Although XGI harbors the hope of eventually challenging market leaders like Nvidia and ATI, it has been stuck slogging it out in the value markets. XGI acquired the PC graphics division of Trident Microsystems Inc. in 2003 and set its sites on the mainstream and high-end markets. Via's S3, however, seems more closely aligned with the value segment, like its parent company, and is still working with Via on graphics IP for integration into PC chip sets.
Subsea cable alternatives can provide a level of comfort for those concerned about disruptions. Realistically, they will continue to play a small, but critical role in the short term.
Maintaining existing network infrastructures often incurs huge technical debt before newer technologies are adopted over time.
Amid ongoing regional uncertainties, telecom infrastructure in the Middle East has expand to include terrestrial low-latency network infrastructure, which offers resilience and agility in navigating political complexities without relying solely on undersea networks.
