Tech & Hardware 3 Days

Last updated: June 4, 2026, 11:35 AM ET

AI Hardware and Semiconductors

NVIDIA is pushing into a new class of processors with RTX Spark, which is designed to power personal agents on Windows 11 PCs. This hardware effort involves a partnership with MediaTek and has already secured 3nm N1X silicon supply from TSMC to maintain growth. The impact is already hitting the OEM market, as ASUS launched ProArt P16 and P14 laptops powered by the Spark chip to target AI creators.

On the storage and memory side, Phison is collaborating with Intel to allow AI PCs to run larger local workloads, while Longsys debuted AIDIMM and AILPBGA as part of its edge AI storage portfolio. In the realm of high-performance computing, CEA-Leti demonstrated hybrid bonding at a 1$\mu$m pitch, a move that advances 3D integration for AI and smart-vision systems.

GPU and Gaming Hardware

The next generation of graphics hardware is taking shape with ASRock's Radeon RX 9070 XT featuring 12V-2x6 power inputs, and PowerColor debuting prototype RX 9000 series cards with UV-reactive art. In the NVIDIA camp, Colorful unveiled the iGame RTX 5090D v2 Arcanix to celebrate its 30th anniversary, while ZOTAC introduced the Magnus One Ultra, which is the most compact prebuilt desktop to house a desktop RTX 5080. MSI is also preparing for future GPUs by testing spiral-groove heatpipes and diamond-composite thermal pads to improve heat dissipation.

PC Power and Cooling Innovations

The power supply market is seeing a push toward extreme efficiency and capacity. Wentai released the AiBARZA Aldan-D1515, the first production PSU to achieve a Cybenetics Diamond rating with 95% continuous switching efficiency. For AI and workstations, FSP unveiled a 3.3kW CANNON model, while DeepCool showcased a 3200W Titanium PSU under its Gamer Storm brand. Other entrants include GOGHUNTERS with its DG Platinum line and HAVN's 80 Plus Platinum XR series offering 1000W and 1200W capacities. Thermaltake is experimenting with form factors, introducing the DockPower PSU, which features a removable connections panel.

Cooling solutions are becoming increasingly visual and experimental. ASRock introduced the Taichi 360 Holo with a 3D holographic fan, and Thermaltake's ST Trio Ultra features three 6-inch displays with 1280x720 resolution. In the liquid cooling space, Enermax debuted a pump-free AIO, while Noctua is prototyping a phase-change AIO with an in-house pump-block. For those seeking silence, Cryorig demonstrated a near-silent water-cooled case, and Scythe launched the Shuriken 3 top-flow cooler.

Memory and Storage Performance

Workstation memory is reaching new heights, with G.Skill demonstrating 512GB of octa-channel DDR5-10000 ECC RDIMM on an Intel Xeon platform. Other memory innovations include V-Color's Xfinity+ OLED Manta with an OLED matrix display and GeIL's CAMM2 and LPCAMM2 modules. High-capacity options are also expanding, as KLEVV's LITE V RGB DDR5 reaches 64GB and Biwin showcased Origin Code 4R memory.

SSD technology is moving toward faster protocols and integrated cooling. Team Group's T-Force Liquid II M.2 Gen 5 SSD utilizes a self-contained liquid cooling loop to manage heat. In the enterprise sector, Exascend implemented the NVMe 2.1 protocol, and Phison showcased PCIe Gen 6 controllers capable of 256Gbps. OCPC's Pista Black Label and Patriot's Viper Steel 5 Infinite RGB are targeting the enthusiast segment with high-speed DDR5 and aesthetic reflections.

Chassis and Peripherals

Case designs are shifting toward modularity and niche utility. Thermaltake's CAPO X can house two independent MATX systems, while Cryorig's new case provides 13 HDD bays. Premium aesthetics are also a focus, with YCC integrating Swarovski crystals into its chassis and NZXT launching the H6, a 55L dual-chamber mid-tower with curved glass. Other new chassis include Phanteks' modular EX series, and SAMA's V80 prototype with dual-curve tempered glass.

Peripherals are seeing a surge in specialized inputs. Mad Catz showcased the R.A.T 7+ wireless mouse and a leverless arcade controller, while Corsair launched the CLIPPER PRO MINI 60 Hall Effect keyboard. Boutique options include Leopold's Alchemie series with anodized aluminium and Mistel's Airone Pro 72-key compact keyboard. For the high-end market, Gigabyte's AORUS INFINITY series and KRUX's retro-inspired Drox 60% keyboard provide a mix of performance and distinct style.

Enterprise and Specialized Hardware

Professional hardware is pivoting toward AI acceleration and specialized workstations. OWC introduced the Stack AI, the first Thunderbolt 5 AI accelerator and storage hub, while Gigabyte expanded its AI TOP ecosystem to enable desk-side AI creation. In the server space, Supermicro launched 12 new solutions utilizing Intel Xeon 6+ processors. For mobile professionals, the HP ZBook Ultra G1a 14 leverages the Strix Halo platform for heavy graphics workloads.

Software and Digital Services

Google is facing regulatory pressure as it was ordered to provide clearer links in AI Overviews and allow UK publishers to opt out. Meanwhile, Google's Gemma 4 12B model is designed to run on laptops with 16GB of RAM using a new encoding scheme. In the OS space, Microsoft's Project Solara is an Android-based OS designed for agents rather than traditional apps.

Other software news includes Remedy's CONTROL Resonant launching on September 24, 2026, and Plex's shift toward content discovery and streaming rentals. In security, Dashlane users reported vault theft notifications lacking detail, and Red Hat packages were backdoored through an official NPM channel.

Miscellaneous Tech and Science

In the automotive and energy sectors, used Waymo robotaxi batteries are being repurposed for power grid storage in California and Texas. However, data suggests Waymo's taxis are empty for nearly half of their driven miles. In aerospace, Impulse Space raised $500 million for orbital maneuvering, while China debuted a new reusable rocket similar to the Falcon. In biology, Moderna received $50 million to develop an mRNA vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola strain.