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Clear tag filterNVIDIA’s G-Assist: AI Co-Pilot for Gamers and PC Enthusiasts
NVIDIA’s G-Assist is a voice-activated AI assistant designed for gamers and PC enthusiasts, offering real-time system monitoring, performance analysis, and optimisation advice. Developed at the RTX AI Garage hackathon, it combines generative AI with RTX hardware to deliver practical, hands-free support. Unlike standard voice assistants, G-Assist helps troubleshoot frame drops, thermal issues, and overclocking - all without leaving your game. A powerful tool for PC builders, overclockers, and performance-focused users.
Read MoreChina Team Develops 6000 Transistor Chip with 2D Transistors
Chinese researchers at Fudan University have unveiled RV32-WUJI, the most advanced 2D-material-based microprocessor to date, constructed from molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) and just three atoms thick. Packing 5,931 transistors into a functional 32-bit RISC-V CPU, the chip demonstrates that 2D semiconductors can be used in practical logic circuits—despite current limitations in scale and performance. Leveraging machine learning to optimize the fabrication process, the team achieved a 99.7% yield, pointing to potential future applications in ultra-efficient edge computing and IoT devices. While still in its early stages, this breakthrough could mark the beginning of a new era in energy-efficient, atomically thin microcontrollers.
Read MoreBattery-Free Sensors Operating on Trains For Real-Time Sensing
Glasgow University spinout RX Watt has developed battery-free sensors for real-time monitoring in rail carriages. Powered wirelessly via radio waves, these retrofit-friendly sensors track temperature, vibration, and wear—eliminating the need for batteries or wired power. Successfully tested at the BCIMO Rail Innovation Centre, the technology promises to cut maintenance costs and improve rail safety.
Read MoreChinese Nuclear Battery Provides 100 Years of Power
China has introduced a groundbreaking innovation in energy storage: a miniature nuclear battery, the BV100, capable of powering devices for up to 100 years without recharging. Developed by Betavoltaic, this tiny battery uses nickel-63 as a power source and utilizes beta decay to produce a steady stream of energy. While this technology is a significant leap forward for industries like healthcare, aerospace, and environmental sensing, it’s not poised to replace conventional batteries in everyday electronics. Despite its impressive longevity, the BV100’s limited power output makes it ideal for low-energy devices such as medical implants and space probes, not high-demand gadgets like smartphones. While promising, its use of radioactive materials also raises safety and disposal concerns.
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