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IBM has unveiled the latest version of its mainframe hardware, the IBM z17, featuring updates aimed at accelerating AI adoption. The fully encrypted mainframe is powered by an IBM Telum II processor, designed to meet the demands of modern computing. This release signifies IBM's commitment to advancing technology and security in the digital age. Full Article

Space Systems Command has reassigned the launch of GPS III SV-08 satellite from ULA's Vulcan rocket to SpaceX's Falcon 9, marking the second time in six months that SpaceX will deploy a US military satellite. This satellite will join the Space Force's navigation fleet, providing positioning and timing signals for military and civilian users worldwide. The Vulcan rocket, originally booked for the launch in 2023, is now set to launch its first national security mission...

Meta recently released two new Llama 4 models, Scout and Maverick, with Maverick claiming to outperform competitors on LMArena but later revealed to be an experimental, optimized version for conversationality. LMArena expressed concerns about fair evaluations and Meta's transparency, prompting Meta's VP to deny claims of training on test sets. The confusing release and discrepancies between benchmark rankings and real-world performance highlight the challenges and competition in the AI development landscape. Full Article

Framework, a company known for producing upgradeable and repairable laptops, will be pausing sales on several versions of one of its models in America due to Trump's tariffs. The affected models include the Ultra 5 125H and Ryzen 5 7640U versions of the Framework Laptop 13. The company clarified that these specific models will be temporarily removed from their US site, while still being available for customers ordering outside of America. Full Article

Framework, known for its modular and repairable laptops, is temporarily pausing US sales on certain configurations due to new tariffs on Taiwanese imports by the Trump administration. The affected models will be removed from the online store with no timeline for their return. The company cited the 10 percent tariff increase as the reason for the pause, a move also seen by other consumer goods makers like Nintendo. Full Article

Framework has announced a temporary pause in US sales of certain laptop models due to the Trump administration's tariffs that went into effect on April 5th. The affected models include the Framework Laptop 13 systems Ultra 5 125H and Ryzen 5 7640U, which have been removed from the company's website. The tariffs have forced Framework to reevaluate its pricing strategy, as other consumer goods makers have also taken similar actions in response to the increased...