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Graphics Card Pricing Is Misleading: Why GPU Prices Are Unaffordable

March 9, 2025 by Mintu

For years, Nvidia and AMD have announced new graphics cards with “official” Graphics Card Pricing that seem competitive and reasonable. But in reality, these prices mean nothing to the average buyer. The vast majority of customers never actually find these GPUs at the advertised Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Instead, due to a combination of scalping, retailer markups, and supply constraints, most consumers are forced to pay significantly higher prices. This problem is not new, but it has gotten worse over time. The latest AMD Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT, for example, were announced at $550 and $600, respectively. … Read more

Zuckerberg Dismisses AI Cost Concerns Amid DeepSeek’s Breakthrough

January 31, 2025 by Mintu

The artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is shifting rapidly with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that has reportedly developed a powerful large language model (LLM) at a fraction of the expected cost and time. However, despite the industry buzz surrounding DeepSeek’s achievements, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg remains steadfast in his belief that AI infrastructure investments remain a key advantage for long-term growth. Speaking during Meta’s fourth-quarter earnings call on January 29, 2025, Zuckerberg stated that it was “too early” to determine what DeepSeek’s success might mean for Meta or the broader tech industry. However, he dismissed speculation that … Read more

Nvidia’s $3,000 AI Supercomputer Faces Criticism from Experts and Startups

January 15, 2025 by Mintu

Nvidia’s announcement of its $3,000 mini AI supercomputer, Project Digits, has sparked a strong response from industry veterans and tech enthusiasts alike. While the launch garnered excitement from many, two significant figures in the tech community—Raja Koduri, a seasoned graphics chip designer, and Tiny Corp, an AI server startup led by hacker George Hotz—have publicly scorned Nvidia’s latest offering. They have criticized both the technical claims and the marketing surrounding the product, suggesting that consumers might be better off spending their money elsewhere, such as on a gaming PC. The Promise and the Reality of Project Digits Project Digits was … Read more