🔩 Hardware: MediaTek Targets 2 nm SoC Tape-Out at TSMC in September
MediaTek confirmed its first 2 nm system-on-chip will tape-out at TSMC this September. This leap should deliver standout performance and efficiency gains for next-gen smartphones and ultra-portable devices.
Serif just released Affinity Photo 2.6, packing a brand-new AI-driven Selection Brush that auto-detects complex edges—hair, foliage, you name it—so designers can mask subjects in a single swipe.
🎮 Gaming: CD Projekt Green-Lights “Cyberpunk 2” Pre-Production
CD Projekt confirmed “Cyberpunk 2” is officially in pre-production, with a core team of 96 devs. Riding on Phantom Liberty’s success, the studio is already mapping out the next chapter in Night City.
Meta has made Llama 3 freely available under an open-source license, giving researchers and startups unfettered access to one of the most powerful large language models yet. Expect a surge in community-driven tweaks, fine-tuning experiments, and novel AI applications built on top of Llama 3’s capabilities.
WhatsApp now lets you send photos and videos that disappear immediately after they’re viewed—no more lurking screenshots or cluttered chat threads. The feature rolls out worldwide, giving users a lightweight, privacy-focused way to share fleeting moments.
GitHub Codespaces now offers a self-hosted option, letting teams run dev environments on their own infrastructure. This ensures sensitive code never leaves your network and provides full control over compute resources and security policies.
🖥️ Server: Nutanix Unveils Edge AI Appliance
Nutanix today launched a compact edge appliance designed for AI inference at the network edge. With built-in GPU acceleration and simplified management, it brings real-time AI insights closer to where data is generated—in factory floors, retail outlets, and remote sites.
🔩 Hardware: TSMC Hits 2 nm Production Milestone
TSMC announced it has begun risk production of 2 nm chips, paving the way for next-gen mobile SoCs and ultra-efficient HPC processors. Early partners will soon test silicon that promises up to 20% faster performance and significant power savings.
Serif upgraded Affinity Photo with a new AI-driven “Selection Brush” that automatically detects and masks complex subjects—hair, edges, and all—in a single stroke. Designers can now isolate elements in seconds instead of minutes, speeding up creative workflows.
Ubisoft has announced a limited beta for Assassin’s Creed Infinity starting July 1, inviting fans to explore its evolving hub world and test new live-service features. Sign-ups open today—early adopters will shape the game’s roadmap with their feedback.
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