Recently, the Korean government announced that it will be launching a new limited service where students will be able to manufacture their own 500nm silicon wafers for the purpose of verification and experience. What challenges does semiconductor manufacture f...

By Robin Mitchell | 14-08-2023

Recently, a new vulnerability was discovered that affects some AMD processors and can allow an attacker to potentially gather massive chunks of private data. How exactly does this attack work, why are speculative systems causing trouble in the security world,...

By Robin Mitchell | 08-08-2023

Heilind Electronics, a pre-eminent interconnect distributor, has long been at the forefront of the electronics industry, renowned for its vast product portfolio and unparalleled expertise. With a commitment to innovation and a customer-centric approach that se...

By Jack Pollard | 07-08-2023

As RISC-V continues to increase in popularity, Debian has now announced that it will be aiming to provide official RISC-V support in the near future and has made it an official architecture option. What challenges does RISC-V face, what did the new announcemen...

By Robin Mitchell | 07-08-2023

In a world where cyberattacks are a daily concern, Google has decided to trial a new program that will see volunteers have all internet access revoked during work. What challenges does internet access present, what will the program do, and is it right for comp...

By Robin Mitchell | 04-08-2023

As the technological world continues to expand and evolve, sustainability has emerged as a pivotal concern for industry leaders. Standing at the forefront of this green revolution is Analog Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADI), a titan in the global semiconductor indus...

By Jack Pollard | 02-08-2023

In a world where technology is increasingly becoming a part of our daily lives, the security of smart devices is a concern that cannot be overlooked. The US government's recent announcement of a new certification program is a significant step in addressing thi...

By Robin Mitchell | 01-08-2023

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, certain companies stand out as leaders, not just for their innovative products and services but also for their commitment to their employees and customers. One such company is Microchip Technology Inc., a leading pr...

By Jack Pollard | 31-07-2023

In what can only be described as completely surreal, a team of researchers from South Korea have recently made their findings on a new material public, claiming that it’s the world’s first room-temperature semiconductor that operates at ambient pressure. What...

By Robin Mitchell | 31-07-2023

Developing skin-like sensors for robots is the holy grail in robotics, but while countless sensing technologies exist, none are able to provide robotic systems with the same capabilities as that of human fingers. Now, researchers have developed a process that...

By Robin Mitchell | 28-07-2023

Recognising the challenges faced by motorcycle users, BWM recently announced the launch of their ConnectedRide Smartglasses, providing users with a heads-up display for both speed and directions. What challenges do motorcycle riders face, what will the smartgl...

By Robin Mitchell | 17-07-2023

Recently, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Alef Aeronautics flying car, making it the first in the world to receive such approval. What challenges would a flying car face, what exactly does the FAA approval mean, and are such systems practica...

By Robin Mitchell | 12-07-2023

Recently, UK-based company ODIN has fitted one of its space debris tracking systems onto a satellite and successfully demonstrated its ability to track sub-millimetre space debris. What challenges does space debris present, what did ODIN demonstrate, and how c...

By Robin Mitchell | 11-07-2023

Lithium-Ion batteries dominate the electronics market thanks to their high capacity, high current capabilities, and small size, but for all their benefits, they suffer from a number of challenges. Recently, researchers from Rice University published their find...

By Robin Mitchell | 10-07-2023