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HP Expands Workstation Portfolio with AI-Ready ZBook Fury G1i and Z2 Tower G1i
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

HP Expands Workstation Portfolio with AI-Ready ZBook Fury G1i and Z2 Tower G1i

HP Enhances Local AI Development and Advanced Compute with Blackwell GPU-Powered Workstations
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, breaks down HP’s latest Z by HP workstation and AI Station launches and questions how the company is positioning mobile systems with limited NPUs as AI workstations.
Are NVIDIA’s DGX Mini PCs the Start of Desktop-Class AI Supercomputers
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Are NVIDIA’s DGX Mini PCs the Start of Desktop-Class AI Supercomputers?

NVIDIA Partners With Asus, Dell, and HP to Deliver GB10-Based Personal AI Machines for Developers
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares insights on NVIDIA’s GB10-based DGX Spark and OEM mini PCs designed to bring AI model tuning and inference to the desktop.
HP Launches More Than 80 AI-integrated Products at its Amplify Event
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

HP Launches More Than 80 AI-integrated Products at its Amplify Event

HP Unveils Over 80 AI-Powered Products, Emphasising Edge AI, Local LLMs, and Enterprise Security at Amplify 2025
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines HP’s AI-first strategy - spanning edge-based LLMs, quantum-safe printers, and enterprise AI - to drive a commercial PC refresh supercycle.
Is GM’s AI Bet With NVIDIA a Turning Point for Its Vehicle and Factory Roadmap?
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Is GM’s AI Bet With NVIDIA a Turning Point for Its Vehicle and Factory Roadmap?

General Motors and NVIDIA Expand Collaboration to Deploy AI in Manufacturing, ADAS, and Vehicle Development
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares insights on GM’s partnership with NVIDIA to advance smart manufacturing, robotics, and driver-assistance systems using AI platforms like Omniverse and Drive AGX.
Samsara and Revvo Partner to Integrate AI-Powered Tire Management
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Samsara and Revvo Partner to Integrate AI-Powered Tire Management

Revvo’s TireIQ Integration With Samsara’s Platform Enhances Fleet Operators’ Ability to Track Tires in Real-Time, Perform Predictive Maintenance, and Reduce Costs
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines how Samsara’s partnership with Revvo enhances AI-powered tire monitoring, reducing fleet downtime and optimizing maintenance with real-time insights.
Could Quantum-Resistant Printers Be the Next IT Procurement Standard?
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Could Quantum-Resistant Printers Be the Next IT Procurement Standard?

HP’s New 8000 Series Launch Sets Security Expectations Ahead of 2027 Compliance Deadlines
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines HP’s quantum-resistant 8000 Series printers and the implications for IT leaders preparing for post-quantum security mandates.
HP’s New EliteBook Series Brings AI to the Forefront of Business Laptops
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

HP’s New EliteBook Series Brings AI to the Forefront of Business Laptops

HP Launches EliteBook Ultra G1i, EliteBook X G1i, EliteBook X Flip G1i, and EliteBook X G1a with AI-Driven NPUs, 3K OLED Display, and Enhanced Security
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, explores HP’s new EliteBook series and how AI-driven NPUs, premium displays, and enterprise security position these business laptops in a competitive market.
Coherent Introduces 793nm Pump Laser Diode Solidifies Company's Integration Strategy
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Coherent Introduces 793nm Pump Laser Diode Solidifies Company’s Integration Strategy

The 28W 793nm Pump Laser Diode Offers High Polarization Purity, Enhancing Thulium Fiber Laser Efficiency in Medical and Industrial Applications
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, analyzes Coherent’s 793nm pump laser diode, a breakthrough in Thulium fiber laser efficiency.
Why Apple’s $7B Modem Exit Won’t Damage Qualcomm - Report Summary
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Why Apple’s $7B Modem Exit Won’t Damage Qualcomm – Report Summary

Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares his insights on the likely revenue impact of Apple moving to equip iPhones with its own in-house cellular modems on Qualcomm as early as 2027 and why Qualcomm’s diversification strategy should easily absorb the blow.
Apple Pushes AI and Performance with New MacBook Air and Mac Studio
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Apple Pushes AI and Performance with New MacBook Air and Mac Studio

Apple Updates Its Bestselling Laptop and Pro Desktop with M4 and M3 Ultra Chips
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, breaks down Apple's MacBook Air and Mac Studio updates. With the M4 and M3 Ultra chips, plus a price cut and AI upgrades, how will these changes impact Apple’s market position?
Samsara Q4 FY 2025 Earnings: Understanding Market Reactions
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Samsara’s Post-Earnings Drop: Understanding Market Reactions

Strong ARR and Margin Expansion, but Investor Concerns Over CapEx and AI-Driven Shifts Remain
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares insights on Samsara’s strong Q4 FY 2025 earnings, the 11% stock drop, and key investor concerns over CapEx slowdowns and AI-driven edge computing. How will these factors shape Samsara’s growth?
Google’s March Pixel Drop Brings AI Security, Health, and Connectivity Upgrades
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Google’s March Pixel Drop Brings AI Security, Health, and Connectivity Upgrades

Google’s Latest Pixel Update Brings AI-Driven Scam Detection, Live Video Capabilities in Gemini Live, and Expanded Health and Safety Features to Pixel Devices
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines Google’s March Pixel Drop, highlighting AI-powered Scam Detection, Gemini Live’s updates, Pixel Watch 3’s health tracking, and Satellite SOS expansion.
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