Isn’t it fun when a relatively minor skirmish over money boils down to threat (checks notes) the entire Android ecosystem? .
In fact, in 2021, Qualcomm also bought Nuvia, an AI chip company that was licensed by Arm. Qualcomm used Nuvia technology in its AI PC chips, but Arm feels that Qualcomm never sought its blessing to transfer those licenses.
In response, Arm sued Qualcomm in 2022 to try to collect the debt, a battle that will go to trial this December. But if someone doesn’t step back in the interim, Qualcomm won’t be able to make the chips that are the backbone of its multibillion-dollar business.
Given how high the stakes are for both companies in this situation, I wouldn’t worry too much. Chances are, someone will cut a big check a few days before the license is revoked, and everyone can go back to gently tolerating each other.
– Dan Cooper
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Made by Boeing, you say?
A Boeing-made communications satellite exploded and disintegrated while in geostationary orbit around the Earth. . There is no threat to life on Earth, but the debris could threaten other satellites in orbit, as well as Boeing’s reputation.
Lumon strikes back.
Honestly, I found it Do not quit Being the most stressful TV show of 2022, to the point where my heart was pounding for most of the season finale. Now, after nearly three years in production, the second season will debut on Apple TV+ on January 17, 2025.. I’m still not sure if my body can handle the second go, but those with stronger constitutions should be prepared.
Yes, a word from Elon Musk.
. Of course, like any pledge from an Elon Musk-owned company, we should take this with a grain of salt. If you want to buy a cheap Tesla, the used market has been quite rich for some time.
Update on the AI chip drama.
Despite the number of sanctions designed to prevent it, Huawei is believed to be using a new TSMC-made chip in its hardware. now, . If true, it makes you wonder how long Huawei will do this before anyone notices.
