DJI US ban, Nvidia AI push, Google AI chips, Windows legacy risks...

The Verge details how DJI, the world’s leading drone maker, is set to be banned from importing any new products into the United States after December 23, 2025, unless specific government intervention occurs. The ban is rooted in bipartisan US concerns about data security and potential ties to the Chinese government, despite DJI’s repeated denials and lack of public evidence. The ban threatens to disrupt industries from agriculture to rescue operations due to the absence of viable alternatives, while the company has attempted to sidestep restrictions by rebranding products or seeking alternative import routes. The evolving situation reflects larger US-China tech tensions and may set a precedent for further action against Chinese technology firms. The Verge

TechCrunch reports that the push to regulate artificial intelligence in the United States has triggered a complex legal battle over whether federal regulators or individual states should set the rules. The debate isn't just about the pace or severity of AI oversight, but the broader implications for nationwide consistency, consumer protection, and business compliance. This regulatory tug-of-war could lead to a patchwork of state-by-state rules, complicating the go-to-market strategies for technology firms and potentially stifling innovation. TechCrunch

According to Tech Radar, a new Missouri law compels Apple and Google to provide robust digital ID solutions for age verification online, intensifying the debate over privacy and technical readiness. While digital IDs could bolster security if implemented well, the report notes that major tech companies are not fully prepared to roll out these features at scale, raising concerns about user data protection and the pace of compliance. Tech Radar

Tech Radar warns that new large language models (LLMs) specifically designed for cybercrime are enabling even unskilled individuals to craft sophisticated malware. The emergence of at least two criminal chatbots—one freely accessible—raises the stakes for cybersecurity professionals, as the barrier to entry for effective attacks drops dramatically. This technological trend underscores the urgent need for advanced defensive tools and regulatory intervention. Tech Radar

The Register reports that privacy-centric mobile OS developer GrapheneOS has severed ties with OVHcloud due to apprehensions about France’s approach to digital privacy and state access to data. The move deepens the ongoing debate over cloud sovereignty in Europe, as tech projects increasingly weigh the jurisdictional risks of cloud providers amid tightening state surveillance powers. The Register

Tom’s Hardware reveals that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has strongly encouraged company managers to fully embrace AI, reportedly rebuking those who discourage its use with the phrase “Are you insane?” Huang assures employees their jobs are not under threat from AI, emphasizing instead that the technology is critical for both internal productivity and maintaining Nvidia’s industry leadership. This stance reflects Nvidia’s ambition to remain at the forefront of the AI hardware and software ecosystem. Tom's Hardware

New Scientist reports that Google is in talks to sell its custom tensor processing units (TPUs)—chips designed specifically for artificial intelligence—to other tech companies. This move could shake up the AI chip market, which has been dominated by Nvidia’s GPUs, by offering new high-performance, potentially cost-effective alternatives. The development signals intensifying competition in the hardware underpinning the next wave of AI innovation. New Scientist

TechSpot highlights AMD’s quiet introduction of the Radeon Pro W7900D graphics card and the listing of two unannounced AI GPUs. The W7900D, based on the RDNA 3 architecture, matches its predecessor’s technical specs but may target specific professional workloads. The expanded lineup demonstrates AMD’s intention to compete more aggressively in both professional graphics and AI acceleration markets. TechSpot

According to XDA Developers, the current graphics card market—dominated by Nvidia at the high end and more competitive between AMD and Nvidia in the mid-range—has made the Intel Arc B580 increasingly attractive for budget-conscious gamers. The second-generation Arc offers substantial improvements in VRAM and performance at a competitive price, highlighting Intel’s growing relevance in the GPU sector. XDA Developers

Computer World reports that Microsoft has set a 2034 deadline for organizations to migrate away from the legacy Windows Internet Name Service (WINS), which is still used in some operational technology and legacy IT environments. Experts note that WINS poses significant security risks, including susceptibility to spoofing and lateral movement attacks, but acknowledge that migration can be complicated by deep integration into aging infrastructure. The case exemplifies the broader challenge of modernizing critical systems while managing security vulnerabilities inherent in outdated protocols. Computer World