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Early-Boot Code Execution Flaw in EDK2 Puts a Large-Scale Server Risk in Focus

A critical code-execution vulnerability in the EDK2 UEFI firmware implementation could allow attackers to run malicious code during the earliest stages of a server’s boot process, according to Ars Technica. Because the flaw is in firmware rather than the operating system, conventional protections that run after startup may

OpenAI reportedly plans to buy AI chips from Google

OpenAI is reportedly planning to buy AI chips from Google as part of its continued AI infrastructure build-out. The reported purchase would expand OpenAI’s access to specialized hardware as it develops and operates AI systems. The information comes from a Bloomberg report, with other outlets summarizing the news.

SK hynix Quarterly Operating Profit Rises 630%

SK hynix, described as a major AI chip maker, reported a 630% surge in quarterly operating profit. The sharp increase highlights the growing financial impact of the company’s position in the AI hardware market, although the report did not specify the reporting period, absolute profit, revenue, or the factors

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Re:Build Raises $2.1B After Spinning Out of Slate Auto

Re:Build, a manufacturing accelerator spun out of Slate Auto, has raised $2.1 billion in funding. The company describes itself as “America’s answer to Shenzhen,” positioning it as an ambitious effort to strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities. Sources * TechCrunch

SpaceX Reportedly Signs $40 Billion GPU Leasing Deal

SpaceX has reportedly struck a $40 billion GPU leasing agreement with private credit players, according to Morningstar. The reported arrangement would link the space company with a large-scale computing infrastructure transaction, although the available report does not specify which private credit firms are involved, what hardware will be leased,

Argentum AI Reportedly in Talks for $5 Billion AI Chip Financing

Argentum AI, a neocloud company, is reportedly in talks to secure $5 billion in financing for AI chips, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The proposed financing would provide substantial capital for acquiring the hardware needed to support AI workloads. Its size also reflects the scale of investment

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Anduril and Qualcomm unveil BlueChip US-made laptop

Anduril and Qualcomm have introduced BlueChip, a laptop tied to an effort to rebuild domestic computer manufacturing in the United States. The initiative is broader than assembling laptops domestically. According to Anduril founder Palmer Luckey, the goal is to produce individual components in the US, including parts that are currently