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A BBC journalist was targeted by hackers offering ransom profits, escalating to MFA bombing when delays prompted security intervention and disconnection.

Samsung TRUEBench tests AI chatbots against real workplace tasks, yet skepticism persists about benchmarks capturing true human job complexity.

Nvidia dominates rendering and editing, AMD delivers selective strengths, and Intel surprises in AI benchmarks while struggling with broader stability.

Backed by a Microsoft collaboration and a $24 million funding deal, Corintis is developing microfluidic cooling technology which aims for 10x gains in AI chip performance.

Com Laude acquires Markmonitor for $450 million, while Newfold Digital refocuses on web hosting with Bluehost and Network Solutions.

Quixant Iqon3 mini PC combines Ryzen Pro 8000 power, workstation specifications, vast ports, and heavy security for gaming cabinets.

AV1 promises smoother, lighter video streaming, but hardware gaps, energy demands, and inconsistent support complicate its widespread mobile adoption.

Peppy Pulse Aura 5G offers portable 5G connectivity with dual SIM support, touchscreen controls, and two models positioned for different users.

Photonicat 2 is a portable open source computing box with a 24-hour battery, extensive connectivity, and expandable storage.

Euclyd unveiled CRAFTWERK, an AI chip claiming unmatched performance and efficiency, though its extraordinary specifications remain unverified in real environments.

Anker’s docking station integrates 14 ports, triple monitor support, and a small control knob display.

The Welder Keyboard combines a foldable mechanical design with a 12.8-inch touchscreen, RGB lighting, and broad compatibility for versatile use.

NXPort seeks to transform laptops with a tiny 650W eGPU dock, yet exposed components and unverified claims raise skepticism.

Kaspersky warns guests worldwide as “RevengeHotels” resurfaces with AI-powered phishing, stealing sensitive guest information.

Houseplants can weaken Wi-Fi signals, but walls, interference, and router placement are usually bigger factors than indoor greenery.

Verdent introduces AI coding suite with parallel agents, aiming to scale enterprise projects beyond no-code platforms and traditional environments.

AI voices generated from LLM systems now rival human speech, raising new ethical concerns about trust, identity, accessibility, and misinformation.

Cofense research sees cybercriminals spoof legal firms with AI tools, spreading malware that steals crypto and may evolve into ransomware.

XPLORE 2 joins 2025’s list of rugged projector phones with 480p projection feature, extreme durability, a 20,000mAh battery, and a niche outdoor focus.

Leoneq’s iNapGPU project attempted a crude TTL VGA card, producing unstable artifacts, glitches, and unusable output despite clever tricks.

China’s $37 billion Wuhu AI cluster seeks to rival US Stargate project, centralizing compute power despite chip and sustainability challenges.

GL.iNet’s Comet Pro offers low-latency remote access, 4K support, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and flexible control tools for global backers.

The Wee Beastie mini PC delivers gaming, AI, and creative performance in a compact fishtank design with upgradeable hardware.

The HISHUB Portable SSD combines storage, hub functions, and heavy charging, although real-world performance remains unproven beyond Kickstarter demonstrations.

Nvidia’s $900 million Enfabrica acquisition targets AI scaling challenges using ACF-S chips, EMFASYS memory, and high-radix multipath networks.