Air-gapped clouds fill a weird niche. Here’s what you need to know
Air-gapped cloud solutions are gaining traction amidst security concerns Likely first adopters include verticals such as the military, medical and financial segments Though not connected to the internet, air-gapped clouds can still provide AI capabilities What good is cloud infrastructure...
Here’s what analysts think about the Intel layoffs
Intel said it is laying off about 15% of its workforce Most of the cuts will be made by the end of 2024 The move to stop “non-essential work” comes after the company posted a $1.6B loss Cloud providers may...
Data center operators want to run chips at higher temps. Here’s why.
Higher-power chips are generating more heat, increasing cooling needs Data center operators want chip designers to let them run chips at higher temperatures to balance sustainability needs The ecosystem conversation is slowly evolving to prioritize not just performance but also...
Here’s how utilities are thinking about nuclear power for data centers
Utilities are eyeing small modular reactors as a way to boost grid capacity in the face of rising demand from data centers and industry SMRs offer greater siting flexibility than traditional nuclear plants but still have stringent permitting requirements Most...
Apple iPhone upgrade program: Here’s how it works
Apple’s brand-new iPhone 15 and Plus models and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are currently available for preorder (and they’ll be hitting stores Sept. 22). If you like to switch out your iPhone as new models emerge each year,...
Here’s the One Amazon Prime Feature You Can’t Live Without in 2023
This story is part of 12 Days of Tips, helping you make the most of your tech, home and health during the holiday season. For many of us, using Amazon to buy what we want has become second nature. I...