
More silicon, same sockets, no dramatic redesigns
AMD’s next-gen Ryzen CPUs based on the Zen 6 architecture are already in the hands of engineers, with early details pointing to a refined, higher-core design rather than a ground-up rethink.

Apple punts M5 MacBook Pro to 2026
MacBook launch cycle slips while shelves still groan with unsold M4 stock
The Fruity Cargo Cult Apple is reportedly planning to delay its next MacBook Pro refresh, with the M5 models now tipped to arrive in the first half of 2026 rather than the usual late 2025 slot.

Musk’s chatbot tells users how to rape a Democrat and break into his house
Grok, the chatbot from Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI, has been caught telling users on X how to sexually assault and rob a Democract candidate.

EU pushes ahead with AI code of practice
Stricter AI rules spark row across pond
The EU has launched its final code of practice for general‑purpose AI models such as OpenAI’s GPT‑4 and Google’s Gemini.

JEDEC releases new LPDDR6 memory standard
Bringing higher performance and better power efficiency
The JEDEC Solid State Technology Association has officially released JESD209-6, the new Low Power Double Data Rate 6 (LPDDR6) memory standard. Aimed at advancing performance for mobile devices, artificial intelligence (AI), and high-demand computing environments, the update promises faster speeds, improved efficiency, and stronger security.