➀ Nordic Semiconductor launched an open-source Android app (nRF Toolbox) to support Bluetooth Channel Sounding, integrated with its nRF54L Series SoCs;
➁ The solution demonstrates interoperability with Google Pixel 10 smartphones, achieving ±1m accuracy within 20m range for applications like asset tracking and indoor positioning;
➂ Nordic played a key role in developing the Bluetooth LE standard, leveraging its expertise to drive adoption in healthcare, retail, and industrial sectors.
➀ University College London (UCL) has launched the Space Enterprise Lab (SEL) in IDEALondon, collaborating with the Satellite Applications Catapult (SAC), UK Space Agency (UKSA), and Space South Central to strengthen the UK's space innovation ecosystem;
➁ The lab is part of a national network of 15 SELs, offering resources and a collaborative environment for space sector startups and entrepreneurs;
➂ From November 2025 to March 2026, monthly events in Edinburgh, Leeds, and IDEALondon will support early-stage space ventures through networking and co-working opportunities.
➀ Samsung led global smartphone shipments in Q2 2025 with 58 million units and 19.7% market share, followed by Apple (15.7%) and Xiaomi (14.4%);
➁ vivo and Transsion ranked fourth and fifth, with Transsion experiencing a 1.7% YoY decline;
➂ Total shipments increased 1% YoY to 295.2 million units, while 'Others' category declined by 3.1%.
➀ Lilly has deployed the world's largest AI factory for drug discovery, using NVIDIA's Blackwell Ultra GPUs and DGX SuperPOD technology;
➁ The AI factory is expected to accelerate drug discovery timelines and enable breakthroughs in genomics, personalized medicine, and molecular design;
➂ Lilly TuneLab, an AI and machine learning platform, will provide access to drug discovery models based on Lilly's proprietary data;
➃ The AI factory will enhance Lilly's capacity to manufacture high-demand medications and strengthen supply chain reliability;
➄ Lilly is ranked the No. 1 most AI-ready pharma company by CB Insights.
➀ A secretive American startup named Substrate has emerged with the aim of challenging ASML and TSMC in the semiconductor industry.
➁ Substrate has developed a new chipmaking machine that uses particle acceleration for lithography, a crucial process for etching microscopic circuitry onto silicon wafers.
➂ The company aims to compete with ASML, whose equipment is currently the only option for making advanced processors.
➀ A neural circuit in Drosophila mediates context-dependent multimodal signaling;
➁ The circuit involves neurons that encode both visual and auditory inputs;
➂ The study reveals a new mechanism for processing and integrating sensory information in the brain.
➀ NVIDIA announced contributions to the ROS 2 robotics framework and the Open Source Robotics Alliance’s Physical AI Special Interest Group at ROSCon.
➁ NVIDIA is contributing GPU-aware abstractions directly to ROS 2 for high-performance robotic applications.
➂ NVIDIA is open-sourcing Greenwave Monitor, a tool for identifying performance bottlenecks in robot development.
➃ NVIDIA Isaac ROS 4.0, with GPU-accelerated libraries and AI models, is now available on the NVIDIA Jetson Thor platform.
➀ The semiconductor industry is advancing towards sub-2nm chip technology, facing challenges like traditional lithography limitations and quality control complexities.
➁ Advanced deposition chemistry, such as ALD and CVD, is being explored to overcome these challenges, with companies like Lam Research developing new tools for atomic layer deposition.
➂ Korean researchers have achieved a breakthrough in large-area semiconductor fabrication using plasma-enhanced deposition, potentially leading to solutions for sub-2nm manufacturing.
➃ Intel is preparing for advanced chip production with a roadmap to develop five nodes in four years, aiming to reduce dependence on external foundries.
➀ Samsung Electronics will operate a private booth during APEC 2025 in Gyeongju, showcasing next-gen semiconductor technologies like HBM4, 1c DRAM, Exynos 2600 AP, and 2nm processes;
➁ The booth targets global leaders and executives from Big Tech firms (e.g., NVIDIA, Google, Meta) to strengthen partnerships in AI semiconductor foundry manufacturing;
➂ Samsung aims to regain dominance in the memory and foundry markets by highlighting advanced packaging and AI-focused solutions amid rising demand.
➀ SK Group Chairman Choi Tae-won and AWS CEO Matt Gaman interacted at the SK Group booth during the APEC CEO Summit held at Gyeongju EXCO on October 28;
➁ The event showcased South Korea's technological advancements as part of the K-Tech Showcase;
➂ The meeting highlighted potential collaborations between SK Group and AWS in the context of APEC's regional economic initiatives.
➀ The 'K-Tech Showcase,' highlighting South Korea's cutting-edge technology, was held on October 28 at Expo Park Air Dome in Gyeongju;
➁ The event featured an immersive installation titled 'Tower of Time, Window of History,' blending kinetic cubes and media walls to visualize the nation's industrial evolution;
➂ Attendees explored multimedia exhibits showcasing South Korea's technological advancements, symbolizing its role as a global tech leader.
➀ Herodotus malware is designed to mimic human behavior to avoid detection by security systems;
➁ It introduces random delays to its input to mimic human typing speed;
➂ Distributed through smishing messages and side-loaded apps, it aims to steal banking credentials.
➀ Windows Insiders are getting early access to a new feature in Windows 11 that aims to improve system reliability by scanning system memory after a crash.
➁ The feature is designed to help users identify and fix memory issues that may cause system crashes.
➂ The scan is optional and will run during the next reboot, taking about 5 minutes.
➀ Samsung has released the P9 Express, a microSD Express memory card designed for gaming handhelds like the Switch 2;
➁ The SD Express standard, initially intended for digital cameras, now finds its way into gaming due to the Switch 2's requirement;
➂ Samsung's P9 Express offers up to 800MB/s speed, leveraging PCIe interface and NVMe protocol, ensuring a smooth gaming experience.
