Networking
Broadcom launches Wi-Fi 8 chip family for enhanced networking
Broadcom has introduced a new family of Wi-Fi 8 chipsets aimed at improving reliability, low latency, and intelligent coordination in networking devices. The chips are designed to power mesh routers starting in 2026 and support broader AI edge adoption. This move marks the ushering in of the Wi-Fi 8 era by the semiconductor giant.
AMD launches Solarflare X4 networking hardware for AI inference
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AMD has quietly introduced the Solarflare X4 adapters, focusing on low-latency networking. This new product extends the company's expertise in low-latency solutions and could enhance AI inference capabilities.
Tech giants launch Ethernet alternative to InfiniBand for AI networks
Meta has joined Nvidia, OpenAI, and AMD to introduce ESUN, an open Ethernet-based network for scaling up AI superclusters. The initiative aims to compete with InfiniBand while remaining compatible with the Ultra Ethernet Consortium. Engineers believe this approach will simplify complex GPU interconnect systems.
Dispatch software enables multi-link internet connections
Dispatch, a new open-source tool, allows users to combine multiple internet connections like Wi-Fi and Ethernet for faster downloads and stable app performance. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it operates as a local SOCKS proxy without requiring hardware changes. The software distributes new connections using weighted round robins to prioritize preferred links.