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 Melexis and OYMotion Elevate Tactile Sensing for Next-Generation Robotic Hands  - Melexis partners with OYMotion to integrate Tactaxis, a breakthrough magnetic tactile sensor, into next-gen robotic hands. This collaboration bridges the gap between AI and physical touch, delivering human-like dexterity and 3D force sensing.

 DEEPX and Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB Partner to Develop Next-Generation Physical AI Compute Platform for Robotics  - ultra-low-power AI semiconductor architecture, AI computing hardware systems for robotics, Physical AI software stack, and robotics application AI libraries.At the heart of this collaboration is DEEPX's next-generation chip, the DX-M2 — a Physical GenAI semiconductor designed to run large-scale

 Counterpoint Research Discusses MediaTek's Growth Strategy, Industry Partnerships and Challenges  - In this video, Jeff Fieldhack from Counterpoint Research talks to Eric Fisher, MediaTek VP and GM of Corporate Sales, who outlines the company’s latest highlights, including a year of strong performance alongside a series of investments in future growth areas.

 Sensors Converge  - Sensors Converge Join us May 5-7 in the Edge AI Pavilion at Sensors Converge to see BrainChip's AkidaTag in action. A complete reference platform delivering personalized, battery-powered intelligence for wearables and smart devices. Always-on. Self on-device learning. Privacy-first. No cloud. No compromise....

 Cracking a long-standing problem in high-entropy alloy nanoparticle synthesis  - Composed of five or more elements in nearly equal amounts, high-entropy alloys (HEAs) have emerged as promising catalysts due to their compositionally complex surfaces that can accelerate chemical reactions. Until now, scientists ...

 WEBINAR: Intrinsic Techniques in RF Power Amplifier Design  - Load-pull power amplifier (PA) design techniques determine the optimal impedances at the power transistor’s extrinsic reference plane, which is the physically accessible boundary for measurement or simulation. This reference plane can be the package transistor leads, die bond pads, or IC chip terminals....

 2026 Is On Track to Be a Pivotal Year for Zephyr  - Explore Zephyr RTOS momentum and get started fast with NXP FRDM development boards, a step-by-step guide, and a limited-time board giveaway.

 TP-Link’s Tapo H100: Smart sensing unencumbered  - Smart home hubs from different companies, supporting comparable-spectrum wireless links. How do they differ, and are similar? Let’s find out. The post TP-Link’s Tapo H100: Smart sensing unencumbered appeared first on EDN .

 Elmos wins the 2026 German Innovation Award for the world’s smallest Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG)  - The Elmos QRNG chip sets new standards for cybersecurity in the age of AI and quantum computing

 AI optical transceiver market to grow 57% to US$26bn in 2026  - Component shortages to be main capacity expansion bottleneck

 The Semiconductor Boom is Real and Prolonged  - The Taiwan Big Six AI Server firms are becoming a force of nature. Taiwan's Semi supremacy, unveiled.

 SEMI forum targets Europe’s semiconductor strategy  - Europe’s semiconductor industry will take center stage in Brussels this summer as policymakers and industry leaders gather…

 Growing AI power slurpage prompts MPs to examine low-energy computing  - Committee launches inquiry into emerging chip designs to curb datacenter energy use

 Why Proof Convergence Matters  - Leveraging patterns in formal verification to reach sign-off faster. The post Why Proof Convergence Matters appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering .

 Qilimanjaro targets analog quantum computing for AI data center integration within 10 years  - The timeline for quantum computing to become commercially viable has shrunk from decades to potentially within 10 years, driven by surging AI demand. That is the view of Dr. Marta P. Estarellas, CEO of Spanish quantum firm Qilimanjaro, which is positioning analog quantum computing as a key technology...

 Disaggregating LLM Inference: Inside the SambaNova Intel Heterogeneous Compute Blueprint  - SambaNova Systems and Intel have introduced a blueprint for heterogeneous inference that reflects a significant shift in how modern large language model (LLM) workloads are deployed. Instead of relying on a single accelerator type, the proposed architecture assigns different phases of inference to specialized...

 AI optical transceiver market up 57% YoY  - The global market for AI-focused optical transceivers grew 57% last year from $16.5 billion in 2025 to $26 billion in 2026, says TrendForce. Demand is rising sharply for 800G and above optical transceivers used in AI server cluster interconnects as AI data centers continue to scale. Traffic at the hyperscalers’...

 The Changing ASICs Landscape: the Shift Toward Chip Disaggregation  - ASIC design shifts to modular, multi-die systems to beat AI-driven complexity. The post The Changing ASICs Landscape: the Shift Toward Chip Disaggregation appeared first on EE Times .

 [News] Apple to End Intel Mac Support with macOS 27, Deepening Shift to In-House M-Series Chips  - Apple will end support for Intel-based Macs with its latest operating system, macOS 27. According to EE Times China, citing MacRumors, Apple has officially confirmed that macOS 27, set to roll out in September, will only support devices powered by its in-house M-series chips, fully discontinuing sup......

 China bets on RISC-V in global AI race  - RISC-V, an open-source chip architecture, has gained popularity in China in reaction to widening US restrictions on exports of advanced technology

 An Interview with Meta VP Matt Steiner About Ads Infrastructure  - MTIA, co-designed NVIDIA SKUs, LLM-written kernels, a 1T-parameter recommender at sub-second, and more

 DSTL toughens robotic navigational testing for CBR threat  - The UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has been assessing robotic systems in a hazardous incident recovery trial set indoors. The focus was on chemical, biological or radiological (CBR) substances that can threaten public health, especially in confined spaces. For example, shopping...

 Roundhill Memory ETF (DRAM) Surpasses $1 Billion in AUM in 10 Trading Days¹  - Companies may be subject to higher levels of risk and volatility. Semiconductor Companies Risk. The Fund invests in companies primarily involved in the design, distribution, manufacture and sale of semiconductors. Semiconductor companies are significantly affected by rapid obsolescence, intense

 [News] Huawei Unveils Pura 90 Pro Max with HyperSpace Memory, 12GB RAM Said to Match 16GB Performance  - Huawei has launched its latest products, with its self-developed HyperSpace Memory technology drawing attention. According to MyDrivers, Huawei Executive Director Richard Yu states that the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max will fully support this “super memory” feature. He notes that while the device is e......

 Mitsubishi Electric to Launch Railway Energy Management Solution Proof of Concept for Krakow Tram Network in Poland  - Railway data analysis service and energy storage system for optimized electricity usage

 [News] Intel Foundry Said to Boost Equipment Orders by 50%+ YoY; 14A May Draw Major Customers by Year-End  - Intel’s foundry business may be gaining momentum. According to Anue, sources say Intel has been actively ramping up chipmaking equipment orders since the start of 2026, with volumes rising by more than 50% compared with last year. Companies in its supply chain, including KINIK Company and E&R ...

 ITRI Earns Five 2026 Edison Awards  - zero-downtime operations by delivering early warnings that help avert catastrophic failures, potentially preventing losses of up to US$5 million in semiconductor manufacturing environments.Silver Winners: NeoVision AR transforms transparent displays

 Wafer-scale 2D magnetic films emerge thanks to a new low-defect growth technique  - In a major advance, researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have devised a method to grow high-quality 2D magnetic materials (2D-MMs) over centimeter-scale wafers. Earlier approaches in the field were limited ...

 Vector adds charging communication security tests to CANoe EV package  - Vector Informatik has expanded its CANoe Test Package EV with security tests for charging communication,…

 Mitsubishi Electric Awarded Contract for Acquisition of Anti-Air Warfare Systems for Australia’s Future Fleet of General-purpose Frigates  - Japan’s first export of these frigates will enhance defense cooperation between Japan and Australia

 Research Bits: Apr. 21  - Compute-in-memory: State space models; ultra-thin AlScN memory; brain-inspired edge AI. The post Research Bits: Apr. 21 appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering .

 This week’s outside five sigma (#95)  - 61-Port Ge-on-Si Photodetector for Optical Computing

 China amping up DRAM integration: GigaDevice expands into DRAM through CXMT tie-up  - GigaDevice is moving into DRAM through a KRW1 trillion (US$680 million) related-party deal, combining CXMT's manufacturing capacity with its own sales network in a move that could reshape the global supply landscape.

 Samsung scales MRAM to 8nm, setting 5nm showdown with TSMC in 2027

 Seiko Epson unveils long-term vision for sustainable growth

 Taiwan has more than 260,000 job vacancies, with manufacturing accounting for 32.4%

 Qualcomm Chief reportedly seeks memory and manufacturing deals in South Korea

 Huawei flags smartphone price pressure, broadens AI device portfolio

 Beijing acts on memory price surge, AI demand reshapes device costs

 Electronic system design industry sustains double-digit growth in 4Q25, driven by strong SIP and services demand

 ASML's memory revenue tops logic in 1Q26, AI-fueled HBM demand surges

 China unveils 10 measures for Taiwan; Taiwan's MOEA affirms independent economic goals

 Commentary: Honor's smartphone engineering enters robotics, testing Unitree's lead

 MacBook Neo demand surge highlights chip shortage pressure

 Apple announces historic leadership transition: John Ternus to become CEO, Tim Cook to assume executive chairman role

 Google's AI chip push targets inference boom as battle with Nvidia enters new phase

 End of Cook era underscores Apple's growing dependence on ecosystem strength over breakthrough products

 Apple's leadership shift signals a deeper bet on engineering-led innovation over disruption

 AI demand inflates silicon valuations across TSMC, Nvidia supply chain

 Middle East conflict drives Shin-Etsu Silicone price hike; Topco to follow suit

 Apple puts its chip architect in charge of all hardware as CEO transition looms

 SMH Returned Over 120% in One Year. Is the VanEck Semiconductor ETF Still a Buy?  - AOL.com

 Power Semis, 800V DC, and GaN Mini-Note  - Legit differentiation in a crowded and dogshit market.

 A Simpler Path to Super-Resolution: Scientists Reinvent Microscopy  - A new imaging framework is pushing the boundaries of how scientists observe life at the microscopic scale. Understanding life at the cellular and subcellular scale depends on seeing extremely small biological structures in fine detail. Super-resolution fluorescence microscopy has become essential in modern...

 VLSI: Taiwan\u2019s Window for International Collaboration in Critical AI Technologies  - Original Article By SemiVision Reserach [Reading time: 13 mins]

 New cost-effective DDR5 memory 'HUDIMMs' show around 50% reduction in throughput with single subchannel — Two HUDIMMs are as fast as a single stick of regular DDR5 RAM  - HUDIMM is being proposed as a cheaper memory spec using only 1x 32-bit subchannel per stick instead of 2x 32-bit in order to populate less ICs. Turns out, halving the bandwidth like that actually slashes the performance in half too, alongside the expected capacity reduction. Two HUDIMMs running in dual...

 Positron AI Enters Nvidia Turf With Oracle Deal  - Positron AI storms Nvidia’s data center turf with Oracle deal and Asimov chip. The post Positron AI Enters Nvidia Turf With Oracle Deal appeared first on EE Times .

 How Much Do GPU Clusters Really Cost?  - Calculating Cluster TCO, The Real Impact of Downtime, The Grand Unifying Theory Of Goodput, and a ClusterMAX 2.1 Update…

 Plastic texturing kills viruses when they land  - Researchers have developed a thin plastic film that tears apart viruses on contact, offering a promising new way to keep high-touch surfaces such as smartphones and hospital equipment from spreading disease. The innovation ...

 Global AI Optical Transceiver Market to Reach US$26 Billion in 2026; Component Shortages Identified as Primary Capacity Expansion Bottleneck, Says TrendForce  - TrendForce’s latest research indicates that the global market for AI-focused optical transceivers has entered a phase of rapid growth, with market size projected to expand from US$16.5 billion in 2025 to $26 billion in 2026, representing over 57% YoY growth. This surge is driven not only by specification...

 Expert Webinar on Photonic Integrated Circuits  - Join IDTechEx Senior Technology Analyst Mika Takahashi on Thursday 23rd April for the expert-led webinar, "Photonic Integrated Circuits, Driving an Interconnect Revolution". Choose your preferred time zone - the webinar runs three times in one day.

 Medtronic completes acquisition of CathWorks, expanding its leadership in transforming care for patients with cardiovascular disease  - CathWorks FFRangio® System employs drug-free, wire-free technology for comprehensive physiological assessment GALWAY, Ireland, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT), a global...

 When quantum fluids of light crystallize  - A single-crystal halide perovskite integrated with a patterned nano-grating shows evidence of polaritonic supersolidity at room temperature.

 YMTC’s NAND Design Surprise Alongside a New Fab  - China’s memory underdog defies sanctions by building a fab that mostly sources equipment, materials, and tools locally. The post YMTC’s NAND Design Surprise Alongside a New Fab appeared first on EE Times .

 German Chancellor and Siemens CEO slam EU AI regulation  - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Siemens CEO Roland Busch (pictured) criticised the EU’s regulatory approach at the Hannover Fair at the weekend, reports Bloomberg. Siemens’ €1 billion investment in AI will be mostly spent in the US sayid CEO Roland Busch because of EU regulation.. “It’s...

 Analog IC Design Consulting Services  - Developing high-performance analog ICs requires deep expertise, precise design methodologies, and strong understanding of process technologies. From power management and sensor interfaces to data converters and high-voltage applications, analog IC design is one of the most specialized areas in semiconductor...

 CEO Interview with Johan Wadenholt Vrethem of Voxo  - With over two decades of experience bridging technology and business, Johan Wadenholt Vrethem focused on harnessing AI to transform how organizations operate and engage with their customers. After leading critical digital initiatives and client engagements in the banking and finance sectors at CGI, Johan...

 A Child\u2019s Wish, a Corporate Response, and the Power of Human Warmth  - Original Article By SemiVision Research [Reading time: 8 mins]

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