five minutes with transp
Apple’s Podcasts app is getting three significant upgrades in iOS 26.2. The changes include automatically generated chapters, improved podcast discovery, and better handling of links mentioned in episodes.
AMD faces a patent lawsuit from Adeia over its 3D V-Cache technology used in Ryzen X3D processors. The company has a history of similar suits against NVIDIA, Disney, and others. This looks like textbook patent trolling behavior.
