NVIDIA Delivers an AI Supercomputer in Your Pocket
Tencent faced scrutiny as the U.S. designated it a "Chinese military company," causing market impacts. Nvidia launched Project Digits, a $3,000 AI supercomputer, at CES 2025. Sony announced Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 film adaptations, alongside a Ghost of Tsushima anime. In esports, Max Level partnered with S8UL and 8Bit Creatives to boost India’s gaming presence globally.
Tencent Designated as 'Chinese Military Company' by U.S., Denies Allegations and Faces Market Impact
The U.S. Department of Defense has added Chinese tech giants Tencent Holdings and CATL to its list of "Chinese military companies," alleging ties to China's military. This designation does not impose immediate legal restrictions but serves as a warning to U.S. entities about potential risks in conducting business with these firms. Following the announcement, Tencent's shares fell by 7% in Hong Kong trading. The Chinese embassy in Washington has opposed the move, urging the U.S. to correct its "discriminatory practices." Tencent, known for owning Riot Games and holding significant investments in Epic Games, Larian Studios, and FromSoftware, has denied any military affiliations, calling the designation "a mistake," and plans to seek its removal from the list.
Nvidia Unveils Affordable AI Supercomputer for Developers
At CES 2025, Nvidia introduced Project Digits, a personal AI supercomputer designed to democratize access to advanced AI capabilities for developers, researchers, and students. Priced at $3,000 and set for release in May, Project Digits is powered by the new GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, delivering up to 1 petaflop of AI performance. The compact, desktop-sized system features 128GB of unified memory and up to 4TB of NVMe storage (a fast storage technology designed for modern SSDs, offering quicker data access and lower latency than older systems), capable of handling AI models with up to 200 billion parameters. For more demanding applications, two systems can be linked to support models with up to 405 billion parameters. Users will have access to Nvidia's extensive AI software library, including support for popular frameworks like PyTorch, Python, and Jupyter notebooks, facilitating seamless integration into existing workflows.
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Sony Expands Entertainment Portfolio with Video Game Based Movies and Anime Series
Also at CES 2025, Sony revealed plans to adapt its popular video games Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 into feature films. The Horizon Zero Dawn movie will be produced in collaboration with PlayStation Productions and Columbia Pictures, the same partnership behind the 2022 Uncharted film. The Helldivers 2 adaptation will be handled by Sony Pictures. Additionally, Sony disclosed an upcoming anime series based on Ghost of Tsushima, further broadening its entertainment portfolio.
Max Level Partners with S8UL Esports and 8Bit Creatives
Max Level, AFK Gaming’s marketing and PR services vertical, will handle PR for S8UL Esports and 8Bit Creatives, two leaders in India’s gaming and esports scene. S8UL, co-founded by gaming icons Mortal, 8Bit Thug, and Goldy, is celebrated for its achievements, including three Global Esports Awards wins. This collaboration aims to boost S8UL's global visibility and highlight its contributions to the gaming ecosystem, while supporting 8Bit Creatives’ efforts in managing top Indian gaming influencers.
💡Did You Know
In 1999, Sega launched the "Dreamcast," the first console to include a built-in modem, paving the way for online gaming on consoles. Its game, Phantasy Star Online, became the first console-based MMORPG, revolutionizing multiplayer experiences and setting the stage for future online gaming innovations.
📜Quote of the Day
“It’s not what the world holds for you, it’s what you bring to it.”
L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
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