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SK Hynix Reports Memory Capacity Sold Out Through 2029

Major memory supplier SK Hynix has announced that its High Bandwidth Memory is largely sold out through 2029 due to AI demand.

pcmag.com · Oct 28, 2026Postpermalink

FCC Rejects TP-Link's Entry-Level Wi-Fi 8 Networking Gear

The FCC has blocked TP-Link's attempt to certify new Wi-Fi 8 (802.11bn) routers for the US market due to power level issues.

tomshardware.com · Oct 28, 2026Postpermalink

NBCUniversal May Merge MS Now Back Into NBC News

Industry reports suggest that NBCUniversal is considering folding its streaming-specific news brand, MS Now, back into the main NBC News operation.

cordcuttersnews.com · Oct 28, 2026Postpermalink
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The Growing Threat to Anonymous Browsing via Age Verification Laws

New legislative proposals for mandatory age verification are creating a scenario where 'No ID means No Internet.' Critics argue these laws create massive privacy risks by forcing users to upload sensitive identification to poorly secured third-party clearinghouses.

techdirt.com · Oct 28, 2026Postpermalink

Discord to Make Public Communities Searchable on Google by Default

Discord is transitioning its 'Discoverable Servers' to be indexable by Google Search, including AI-generated summaries of conversations.

engadget.com · Oct 28, 2026Postpermalink

The Subscription Trap: Why Your Favorite One-Time Apps Are Getting Pricier

A growing trend sees affordable utility apps pivoting to high-priced premium subscriptions, leaving long-time users behind.

arstechnica.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

Verizon Hits Record Broadband Growth as Cable Losses Continue

Verizon reported a record 314,000 new broadband subscribers in the third quarter, fueled by strong demand for fixed wireless and fiber services.

cordcuttersnews.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

Silicondust Urges FCC to Disable ATSC 3.0 Encryption During EAS Tests

Silicondust is calling on the FCC to require broadcasters to drop encryption on NextGen TV signals during nationwide Emergency Alert System tests. The company argues that current DRM restrictions prevent many compatible receivers from displaying critical safety information to the public.

tvtechnology.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

Altice USA (Optimum) Explores Potential Bankruptcy Amid $26 Billion Debt

Altice USA, the parent company of Optimum, is reportedly consulting with financial advisors to address a $26 billion debt burden.

cordcuttersnews.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of PHP2Shell Vulnerability

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has confirmed that PHP2Shell vulnerabilities are being actively exploited in the wild.

bleepingcomputer.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

Grand Theft GPU: Data Center Hardware Being Hijacked and Spoofed in Transit

High-end data center hardware is being stolen in transit via sophisticated 'hit-and-run' operations and GPS spoofing, totaling hundreds of millions in losses.

tomshardware.com · Oct 27, 2026Postpermalink

Epic CEO Attacks Steam's AI Disclosure Policy as 'Abhorrent'

Tim Sweeney has criticized Valve's requirement for developers to disclose the use of AI in games on Steam. Sweeney argues that these labels act as a 'political statement' and unfairly stigmatize developers who use AI tools for efficiency or creative assets.

notebookcheck.net · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

Cloudflare CEO: AI is Uncovering Critical Software Flaws

Cloudflare's CEO predicts that AI will continue to reveal severe software vulnerabilities that were previously missed by human developers. The company has already used AI to identify a number of critical flaws in existing software stacks.

techspot.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

Nvidia Proposes $2,000 Annual Software Fee for AI GPUs

Nvidia is considering an annual $2,000 software license fee per GPU for running AI agents.

notebookcheck.net · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Fight FCC Satellite Proposal That Helps SpaceX

This is why prices go up - rather than competing, industry incumbents team up to try and lock a new competitor out.

pcmag.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

YouTube to Introduce AV2 Video Codec for Better Efficiency

YouTube is planning to implement the AV2 video codec in early 2027, which aims to reduce data usage by approximately 30%.

digitaltrends.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

Banks Preparing for Aftermath of Unprecedented Catastrophe Caused by AI

Major financial institutions are starting to implement "day after" plans for hypothetical AI-driven financial crises.

futurism.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

Sony Discontinues Final 4K Blu-ray Player

In a major blow to physical media enthusiasts, Sony is reportedly discontinuing its last remaining 4K Blu-ray player model.

hothardware.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

Microsoft Promotes Xbox Trade-Ins Following Console Price Hikes

After increasing the retail price of Xbox consoles, Microsoft is now emailing existing owners with offers to trade in their hardware.

gadgetreview.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

SpaceX Pursues 80,000 Cell Sites for Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service

SpaceX is reportedly in talks to leverage up to 80,000 cell tower sites to bolster its Starlink satellite-to-mobile service.

pcmag.com · Oct 25, 2026Postpermalink

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