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Canon recently announced an innovative approach to the production of cutting-edge semiconductor components. Its new “nanoimprint lithography” system is a response to ASML in the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine sector. ASML’s…

For all its potential upside, Artificial intelligence (AI) may have a substantial downside—powering it. A study published in the journal Joule, a founder of Digiconomist, demonstrates that when AI is widely adopted, its large energy…

Intel 4 technology is here. Intel's Fab 34 in Leixlip, Ireland, is the first location to use extreme ultraviolet (EUV) in high-volume manufacturing (HVM) in Europe. The technology enables such future products as Intel® Core Ultra processors…

According to ID Crypt Global, at least 25% of young children who play video games online do so with strangers. Highlights of their analysis include: Smartphones are used by 17% of 3–4-year-olds, 20% of 5–7-year-olds and 53% of…

Cisco announced a definitive agreement to acquire Splunk for $157 per share in cash ($28B in equity value). Cisco's goal in purchasing Splunk is to move from threat detection and response to threat prediction and prevention. Splunk brings…

While it may not be common knowledge, ASICs have transformed many electronics products. Even a mid-range vehicle manufactured some years ago will feature several specialized ASICs for tire pressure monitoring, engine monitoring, and gas…

BlackBerry is launching a series of BlackBerry Radar devices – H2M IS- to aid hazardous materials carriers. Backed by an Intrinsically Safe certification designation, the asset the tracking solution targets transportation and logistics…

Generative AI rollouts have been the epitome of hype.  From concerns that AI unleashed would mean the rapid end of the Earth to, “Oh boy, this can do my work for me.” Make no mistake, the hype still exists. There's been a bit of a…

The automotive industry has faced significant challenges due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on semiconductor chip availability, causing widespread disruptions across the sector and the global economy. However, as we approach…

Suzie Cheikho was fired by her employer Insurance Australia Group (IAG) after the company used keystroke technology to measure the time she worked. Cheikho promptly filed a complaint with Australia’s Fair Work Commission, stating that her…