The FT's Saffeya Ahmed discusses Nvidia's AI chips, TDK's battery breakthrough, and Silicon Valley screening for Chinese spying. Shein faces obstacles going public in the US due to its Chinese origins and intricate supply chain.
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NVIDIA surpasses Apple and Microsoft in value through AI chip demand.
TDK's breakthrough in solid-state batteries aims to improve device performance.
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NVIDIA: Rising Success and Technological Innovations
NVIDIA has experienced remarkable growth, surpassing tech giants like Microsoft and Apple to become the most valuable company globally. With a market capitalization of $3.3 trillion, NVIDIA's dominance is attributed to the soaring demand for AI chips, fueling advancements like chat GPT. In response, the company is developing the 'Blackwell' chips to cement its industry leadership.
TDK's Breakthrough in Solid-State Batteries and Implications for Technology
Japanese company TDK has achieved a breakthrough in solid-state batteries, potentially revolutionizing devices like earphones and smartphones. The new technology replaces liquid electrolytes with a solid material, extending battery life and enabling miniaturization. Although still in the laboratory phase, mass production could enhance smartphone performances with longer battery endurance.
Nvidia capitalises on investor excitement over artificial intelligence, Japan’s TDK is claiming a breakthrough in materials used in its small solid-state batteries, and Silicon Valley companies are screening their staff for Chinese spying. Plus, the FT’s Saffeya Ahmed unpacks Shein’s tumultuous journey to go public.
The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Kyra Assibey-Bonsu, Mischa Frankl-Duval, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Monica Lopez. Our intern is Prakriti Panwar. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music.