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Eben Upton
Coverage of Eben Upton in the Nexus archive.
- Steam Deck prices go through the roof as Valve blames component shortages
Valve has increased Steam Deck prices due to rising component costs and global logistical challenges, with the 512 GB OLED model now $789 and the 1 TB model $949. Similar price hikes by Raspberry Pi and Microsoft highlight industry-wide shortages linked to AI infrastructure demand, which analysts suggest may persist until 2027.
- AI could put people off tech jobs and hurt the economy, warns Raspberry Pi boss
Eben Upton, CEO of Raspberry Pi, warns that AI may not destroy many computing jobs as claimed. He believes AI could put people off tech jobs and have a negative impact on the economy. Upton's statement contradicts common claims about AI's role in the job market.