AMD specific news
India at the core of every AMD product, says Jaya Jagadish (Proactive)edit
Jaya Jagadish, Country Head and SVP of Silicon Design Engineering at AMD India, talks to businessline about the company’s 20-year journey in India, its growth into a key player in the global semiconductor ecosystem, and the evolution of local talent.
Publication: The Hindu Business Line
AMD Redefines Business Productivity with Third-Gen Ryzen™ AI PRO Processors: Powering the Future of Advanced AI Computingedit
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) has launched its third-generation commercial AI mobile processors, the Ryzen™ AI PRO 300 Series, designed to revolutionize business productivity. These processors introduce enhanced Copilot+ features, including real-time live captioning, seamless language translation for conference calls, and AI-powered image generation, setting a new benchmark for enterprise computing.
Publication: Business Standard
AMD Adrenaline Edition 24.12.1 Released With AI Development (Proactive)edit
AMD has released its Adrenaline Edition 24.12.1 update for Radeon graphic cards. It brings support for new games and improved HYPR-Tune compatibility. AMD’s Radeon GPUs can now also be used for developing AI programs and writing codes for graphic development.
Publication: My Smart Price
AMD Unveils Adrenalin Edition 24.12.1: A Game Changer for Gamers and Developers (Proactive)edit
From expanded game support to advanced AI development capabilities, this update is a must have for anyone looking to unlock the full potential of their AMD hardware.
Publication: Technosports
AMD CES 2025 Event: RDNA 4 GPUs, Strix Halo APUs & Moreedit
On the mobile front, AMD is said to be prepping next-gen Strix Halo and Krackan Point APUs, but AMD is still reportedly rethinking its laptop game.
Publication: Technosports
AMD ITL CUP 2024 Set to Unite The IT Channel Community in Mumbaiedit
AMD is proud to announce the highly anticipated Season 4 of the AMD ITL Cup 2024, one of the most awaited and exciting cricket tournaments in the IT channel community. Powered by Lenovo, this prestigious event is set to bring together the leaders and channel partners of India’s dynamic IT industry for five days of intense cricket action, networking, and business camaraderie.
Publication: Digital Terminal
AMD brand mentions
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: Best settings for Radeon RX 6750 GRE and Radeon RX 6750 XTedit
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is currently out on early access for Premium Edition buyers and will be available for all users on December 9, 2024. Users of AMD GPUs like Radeon RX 6750 GRE and Radeon RX 6750 XT are in for a treat.
Publication: Sportskeeda
Competition in news
Wipro announces collaboration with SIAM.AIedit
Wipro announced a collaboration with SIAM.AI, a member of the NVIDIA Cloud Partner program in Thailand.
Publication: Business Standard
This next generation GPU chip from Nvidia could boost the company s revenue by 30% and decimate competition; here’s everything about the chipedit
The launch of the GPU will be a way to boost these earnings, and also decimate the competition from other rival organizations, who are looking to launch superior quality GPUs, in order to keep Nvidia from consuming the entire market after the launch of their latest product.
Publication: The Economic Times
Lessons for India from Intel’s downturnedit
Silicon Valley thrives on disruption. It’s a place where young upstarts topple established giants, and yesterday’s revolutionaries become today’s dinosaurs. But even in this land of constant change, there’s a sense of melancholy in the air as Intel, the once-unquestioned king of chips, stumbles towards an uncertain future.
Publication: Hindustan Times
MSI confirms Intel Lunar Lake-powered Claw gaming handhelds: Launch timeline and prices revealededit
This portable gaming powerhouses are designed to deliver exceptional performance in a compact form, promising cutting-edge features for enthusiasts on the go.
Publication: Sportskeeda
How Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is avoiding $8 billion in taxes on inheritance: Reportedit
However, Huang is not alone in doing this. Others include Blackstone Group’s Stephen A. Schwarzman, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg and top executives at Google, Coinbase, Eli Lilly, Mastercard and Advanced Micro Devices, the report read.
Publication: Hindustan Times
Intel bets on digital transformation, local manufacturing for India growthedit
Despite ceding market share to Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Intel continued to lead the data centre processors segment with a market share of 70.8%, according to a 27 February report by Counterpoint.
Publication: Live Mint
Apple Plans Cellular Modem Rollout in a Bid to Top Qualcommedit
Apple is preparing to finally bring one of its most ambitious projects to market: a series of cellular modem chips that will replace components from longtime partner and adversary Qualcomm .
Publication: The Economic Times
The AI Trackeredit
Named Fugatto (short for Foundational Generative Audio Transformer Opus 1), this new generative Al model can create any combination of music, voices and sounds with text and audio inputs. It shared one such video of the output recently on X and said that some music, sounds, and the voice of its CEO Jensen Huang used were Al-generated.
Publication: The Financial Express
Partner in news
We Plan to Produce 7075% of Our Products in India by The Next Financial Quarteredit
Sanjeev: Acer has set an ambitious growth trajectory for the current financial year, with the goal of becoming India s second largest PC manufacturer, targeting a market share of 1820%
Publication: Digital Terminal
Lenovo Ideapad Slim 5x Review: The GoTo Laptop for LongLasting Productivityedit
If you’re considering a laptop that combines portability, exceptional battery life, and a touch of AI powered features, the Lenovo Ideapad Slim 5x might catch your eye.
Publication: Gizbot
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 Review: Strong performance and battery, with a few quirksedit
In a world where portability meets power, the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 promises to do it allwhether you re tackling work, unwinding with a movie, or getting creative. But like any sleek device, there are a few quirks to learn before it can truly earn its spot in your bag.
Publication: Qrius
ASUS ExpertBook B5 Review? This business laptop prioritises function over formedit
The laptop arrives with Windows 11 Pro, offering enterprise-grade features like BitLocker encryption. ASUS adds several apps for business, including MyASUS for system checks and ASUS Business Manager for extra security. The laptop also comes with the usual AI bells and whistles baked into Windows 11.
Publication: Qrius
Samsung and IIIT Bangalore Launch Chip Design for High School Programmeedit
This is the right opportunity to enable our country to leap towards greater innovations in the semiconductor space This programme is launched to make an impact on the talented youth of our country and make them future ready through mentorship and hands on experience.
Publication: Digital Terminal
Asus Vivobook S 14 review: 20 hour battery life with nice performanceedit
With Cinebench R20 multi-thread score of 4115, this laptop is right in line with other Lunar Lake CPUs but much slower than AMD Ryzen AI 300 and Intel Meteor Lake chips in this workload. (Of course, this machine’s battery life is much longer than machines with those CPUs!)
Publication: PC World
7 best Laptops for Path of Exile 2edit
The Acer Nitro V features a 15.6inch Full HD display along with a 144Hz refresh rate for a smooth visual experience. Juiced by an AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series processor and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, it can handle the game effortlessly.
Publication: Sportskeeda
Industry news
LTSCT: Pioneering India s Semiconductor Vision Global Positioning, Innovation, and Industry Transformationedit
CXO Today has engaged in an exclusive interview with Sandeep Kumar, CEO, L&T Semiconductor Technologies Ltd. L&T Semiconductor Technologies Ltd. (LTSCT) is focusing on building intellectual property and creating a significant footprint in the semiconductor space. What is the long-term vision for the company, and how does it plan to position itself globally in the semiconductor value chain.
Publication: CXO Today
India’s gaming set to reach $9.2 billion with rising ARPU in Web3 gamingedit
India’s gaming industry is set to reach $9.2 billion over the next five years, with Web3 gaming emerging as a key contributor driven by higher average revenue per user (ARPU), according to a report by blockchain technology investor Hashed Emergent.
Publication: The Times of India
India, Japan, Taiwan can create something potentially important in chip sector: EAM Jaishankaredit
As the demand for semiconductors surges globally, the coming together of India and Japan and Taiwan can herald something potentially important that could reshape the geopolitical dynamics in the global chip industry, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Friday.
Publication: Zee Biz
Evaluating India s PLI scheme for semiconductorsedit
The PLI scheme is the government s preferred policy tool to boost India s manufacturing capabilities by providing incentives based on incremental output. Currently, this scheme is applied across 14 sectors of the Indian economy.
Publication: ORF Online
CM Chandrababu Naidu envisions Andhra Pradesh as global knowledge hubedit
Speaking as the chief guest at the Deep Tech Innovation Conclave in Vizag, he highlighted the contribution of Telugu-speaking professionals, accounting for 30% of Indian IT experts abroad.
Publication: The New Indian Express
China escalates tech trade war, bans exports of key materialsedit
The move, announced by China’s Commerce Ministry on Tuesday, targets gallium, germanium, antimony, and other minerals vital to manufacturing advanced semiconductors and defense equipment. The decision deepens tensions in the escalating tech trade war between the world’s two largest economies, with both sides citing national security concerns.
Publication: The Times of India
Assam Semiconductor Conclave 2024 champions tech & industrial growthedit
The Assam Semiconductor Conclave 2024, was held on Friday at the Kar Bhawan. Organized by the Industrial Development Corporation Ltd and the Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprise Department of Government of Assam, the event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, semiconductor supply chain vendors, and experts to explore advancements and opportunities in the sector.
Publication: Assam Tribune
AI/ML and analytics most in-demand roles: Nasscom and Indeed reportedit
Expertise in AI/ML (artificial intelligence and machine learning) and data analytics continue to dominate the list of in-demand tech roles in India, according to a report by Indeed and IT industry body Nasscom.
Publication: The Economic Times
Beginnings of something potentially important : EAM on semiconductor alliance between India and Japanedit
Highlighting the possibility for semiconductor collaboration between India and Japan, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday that he was seeing the beginnings of something potentially important that could reshape global geopolitical dynamics.
Publication: The Indian Express
How cloud computing is enabling innovation in India s automotive industryedit
With increased operational efficiency and greater innovation, cloud platforms are enabling the industry to embrace solutions that are more agile, scale able than traditional IT infrastructure to address modern challenges such as cybersecurity and data management.
Publication: Auto Car Pro
Balancing Innovation & Regulation: Priyank Kharge s Vision For Gaming, Crypto, And Data Privacyedit
He pointed out that various types of online games are contributing significantly to government revenue but are burdened with retrospective charges that amount to crores Kharge mentioned that he had made recommendations to address these issues and was not solely placing the responsibility on the central government.
Publication: Business Today
TSMC Hits 60% Yield on 2nm Chip Trial Production: A Game-Changer in Semiconductor Innovationedit
In a groundbreaking development, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has successfully completed the trial production of its highly anticipated 2nm N2 chips, achieving an impressive 60% yield rate.
Publication: Udaipur Kiran
Skill India’s new platform to train senior citizensedit
The Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) – an initiative by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship – has enrolled 4,799 senior learners in 32 states and UTs (across 505 districts) and is offering them courses in ML, AI, and big data, Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, National Skill Development Corporation, and MD, NSDC International, told FE.
Publication: The Financial Express
IT innovation for India’s growth: Adapting in a volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous worldedit
IT is no longer confined to the tech industry; it is a general-purpose technology that permeates all sectors, contributing to economic growth, efficiency, and sustainability.
Publication: The Economic Times
Interview l ‘Into the next phase of AI maturity’edit
The cost of running AI is going down and will go further down. So, we truly believe that AI will democratise more and more, and with the advent of small language models (SLMs) which have been trained by synthetic data of large language models. Typically, SLMs are easier to use, more flexible, cheaper, can be run locally on edge devices, even on your smart phones.
Publication: The Financial Express
Bridge Data Centres appoints Datuk Ts. Mahadhir Aziz as its new Vice President,edit
In a recent post on LinkedIn, Datuk Ts. Mahadhir Aziz announced that he will be joining the Southeast Asia data centre service provider Bridge Data Centres as its new Vice President.
Publication: ET CIO
Assam s Skill Revolution Prioritizes Industry Partnerships, ITIs, Job Creationedit
Additional Chief Secretary for Skill, Employment & Entrepreneurship Department (SEED) B. Kalyan Chakravarthy recently spoke to Business North East (BNE) regarding Assam s ambitious plans to transform its workforce through skill development initiatives.
Publication: Business-northeast
Semiconductor exports raise by 18%edit
The semiconductor imports in India rose 18.5 per cent to Rs 1.71 lakh crore in 2023-24, Parliament was informed on Friday.
Publication: Vijaya Karnataka
AI helping in early cancer detection via genomics solutions, data analyticsedit
Indian hospitals are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cancer care which aids in early detection, diagnosis accuracy, personalised treatments, and patient outcomes, according to experts Bengaluru based Strand Life Sciences, a Reliance Industries subsidiary, partnered with Agilent, Celemics, and SOPHiA Genetics to enhance cancer care through AI.
Publication: Business Standard
Prepare for growing electricity demand from data centres’edit
The IEA conference was attended by ministers and high-level government officials from about 25 countries, such as Brazil, Canada, France, India, Japan, Singapore, the UK and the US. CEOs and senior executives from companies were also in attendance, with representatives from Amazon Web Services, Google, Hitachi Energy, Iberdrola, Infosys, Meta, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Schneider Electric sharing insights during sessions.
Publication: The Hindu Business Line
Future workplace: A holy trinity of AI, analytics & cloudedit
In parallel, the gig economy is expanding, with 35% of the current and future workforce expressing willingness to take up gig opportunities, up from 23% and 28%, respectively, the previous year. Generative AI, automation, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and data engineering are among the skills driving demand for gig roles in technology.
Publication: The Financial Express
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