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Stellantis and Qualcomm extend partnership for next'generation vehicle platforms
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (309+ words) The enhanced agreement will see Snapdragon system'on'chips integrated with STLA Brain, Stellantis" core electronic and software architecture. The companies said this integration is intended to improve vehicle cockpit functionality, connectivity and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), while enabling a more…...
ROHM's ESD protection diodes intended for data interfaces
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (279+ words) ROHM has announced a new range of electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection diodes designed for use in high'speed communication systems exceeding 10 Gbps. However, achieving both low capacitance and low dynamic resistance has traditionally involved trade'offs. Lower capacitance helps maintain signal integrity…...
Global Foundries launches new quantum manufacturing business with US backing
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (255+ words) Global Foundries has announced the launch of Quantum Technology Solutions, a new business unit aimed at scaling the manufacturing capabilities required for utility'scale quantum computing. The company said the initiative is already supported by customer engagements and a growing pipeline…...
Ayla Networks launches video platform for smart home brands
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (247+ words) Ayla Networks has introduced a new video services platform aimed at expanding its support for connected smart home products, including cameras and other video-enabled devices. The company, which provides Io T platforms and managed services to more than 60 global smart…...
AMD commits $10bn to Taiwan partnerships to expand AI infrastructure capacity
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (267+ words) AMD has announced plans to invest more than $10 billion across its Taiwan-based ecosystem, aiming to strengthen partnerships and increase advanced packaging capacity for next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The company said the investment will focus on expanding collaboration with manufacturing…...
Agentic AI tackles RTL verification's productivity gap
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (698+ words) Agentic AI shifts RTL verification from tool automation to workflow intelligence, reducing coordination overhead while keeping engineers in control, as Harry Foster explains. For decades, gains in electronic design automation (EDA) came from faster engines. Verification teams relied on more…...
Infineon launches "91m European project to advance sustainable power electronics
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (439+ words) The project, officially titled More than Moore for Disruptive Innovations in Power Electronics, is supported by the Chips Joint Undertaking and brings together companies, small and medium-sized enterprises, and research organisations from 15 countries. With a total budget of "91 million, the…...
Infineon expands Cool Ga N BDS portfolio for compact consumer electronics
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (206+ words) Infineon Technologies has introduced two new devices to its Cool Ga N BDS 40 V G3 bidirectional switch family, targeting power management applications in compact consumer electronics. The additions, the IGK048 B041 S and IGK120 B041 S, are designed to reduce component count and printed circuit…...
Analog Devices to acquire Empower Semiconductor in $1. 5bn deal focused on AI power solutions
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (287+ words) Analog Devices (ADI) has agreed to acquire Empower Semiconductor in an all-cash transaction valued at $1. 5 billion, as the company seeks to strengthen its position in power management technologies for artificial intelligence (AI) and other compute-intensive applications. The agreement reflects growing…...
Researchers demonstrate artificial skin for machines
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (278+ words) At imec ITF 2026 in Antwerp, researchers presented a new generation of artificial "skin" that's been designed to give machines a sense of touch, combining flexible electronics with advanced sensing capabilities. While robotics has become extremely advanced - mechanics are precise, control…...