SoftBank to acquire chip designer Ampere in $6.5 billion deal

SoftBank Group said Wednesday that it will acquire Ampere Computing, a startup that designed an Arm-based server chip, for $6.5 billion.

CNBC - Mar. 20

SoftBank expands its AI footprint with $6.5 billion purchase of Ampere Computing

SoftBank Group Corp. announced late Wednesday it is acquiring semiconductor designer Ampere Computing in a $6.5 billion deal that will expand its investments in AI infrastructure.

MarketWatch - Mar. 20

SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 Billion

The move is a bet that Ampere’s chips can begin playing a significant role in data centers for creating artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - Mar. 19

SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 Billion

The move is a bet that Ampere’s chips can begin playing a significant role in data centers for creating artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - Mar. 19

SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 Billion

The move is a bet that Ampere’s chips can begin playing a significant role in data centers for creating artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - Mar. 19

A Panorama of Design Products

A look at design-world events, products and people.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

7 Tips for Designing a Website That Converts Visitors Into Buyers

These proven strategies will enhance your website’s design, build trust, and skyrocket conversions.

Inc. - Mar. 15

SoftBank expands AI portfolio with $6.5bn Ampere deal

Japanese tech group acquires US chip start-up specialising in data centre servers for artificial intelligence applications

Financial Times - Mar. 20

Mirrors That Are Designed to Dazzle

Sometimes, the art of making mirrors has little to do with reflection.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 20% Off | March 2025

Take 20% off with our Design Within Reach coupon code, plus save up to 50% on furniture, lighting, accessories, and more with our Design Within Reach coupons.

Wired - 1d

Eleveight Design wins Rochester Men’s Hockey League championship

Eleveight Design beats top-seeded DeNiro Development in Rochester Men’s Hockey League championship game at Rochester Ice Arena.

Yahoo Sports - 18h

New Edition Of Popular Game Design Book Gets Big Discount At Amazon

Aspiring game designers can save on the recently released new edition of one of the most popular game development reference books. Level Up: The Guide to Great Video Game Design by Scott Rogers ...

GameSpot - Mar. 7

Shoe designer Sophia Webster shares how she climbed to the top of an industry

Sophia Webster's designs have been worn by Beyonce, J. Lo and Rihanna. Her eponymous luxury shoe brand is part of an industry valued that was $43 billion dollars in 2024. Dana Jacobson sat down ...

CBS News - Mar. 15

Sen. Mark Kelly ditching his Tesla: 'Built and designed by an a‑‑hole'

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly (D) says he’s looking for a “new ride” and is going to get rid of his Tesla, which he says was “built and designed by an a‑‑hole.” “I’m here in Washington driving to work ...

The Hill - Mar. 14

Territory Studio SF designs future-facing interfaces for everything from cars to games | The DeanBeat

Territory Studio SF has created "future-facing" designs for everything from a GM concept car to the user interfaces in video games.

VentureBeat - Mar. 14

Designer Debuts at Tom Ford and Dries Van Noten

A difference with a distinction at Tom Ford. Plus the new Dries Van Noten lacked restraint.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

This Company’s Battery Is Designed to Get Extremely Hot

Fourth Power’s thermal batteries offer several advantages over lithium ones.

Inc. - Mar. 13

Raiders released Gardner Minshew with failed physical designation

It wasn't a surprise that the Raiders officially released quarterback Gardner Minshew on Wednesday.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

USTA SoCal to designate Bakersfield as first Tennis Town

The name of the city is Bakersfield, but next week, during the annual Bakersfield Tennis Open, there will be an official ceremony to permanently recognize it also as a “Tennis Town.” Done through ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Airbus to test radical engine design for successor to A320

‘Open fan’ technology part of plans to make new models 20-30% more fuel efficient than aircraft currently in air

Financial Times - 2d

Pilar Viladas, Architecture and Design Journalist, Dies at 70

Schooled in art history, she brought both authority and a human perspective to her writing and editing for Architectural Digest, HG, The Times and other publications.

The New York Times - 5h

Pilar Viladas, Architecture and Design Journalist, Dies at 70

Schooled in art history, she brought both authority and a human perspective to her writing and editing for Architectural Digest, HG, The Times and other publications.

The New York Times - 5h

How Designing Video Game Golf Courses Built a One-of-a-Kind Community

The world of golf architecture is exclusive and expensive, but virtual reality changed the game.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms

Former central banker won landslide victory in Liberal party race as trade war with US hastens transfer of power. Canada ’s incoming prime minister, Mark Carney, has met with Justin Trudeau as ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

How to Design Customer Success Teams to Boost Growth and Retention

A lot depends on what growth stage you’re in.

Inc. - Mar. 13

Gucci Taps Demna, Balenciaga’s Creative Director, as New Designer

Demna, who led Balenciaga to great heights, will step into the lead role.

The New York Times - Mar. 13

Hay’s Villa Colucci: an Italian palazzo with Danish design edge

A quartet of Copenhagen creatives has restored a Puglian pile – and you can rent it

Financial Times - Mar. 19

Barcelona design summer exit plan for defender despite obstacle

Barcelona look as if they may well hang onto two of their star players in Ronald Araujo and Frenkie de Jong beyond the summer, despite both looking like prime candidates to be sold in December. ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Are designer handbags an actual investment? Here’s how returns stack up

As far as investments go, only a few luxury handbags gain, rather than lose, value over time. Framing a bag as an investment does women a disservice, pros say.

CNBC - 5d

Rangers hat featuring vulgar Spanish word selling for big money on secondary market; more MLB hats pulled

Someone didn't think these designs all the way through

CBS Sports - Mar. 12

When the courts can’t save us, who can?

Our courts are not designed for the threat that Trumpian authoritarianism poses.

The Hill - 6d

Designer Ray-Ban Metas, An EV to Mock Tesla, and Portable Pizzas—Here’s Your Gear News of the Week

Plus: iRobot unveils its new robo vacs, JBL pimps its most beloved speakers, a bright future for TCL TVs, and more.

Wired - Mar. 15

Masterpieces on Ice: DaveArt Takes Ottawa Senator Goalie Mask Design To New Levels

Unless you arrive at the Canadian Tire Centre from the south end of the city limits, it is impossible not to notice the massive advertisement adorning the northeast side of the arena.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Inside the world of turbocharged turnkey homes

Designers and developers are creating a superstrata of ready-to-move in property, with elevated stagings of collectible art and design

Financial Times - Mar. 13

Manchester United need permission from airport authorities before progressing with new stadium plans

Manchester United have grand plans for a new 100,000-seater stadium to replace Old Trafford with the designs already out on social media.The design incorporates the trident design from the club ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16