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Apple Discontinues iPhone SE and iPhone 14 in EU Markets Over USB-C Mandate
Apple has halted sales of Lightning port-equipped iPhones across EU markets following new charging port regulations. The move affects iPhone SE and iPhone 14 models, while the USB-C compatible iPhone 15 series remains available.
EU Mandates Universal USB-C Charging: A New Era for Electronic Devices
Starting December 2023, all new electronic devices sold in the EU must feature USB-C charging ports, marking a significant shift toward standardization. The regulation aims to reduce e-waste and save consumers millions while affecting everything from smartphones to laptops.
Tech Giants Turn to Nuclear Power to Fuel AI and Cloud Computing Growth
Major technology companies are making strategic investments in nuclear power to meet the surging energy demands of AI and data centers. This shift represents a significant change in the industry's approach to powering digital infrastructure while maintaining environmental commitments.
TSMC's Arizona Plant to Spearhead US Advanced Chip Manufacturing Renaissance
TSMC's upcoming Phoenix facility marks a pivotal shift in semiconductor manufacturing, bringing cutting-edge 4nm chip production to US soil by 2025. Backed by $6.6B in CHIPS Act funding, this milestone project aims to reduce dependence on Taiwan-based manufacturing.
Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Completes Critical Engine Test, Secures Launch License
Blue Origin achieves a major milestone with a successful 24-second engine test of its massive New Glenn rocket, while simultaneously obtaining FAA launch approval. The development marks the final step before the vehicle's first orbital launch attempt, positioning the company to join the elite ranks of heavy-lift orbital launch providers.
TSMC Launches Historic Japanese Chip Factory with Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
TSMC begins mass production at its groundbreaking $8.27 billion semiconductor facility in Kumamoto, Japan, marking its first major overseas expansion in decades. The plant will produce chips for automotive and consumer electronics using multiple process technologies, with plans for a second fab already in motion.
Apple's New 6-inch Smart Display Aims to Revolutionize Home Automation with Advanced AI
Apple prepares to launch a compact yet powerful 6-inch smart home display that seamlessly integrates with HomeKit and features enhanced AI capabilities. The device combines sophisticated automation controls, natural Siri interactions, and stringent privacy measures while serving as a central hub for the connected home.
NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs Face Extended Testing Times Due to Complex Architecture
NVIDIA's latest Blackwell GPUs require 3-4 times longer testing periods compared to previous Hopper generation, due to sophisticated dual compute chiplets and HBM3E memory design. The extended validation process reflects increasing complexity in modern AI accelerators and data center processors.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe Sets Record with Closest-Ever Solar Approach
NASA's Parker Solar Probe achieved a historic milestone by passing just 3.8 million miles from the Sun's surface, marking the closest any human-made object has come to our star. Operating at 430,000 mph and enduring extreme temperatures, the probe continues gathering crucial data about solar phenomena and their effects on Earth.