A new DIY Steam Machine build is making waves online after a YouTube creator demonstrated how a defective PlayStation 5 chip can be repurposed to run modern games smoothly. The setup, featured on the ETA Prime channel, uses a discarded mining board built around a B-grade PS5 system-on-chip with some components disabled. The creator transformed…
A recent study by CodeRabbit has revealed that human developers continue to outperform AI in writing accurate and secure code, despite the growing adoption of AI-assisted programming tools. The analysis shows that while AI can boost productivity, it also introduces significantly more errors, raising concerns about code quality and review efficiency. According to CodeRabbit’s findings,…
Xiaomi has officially confirmed that its highly anticipated flagship, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, is set to launch in China next week. The announcement ends weeks of speculation and rumor surrounding the release, fueling excitement among tech enthusiasts and smartphone users worldwide. While the company has not provided an exact date, the confirmation aligns with earlier…
German digital bank N26 has once again come under regulatory pressure after financial watchdog BaFin imposed a new set of restrictions, citing serious operational weaknesses. The move marks the latest challenge for the online lender, which has been under scrutiny for several years. According to BaFin, a special audit conducted last year uncovered major deficiencies…
Meta has postponed the launch of its upcoming mixed reality glasses, code-named Phoenix, moving the release window from late 2026 to the first half of 2027. The revised timeline reflects a broader shift in strategy within the company’s hardware division, as leadership prioritises stability, performance and long-term sustainability over rapid releases. Business Insider reported that…
OpenAI has taken a significant step toward expanding its global infrastructure footprint by striking an agreement with Australian data centre operator NextDC to develop a large-scale artificial intelligence facility in western Sydney. The Brisbane-headquartered firm confirmed it has signed a memorandum of understanding with OpenAI to jointly create an advanced AI campus featuring a high-density…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced a temporary suspension of its mobile device registration service this weekend, citing planned system maintenance by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The disruption will affect the Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS), which handles verification and registration of mobile devices entering Pakistan. According to the notice,…
Chinese tech companies are accelerating efforts to expand into global markets as demand for smart glasses surges, fuelled by rapid advances in artificial intelligence and growing interest in wearable technology. Once a niche product with limited mainstream appeal, smart eyewear is now experiencing renewed momentum, with China emerging as one of the most competitive battlegrounds.…
Vivo may be preparing a major shake-up in the smartphone market with a new device reportedly packing a massive 7,000mAh battery. According to a leak circulating in China, the phone, expected to be named the vivo X300s, is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2026. If accurate, the device would arrive between January…
Pakistan has outlined an ambitious national plan to accelerate the adoption of clean transportation by establishing 3,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country by 2030. The initiative marks one of the most significant steps taken toward building large-scale EV infrastructure in Pakistan. According to an official document shared with the Associated Press of…