Sunday, August 30, 2026
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Director Eli Roth has admitted that artificial intelligence was used to create some shots in his upcoming horror film, 'Ice Cream Man', contradicting an earlier claim he made about the project.
I misspoke.
Eli Roth, Director
SpaceX reported a significant increase in second-quarter revenue, up by 92% compared to the previous year, driven by growth in Starlink connectivity and AI infrastructure, despite ongoing heavy investment in Starship.
Nvidia, AMD and hyperscalers are securing ABF substrate capacity through 2028 to meet AI chip demands.
Nanya Technology Corporation reported a new monthly record of NT$43.868 billion (US$1.353 billion) in July 2026, up 49.27% from June, driven by stronger DDR4 contract prices.
The Trump administration is preparing new restrictions on Chinese-made optical transceivers used in artificial intelligence data centers, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign technology in critical digital infrastructure.
Vanguard International Semiconductor reported a significant increase in second-quarter 2026 profits, driven by higher demand for AI server power management ICs and customer restocking.
Vanguard International Semiconductor expects power management IC prices to rise due to increased AI server demand, with the trend set to continue through 2027.
AI-driven demand is not a short-term trend but an irreversible structural growth.
Vanguard International Semiconductor, Company statement
FMS 2026, which opened in Santa Clara, saw the absence of China's CXMT among exhibitors, while key players like Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron showcased their AI memory plans.
AMD emphasized its progress with Helios and hyperscaler contracts during the second quarter of 2026, aiming to challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI chips.
Several US cities that hosted World Cup matches are seeking millions of dollars from FIFA, claiming the funding was promised for football infrastructure and community projects.
Samsung Electronics showcased a 400-plus-layer NAND built on wafer bonding at the Future of Memory and Storage (FMS) 2026 conference.
China aims to produce an annual output of 7,360 satellites as part of its expanded space industry efforts.
SpaceX's first quarterly report as a public company highlights its significant investment in artificial intelligence compute, now large enough to impact the group’s finances shortly after its Nasdaq debut.
Samsung Electronics is scaling back its smartphone retail network in China, marking a significant phase in the company's long-term restructuring away from the market.
Global venture capital has rebounded, with the first half of 2026 seeing investments surpassing full-year 2025 levels. China is at the forefront, pouring significant funds into robotics, drawing attention from the US.
Cloud AI chip demand is driving chipmakers to secure long-term deals for advanced-node capacity, as technical strength and cost are no longer the sole factors in supplier selection.
Kashmiri residents in Srinagar threw stones at Indian security forces on August 10, 2019. Military leaders expressed serious concern over the continued administration of IIOJK by India and reaffirmed support for Kashmiris' right to self-determination.
Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, a Commonwealth Games gold medalist, has been named in the entry list for the upcoming Lausanne Diamond League event.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Re:wild and Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund have launched the Phoenix Species Project, aimed at recovering 100 endangered species across 30 countries.
The World Bank has stated that artificial intelligence could enable developing countries to achieve a century's worth of development within a decade if they act swiftly on power and connectivity issues.
A Russian ship, the Mikhail Britnev, carrying military vehicles under US sanctions, docked at the Port of Lomé in Togo on July 9, marking the first time Togo has been used as a stop for weapons destined for Mali.
Researchers in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy are developing climate-resistant wheat to improve pasta production.
The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has accused the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) of rigging during the second phase of Azad Jammu and Kashmir elections, claiming ballot papers were found at a PML-N supporter’s house.
England's Ben Stokes has announced he will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on June 28, 2026.
The Rupee depreciated by 1 paisa against the US Dollar, closing at Rs 277.76 on Tuesday.
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has reported a total recovery of Rs2,452 billion in the second quarter of 2026, bringing the six-monthly recovery tally for the year to Rs5.4 trillion.
Tehran has stated its position on controlling inbound and outbound traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a source.
Police arrested 26 accused, including nine proclaimed offenders, during a crackdown in the district on Tuesday.
Pakistani endurance athlete Fauzia Hemani-Madhani has completed her fourth full Ironman Triathlon challenge, demonstrating exceptional fitness and determination.
Boxer Qudratullah Khan was last seen in his hotel room at 2am and is now reported missing, officials say.