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DRAM supply shock drives stockpiling to 2027
The memory manufacturing sector faces prolonged supply constraints extending through 2027 as major computer hardware producers stockpile DRAM inventory amid surging data center demand. Companies, including ASUS and MSI, have intensified purchases in spot markets while multiple suppliers have suspended price quotations, according to industry analysis. Cloud service providers are securing RDIMM module supplies while high-bandwidth memory requirements driven by artificial intelligence applications reach unprecedented levels. The shortage stems partly from prior production capacity reductions by Samsung and SK hynix during a market downturn before AI demand accelerated. Supply chains require several months to expand manufacturing...
Mohadi sports event hailed in Mat South fight on drugs
Zanu-PF officials in Matabeleland South characterized the second Vice President Kembo Mohadi Sports Tournament as instrumental in rallying communities against youth drug abuse. Provincial Political Commissar Washington Nkomo emphasized the event united various stakeholders while promoting regional cohesion, with 12 teams from constituencies competing in netball and football at Welton Primary School and Mabidi Stadium in Beitbridge. Winners from the previous tournament invested their prize funds into goat rearing ventures that continue to thrive. Nkomo noted significantly improved attendance compared to the inaugural competition in Gwanda, crediting local organizations for amplifying anti-substance abuse messaging and reproductive...
MicroBT, Canaan seek Samsung 2nm chips for miners
Samsung has attracted orders from Chinese cryptocurrency mining equipment producers MicroBT and Canaan for its 2nm gate-all-around process technology, representing approximately 10 percent of total production capacity at the S3 fabrication facility in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province. MicroBT shipments have begun, while Canaan plans to start manufacturing in early 2026 with deliveries expected later that year. Industry leader Bitmain continues working exclusively with TSMC due to concerns about yield performance and technological reliability. The Korean manufacturer aims to expand its foundry client base as it competes against Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company in advanced node production. Qualcomm may evaluate dual sourcing...
Free FSR3 frame gen mod arrives for Fallout 4
A modder has released a free frame generation modification for Fallout 4 through Nexus Mods, offering an alternative to existing paywalled options. Developer doodlum created the modification using AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 technology via the publicly available GPUOpen API, making it compatible with any DirectX 12-capable graphics card. The tool works through a custom DirectX 12 swap chain proxy and activates automatically on displays with refresh rates of at least 120Hz, though users can manually enable it through configuration files. The modification aims to improve performance in demanding areas such as urban environments and when running resource-intensive mods like Sim Settlements 2. Installation requires Address Library...
Shikha Khatun wins wushu bronze in Riyadh
Bangladesh expanded its medal collection at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh after wushu competitor Shikha Khatun earned bronze in the women's 56kg division. The athlete secured third place despite a semifinal defeat because tournament regulations award bronze to both losing semifinalists when eight or more participants compete in a weight class. Saki Akter came close to adding another bronze for Bangladesh in the women's 60kg wushu category but lost her playoff match against a Tunisian rival. The six-competitor field required a separate bronze medal contest rather than automatic awards to semifinal participants. Bangladesh has accumulated five medals at the competition. Mixed doubles table tennis players Javed Ahmed and Khoy...
Tamim Iqbal asks for the upcoming BPL draft
Former national team captain Tamim Iqbal has withdrawn his name from the Bangladesh Premier League player draft, marking a notable absence for one of the tournament's most prominent figures since its 2012 launch. The 36-year-old opener, who led Fortune Barishal to back-to-back championships, has remained away from competitive play following a heart attack that required hospitalization and angioplasty to address arterial blockage. His decision to skip the draft appears motivated by health considerations rather than retirement, as he continues recovering while pursuing administrative interests within cricket governance. Tamim previously contested a Bangladesh Cricket Board position before withdrawing over alleged governmental...
Mushfiqur Rahim trains early before 100th Test
Veteran wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim arrived at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium for a private training session after Bangladesh completed their Test victory against Ireland ahead of schedule. The 38-year-old coordinated with ground staff while still in Sylhet to ensure nets and facilities met his requirements before traveling to Dhaka. He will become the first Bangladeshi player to reach 100 Test appearances when the second match begins at Mirpur. Bangladesh Cricket Board officials confirmed preparations for a formal tribute, including a commemorative crest and blazer presentation, with family members invited to attend ceremonies surrounding the historic milestone. The board plans to incorporate imagery from the nation's 100th...
Bangladesh, India set for rivalry clash in Dhaka
Bangladesh will host India at the National Stadium in a match driven entirely by regional pride after both teams failed to advance in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers. The Blue Tigers conducted their initial practice session at APBN Playground in Uttara following their arrival, which marked their first visit to the country in seven years and included Australia-based winger Ryan Williams. Midfielder Shamit Shome emphasized the intensity of the regional competition, noting that preparation for facing India began immediately upon joining the national squad. Veteran goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu acknowledged the challenging atmosphere of playing in Bangladesh, recognizing the host nation's football development and passionate supporter base...
India steps up activity near Siliguri Corridor
India has expanded its military presence along the Siliguri Corridor near the Bangladeshi border by establishing two new army installations in Assam and Uttar Dinajpur. Security experts view the deployment as a strategic effort to safeguard the narrow passage linking mainland India with its northeastern states, an area considered vulnerable due to proximity to China and Bangladesh. Retired Major General Dipankar Banerjee from India attributed the buildup to capacity enhancement against Chinese regional activities rather than political developments in Bangladesh. Border Security Force patrols have intensified since early August, though residents and Bangladesh Border Guard officials report no territorial violations or alarming troop...
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