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MARCH 10, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

When Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo on March 4, 2026, the temptation was to frame it simply as Apple finally getting competitive on price. At $599 retail and $499 for education customers, it is the most affordable Mac the company has ever sold. But reducing the MacBook Neo to a price story misses wh

MARCH 9, 2026 / MAX WEINBACH

Here’s the conclusion up front: M5 Max is the most impressive piece of silicon I’ve used in a laptop. It’s more efficient and more performant, theoretically cheaper and more sustainable to manufacture with less waste, an AI powerhouse, and still runs in a laptop that lasts all day. I can’t think of

MARCH 6, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

In Part 1 we laid out the case for the copper-to-fiber transition via the physics forcing function, the superlinear scaling of connectivity costs, and the TAM repricing that we believe is still underappreciated. Part 2 is our continuation where we connect the thesis to specific companies, specific t

MARCH 6, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

Key thesis: Connectivity is becoming the binding constraint in AI infrastructure. This will only compound with inference at scale. The transition from copper to optical interconnects is structural and the braoder market is mispricing the secular growth embedded in this shift. The Thesis As GPU clust

MARCH 6, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

Anthropic just raised $30 billion at a $380 billion valuation and that got most of the headlines, though the more telling figure is the $14 billion current annualized revenue run-rate, achieved less than three years after the company booked its first dollar. Salesforce required 16 years to reach $14

MARCH 6, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

There is a physical infrastructure dimension to the AI and software story that the market-level debate entirely overlooks. In conversations we had with Michael Dell, and other Dell executives last summer, a thesis emerged that we believe will reshape how enterprises interact with software over the n

FEBRUARY 19, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

The memory semiconductor industry went from roughly $85–90 billion in revenue at its 2023 trough to a trajectory that reaches $800–850 billion by 2027. That is roughly a 9× increase in four years. No segment of the semiconductor industry has ever grown this fast at this scale. The numbers forecasted

FEBRUARY 19, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

The market’s reaction to Amazon’s Q4 results tells you everything about where sentiment sits today. The stock is down roughly 20% from its pre-earnings level near $239, having dropped 8% on the earnings release alone despite AWS posting its fastest growth in 13 quarters. The $200 billion capex guide

FEBRUARY 12, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

We are in the early stages of one of the largest infrastructure buildouts in modern history. The construction of AI-scale computing infrastructure is reshaping the datacenter, power generation, and labor markets simultaneously and there is no sign demand is slowing. This is reflected in signed lease

FEBRUARY 11, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

While I could start with the list of the many products that were announced at Cisco Live EMEA 2026, and there were plenty, from the Silicon One G300 to the biggest-ever update to AI Defense, I want to focus my analysis around a very interesting slide that was shared in one of the many analyst…

FEBRUARY 3, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

The Number That Matters The AI infrastructure buildout is the largest capital deployment cycle in technology history. Combined hyperscaler spending exceeded $400 billion in 2025, with 2026 projections pushing toward ~$600 billion. The bubble bears point to this spending and declare it unsustainable,

JANUARY 30, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple delivered a record-breaking December quarter, posting its best revenue and earnings performance ever, driven by an exceptionally strong iPhone cycle and continued Services momentum. Revenue reached $143.8 billion (+16% YoY), with EPS of $2.84 (+19% YoY), reflecting both top-line strength and f

JANUARY 29, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft delivered a strong Q2 FY26 performance, exceeding expectations across revenue, operating income, and EPS, while continuing to invest aggressively in AI infrastructure to support rapidly expanding demand. Revenue grew 17% year over year, with operating income up 21%, underscoring the durabi

JANUARY 20, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

TSMC’s 4Q25 results confirm what we have been saying for months: the AI infrastructure buildout is not slowing down, and TSMC sits at the center of it. Revenue of $33.7B beat the high end of guidance. Gross margin of 62.3% exceeded the guide by over 100 basis points. Management guided to close to 30

JANUARY 20, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

Note: I had the chance to attend both the CES 2026 Financial Analyst QA and the Industry Analyst QA, as well as time with management. I’m sharing nuggets learned from the QA and my meetings, as well as things from the NVIDIA CES 2026 announcements and management commentary that stood out and are tel

JANUARY 20, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

As I publish this, the world’s political and business leaders are gathering in Davos, once again debating the future of the global economy, geopolitical stability, and the role technology will play in shaping what comes next. Artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty, and resilience are central t

JANUARY 13, 2026 / CAROLINA MILANESI

The Microsoft New Future of Work Report 2025 marks a significant milestone in how we understand the ongoing transformation of work. Over the past five years, the report series has traced the evolution of work, from remote and hybrid work models to the emerging integration of AI across teams and orga

JANUARY 13, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

Note for paid subscribers: As we kick off the Dilligence Stack, I felt we needed to publish some anchor reports to set the foundation we will build upon. So, this report is quite long but has needed depth in each section. Each section will get its own deep dive in the coming months as well.…

JANUARY 13, 2026 / MAX WEINBACH

Apple and Google did their joint announcement today, confirming Mark Gurman’s report from August (I swear this guy lives in the walls of Apple Park) that the new Siri and Apple Foundation Models will be based on Gemini models and technology. There’s a lot of nuance to this that many are overlooking

JANUARY 1, 2026 / BEN BAJARIN

There is perhaps no more consequential debate around the technology industry today than whether the current AI infrastructure buildout represents a bubble destined for collapse or the logical, sustainable deployment of mature technology. The numbers are indeed staggering, a root cause of people’s an

DECEMBER 18, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

This will be a brief research note, mostly because I’m just talking about something cool. Back in March when Apple launched M3 Ultra in the Mac Studio, they graciously sent over a 512GB Unified Memory SKU of the system. It was insane for running LLMs, powering something like 4-bit quantized Deepseek

DECEMBER 18, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The Architecture Graphics Built The GPU exists because graphics demanded a very specific kind of silicon—hardware capable of running identical mathematical operations across massive data volumes in parallel, repeatedly, without stalling. What looked like “drawing pictures” was always a continuous si

DECEMBER 13, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

This year on Black Friday, one of my favorite products of the year: NVIDIA’s DGX Spark! My list of favorite products is by no means short, but this was a quick add simply because I’ve had so much fun playing with this. Unlike most other products I’ve used this year, it’s something that feels rewardi

DECEMBER 8, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The semiconductor industry has experienced cycles of varying magnitude throughout its history. The PC era brought sustained growth. The smartphone revolution created what many called a supercycle. The cloud computing buildout extended that expansion further. What is happening now is something catego

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Dell delivered one of its strongest quarters ever, powered by surging demand for AI servers and resilient performance across its core commercial PC business. Revenue rose double digits, profitability reached new Q3 records, and the company raised full-year guidance in a sign of confidence that its A

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

In mobile computing, performance is defined by the energy cost of operations. The limiting factors for modern Systems on a Chip (SoC) are thermal headroom and battery constraints, shifting the architectural focus to the infrastructure that feeds the silicon. The power delivery network (PDN) design f

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

In the broader narrative of the AI boom, a new category of infrastructure provider has emerged, colloquially termed the “neocloud.” The economic logic of the neocloud is, at first glance, simple arbitrage: the hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) are supply-constrained and expensive, creating an

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft Ignite 2025 opened with a clear message: the AI era has moved beyond experimentation and is now fully about implementation, governance, and measurable outcomes. Microsoft focused on what matters most to the Ignite audience: the architects, developers, and IT leaders responsible for actuall

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Today, Google announced Gemini 3 as well as a bunch of new product updates powered by Gemini 3 Pro! We’ll get into those in a moment, because I want to talk about my experience using Gemini 3 Pro, codename riftrunner, as well as Google’s new developer IDE called Antigravity! I got early access from

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

The Las Vegas Grand Prix is no ordinary race. The city-centre circuit with its tight turns, the Strip backdrop and high spectator density makes for one of the most challenging viewing experiences in all of F1. That’s why the recent announcement by T-Mobile is so significant. 360° Cameras and Drone F

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

At the 2025 Chrome Summit in New York City, Google delivered its most cohesive vision yet for how artificial intelligence will power the next generation of work. Under the theme “Connected Work Experiences, AI at the Core,” the company showcased how its Gemini AI model now threads through every laye

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The surge in AI infrastructure investment has reshaped the value of power in the United States. Bitcoin miners, who once optimized purely for cheap electricity and fast deployment, now find themselves in possession of something that AI operators urgently need: energized land with existing interconne

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend my first Smartsheet ENGAGE. The conference opened with a message that was equal parts confession, conviction, and call to arms. On stage less than 30 days into the job, new CEO Rajeev Singh framed his first keynote around a simple proposition: Smartsheet is

OCTOBER 31, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple closed fiscal 2025 with record-breaking results, underscoring the company’s operational strength and product leadership across categories. For Q4, Apple reported $102.5 billion in revenue (+8% y/y) and $1.85 EPS (+13% y/y), both September-quarter records. For the full fiscal year, revenue reac

OCTOBER 30, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft began fiscal year 2026 with one of the most powerful quarters in its history, underscoring how its aggressive AI investments and cloud scale are transforming the company’s economics and competitive position. Revenue for Q1 FY 2026 rose 18% year-over-year to $77.7 billion, while operating i

OCTOBER 27, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The easy story is “this looks bubbly.” Spending is massive AND front-loaded, the narrative is high, and a handful of winners dominate the landscape. Hyperscaler capital spending is tracking to roughly $424B in 2025 and stepping toward ~$500B in 2026, after topping $100B in a single quarter earlier t

OCTOBER 21, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Today is a big day, M5 Day! I say this because I believe M5 is a bigger deal than the products it’s in. That’s not to say these products are bad, quite the opposite: they are so good and have been so good for so many years that it’s hard to think of anything meaningful…

OCTOBER 21, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Coming fresh from the Austin Grand Prix, I couldn’t help but notice how different the atmosphere felt compared to just a few years ago. The crowd was electric, yes, but also incredibly diverse — not just in nationality, but in age, gender, and background. From families and first-timers to Gen Z fans

OCTOBER 10, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

With Gemini Enterprise, Google wasn’t just announcing another “AI for business” product. Rather, Google is staking a claim to a much more ambitious vision: embedding AI across every workflow, across every level of an organization, in a way that feels seamless and pervasive. Addressing the Enterprise

OCTOBER 7, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Ariticle Summary/Thesis Every transformative technology arrives twice. First as hardware and headlines—motors, wires, GPUs, data centers—then, years later, as redesigned work that finally shows up in the productivity numbers. Electricity followed that arc. The earliest adopters simply swapped steam

OCTOBER 7, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft’s latest announcements on Microsoft 365 Premium and new Copilot “agents” mark an important step toward the future of AI in productivity. But while the vision is clear, the path for users is less so. The Announcements: Premium and Agent Mode This past week, Microsoft unveiled two major upda

OCTOBER 1, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Amazon has built its reputation on delivering reliable, affordable consumer hardware that ties seamlessly into its services. From the first Kindle to the rise of Echo smart speakers, its devices have consistently done exactly what they promised. Ok maybe with the exception of the Kindle phone but as

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

For nearly two decades, Android and ChromeOS have advanced in parallel, one powering the world’s phones and a growing constellation of devices, the other redefining lightweight and secure computing on laptops and beyond. A single, unified platform built on Android foundations and expressed as the fa

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The Race to the Super-Agent: From Managing AI to Collaborating With It What is an agent? I open a lot of conversations with that question, especially with executives who are trying to bring agentic AI to real users. My working definition: AI agents are intelligent digital assistants that observe, re

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Yesterday was the iPhone launch, and it was actually a refreshing one. It was one of the first years that I think I had decently low expectations going in, but was incredibly surprised (and delighted) coming out. This is partly because for the first time in years, quite a few of the leaks, rumors, a

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple’s September event was, once again, a masterclass in storytelling, weaving together sleek design, life-saving Apple Watch narratives, and the deliberate invocation of Apple Intelligence. In the run-up, chatter circled around familiar themes: whether tariffs would nudge prices upward, what “Air”

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

IFA has always been the tech show that most reinvented itself following the hot trends in tech: from smartphones, to wearables, all the way to this year smart home, the show has seen AI infused everything and home robotics. Samsung leaned in harder than most with its unveiling of “AI Home: Future Li

AUGUST 20, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Today in Brooklyn, Google held its Made by Google 2025 event—an occasion that felt far less like a typical product keynote and much more like a primetime show. Hosted by Jimmy Fallon, complete with live audience participation, surprise guests, and a TV-studio vibe, it was clear from the start that G

AUGUST 11, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

OpenAI finally released GPT-5 last week, and there has been quite a lot of discourse on the internet about its quality. Some users have a great impression, others not so much. Some are mourning the loss of a friend, others are just happy to have a more intelligent model with free access. There is a…

AUGUST 1, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple’s fiscal Q3 2025 showcased a strong performance, setting a June quarter record for revenue at $94 billion—up 10% from last year and ahead of management’s own expectations. Growth was broad-based, with significant contributions across iPhone, Mac, and Services segments. The company also establi

JULY 31, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft concluded its fiscal year with a robust Q4, outpacing both its guidance and Wall Street’s expectations. Sustained double-digit growth in revenue and operating income was powered by surging demand for AI and cloud solutions, and transformational momentum across all business segments. Signif

JULY 25, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Intel’s latest earnings call underscored a tension familiar to anyone tracking the company over the last three years: the finance team is now supplying clear, disciplined guardrails, while the technical roadmap remains long on vision and short on date‑certain milestones. CFO David Zinsner gave inve

JULY 24, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Alphabet’s June-quarter results delivered a validation of its capital-intensive, vertically integrated AI strategy. The company posted strong top and bottom-line growth while demonstrating significant operating leverage, even while absorbing substantial costs related to its AI infrastructure build-o

JULY 24, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Last October Apple announced Cyberpunk 2077 was coming to macOS with full optimization for Metal and Apple Silicon. The second I heard that, I got excited because that meant Cyberpunk 2077 was the first AAA game to get proper care and optimization to make sure it ran well on macOS and Apple Silicon.

JULY 14, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Last week was Samsung Unpacked, specifically Unpacked focusing on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Watch 8 series. These launches mark a pivotal moment for the broader smartphone market, signaling Samsung’s drive to make foldables mainstream by marrying a familiar phone feel with flagship‑g

JULY 10, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

On the eve of Samsung’s highly anticipated 2H Unpacked 2025 event in Brooklyn, I had the privilege of moderating a dynamic panel with three of Samsung’s most influential leaders: Dave Das, Executive Vice President of Mobile eXperience for Samsung Electronics America; Patrick Chomet, Executive Vice P

JULY 9, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

In the age of agentic AI, a common misconception persists that AI will be a “winner-takes-all” market, where a single dominant agent will rule across every use case and every user. This belief misunderstands the evolution and purpose of agentic AI. The future will involve multiple specialized agents

JUNE 27, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

At the end of last year we ran a study with 900‑respondent online survey, fielded December 1 – 15, 2024 among U.S. adults 18+. All percentages are of the total sample unless otherwise stated. After diving into the data, thanks in no small part to ChatGPT (shoutout to o3-pro!), some fascinating patte

JUNE 26, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Micron’s AI-Driven Growth Is Accelerating: HBM revenue grew over 50% quarter-over-quarter, reaching a $6B+ run rate, with expectations to approach $8B in the coming quarters. AI server demand is driving strength across HBM, LPDDR, and high-capacity DIMMs. Strong Financial Momentum Acr

JUNE 24, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

As HPE celebrates its tenth anniversary as an independent entity, the company has chosen to mark the occasion not with nostalgia, but with a series of announcements that signal a bold new direction. At HPE Discover 2025, the company unveiled a suite of innovations and partnerships designed to positi

JUNE 19, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

The traditional nine-to-five is fading fast, replaced by a workday that stretches from dawn to well past dusk, often bleeding into weekends and personal time. Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index follow-up report, drawing on vast data from Microsoft 365 and a global survey of knowledge workers, revea

JUNE 17, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Last week Cisco published its second Global Hybrid Work Study following the inaugural report published in 2022. The current report is based on a comprehensive double-blind survey of 21,513 employers and employees in full-time roles across 21 global markets, spanning industries from financial service

JUNE 11, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

You might know that my iPad Pro has been my trusty on-the-go companion for the past 10 years. I’ve loved having cellular connectivity right out of the box, a vast selection of apps, and access to all my content wherever I travel. Despite the occasional friction—especially with multitasking—I’ve cont

JUNE 11, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

I hate to steal Google’s tagline for this I really don’t but this year felt like Apple trying to make platforms more helpful. There’s this general consensus that Apple is behind in AI, missing out on chatbots and ignoring what most consider to be the next generation of experiences. The common saying

JUNE 11, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Neoclouds vs. Hyperscalers: The Infrastructure Gap is Closing The AI infrastructure market is entering a new phase. What began as an urgent scramble for GPUs has evolved into a more structured battle between hyperscalers and a new class of GPU-native cloud providers. These neoclouds—companies like C

JUNE 11, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

In our view, WWDC 2025 presented a focused update on Apple’s long-term platform priorities. The event emphasized consistent investment in ecosystem design, developer tools, and privacy-first AI integration. Apple’s approach to AI, platform unification, and device productivity aligns with its broader

JUNE 11, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Cisco Live 2025 has set a clear direction for the company’s future, spotlighting new advancements in AI-ready infrastructure. While the technical announcements are notable, what stands out to me is how Cisco’s evolving company culture and unified leadership under, Chief Product Officer, Jeetu Patel

JUNE 3, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

After several weeks as part of the early release program for Amazon’s Alexa+, I’ve had the chance to put the new assistant through its paces—across daily routines, smart home management, and spontaneous conversations. As a long-time Alexa user, I can confidently say that Alexa+ represents a signific

MAY 30, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Dell Technologies delivered robust first quarter fiscal 2026 results that exceeded expectations across key metrics, demonstrating the company’s successful pivot toward AI infrastructure while maintaining strength in its core enterprise business. The company reported revenue of $23.4 billion, represe

MAY 28, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

A new study from Cisco reveals that agentic artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of fundamentally transforming the way businesses deliver customer service and support. According to the research, which surveyed nearly 8,000 business and technical decision-makers across 30 countries, agentic A

MAY 21, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Summary of the News: AI-Centric I/O: Google I/O 2025 heavily focused on Gemini AI and its integration across Google’s ecosystem, particularly Search, signaling a major strategic shift towards an AI-driven future. Android-specific news was largely separated. Gemini Model Advancements: Continued evolu

MAY 20, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

At Dell Technologies World 2025, Dell unveiled a suite of innovations designed to make AI accessible, scalable, and secure for organizations everywhere. The event’s key themes were brought to life through significant product launches and strategic partnerships, underscoring Dell’s ambition to be the

MAY 19, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft Build 2025 opened with a visionary keynote from CEO Satya Nadella, who outlined Microsoft’s commitment to building an “open agentic web.” In this new paradigm, AI agents will interact, make decisions, and autonomously perform tasks for individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Nadella’

MAY 13, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Airbnb’s Summer 2025 Release marks an important moment in the company’s evolution. With the unveiling of Airbnb Services, a reimagined Airbnb Experiences platform, and a completely rebuilt app, Airbnb is signaling its ambition to become much more than a place to book a home. Instead, the company is

MAY 9, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Investor sentiment on Arm’s latest earnings quarter leaned constructive. Analysis of investor questions and sentiment from the call focused on strategic positioning, monetization pathways, and clarity around near-term uncertainties. Management’s tone was confident, particularly in AI-driven tailwind

MAY 9, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

AMD’s Q1 call struck a cautiously optimistic tone. Strong execution in Client and CPU gives the company breathing room as it navigates GPU export headwinds and ramps toward its next inflection point with MI350 and MI400. The Q&A focused less on surprises and more on timing, share gains, and the cred

MAY 5, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The Disaggregated Era of Design The semiconductor industry is entering a new phase. Progress is no longer measured by packing more transistors onto a single monolithic die. It is measured by how effectively systems are composed from smaller, specialized components. This is the disaggregated era of d

MAY 5, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

All AI factories are data centers, but not all data centers are AI factories. For much of the last two decades, enterprise infrastructure strategy has been grounded in cost control. Data centers were built to support core IT functions—storage, compute, and networking—with an emphasis on efficiency,

MAY 2, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple’s fiscal Q2 2025 results showed solid growth. Revenue was $95.4 billion (up 5% YoY) Net income rose to $24.78 billion (vs. $23.64 b in Q2 FY24), and diluted EPS was $1.65 (a March-quarter record, up 8% YoY). Services revenue hit a new high (≈$26.64 b, +12% YoY) and driving much of the growth,

MAY 1, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Meta Platforms reported a strong first quarter 2025, with revenue and profit both well ahead of expectations. Q1 revenue was $42.31 billion (up ~16% YoY), driven by robust advertising demand. Net income jumped to $16.64 billion (+35% YoY)​, yielding earnings of $6.43 per share (well above the ~$5.28

MAY 1, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft’s Q3 FY2025 results (quarter ended March 31, 2025) reflected continued strength in cloud and AI-driven businesses. Total revenue was $70.1 billion, up 13% year-over-year (15% in constant currency)​. Net income grew 18% to $25.8 billion, and diluted EPS rose 18% to $3.46​. Microsoft Cloud r

APRIL 25, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways on Google’s 1Q25 Earnings Sustained AI Momentum Across Products and Infrastructure: Gemini 2.2 is now embedded across 15 products with 500M+ users, while AI Overviews in Search surpassed 1.5B MAUs. Visual and voice-first inputs like Google Lens and Circle to Search are driving deepe

APRIL 25, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Weak Q2 Guidance Reflects Tariff Uncertainty: Intel guided Q2 revenue significantly below expectations at $11.8 billion, down 7% quarter-over-quarter, citing macroeconomic uncertainty and potential tariff-related demand impacts. Product Delays and Competitive Pressures: The delay of th

APRIL 25, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

In the latest episode of my TEQ podcast, I had the pleasure to engaged in an insightful conversation with Alexia Cambon, Head of Research on Microsoft’s Copilot and Future of Work team, about how artificial intelligence and AI agents are fundamentally reshaping the workplace. The discussion explored

APRIL 25, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

In a move to strengthens its position in the premium smartphone segment, Motorola has unveiled its 2025 Razr lineup, expanding to three models and showcasing a commitment to lifestyle technology that’s capturing younger audiences in increasingly competitive markets. Color and Expression at the Core

APRIL 9, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Takeaways: Google Cloud unveiled Ironwood (TPUv7), its first inference-optimized TPU, offering massive leaps in compute (5x), HBM capacity (6x), and power efficiency (2x) over the previous generation. Performance is estimated to be within 5% of an Nvidia B200, despite TPUv7’s single primary comp

APRIL 2, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

We are in a huge AI compute shortage right now. At this very moment! When you hear most people talk about this, it’s generally in regards to model scaling and compute scaling for training. Not enough compute so labs can’t scale up the scaling laws. Right now is different, it’s the Ghibilification of

MARCH 17, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN, AUSTIN LYONS

Executive Summary Custom CPU development is essential for maximizing the efficiency and performance of accelerated computing architectures. NVIDIA’s strategic approach to CPU design, specifically its purpose-built Arm-based CPUs, delivers significant competitive advantages by addressing the limitati

MARCH 1, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The GPU vs. Custom ASIC debate is easily one of the most talked about dynamics regarding AI compute infrastructure. I have dug deeply into the debate in this article here (Understanding the Hyper Scaler Custom ASIC Strategy). There is no doubt this is a central question NVIDIA executives get from i

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

A closer look at NVIDIA’s Q4 earnings call highlights key investor concerns that management tackled head-on throughout the discussion. The conversation sheds light on the company’s strategic direction and how the market perceives its leadership in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure space. 1. Bla

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

A few days ago, xAI announced Grok 3 and it’s easily the best LLM I’ve used. Good vibes, great quality, fast token generation, and happened to be trained on the most compute for any model (200,000 H100s). During the stream, Elon Musk said xAI is already working on Grok 4’s data center, which will be

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

China’s smartphone market, the world’s largest, could be at an inflection point not seen since the initial smartphone boom. In recent quarters, the market has shown signs of recovery, with local brands benefiting from a surge in premium offerings as more Chinese consumers are willing to spend on new

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

The GPU vs. Custom ASIC debate is one of the most talked about in our circles of tech executives and investors. It is also a debate that requires more in-depth analysis to fully understand. I want to look at the custom ASIC strategy in two ways relative to this debate. The first is how custom…

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways The Narrative is clearly shifting as concerns the AI product roadmap is weaker than expected AMD’s datacenter GPU business faces a muted growth outlook in 1H25, with revenue expected to be flat versus 2H24 ($5.1B total in 2024). While management expects acceleration in 2H25 with the MI

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple delivered record Q1 FY25 revenue of $124.3 billion, up 4% year-over-year, driven by strong Services growth (+14%) and robust Mac and iPad performance. While iPhone revenue remained flat and China sales declined 11%, the company saw encouraging results from its new Apple Intelligence features a

JANUARY 30, 2025 / CAROLINA MILANESI

In Q2 FY2025, Microsoft delivered strong financial results with revenue reaching $69.6 billion and net income of $22.4 billion , driven primarily by exceptional growth in its AI and cloud services, where the annual AI revenue run rate exceeded $13 billion, representing a 175% year-over-year increase

JANUARY 27, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

I know it sounds off, but after spending some time getting back into gaming thanks to the RTX 5090, and then looking at some of the technical details on the RTX 5090, I’ve been sold on Nvidia’s vision of neural rendering and AI-accelerated rendering. Frankly, I think it’s the only way going forward.

JANUARY 22, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Takeaways: AI-First Focus: Samsung positions the Galaxy S25 series as “true AI companions,” signaling a clear shift towards software and AI as the primary differentiator in a mature smartphone market. Google Gemini Powerhouse: Deep integration of Google’s Gemini Advanced, including Gemini Live a

JANUARY 10, 2025 / MAX WEINBACH

What’s Important: DLSS 4 introduces Multi Frame Generation, exclusive to RTX 50 Series GPUs, increasing frame rates up to 8x. A new transformer-based AI model replaces the convolutional neural network, improving stability, motion clarity, and reducing ghosting. Enhanced Ray Reconstruction is compati

DECEMBER 21, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Recent first-party benchmarking data provides crucial insight into the cost-performance dynamics between custom ASICs and GPUs across both training and inference workloads. The data reveals a nuanced competitive landscape where ASICs demonstrate meaningful cost-performance advantages, particularly i

DECEMBER 19, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Record Data Center Performance: Data center revenue grew 400% year-over-year and exceeded 50% of total revenue for the first time, highlighting Micron’s successful pivot toward AI-driven markets. HBM revenue more than doubled sequentially with strong margins, and the company has expand

DECEMBER 11, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Vertiv sits squarely at the intersection of two critical industry dynamics: the exponential growth in AI-driven compute demand and the infrastructure bottlenecks (power and cooling) this demand creates. As AI workloads increasingly strain traditional data center designs, Vertiv’s integrated power an

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Strong Financial Performance: Exceeded expectations with $10.2B in Q4 revenue and $2.69 EPS, while delivering record free cash flow of $11.2B for the year. This performance came despite challenging market conditions, demonstrating the company’s operational resilience. Successful Divers

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Strong Value-Based Pricing Power: Demonstrated by smartphone royalty revenue growing 40% despite only 4% unit growth, showing Arm’s ability to capture significantly more value per chip through V9 adoption and pricing power. This decoupling of revenue from units is a fundamental shift i

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Strong AI Adoption & Monetization: AI Overviews reached 1 billion+ monthly users with ads monetizing at similar rates to traditional search, addressing key investor concerns about the AI transition. Gemini API calls grew 14x in 6 months, while machine costs per query dropped 90% over 1

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Takeaways: Focus on performances cores for CPU and increased memory bandwidth. Several configurations available for the M4 series chips: M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max. CPU core count varies from 8 to 16 cores, with combinations of performance and efficiency cores, but focus on performance cores at high

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Points Tesla AI FSD v13 Update Highlights: Tesla has shipped its latest version to 50,000 customers, enhancing highway autonomy significantly. Version 13 (v13) Upgrade: v13 introduces major scaling and architecture improvements, including 3x model scaling, audio inputs for emergency vehicles, an

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Data Center Momentum: AMD’s Data Center segment more than doubled YoY to $3.5B, with the company raising its 2024 Data Center GPU revenue target to $5B+ from $4.5B+. Major wins at Microsoft and Meta demonstrate growing traction in AI acceleration, though still far behind NVIDIA’s domin

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple reported a record revenue of $94.9 billion for the September quarter, marking a 6% increase year-over-year. This growth is attributed to strong iPhone sales, significant advancements in services, and geographic segment revenue records in the Americas, Europe, and the rest of Asia Pacific. Appl

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

In Q1 FY2025, Microsoft emphasized its commitment to artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services, aligning with its long-term vision of integrating AI across its product suite. The company reported a 16% increase in revenue to $65.6 billion, with net income rising 11% to $24.7 billion. This grow

OCTOBER 31, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Massive Financial Reset: Over $20B in one-time charges and $10B+ cost reduction by 2025, marking fundamental pivot from technical catch-up to profitability focus AWS Deal: Multi-billion dollar commitment for custom Xeon and AI fabric chip validates Intel’s foundry strategy with premier

OCTOBER 31, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

The artificial intelligence revolution is reshaping the computing landscape, with profound implications for processor architecture and data center infrastructure. As AI systems grow increasingly sophisticated—from large language models to advanced reasoning agents—they are driving unprecedented dema

OCTOBER 31, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

The server computing landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation, challenging long-held assumptions about architectural dominance. While x86 processors have historically commanded the server market through their extensive software ecosystem and compatibility advantages, the rise of cloud co

OCTOBER 14, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Summary Tesla unveiled their vision for the future of transportation at the “We, Robot” event, showcasing the Robotaxi and Robovan. The Robotaxi is a sub-$30,000 autonomous vehicle designed for personal use and potentially part of a rideshare network. Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) technology, powe

OCTOBER 9, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Recent comprehensive research, which we have private access to, sheds light on the rapidly evolving landscape of AI adoption across industries. Based on a survey of 400 enterprises and an extensive analysis of company transcripts, the study reveals how businesses are increasingly leveraging AI to dr

OCTOBER 3, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

This week in New York, Microsoft revealed its new Copilot features focused on consumers. On stage, Microsoft AI CEO, Mustafa Suleyman spoke to the role AI is playing in redefining our everyday relationship with computers, the need for Copilot to be personable and relatable and the obligation of bal…

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Takeaways: Intel is back(!) with a really good, really efficient core design. Intel’s tiled SoC with TSMC N3B compute tile and N6 I/O tile works really well We’re at a point where performance and efficiency among all major PC silicon providers is more or less equal, moving the differentiation fr

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

This week on LinkedIn Live, Microsoft unveiled the second wave of innovations for its Copilot AI assistant, marking a significant step forward in enterprise AI integration. Just 18 months after the initial launch of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the tech giant delivers more tangible value to users through

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple’s recent unveiling of the iPhone 16 lineup has ignited discussions across the tech industry, focusing on its potential market impact and the role of artificial intelligence in driving adoption. Debunking the Super Cycle Myth The concept of a “super cycle” for iPhone sales has been a topic of c

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Lenovo has announced a series of cutting-edge products at Lenovo Innovation World 2024, designed to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in its fullness and drive business transformation. The event, held in Berlin just before IFA, showcased the newly designed premium Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 1

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Today, Intel unveiled its highly anticipated Lunar Lake platform at IFA 2024 in Berlin. This launch marks a significant leap forward for the company, showcasing its commitment to leading the charge in AI-powered computing, high-performance graphics, and energy efficiency. With a focus on delivering

AUGUST 19, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Today, AMD announced they are acquiring ZT Systems for $4.9 billion. This move is highly strategic, as AMD looks to go from full stack to full rack as the basis of competition in the AI server market continues to change and a much more vertical approach than ever is needed. Key Takeaways AMD has an

AUGUST 15, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Key Takeaways: Geekbench AI 1.0 is a new cross-platform benchmark suite designed for machine learning, deep learning, and AI-centric workloads. It provides three main scores: Single Precision, Half Precision, and Quantized, reflecting different precision levels used in AI tasks. The benchmark includ

AUGUST 13, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Gathering feedback and synthesizing six CIO/CTO surveys from investment bank broker research, we summarize the key findings on how CIO/CTO’s are currently thinking about Generative AI investments and deployment. Recent analysis of CIO perspectives reveals a nuanced and strategic approach to Generati

AUGUST 7, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

The landscape of data center construction and design is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven primarily by the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) workloads and their unprecedented power demands. This shift is reshaping how data centers are designed, built, and operated. Central to this evolut

AUGUST 7, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

As data centers continue to proliferate and expand to meet the ever-growing demands of our digital world, the need for innovative cooling solutions has become increasingly urgent. This report examines why new methods of cooling data centers are critical, considering environmental, technological, eco

AUGUST 4, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

The standout for Qualcomm was the auto growth as the strength of the ADAS solutions from Qualcomm continue to drive this business. Because it is ADAS/digital, Qualcomm is providing solutions to not just EVs but traditional power train and that is a key area of current differentiation among the other

AUGUST 2, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Talking about Intel after this quarters news feels like it needs to be more a deep conversation than a post, but given this is probably the hottest topc in semis right now, there are a few points to get across. First, the cost reduction plan is clearly necessary. There has been mounting evidence tha

AUGUST 2, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple’s Q3 FY2024 earnings call revealed a new June quarter revenue record of $85.8 billion, up 5% year-over-year, surpassing expectations with a double-digit EPS growth to $1.40. This performance was driven by strong demand across Apple’s product lines, including a slight decline in iPhone revenue

JULY 31, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft has demonstrated robust financial health in its Q4 2024 earnings, showcasing significant year-over-year growth. The company’s determined push into cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) continues to pay off, with substantial revenue increases across its main segments. The integra

JULY 31, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

AMD’s performance reflects its strategic emphasis on high-performance computing, particularly in AI and data center markets. The company has raised its forecast for data center GPU revenue, projecting over $4.5 billion for the year. This upward revision suggests AMD’s increasing confidence in its AI

JULY 28, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

IBM’s Q2 2024 earnings present a mixed picture, with some areas of strength, notably in the Software segment and areas of concern, particularly in Consulting. The company’s financial performance exceeded expectations in some key metrics, leading Morgan Stanley to adjust its CY24 estimates slightly u

JULY 17, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

At Amazon’s AWS Summit in New York City, Generative AI was the primary focus, with AWS emphasizing its full-stack capabilities, extensive customer data, and security-oriented approach as key differentiators. Event focal points: 1. Generative AI Focus: AWS is heavily emphasizing its generative AI cap

JULY 17, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Our analysis of recent CIO surveys from Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, and Piper Sandler reveals a cautiously optimistic outlook for IT spending in 2024-2025. While overall budget growth remains moderate, there are significant shifts in prioritization towards AI, cloud, and security investments. This

JULY 15, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Over the course of this series, we have been exploring ways developers have been utilizing the NPU, and taking advantage of its dedicated AI processing capabilities. While we still have more developer stories to tell, one clear insight has stood out from many of our discussions with a gamut of softw

JULY 15, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Unlocking New Possibilities: djay Pro’s Innovative Use of NPU for Enhanced Performance In the world of digital music production and performance, Algoriddim has always been at the forefront of innovation, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible with their application djay Pro. A recen

JULY 15, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

At AMD’s Tech Day in Los Angeles last week, the company unveiled its latest salvo in the increasingly competitive laptop processor market with the announcement of the Ryzen AI 300 Series. These new chips aim to challenge the efficiency and AI capabilities that have made ARM-based processors from App

JUNE 17, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

At the recent Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple made several pivotal announcements relating to generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) —though they uniquely branded it as “Apple intelligence.” The naming aligns with Apple’s core principles and philosophy, emphasizing privacy, user experience

JUNE 13, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

We have been digging through a host of resources, speaking with technical executives, and investors, to summarize a few key points in the debate about Infiniband vs. Ethernet for AI networking in the data center. Below are the key point and pros and cons of each. The comparative analysis of Etherne

JUNE 13, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

In discussions we have had with investors post WWDC, there is a consensus that Apple is well positioned to capitalize on driving new excitement and awareness to Apple’s hardware, software, and services ecosystem. Apple is one of, if not, the best positioned to bring AI to the mainstream in useful an

JUNE 9, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

All eyes were set on Computex this week. Historically one of the world’s most influential tech expos in semiconductor business, Computex return to its glory as the who is who of the business descended onto Taipei to talk compute and AI. AMD, Qualcomm and Intel’s keynotes all provided a good opportun

JUNE 5, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

In the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing, the strategies of industry leaders Microsoft, Google, and Amazon reveal distinct approaches to integrating and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to stay ahead. Microsoft Azure: AI Integration and Custom Hardware Microsoft’s Azure is positioning

JUNE 4, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

At Computex 2024, AMD painted a comprehensive vision for the future of AI computing, addressing everything from the cloud to the edge. The company’s rapid pace of innovation across CPUs, GPUs, AI accelerators and adaptive computing shows no signs of slowing down. By moving to an annual cadence of In

JUNE 3, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Dell Technologies is making significant strides in the AI server market, as evidenced by its recent earnings reports. We provide some of the key drivers of Dell’s success in this segment, the opportunities ahead, and the potential challenges that could impact its growth trajectory. Growth in AI Serv

MAY 20, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

NPUs (Neural Processing Units) are rapidly establishing themselves as the optimal platform for executing a diverse array of AI workloads, especially those requiring prolonged periods of inference. The unique architecture of NPUs, tailored specifically for neural network operations, guarantees effici

MAY 20, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

CoPilot+ PCs and a New Category of AI PC Personal computing is at a unique inflection point with generative AI. Perhaps one we have not seen since the introduction of the graphical user interface. With a tremendous amount of excitement for AI enhanced software running on our computers, the NPU prov

MAY 20, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

Given there is a new standard in measuring NPU performance capabilities, it is critical we have a better understanding of the relationship between NPU TOPS and the relationship of TOPS as a metric and AI performance. While we completely agree, TOPS is a difficult metric to measure real-world AI perf

MAY 20, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH, BEN BAJARIN

While all compute cores are capable of handling AI workloads, the NPU stands out the most here as its architecture allows it to run these AI workloads at significantly lower wattage than CPU and GPU cores. NPUs have power management technique advantages over the CPU and GPU, specifically on AI workl

MAY 20, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

Developer Spotlight: Cephable Cephable is an accessibility software platform that allows users to control technology using various input methods beyond the traditional keyboard and mouse. Cephable’s software enables users to control computers, applications, and digital devices using alternative inpu

MAY 20, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN, MAX WEINBACH

What Makes the NPU Unique Now that AI is front and center, the NPU has become more important than ever for computing devices. But what differentiates the NPU and why is it better suited than CPUs and GPUs for many AI workloads? When looking specifically at the NPU’s role, it is its dedicated role o

MAY 15, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

During the anticipated Google I/O 2024 keynote, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, outlined the tech giant’s bold foray into what has been dubbed the “Gemini era”, marking a new chapter in the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI). During the two-hour keynote, the word AI was mentio

MAY 13, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the workplace’s artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a distant prospect to an immediate reality, marking a pivotal moment in modern employment and productivity practices. Microsoft’s release of the 2024 Work Trend Index report, titled “AI at w

MAY 9, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways Strong Revenue Growth and Future Confidence Continued Strategic Expansion into Multiple Markets Investment in Advanced Technologies and Ecosystem What’s Significant Arm Holdings plc reported a significant year-over-year revenue growth of 47%, reaching $928 million in Q4 FYE24, driven

MAY 8, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Key Takeaways The 13-inch is a great addition to this popular model as it allows buyers to get more screen real estate and with that a more computer-like productivity device, without having to buy up to the Pro model. Apple is strategically positioning its silicon and hardware as the optimal platfor

MAY 3, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Overall take aways, positives and negatives, along with major questions we still hear from investors in our note below. Key Takeaways Strong performance in a challenging market Extremely positive growth signs in auto and IOT Increasing strength of the sum of the parts/diversification story with AI

MAY 3, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

In this research note, we look at the positives and negatives from Apple’s March 2024 Q earnings. We also share what we gather are some of the main questions on investors minds from our recent conversations with the street. Key Takeaways Services remains a standout revenue point and is a signific

APRIL 28, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft’s impressive performance in 3Q24 was fueled by the strength of its cloud offerings and the transformative power of Microsoft Copilot and Copilot stack, which are driving a new era of AI transformation across industries. The company’s ability to drive innovation and deliver quantifiable val

APRIL 3, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

When it comes to Generative AI, power efficiency matters. Whether it’s carbon emissions from data center compute, often referred to as the cloud, inference or client battery for mobile, efficiency can not be ignored. According to Scientific American, “NVIDIA is forecasted to ship 1.5 million AI ser

MARCH 19, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Generative AI technologies, such as advanced language models like GPT-3/4, are rapidly gaining attention in the business world for their potential to transform operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. To understand how IT decision makers (ITDMs) view the integration of generative AI i

MARCH 1, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), the demand for computational power is outstripping the capabilities of traditional semiconductor architectures. This surge necessitates a paradigm shift towards special-purpose and AI-first designs, as exemplified by groundbreaking i

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Intel hosted an event, which was essentially the Intel Foundry coming out party. It is a historic event and a critical part of the puzzle for the Intel turnaround story. Key Takeaways Intel Foundry Looks best positioned for “systems” manufacturing which encompasses chipsets/advanced packaging Micro

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Apple had a strong beat and curious guide, which we will address. China has been interesting to watch and remains a concerning point. Key Takeaways Solid beat with gross margin strength and EPS Upside Strong quarter for iPhone even with China weak No new iPads launched in 2023 made a tough compare a

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Qualcomm beat exceptions and set strong momentum for the year. Insights below on the quarter highlights. Key Takeaways Solid numbers, largely beating expectations, and highlight on operating margin Smartphone outlook remains positive in a recovery year for the segment, however, only slight growth is

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 / CAROLINA MILANESI

Microsoft reported a 33% increase in profit and an 18% increase in revenue for the latest quarter. Investors are eager to see the company’s heavy heavy bet on artificial intelligence pay off. Key Takeaways Microsoft is steadily positioning itself as a critical enterprise partner for AI-driven busine

JANUARY 31, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

AMD released strong earnings for the quarter and strong optimism on growth for the year. Investors were hoping for more growth, which outlines the current challenge of many companies to manage investor expectations around AI as a whole, not just their company’s outlook. Key Takeaways AMD raised its

JANUARY 25, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

Intel announced earnings today that despite the weak guide sets them up for a strong 2024 and the full road to recovery and leadership looks to continue to be clear. Key Takeaways Continued execution of 5 nodes in 4 years remains on track Product recovery in data center and client leads to strong pr

JANUARY 18, 2024 / BEN BAJARIN

TSMC latest earnings commentary provides a positive outlook for the semiconductor industry in 2024. Key Takeaways Revenue Growth Forecast: TSMC expects 2024 to be a year of healthy growth with a projected increase in revenue of low-mid 20% in US$ terms. This growth is expected to outperform the wide

JANUARY 17, 2024 / MAX WEINBACH

Today’s Galaxy Unpacked was Samsung’s first event that focused more on software and AI experiences over their new hardware. It was clear through the event that Google and Samsung’s partnership got stronger with AI, with some first and only experiences powered by Google and Google Cloud. Key Takeaway

DECEMBER 15, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Intel’s AI Everywhere event showcased the formal launch of Intel Core Ultra and their next-generation server CPU. The event highlighted a turning point for Intel regarding product architecture and manufacturing. Key Takeaways Intel emphasized its scale as one of the key reasons it will play a sig

DECEMBER 11, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

At Lattice’s first developer event, the company continues to exercise its lead in mid to low range FPGAs with continued emphasis on low-power FPGA performance. Lattice Semiconductor estimates the amount of FPGAs to be deployed over the next 10 years to ~10B and their latest developer conference demo

DECEMBER 7, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Yesterday, AMD held an event launching a range of new products focused on AI as the event was themed Advancing AI. Key Takeaways increased its AI Accelerator TAM outlook to $400B+ in 2027 (up from $150B) driven by a faster pace of AI infrastructure buildout MI300X Official Launch with detailed specs

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

At Amazon’s yearly event, highlighting all the ways AWS is continuing to innovate around cloud platforms and infrastructure, they unveiled updates to two key parts of their custom silicon stack. Graviton 4 and Tranium 2. Key Takeaways On it’s fourth generation, Graviton continues to offer increased

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

As expected, Nvidia had a beat and raise. Below are key takeaways from the quarter and the call. Key Takeaways Nvidia’s guide and commentary should quell any concerns about growth into 2024 A key question from investors was on fending off competitors, CEO Jensen Huang articulated compelling cases fo

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

With the news that Microsoft has hired Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, after the absolute debacle that has been Open AI over the past few days, Microsoft has now emerged as the most powerful force in AI. Key Takeaways Microsoft is now in position to not be depending on an outside source for a…

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

What’s Significant Despite a beat, Arm’s stock was down after hours. One of the main challenges we feel facing investors is Arm is better evaluated on a yearly basis and not a quarterly one. Investors were negative due to a lower-guide for the next quarter which hinges solely on the timing of a cust

OCTOBER 31, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

What Was Significant Our view has consistently been that Apple’s ambition with the Mac business is to continue to grow to take share from Windows in the higher-end>$1000 segment of the laptop market. Apple, in the last few years, has hovered around 10% of WW PC sales, and while they have never been

OCTOBER 25, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

What’s Significant Qualcomm has finally shared extensive details of their Oryon custom architecture purpose-built to take Arm-based Windows PCs to the next level. This is a result of years of work via their acquisition of Nuvia, and represents a significant moment for Qualcomm as they return to a pr

OCTOBER 24, 2023 / MAX WEINBACH

Today at Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm announced their 2024 flagship mobile chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Below is our thoughts on what is significant and a recap of the main announcements. What’s Significant: Gen AI is being a popular marketing term and also a differentiating factor for a lot of consu

OCTOBER 24, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

The recent report from Reuters about Nvidia looking to make a push with an Arm PC chip has been a long time coming. We have known about Nvidia’s interests in this space for several years as a part of a broader CPU roadmap on Arm moving from data center to PC. The report also highlights…

OCTOBER 20, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

One of the biggest trends we have continued to reference is the move to custom silicon by numerous names in big tech. Almost every major player in technology has some aspect of custom silicon, and you would be hard-pressed to find a product or category in tech that is built purely from off-the-shelf

OCTOBER 20, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

The US recently imposed new restrictions on exports of advanced semiconductors and manufacturing equipment to China. These new controls primarily target AI chips, equipment, and computing systems destined for Chinese companies working on national security projects. The new rules refine and expand on

OCTOBER 10, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

IBM recently announced the general availability of WatsonX. Below is our thoughts on what is significant and a recap of the main announcements. What’s Significant With GenAI being a significant driver on enterprise interest, businesses still have more questions than answers in terms of how they wil

OCTOBER 6, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Executive Summary The automotive industry is undergoing a major transition as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) shift towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs). SDVs rely on integrated computing systems and software to manage core vehicle operations instead of mechanical controls. This transiti

OCTOBER 6, 2023 / CAROLINA MILANESI

During an analyst and press event held at its HQ’s Customer Experience Center in Palo Alto, HP showcased new hardware and services providing a glimpse of the opportunity the company has to deliver increased ROI as it leans into providing added value from the data captured by the devices customers us

OCTOBER 4, 2023 / MAX WEINBACH

Today, Made by Google held their fall devices launch. Below is our thoughts on what is significant and the recap of the news. What’s Significant The key takeaway from Made by Google’s 2023 hardware event is the emphasis on improved AI and ML capabilities. Google announced 7 years of security updates

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Meta held their annual Connect conference Wednesday and at the event doubled down on their initiative to democratize specific technology experiences like VR, AR, and AI. They stated their primary goal and driving motivation to innovate is to improve each years technology platforms and offer them at

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Key Takeaways: Non-owners are most likely to try VR headsets with friends (52.3%) rather than in stores. Simulation games, YouTube/Netflix, and action games were the top experiences tried. The majority of non-owners (64.5%) had a positive first VR experience. 45.95% expressed potential interest in p

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

On September 21st, 2023 Microsoft held their fall event focusing on new capabilities of Windows around AI and launching new Surface hardware. Below are our thoughts on what was significant and a recap of the main news. What’s Significant Microsoft continues to weave AI into the total experience with

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

Amazon held its fall devices event and launched a number of new products that showcased their commitment to the consumer devices category. Below are our thoughts on what stood out and a summary of the main device announcements. What Significant In our view, the main push is the continued investment

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

– Overview of Intel Packaging Solutions – Intel Announces Glass Substrates – Details on Glass Substrates and Intel’s Ambition to Lead – Why It’s Significant

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN, CAROLINA MILANESI

Apple held its annual iPhone event on September 13th, 2023, to announce the new iPhone 15 lineup, Apple Watch Series 9, and Apple Watch Ultra 2. This report provides an overview of the key announcements and new products revealed at the event, as well as analyst insights on what was significant from

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 / MAX WEINBACH

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is an annual event that brings together developers from around the world to learn about the latest innovations in Apple’s software platform. The event is typically held in June, and it usually features a keynote address by Apple CEO Tim Cook, as well as

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 / BEN BAJARIN

This research report analyzes the upcoming transition from FinFET to gate-all-around (GAA) transistor architecture and the significant implications for semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes. Key findings include: – GAA represents the biggest change in logic chip design since the introd