Category: Assistive Technology

Assistive TechnologyEnergy Policy

Conservative MP Reports Fabricated Defection Video as Deepfake Concerns Mount

Conservative MP George Freeman has reported a deepfake video to authorities that falsely depicts him announcing his defection to the Reform Party. The fabricated content shows the MP criticizing his own party in what he describes as a dangerous example of political disinformation. Authorities are investigating the incident amid growing concerns about AI-generated content in politics.

MP Reports Fabricated Defection Video to Authorities

Conservative MP George Freeman has reported a deepfake video to police that falsely shows him defecting to another political party, according to reports. The fabricated content, which has been widely circulated online, appears to show the MP announcing he has joined the Reform Party while criticizing his own Conservative Party.

by Nathan Cole
Assistive TechnologyInfrastructure

OVHcloud Unveils Next-Generation Data Center Cooling Technology with Major Efficiency Gains

European cloud provider OVHcloud has revealed a new cooling architecture that sources indicate could dramatically reduce environmental impact. The company’s fifth-generation server racks and cooling systems reportedly cut cooling electricity needs by up to 50 percent while reducing water consumption by 30 percent.

Revolutionary Cooling Architecture

European cloud and data center firm OVHcloud has unveiled what it describes as a groundbreaking cooling architecture for its global data center operations. According to reports, the new OVHcloud Smart Datacenter combines innovative industrial designs with artificial intelligence capabilities to significantly reduce both power and water consumption.

by Nathan Cole
Assistive TechnologyBusiness Software

Firefox Introduces Desktop Shortcut Feature for Profile Management in Latest Update

Firefox has rolled out a significant enhancement to its profile management system, allowing users to generate desktop shortcuts for individual profiles. This feature, currently available for Windows users in Firefox Nightly, eliminates the need for command-line operations. The update represents Mozilla’s ongoing efforts to improve user experience and browser functionality.

Streamlined Profile Access

According to reports from browser experts, Firefox has introduced a native solution for creating desktop shortcuts to browser profiles, addressing a long-standing user request. Sources indicate this feature simplifies the process of maintaining separate browsing environments for work and personal use, which previously required technical knowledge of command-line interface operations or manual profile selection.

by Nathan Cole
Assistive TechnologySemiconductors

NVIDIA’s US Manufacturing Milestone: TSMC Arizona Produces First Blackwell AI Chip Wafer

NVIDIA has reached a manufacturing milestone with TSMC producing the first Blackwell chip wafer on American soil. The development signals a major shift in semiconductor production capabilities within the United States, according to industry reports.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Comes Home

In what NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is calling a historic moment, the first wafer for the company’s Blackwell AI chip has reportedly been manufactured at TSMC’s Arizona facility. According to reports, this marks the first time in recent history that such an advanced semiconductor component is being produced on American soil by the world’s leading foundry.

by Elisa Romero
Assistive TechnologyInternational Business and Trade

NVIDIA CEO Acknowledges Complete Exit From China’s AI Market Amid Trade Restrictions

NVIDIA’s presence in China’s AI sector has evaporated, with CEO Jensen Huang stating the firm now holds 0% market share. The decline is attributed to U.S. export controls and rising domestic competition from firms like Huawei, reshaping the global AI landscape.

NVIDIA’s Drastic Market Share Decline in China

According to reports from the Citadel Securities Future Of Global Markets 2025 event, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang disclosed that the company’s market share in China has dropped from 95% to 0%. Sources indicate that geopolitical tensions and China’s push for a domestic AI tech stack have led to this dramatic shift. Huang emphasized that NVIDIA is currently “100% out of China,” and all forecasts now assume zero contribution from the region, with any future activity considered a bonus.

by Nathan Cole