TechLinked Mid-range GPU cancellation questions, AI chips for China + more!
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Jan 17, 2026 Rumors swirl about the cancellation of the RTX 5070 Ti, with retailers caught in the crossfire. The U.S. government tightens AI chip sales to China, raising eyebrows across the tech community. Google's Gemini rolls out a beta linking personal data for smarter interactions. TSMC boasts record profits, leaving Intel to ponder its competitiveness. Meanwhile, a Bluetooth vulnerability lets hackers hijack audio devices. In an exciting breakthrough, researchers develop bioluminescent skin for painless medical testing!
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Midrange GPU Rumors Spark Panic
- GPU midrange launch rumors caused widespread panic but manufacturers quickly disputed cancellations.
- The episode shows how incomplete PR info can snowball into supply and pricing anxiety for gamers.
US Rules Reshape AI Chip Flow To China
- New US export rules force Nvidia and AMD to import chips to the US for evaluation before re-exporting to China with a 25% fee.
- The policy treats China as a secondary market and will likely shrink Nvidia's market share there dramatically.
Gemini Personal Intelligence Launches
- Google is rolling out Personal Intelligence for Gemini to connect Gmail, Photos, YouTube and Search in a US-only opt-in beta.
- Making the assistant use personal data can increase usefulness but raises clear privacy concerns.