Insights

The blog posts that delve into the electronics industry's trends, offering insights and commentary on topics like robotics, e-waste solutions, green energy, electric vehicles, and security. Additionally, the articles investigate innovative approaches to address global challenges.


IBM Provides AI Customer Protection: New Trend in Tools

Recently, IBM announced that it will be offering intellectual property protections developed by its AI models, providing a layer of security and safety for those needing AI solutions. What challenges is AI now facing, why is IBM offering IP protection, and wha...

By Robin Mitchell | 25-10-2023

Edge vs. Cloud: Determining the Superior Computing Model for Industrial Use

Edge and Cloud computing represent two distinct paradigms in the world of data processing and storage. Each has its unique advantages tailored to specific technological requirements. While they cater to different needs, there's also an emerging trend of blendi...

By Impulse Embedded | 24-10-2023

How Taiwan's Chipmaking Mastery Shapes Global Tech Politics

Over the past forty years, Taiwan has created an omnipotent technology position for itself that not only makes it one of the most important manufacturers of advanced semiconductor technology but also a potential influencer of certain global affairs.  How so? D...

By Paul Whytock | 17-10-2023

Earbuds with Screen-Printed Sensors Detect Neurodegenerative Conditions

Recognising the challenges faced with recording brain activity, researchers have recently developed a printed biosensor that can be attached to earbuds to provide real-time brain data. What challenges does recording brain activity present, what did the researc...

By Robin Mitchell | 10-10-2023

Is Renewable Energy Really Cheaper than Fossil Fuels?

Repeated claims that renewable energy is cheaper than fossil fuels rarely go unchallenged, and while renewable energies are certainly better for humanity, this claim is somewhat misleading. What claims are made about renewable energies, why are they actually m...

By Robin Mitchell | 05-10-2023

Panasonic's Copper Clad Stretch for Flexible Electronics

PCBs have been foundational in electronics, but their rigid nature limits their use in flexible designs. Panasonic's recent development of the Copper Clad Stretch aims to address these limitations. This article explores the challenges PCBs face in flexible ele...

By Robin Mitchell | 04-10-2023

What is Edge Computing? The Future of Real-Time Data Processing

Often heralded as the future of real-time data processing, edge computing allows for local evaluation and action, showcasing the difference between edge and cloud computing rather than having to go up an electronic chain of command for permissions. Its analogy...

By Gary Elinoff | 03-10-2023

Robots on Patrol: The Future of Crime Prevention

The reduction of coppers on the beat has undoubtedly reduced the ability of the police to reduce crime, and while some argue that more police are needed, others are looking towards robots. What challenges does modern policing face, could robots be the solution...

By Robin Mitchell | 27-09-2023

Getty AI's Game-Changer: Copyright-Free Image Gen

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries, copyright concerns have emerged as a significant roadblock. How are industry giants navigating these challenges? As AI technologies continue to dominate the news, Getty Images has rece...

By Robin Mitchell | 27-09-2023

Solar Cells & Batteries: Africa's Electrification Hope

Studies have estimated that 752 million people in the world lacked access to electricity in 2020, 581 million of whom live in sub-Saharan Africa. The United Nations (UN) has stipulated that they’d like to provide access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, an...

By Liam Critchley | 26-09-2023

Isle of Wight's Tidal Potential: A Game-Changer for Renewable Energy?

Tidal energy, often overshadowed by its renewable siblings like solar and wind, is making waves in the UK's energy landscape. And when it comes to tidal energy, there's a lot to dive into. Let's plunge into some expert insights that might just change the tide...

By Robin Mitchell | 25-09-2023

Transparent Image Sensors: The Future with Graphene & Quantum Dots

Researchers from The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology and Qurv Technologies have recently demonstrated a flexible and transparent image sensor that could potentially be used in numerous applications, including mirrors, windows, and glasses. An ima...

By Robin Mitchell | 20-09-2023

How Rust Air Batteries Are Transforming Green Energy Storage

It’s now possible to garner vast amounts of electricity from wind and solar power. However, the challenge lies in finding effective renewable energy solutions for storage. As described in a PBS NOVA1 article, Form Energy’s Yet-Ming Chang explains that electric...

By Gary Elinoff | 19-09-2023

Chips in Cheese: How Parmesan Makers Use Microchips for Authenticity

For many, cheese is life, and while the golden gooey food is undoubtedly heavenly, not all wheels of cheese are equal in quality and price. Recognising the challenges faced with counterfeit parmesan cheese, a Chicago-based tech company has begun embedding micr...

By Robin Mitchell | 18-09-2023