China’s AI ‘Fast Follower’ Fuels Trump Ban Reversal Fears

The remarkable achievement of DeepSeek has sparked excitement among users, causing it to surpass ChatGPT as the most downloaded free AI app on Apple’s U.S. App Store. Yet, Helen Toner, a former board member at OpenAI, believes that for DeepSeek to reach its full potential and possibly rule the roost in this field, the strict export regulations on advanced AI chips imposed by the Biden administration in 2023, which restrict shipments to China, may need to be lifted.

Business Surface PCs with Intel: Shockingly Expensive

As a tech enthusiast, I’m excited to share that the upcoming Surface PCs powered by Intel will coexist with the ones powered by Snapdragon. However, unlike their counterparts, these Intel-powered devices will only be accessible through Microsoft’s business storefront and commercial channels. So, if you’re a commercial customer, keep an eye out for these high-performance machines, but don’t expect to find them on retailers like Amazon or Best Buy.

Microsoft’s New USB4 Dock: Smaller, Cheaper, and Perfect for Your Setup!

Instead of getting confused with the Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock, opt for the freshly introduced Surface USB4 Dock that retails at an affordable $199, which is $100 less than its predecessor. Unlike the Thunderbolt 4 Dock, the new USB4 Dock comes in a compact size but offers fewer ports; it has only two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, an HDMI port, and an Ethernet jack.

The Best Pre-Built RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 Gaming PCs

For those who find themselves drawn to these cutting-edge GPUs, it’s especially captivating if your existing hardware is a couple of years or more outdated. If you’ve missed out on securing a new GPU at launch or in the weeks following, the wait can become unbearable. To cater to this impatience, I’ve compiled a list of pre-built gaming PCs equipped with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080.