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Aerial Perspective with HyLighter

Aerial Perspective with HyLighter

Power lines and pipelines play a crucial role in the functioning of our society, requiring regular inspections to ensure their integrity and prevent potential failures. Traditionally, these inspections have been conducted using vehicles that emit high levels of greenhouse gases, contributing to...

Published on: April 15, 2024

EU Chip Joint Undertaking Launches Four Pilot Lines

EU Chip Joint Undertaking Launches Four Pilot Lines

The European Union has unveiled plans for four pilot lines dedicated to advancing semiconductor technologies. These pilot lines, established by the Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU), will focus on developing cutting-edge chips below 2nm, low power FD-SOI, chiplets, and wide bandgap devices.Imec...

Published on: April 14, 2024

TSMC Reports Record Sales for March

TSMC Reports Record Sales for March

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a significant increase in revenue for January 2024, reaching approximately NT$195.21 billion (about US$6.04 billion). This marked a notable 34.3 percent surge compared to the same period in March 2023. Sequentially, TSMC's sales were up by...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Moffett AI Secures Additional Funding for Sparse Computing

Moffett AI Secures Additional Funding for Sparse Computing

Moxin Artificial Intelligence Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., also known as Moffett AI or Ink Core, has recently made headlines by successfully closing two rounds of financing, each valued at hundreds of million yuan. With 100 million yuan roughly equivalent to US$14 million,...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Lockheed Martin Supports Q5D, a Wiring Automation Startup

Lockheed Martin Supports Q5D, a Wiring Automation Startup

The innovative company Q5D, founded in 2018, recently secured a significant funding round led by Lockheed Martin Ventures, the investment arm of aerospace and defense giant Lockheed Martin Corp. based in Washington DC. This strategic partnership has propelled Q5D into the spotlight,...

Published on: April 14, 2024

ByteDance Backs China’s ReRAM Startup

ByteDance Backs China’s ReRAM Startup

The recent investment deal involving Picoheart, an affiliate of ByteDance based in Singapore, has caught the attention of tech enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. Picoheart, known for its specialization in virtual reality (VR) headsets, made headlines with its purchase of a 9.5...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Renesas Re-opens Kofu Power Fab

Renesas Re-opens Kofu Power Fab

Renesas Electronics has recently announced the official re-opening of its Kofu Factory located in Kai City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The factory has undergone a significant transformation to operate as a 300mm facility, marking a new chapter in Renesas' production capabilities.The primary objective...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Leadership Shift at Helio Display Materials

Leadership Shift at Helio Display Materials

Simon Jones, previously CEO, and Mark Verrall, previously chairman, have recently announced their decision to step down from their respective roles at Helio Ventures. This move comes as a surprise to many in the industry, as both Jones and Verrall have been...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Challenges in Sustainable Fabs: Second ST Energy Deal

Challenges in Sustainable Fabs: Second ST Energy Deal

STMicroelectronics, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, has recently inked a significant long-term renewable energy supply agreement with Centrica Energy in Denmark. This partnership underscores the growing importance of sustainability in the operation of semiconductor fabs.The 10-year deal with Centrica represents a major step...

Published on: April 14, 2024

Embedded World’s Top Picks

Embedded World’s Top Picks

The tech world was abuzz this week with the latest updates from Embedded World in Germany. The event showcased the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the embedded systems space, with a particular focus on TinyML models for the Internet of...

Published on: April 13, 2024