Hardware Technology

AI infrastructure spending is splitting the semiconductor sector in two

Samsung's chip profit surged 250-fold while Qualcomm and Arm stumble on smartphone weakness, revealing a widening divide in enterprise hardware demand.

Samsung chip profit soared 250-fold this earnings season, and AI infrastructure spending shows no sign of slowing

AI hardware demand drove Samsung's chip unit to a 250-fold profit surge, while Palantir, Cloudflare, and Hon Hai posted outsized results, splitting the enterpr

U.S. B2B tech spending hit $35.3B in H1 2026, with cloud leading at 15% growth

Circana's latest forecast shows B2B technology reseller revenue up 10% year over year, with cloud, hardware, and software all posting gains.

Google's Gemini 3.5 Pro slips behind schedule as compute constraints ripple across AI industry

Google's next flagship Gemini model is months behind on coding benchmarks while AI compute scarcity reshapes vendor relationships and product timelines industry

Etched targets a $20 billion valuation with back-to-back rounds as inference chip demand hits $1 billion

AI inference chip startup Etched is in talks to close two concurrent funding rounds valuing it at $10B and $20B, signaling surging enterprise demand.

Custom AI Chips Signal Segmentation for AI Teams, While NVIDIA Sets the Performance Ceiling for Cutting-Edge AI

Microsoft’s introduction of the Maia 200 adds to a growing list of hyperscaler-developed processors, alongside offerings from AWS and Google. These custom AI chips are largely designed to improve inference efficiency and optimize internal cost structures, though some platforms also support large-scale training. Google’s offering is currently the most mature, with a longer production…

OpenAI–Cerebras Deal Signals Selective Inference Optimization, Not Replacement of GPUs

OpenAI’s partnership with Cerebras has raised questions about the future of GPUs in inference workloads. Cerebras uses a wafer-scale architecture that places an entire cluster onto a single silicon chip. This design reduces communication overhead and is built to improve latency and throughput for large-scale inference. QumulusAI Senior Product Manager Mark Jackson says Cerebras’…

Customer-Obsessed Innovation: How AMAG Delivers End-to-End Control and Real Results

At AMAG Technology, customer-obsessed innovation is driven by complete ownership. Richard Hemming, who leads the in-house Quality Assurance team, emphasizes the company’s unique position: by designing and manufacturing its own hardware, software, and firmware, AMAG maintains full control over development, testing, and delivery. This integrated approach allows teams to respond quickly to market needs while…

AI Accelerators Enhance Computational Might Across Industries; Innovation and Open Standards Key for Adoption

The realm of artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing, underscored by the development and deployment of AI accelerators from top players. These accelerators are at the forefront of a technology revolution, offering unprecedented computational power to handle complex AI workloads. As businesses across sectors increasingly rely on AI for operational efficiency and innovation, the importance…

High Stakes, High Tech: The New Era of Gaming

The gaming industry stands at the brink of a transformative era, as technological innovation propels casino gaming into new realms of experience. Quixant’s Duncan Faithfull, EVP, Business Leader, and CCO; Abhinay Bhagavatula, EVP, CTO, and Global Manufacturing Leader; and Intel’s Camilo Dennis, Gaming Partner & Ecosystem Manager, join forces with moderator Michelle Dawn Mooney…

InfoComm 2023: What are the Benefits of Belkin’s New KVM Solutions and How Do They Compare to Other Solutions?

In today’s tech-savvy world, KVM solutions are growing more and more popular, which is why they were one of the big topics discussed at this year’s InfoComm. KVMs are like a magic trick, letting you control multiple computers with just one set of gear. Belkin was one of the companies represented at the convention,…

The Partnering of Lenovo and Jabra

In-person work numbers have been climbing and are at a high since early 2020, hitting 54.5 percent of pre-pandemic numbers in September, according to The Washington Post. However, we will probably never reach full pre-pandemic levels with the remote work movement and the flexibility it enables. How is the new partnership between Jabra and Lenovo…

UNICOM Engineering: Your Trusted Partner for Technical Excellence

In the ever-evolving world of technology, having a partner who possesses technical knowledge and experience is essential. UNICOM Engineering understands this, making it their superpower. With a focus on integrity and delivering on their promises, they instill confidence in their clients. When UNICOM Engineering commits to a task, they measure their performance to the highest…

Pioneering the Future of Advanced Audio: Sennheiser’s Latest Innovations Unveiled

Sennheiser, the leading choice for advanced audio technology that enhances collaboration and learning, has made a series of exciting announcements at this year’s show. The renowned audio tech company continues to shape the future of sound with its array of new products and updates aimed at improving the audio experience for all. Leading the announcement…

Sennheiser Unveils Revolutionary All-In-One Video Conferencing Device, TeamConnect Bar, Ushering New Era in Hybrid Collaboration

German audio technology pioneer Sennheiser has announced the release of TeamConnect Bar, a high-end, all-in-one audio-video conferencing solution in a bid to address the evolving requirements of the hybrid work and learning environments, made more pressing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company made this announcement at a special presentation from the University…

Applied Digital Investor Day: Pioneering Specialized Data Centers for Advanced AI Training

Richard Nottenburg, on the Board of Directors at Applied Digital, highlights the company’s specialized venture into building data centers dedicated to AI training models. These facilities are designed to support the intense demands of generative AI and large language models (LLMs), utilizing cutting-edge computational hardware tailored for these advanced technologies.

eSports: How Marshall Cameras Supports Them

As eSports continue to surge in popularity worldwide, the technology supporting this unique form of competition is evolving at a commensurate pace. Central to this revolution are Point of View (PoV) cameras, which are providing an unprecedented insight into the intense emotional journeys of players during matches, which Tod Musgrave, the Senior Director of…

Striking the Balance: UNICOM Engineering Explores Design at the Edge

UNICOM Engineering has just released their latest blog post, and it’s a must-read for those interested in the exciting world of edge computing. Titled “Supporting Design at the Edge,” this insightful post delves into the crucial aspect of finding the perfect equilibrium between performance and reliability in the business service industry. UNICOM Engineering highlights the…