The traditional BIOS that powered PCs for decades has been completely replaced by UEFI firmware since around 2012. Despite the technical upgrade, most people still call it “BIOS” out of habit. The modern UEFI system enables faster boot times, better security, and support for today’s massive storage
vivo just announced the exact launch date for its X300 series in India. Both phones arrive December 2 at 12 PM IST with multiple color options and a special camera accessory.
X has officially launched its Chat platform, replacing basic DMs with encrypted messaging, video calling, and file sharing. The rollout is happening now on iOS and web, with Android coming soon. However, the encryption comes with significant limitations and security warnings.
Smartphone manufacturers are hitting a major cost wall as memory suppliers prioritize data center clients. Xiaomi, OPPO, and Vivo have reportedly stopped purchasing memory chips due to drastic price increases. This could mean either higher phone prices or lower specifications for consumers.
Residential electricity bills jumped 6% nationwide in August compared to last year, but states with heavy data center concentration saw much higher increases. Virginia, Illinois, and Ohio experienced price surges between 12-16% as AI data centers consume massive power equivalent to entire cities.
The edge computing and IoT landscape is getting crowded with innovative newcomers. CRN has identified four standout startups founded in 2019 or later that solution providers should have on their radar for 2025.
Researchers have discovered what appears to be the first fully automated AI-driven hacking campaign. The operation was linked to Chinese government actors and represents a significant escalation in cyber warfare capabilities.
Adobe’s stock has taken a beating, trading nearly 40% below its 12-month high. Yet the company’s revenue continues growing, margins remain strong, and AI-driven recurring revenue just hit $5 billion. This might be more opportunity than warning sign.
Payment tech company Pine Labs saw its shares jump 14% on debut despite a lowered valuation. The company, backed by PayPal and Mastercard, is now expanding beyond India into 20 global markets.
The AI revolution is colliding with physical constraints that could cost $7 trillion in data center investments by 2030. Meanwhile, companies struggle to move beyond “pilot purgatory” and achieve real ROI from their AI experiments. The energy demands are staggering – potentially adding 100 GW of ele
