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Hardware Industry

AMD Zen 6 could hit 7 GHz and 24 cores in desktop CPUs

Zen 6 leaks hint at higher core counts, faster clocks, and AM5 compatibility
Rumor mill: As AMD preps its upcoming Zen 6 architecture, independent reports from industry insiders are shedding light on what users can expect from the next generation of Ryzen desktop processors. Two prominent sources – Yuri Bubily, known in the enthusiast community as 1usmus, and techtuber Moore's Law Is Dead – have independently shared details that paint a picture of a chip generation focused on incremental yet meaningful improvements.
Full story By Skye Jacobs, 19 comments
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Industry Security

Former ASML and NXP engineer jailed for leaking chipmaking secrets to Russia

Crime doesn't pay
In context: As tensions rise over semiconductor dominance, intellectual property tied to chip manufacturing has become a prime target for espionage. Companies like ASML and NXP sit at the center of this strategic tech battleground, making any breach not just a corporate concern but a geopolitical one. A recent case in the Netherlands highlights just how far some actors are willing to go to access this sensitive technology.
Full story By Alfonso Maruccia,
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Gaming Software

Stardew Valley is now the highest-rated game on Steam

Farming sim maintains near-perfect rating from almost 1 million reviews
Why it matters: As a foundational title in the "cozy game" subgenre, Stardew Valley has remained one of the most successful indie games for much of the past decade. With Steam player counts higher than ever over the past year, Eric Barone's pixel art farming simulator now also holds the highest user rating on the platform.
Full story By Daniel Sims, 12 comments
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