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$2000 Nvidia Geforce RTX 5090 gets tested on creative software and AI and obliterates absolutely everything in its path

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Nvidia's fastest GPU is unsurprisingly expensive and power hungry, just like its predecessor It is also extremely fast and leaves the RTX 4090 and AMD's fastest GPU, well behind Early benchmarks show there's far more potential once drivers and updates are rolled out Nvidia’s latest flagship GPU, the GeForce RTX 5090 , was announced at CES 2025 and has just gone on sale, although Nvidia has warned that it expects to sell out quickly . Built on the Blackwell architecture, the RTX 5090 is a successor to the RTX 4090, and features 32GB of VRAM, increased CUDA core counts, and improved memory bandwidth. Puget Systems, which previously tested the GeForce RTX 4090 , has just benchmarked the RTX 5090 across various creative applications , including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve and as you might expect, the results were impressive. In Premiere Pro, Puget Systems found the RTX 5090 was slightly faster than the RT...

Only two weeks in and AI phenomenon DeepSeek is officially growing faster than ChatGPT

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Similiarweb data claims DeepSeek’s usage doubled to 12 million people worldwide in the space of two days Release of DeepSeek’s R1 model has prompted panic in Western AI leaders worried about their bottom line ChatGPT continues to outperform DeepSeek in sheer page hits, but not in growth In the space of two weeks, open source and MIT-licenced Chinese large language model (LLM) DeepSeek has taken the AI tool world by storm, sending Western AI-leader Nvidia stock plummeting and prompting OpenAI’s Sam Altman to accuse DeepSeek’s developers of using its models to train theirs . Western AI figureheads are right to be on their toes, as new data shared exclusively with TechRadar Pro from Similarweb has shown DeepSeek’s centralised web and mobile app version (the nature of open source means that users can run various models locally on their own hardware, which Similarweb would not have data for) is seeing considerable growth. ChatGPT versus DeepS...

Squarespace's 2025 Super Bowl ad features Saltburn star and a donkey, in a pub

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Squarespace teams up with Barry Keoghan for new Super Bowl ad campaign A comedy teaser video is available to watch The ad will air between the 1st and 2nd quarters at Super Bowl LIX When I woke up this morning I didn’t think I’d be talking about bath water drinking actors, donkeys, and one of the world’s most watched sporting events - but here I am - thanks for making my day a little weirder Squarespace. Earlier this month Squarespace, one of the best website builders , released a short teaser from the company's upcoming Super Bowl 2025 ad campaign. It offered few details beyond an unidentifiable man riding a donkey down a country track. Yesterday, everything became a little clearer after I received a press release from Squarespace detailing some exciting new details about the ‘A Tale As Old As Websites’ Super Bowl ad campaign. It is now revealed that the mystery man is Barry Keoghan, the Irish actor, perhaps best known for that scene...

Nvidia's RTX 5080 has dethroned AMD's RX 7900 XTX at the same price – but good luck finding one

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Nvidia's new RTX 5080 GPU performs better than AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX at raw rasterization and ray tracing DLSS 4 performance takes it further, while the RX 7900 XTX only has FSR 3 for now Scalping could leave many people buying AMD GPUs instead The best of Nvidia's RTX 5000 series GPUs are finally here, with the RTX 5090 ($1,999 / £1,939 / AU$4,039) and the RTX 5080 ($999 / £939 / AU$2,019) launching yesterday. With comparisons now out in the wild, it's clear to see that the RTX 5080 defeats AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX while sitting at the same listed price - although the chances of finding one at that price are slim. At both raw rasterization and (unsurprisingly) ray tracing performance, Team Green's RTX 5080 comes out on top against its rivals' flagship RX 7000 series GPU in several games as evident in Gamer Meld 's comparison on YouTube (available below). Whilst it isn't by a huge margin (at least i...

How technology Is empowering accountants to deliver greater value to SMBs

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Traditionally seen as number crunchers handling compliance and bookkeeping, accountants are now evolving into strategic advisers, helping businesses navigate challenges and identify growth opportunities. This shift is being driven by tools like automation, artificial intelligence (AI), financial management software (FMS) and cloud-based systems, which enable accountants to deliver insights and advice far beyond traditional expectations. According to the 2024 Intuit QuickBooks Accountant Technology Survey, 50% of accounting firms plan to increase their technology investments in the coming year. This demonstrates the growing importance of technology in enhancing efficiency and equipping accountants to meet the increasingly complex needs of businesses. Financial management systems (FMS) are one of the most transformative tools helping businesses to automate routine tasks, provide real-time financial insights, and empower accountants to move beyond ...

DeepSeek and the race to surpass human intelligence

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Back in October, I met with a young German start-up CEO who had integrated the open-source approach by DeepSeek into his Mind-Verse platform and made it comply with German data privacy (DSGVO) standards. Since then, many rumors have been circulating that China has chosen a different architectural structure for its foundation model—one that relies not only on open source, but is also much more efficient, requiring neither the same level of training data nor the same compute resources. When it comes to DeepSeek, this is not a singular “breakthrough moment.” Rather, AI development continues on an exponential trajectory: progress is becoming faster, its impact broader, and with increasing investment and more engineers involved, fundamental breakthroughs in engineering and architecture are just beginning. Contrary to some market spokespeople, investors, and even certain foundation model pioneers, this is not solely about throwing infinite compute at ...

Cooling high-density data centers with coolant distribution units

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support The rise of Generative AI, from tools like ChatGPT to a new wave of AI tools , is reshaping technology demands, driving a surge in the need for advanced CPUs and GPUs. These powerful processors, with ever-increasing thermal design power (TDP)—like Nvidia’s GB200 Grace Blackwell superchip consuming 1,200W per GPU with racks powering 120kW—are pushing power and cooling requirements to unprecedented levels, making traditional air cooling solutions insufficient. Enter liquid cooling. With adoption projected to grow at a 45% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028, direct-to-chip liquid cooling solutions, powered by coolant distribution units (CDUs), are transforming how data centers handle the heat generated by high-performance AI workloads. Cooling efficiency isn’t just a consideration—it’s a necessity as AI processors continue to push power and density boundaries. This article examines how CDUs are supporting thermal heat management, e...

It’s time to catch up with cyber attackers

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support The cyber threat landscape has reached a critical tipping point. According to the UK government's 2024 Cyber Security Breaches Survey, a staggering 50% of businesses experienced some form of cyber breach in the last 12 months, with this figure rising dramatically to 70% for medium businesses and 74% for large businesses. Phishing attacks dominate the threat landscape, accounting for 84% of business breaches, followed by email impersonation (35%) and malware (17%). The statistics, while alarming, reveal only part of the challenge facing organizations today. The most pressing issue isn't just the increasing frequency of attacks, but also the growing disparity between how quickly attackers can breach systems and how long organizations take to respond. Contemporary security technologies can detect threats within minutes, yet the average time for organizations to fully identify, contain and restore systems stretches to about 20 days – with ...

The Dyson handheld vacuum I've been waiting for is finally here, and it looks set to blow all other handheld vacs out of the water

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Dyson has launched the Dyson Car+Boat handheld vacuum It has many of the same features as Dyson's full-sized stick vacuums Available in US now for $199.99, and in the UK from 4 Feb at £249.99 I've been waiting for Dyson to release a handheld vacuum, and my patience has finally paid off: today, the brand unveiled the Dyson Car+Boat, and it looks set to outshine the rest of the best handheld vacuums currently on the market. The Car+Boat looks like someone took a Dyson stick vacuum and shrunk it in the wash. You can't really tell from the press photos, but this thing is dinky. That pint-sized build packs a punch though – this handheld model has a lot in common with the best Dyson cordless vacuums from the wider range, including powerful suction, useful detail tools, advanced filtration and a long battery life. Unfortunately, the similarity also extends to the price – its list price is $199.99 / £249.99, which is cheaper than the ...

4 key trends redefining the IT landscape

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support The IT industry is undergoing seismic change as businesses adapt to a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Emerging trends such as generative AI, sustainable computing, and secure enterprise infrastructure are pushing organizations to rethink their approaches to scalability, energy efficiency, and innovation. These shifts are not merely incremental—they are transformative, reshaping the foundation of IT strategy for years to come. Bold leaders are tasked with solving unprecedented challenges, including meeting increasing demand for compute power while maintaining operational sustainability. The rise of AI-driven workloads is placing new pressures on IT infrastructure , requiring companies to adopt architectures capable of delivering high performance at scale. Simultaneously, the need for energy-efficient solutions is accelerating innovation in both hardware design and data center management, ensuring these systems remain cost-effective and e...

Thousands of UK workers might now get a four day work week

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support 200 UK companies have signed up for a 4 day work week The move follows successful trials across the globe It is expected to boost productivity and worker well-being For 5,000 lucky workers, the four-day working week just got one step closer. The 4 Day Week Campaign has revealed 200 companies have now signed up for a permanent four-day working week with no loss of pay for staff. There’s representation from a few different sectors in this pledge, with 18 Arts and Design firms, alongside Engineering & Manufacturing (12) Recruitment & HR (12), Entertainment (9), Accountancy, Banking & Finance (8) and Property Development, Trades & Construction (6) all signing up. Win-win The trend amongst tech companies in 2024 was generally the opposite, with firms such as Amazon leading the charge in rolling back hybrid working to issue return to work orders. But four-day work week campaigners hail the change as a ‘win-win’, with increase...

From smart cities to streaming: 2025 wireless tech predictions

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support As 2025 arrives, it’s clear that the internet’s vast capabilities – spanning cloud services to emerging technologies like AI – depend on robust infrastructure. From smart cities to streaming services, while data might be the lifeblood of modern organizations, connectivity is the beating heart. No single technology can meet the world’s growing and diverse connectivity demands – nor should it. Instead, an intricate digital tapestry will emerge, reshaping industries and transforming the global economy. To paint a picture of this future, here are my predictions for connectivity in 2025. 1. More people will move beyond fiber – embracing the mmWave spectrum The notion that fiber will reach every corner of the world will be exposed as unrealistic and undesirable. While fiber makes sense in many areas, it’s not a silver bullet; financial and logistical challenges make it impractical in low-density regions. As such, mmWave will gain more recognition as ...

AI in 2025: Moving beyond code generation to intelligent development platforms

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support The software development landscape of 2024 has revealed both the potential and limitations of current AI coding tools. While 74% of developers have embraced these tools, a revealing Stack Overflow study shows 36% struggling with code reliability. This isn't a failure of AI – it's a clear indication of where AI tools need to evolve. The emergence of "AI Debt" – the hidden costs arising from hastily deployed AI-generated code – in industry discussions highlights a crucial challenge: AI-generated code often requires extensive review and optimization before it's production-ready, diminishing the efficiency gains made in the initial code generation process. However, studies showing tools like Copilot introducing up to 41% more bugs point not to AI's limitations, but to the need for more sophisticated approaches to AI-assisted development. What are these approaches? Looking ahead to 2025, here are five key developments that ...

What is the Dyson Digital Slim vacuum, and should I buy one?

Web Hosting & Remote IT Support Dyson tends to make quite a fuss when it releases a new vacuum (and rightly so). But towards the end of 2024 we spotted what looked like a brand new cordless vacuum that had been stealth-launched, with no fanfare: the Dyson Digital Slim. It's not a flagship model, and at the time of writing it was only available direct from Dyson in the US, although there are Amazon listings in both the US and AU. It looks to be a pared-back, slimmed-down, more budget-friendly alternative to the brand's flagship models. (It's not to be confused with the Dyson V12 Detect Slim , another non-flagship model, which launched alongside the Dyson V15 Detect in 2021.) We haven't had a chance to test this one out ourselves yet, so ahead of our official review, here's everything we know about the Dyson Digital Slim, and how it compares to the rest of the best Dyson vaccums ... Dyson Digital Slim: design & features As you might have guessed from th...