The week in tech.

YouTuber TrashBench modified a countertop ice machine to cool an RTX 3060, dropping idle temps to 6.8°C and load temps to 21°C in Cyberpunk 2077. An external thermostat kept the compressor running continuously. Condensation on hardware ended the test, with regular water cooling recommended instead.

SpaceX has its IPO day, with a 74-day pace that sets a benchmark for companies like OpenAI and Anthropic. The Motley Fool calculates returns using time-weighted return since 2002 and volatility based on trailing-three-year standard deviations.

Lime plans to name Uber as an anchor investor in its upcoming initial public offering. The arrangement would have Uber purchase a significant stake in the electric scooter company as part of the IPO process.

Insilico Medicine and SK Biopharmaceuticals achieved an AI-powered drug discovery collaboration worth up to $2.5 billion for neuroimmune disorders. The partnership targets the development of new treatments using artificial intelligence. The deal was announced by the companies.

Wimbledon and IBM introduced new AI-powered fan experiences and modernized digital platforms for The Championships 2026. The company announcement detailed the technology upgrades aimed at enhancing spectator engagement during the tournament.

Pilots are reconsidering the practice of leaving landing lights on during night flights. The debate centers on whether the lights provide a safety benefit or cause unnecessary glare and distraction. Some argue that turning them off reduces pilot workload and improves night vision.

Bain is testing software takeover targets by using vibecoding to create AI replicas. The approach evaluates potential acquisition candidates through simulated AI versions. This method represents a novel application of generative AI in corporate strategy and mergers.

Andy Burnham will need to show boldness to stimulate economic growth in Britain. The Greater Manchester mayor faces pressure to take decisive action on regional development. His approach could set a precedent for other metro mayors across the country.

South Korea's policy chief flagged property risks stemming from a semiconductor industry windfall. The official warned that concentrated investment in chip manufacturing could inflate real estate prices. The government is monitoring potential market imbalances linked to the sector's rapid expansion.

Don't Starve Together reached a new all-time high of 122,662 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing its previous record of 115,925. The surge follows a sale pricing the game under $2. Klei Entertainment's multiplayer survival title originally launched in April 2016.