Google claims to have entered a parallel universe
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Willow gets own multiverse

Search engine outfit Google has boldly claimed that its latest quantum chip, Willow, might be tapping into parallel universes to achieve its jaw-dropping performance.

Google's Gemini 2.0 released
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Search engine wants to remain in the game

In a move that screams “we’re still relevant,” Google has rolled out Gemini 2.0, the latest iteration of its multimodal AI model, almost exactly a year after the original Gemini debut.

Troubled Chipzilla contemplates spinning off manufacturing
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Cutting bits off 

Intel, which built its reputation on being both designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge chips, openly admits that its manufacturing arm might be put on the chopping block.

Cybersecurity pros get an early Christmas gift from Microsoft
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Vole gives a manageable patch Tuesday

In a rare show of seasonal goodwill, software king of the world Microsoft appears to have played Santa Claus to cybersecurity professionals this December, delivering a Patch Tuesday that’s more “calm winter’s evening” than a “frenzied snowstorm.”

AMD declares victory in energy efficiency race
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Close to 30 times increase

Chipmaker AMD has proudly announced that it has almost achieved its lofty goal of a 30-times increase in energy efficiency for its EPYC processors and Instinct accelerators—a full year ahead of its self-imposed 2025 deadline.