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Rear view of a modified GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card with 32 GB memory, produced on China's shadow market

China's Shadow Market: Mass Production of Modified GeForce RTX 4080 with 32GB Memory

Technology 08/12/2026, 06:17
🇨🇳 China has launched mass production of modified GeForce RTX 4080 cards with 32GB of memory. 🚀 In August 2026, a surge in offers for RTX 4080 cards was recorded on the secondary market in the Middle Kingdom, with memory volume increased from 16 to 32 GB. The cost of such "chipped" cards is around $1480. 🛠 Essence of the modification: physical replacement of memory chips and BIOS flashing. Bus width remains the same (256 bits), but the memory volume allows running heavy AI tasks. ⚠️ Risks: - Lack of official warranty. - Need to use modified drivers. - Questions regarding soldering reliability and longevity. For AI enthusiasts, this is currently the cheapest way to get 32 GB of memory, but the price is system stability. #RTX4080 #ChinaTech #HardwareMod
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Redmi K100 Pro smartphone in white body with powerful camera and REDMI logo, showcasing future design in 2026

The Era of Giant Batteries: Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max Change the Game in 2026

Technology 08/12/2026, 05:31
🚀 Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max in China! These are not just flagships, but battery life record-breakers. 📱 🔋 Batteries up to 9070 mAh (Jinshajiang technology) 📸 200 MP camera and periscope in the Max version 🚀 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor + discrete D2 graphics ⚡ 100W charging and 185Hz screen 💰 Prices starting from $550 The revolution in the world of smartphones is here! #Redmi #Xiaomi #TechNews
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White drone with a solar panel on its wing, showcasing wireless charging technology for infinite flight

Infinite Flight: Chinese Scientists Create In-Air Laser Charging System for Drones

Technology 08/12/2026, 05:07
🇨🇳 Chinese scientists have created a breakthrough technology for drones, allowing them to charge from a laser directly in flight. Scientists from the Civil Aviation University of China developed a wing-mounted receiver using a tandem architecture: perovskite cells capture green laser light, while a thermoelectric generator converts heat into energy. 🔬 Key innovations: - Use of antimony triselenide nanocrystals to protect against overheating up to 90°C. - Integration of air cooling into the wing structure to increase efficiency. - The drone operated without power drops at 7820 rpm during tests. Despite the success, experts point out risks: difficulty aiming the laser in turbulence and safety threats. In the context of the ban on Chinese drones in the US (2025), this technology could become a new ace for Beijing. 🚁⚡️
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Disassembled CALB lithium-ion battery on the production line, showing the aftermath of mass failures in GAC electric vehicles

Supply Chain Crisis: CALB Launches Total Audit Following Mass Battery Failures in GAC Electric Vehicles

Technology 08/11/2026, 01:36
🔋 **Automotive Crisis: CALB Changes Standards Following Mass Battery Failures in GAC Aion** China's largest battery manufacturer, CALB, has launched a total production audit after 182 GAC Aion owners complained about battery malfunctions. 📉 **Scale of the Problem:** - Approximately 213,000 vehicles affected. - Failure rate stands at 4.7%. - Issue identified in 177 Ah LFP batteries. 🛠 **What is Changing:** - Tightened control over electrode coating density (tolerance ±1.5%). - Audit of raw materials purchased in 2022–2023. Experts note that this could become a turning point for safety standards in the EV industry. #GAC #CALB #ElectricVehicles #Safety
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HBM4 memory chip from SK hynix, illustrating the news about espionage in favor of China

South Korea's Supreme Court Upholds Sentence for Former SK hynix Employee for Espionage in Favor of China

Technology 08/09/2026, 20:17
🚨 <b>Seoul Supreme Court</b> upholds sentence for former <b>SK hynix</b> employee for leaking secrets to China. 📉 In 2022, an employee transferred CMOS sensor data to a Chinese firm to secure employment. ⚖️ Sentence: <b>18 months in prison</b>. Appeal rejected. 🇰🇷 The case highlights the risks of industrial espionage in the semiconductor industry. #SKhynix #Technology #SouthKorea #Espionage #Semiconductors
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