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Remember AMI BIOS? Turns out there's a buried treasure in firmware

The big picture: Firmware is one of those obscure areas of computing that is simultaneously critical yet largely ignored. Not coincidentally, we have been doing a lot of work lately digging around such dark corners of the industry. Despite the ubiquitous nature of firmware, almost no one talks about it much.

Intel explores $5 billion investment offer from Apollo amid market decline

Data centers are wasting energy by running processors at full speed

Qualcomm has approached Intel with an acquisition offer

What just happened? It is no secret that Intel is struggling. The tech giant's stock price has plummeted in recent years, making it a viable takeover target. An offer from Qualcomm is now on the table, and if it materializes, it could significantly alter the semiconductor industry's trajectory. But first, the companies will have to pick their way through a minefield of financial, regulatory, and strategic considerations.

Oracle-backed Ampere explores sale amid shifting semiconductor landscape

Oversupply in the EV market drives down prices as automakers revise their production outlook

Why it matters: The EV market is at a critical juncture as automakers revise production goals citing softening demand even though research still points towards long-term growth. Now is an ideal time for consumers to consider making the switch to EVs while manufacturers must adapt quickly to a changing market and still maintain a long-term vision for electrification.

Google's advertising monopoly is threatening the future of the open web

Tech job seekers face hard times as industry resets

T-Mobile's AI efforts aim to make 5G interesting again

PKfail security flaw is far more extensive than initially thought

Facepalm: Binarly analysts have issued a new warning just a couple of months after unveiling a security issue related to compromised platform keys used to enforce Secure Boot protection. The PKfail problem affects a significantly larger pool of devices and brands, and is not limited to firmware products developed by AMI.

Ricoh lays off 2,000 employees due to shrinking demand for office printers

Electric cars outnumber petrol vehicles in Norway, a global first

High-end cameras make epic comeback despite smartphone ubiquity

Intel splits its struggling foundry division into an independent subsidiary

Laptop makers complain about AMD neglecting them, favoring data center clients

Amazon cracks down on remote work, wants butts in office seats five days a week

USPS rolls out EVs and charging infrastructure as part of $40 billion modernization plan

Intel tried but failed to secure $30 billion PlayStation 6 contract

Biden considers closing "loophole" allowing duty-free shipments from Shein and Temu

The U.S. government is encouraging the likes of Nvidia and Apple to tap Intel foundry for AI chip needs

With 2nm yields at 10-20%, Samsung delays production at Texas plant

Faster and cheaper SSDs may be coming as Samsung's 280-layer QLC NAND hits mass production

Dell will continue to reduce its workforce amid push to focus on AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang addresses "emotional" customer reactions amid product shortages

Six months later, Intel is still waiting for $8.5 billion Chips Act disbursement

The big picture: It's been nearly six months since Intel was chosen to receive a significant chunk of funding from the landmark Chips and Science Act, but the chipmaker has yet received a dime. Some close to the situation are now wondering when – or if – Intel will ever see the money.