2026-08-05

AMD’s record quarter is really a bet that open beats Nvidia’s moat

AMD has had its best quarter yet, as the chipmaker reported record revenue of $11.5bn for the second quarter, up 50% on a year earlier, as demand for AI hardware kept climbing. The engine was the data centre which brought in $6.7bn, more than double last year’s figure and now 58% of the company, the […]<br /> This story continues at The Next Web [...]

2026-08-05

Court lets Perplexity’s AI agent shop on Amazon, overturning a ban

An AI agent can shop on Amazon whether Amazon likes it or not. A US appeals court has overturned an injunction that barred Perplexity’s shopping agent from the retailer, handing an early win to the software that browses and buys on people’s behalf. The Ninth Circuit ruled that Amazon’s core legal claim did not hold. […]<br /> This story continues at The Next Web [...]

2026-08-05

Why AI is making work faster, not better.

AI speeds up tasks, but fragmented systems still prevent genuinely productive work [...]

2026-08-05

The measurement challenge behind the shift to GaN in high-frequency semiconductors

As the RF industry shifts to GaN, advanced measurement becomes the ultimate tool for competitive advantage. [...]

2026-08-05

Need to run Windows or Android apps on Linux? This new release makes it easy

If you're looking to use Linux but want an easy path to install and use both Windows and Android apps, AnduinOS is a great choice. [...]

2026-08-05

The 7 best U.S. states to retire to in 2026, ranked by what matters most

Retirement can look completely different depending on the state. The Motley Fool's 2026 survey scores every place on retiree priorities [...]

2026-08-05

The most endangered traditional crafts still alive in Hong Kong right now

From hand-carved mahjong tiles in a Hung Hom family workshop to neon signs still bent by a master with 70 years of experience [...]

2026-08-05

The 10 best things to do in Montréal

From Mont Royal's Olmsted-designed trails and Tam Tams drum circles to beer spa baths and sesame bagels fresh from a 1919 oven [...]

2026-08-05

The best carry-on backpacks for travel in 2026: Consumer Reports

A disorganized backpack turns airport security into a frustrating dig. Consumer Reports tested backpacks for organization and comfort [...]