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AMD Introduces Ryzen Pro 8000series Processors: Bringing Zen 4 Architecture and AI Engines to the Commercial Market (Proactive)edit
AMD is expanding its Ryzen Pro line with Hawk Point, the new 8040series intended for commercial laptop and workstation users, as well as the Ryzen 8800 Phoenix APU for commercial desktop PCs. AMD underscored that the processor manufacturer pursues a strategy of professional versions of its standard processors for consumers.
Publication: Acko Drive
AMD introduces AI chips for business laptops and desktops (Proactive)edit
These chips are expected to be available in platforms from HP and Lenovo starting in the second quarter of 2024, AMD said in a press release. AI enabled PCs are capable of running large language models and apps powered by the technology directly on the device, instead of the cloud.
Publication: The Indian Express
AMD Debuts AI Chipset For Laptops and Desktops To Rival Intel: All Details (Proactive)edit
These chips are expected to be available in platforms from HP and Lenovo starting in the second quarter of 2024, AMD said in a press release. AI enabled PCs are capable of running large language models and apps powered by the technology directly on the device, instead of the cloud.
Publication: News 18
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India considering deal with Nvidia to get GPUs for national AI missionedit
Nvidia is one of the few companies manufacturing GPUs, and the substantial demand for these chips has propelled its market value to $2.16 trillion India is considering striking a deal with Nvidia to procure graphics processing units (GPUs) from the American manufacturer.
Publication: Business Standard
Intel builds world’s largest neuromorphic system Hala Point to enable more sustainable AIedit
Intel has made waves in the technology world today with the construction of the largest neuromorphic system globally. Dubbed Hala Point, this colossal innovation, initially deployed at Sandia National Laboratories, represents a significant leap forward in artificial intelligence (AI) research, promising to reshape the landscape of computational efficiency and sustainability.
Publication: Business Today
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Sony PlayStation 5 Pro Leaks: PS5 Pro To Launch With Faster GPU And Moreedit
Sony is preparing to launch an upgraded version of its PlayStation 5 console, known as the PS5 Pro, by the end of 2024. According to a report by The Verge, leaked specifications for the new console have surfaced, indicating significant improvements over the standard PS5.
Publication: Times Now News
HPE Launches Made in India Servers, Aims to Boost Local Sourcingedit
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has initiated the widespread deployment of its domestically manufactured servers in India. Produced at VVDN Technologies facility in Manesar, which has recently commenced full operations, these HPE servers are poised to address diverse industry needs, handling various applications and workloads. VVDN, an original design manufacturer, has established a comprehensive surface mount technology (SMT) line specifically for crafting server motherboards for HPE within the country.
Publication: Silicon India
Asus launches its latest dual screen laptop, the Zenbook DUO , now accessible in Indiaedit
Asus, the Taiwanese technology giant, announced on Tuesday the availability of its newly launched dual screen laptop, the Zenbook DUO , in India. Priced starting from Rs 1,59,990, the Zenbook DUO is now up for grabs on popular ecommerce platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart.
Publication: News 18
Industry news
Tech industry growth projected to halve to 3.8% in FY24 compared to FY23edit
Moneycontrol.com, while citing the Annual Strategic Review report of the National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom), said the industry s growth projection has slowed to a lower single digit figure compared to the 8.4 per cent forecasted in FY22. This slowdown in FY24 is attributed to delays in deal closures, uncertainties arising from tech budget reductions among customers, layoffs, and macroeconomic challenges.
Publication: Business Standard
Oracle to invest over $8 billion in Japan in cloud computing, AIedit
racle to invest over $8 billion in Japan in cloud computing, AI Oracle said on Wednesday it will invest more than $8 billion over the next 10 years to meet demand for cloud computing and AI infrastructure in Japan.
Publication: MoneyControl
Micron set to get over $6 bn in chips grants in announcement next weekedit
Micron Technology Inc., the largest US maker of computer memory chips, is poised to get $6.1 billion in grants from the Commerce Department to help pay for domestic factory projects, part of an effort to bring semiconductor production back to American soil.
Publication: Business Standard
In Assam, PM Modi spotlights Northeast’s role in accelerating India s Semiconductor Missionedit
The Northeast, which was only given problems by the Congress, has been transformed into a source of opportunities by the BJP. Congress fuelled separatism and Modi made efforts for peace and security. What Congress could not do in 60 years, Modi did in 10 years, Prime Minister Modi said in his address.
Publication: ET Auto
Growing popularity of hybrid data centers in Indiaedit
Every digital activity, no matter how miniscule for example, sending a message needs storage. Unsurprisingly, a digitally savvy country like India that has over 700 million1 internet users, as of the end of 2022, is seeing massive growth in data centers (DCs). India is currently the world s 13th largest DC market globally, with 138 data centres.
Publication: ET Insights
Data centres energy use doubles every four years: Western Digital Khalid Waniedit
Data centres are significant energy consumers, using about 2% of the world s power and emitting carbon dioxide equivalent to the airline industry.
Publication: The Financial Express
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