As artificial intelligence (AI) systems strain existing computing infrastructure, a new generation of startups is emerging to address fundamental hardware limitations. At Computex Taipei 2025, four companies showcased early-stage technologies targeting specific bottlenecks, though significant technical and commercial hurdles remain.

In a sweeping crackdown on international students, US President Donald Trump has barred Harvard University from admitting foreign students—a policy likely to extend to other major US universities. Simultaneously, all US embassies and consulates worldwide have been instructed to immediately halt new student visa interviews while plans are underway to intensify social media scrutiny of visa applicants.

Samsung Foundry has boosted utilization with fresh 7nm and 8nm chip orders from Nintendo and multiple AI chipmakers. Yet its persistent setbacks at the 3nm node continue to spotlight serious cracks in its advanced process competitiveness. After a long dry spell, Samsung’s foundry unit is generating some positive buzz with its 3nm Exynos 2500 chip slated for the next Galaxy foldables, alongside a gaming system-on-chip reportedly secured for Nintendo.

The TCL C9K is the top series of TCL QD-Mini LED TVs for 2025. It is already available for purchase in Europe and includes three models. Below we list their respective specifications and prices: TCL 85C9K – specifications; EUR 3499 TCL 75C9K – specifications; EUR 2999 TCL 65C9K – specifications; EUR 1099 The TCL C9K builds upon the achievements of the TCL C8K series as it adds more dimming zones…