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  • Intel Products Chief Michelle Holthaus To Depart After 30 Years Amid Leadership Overhaul

    ➀ Michelle Johnston Holhaus, the former interim co-CEO and current CEO of Intel Products, is set to leave the company after 30 years of service. This departure is part of a series of key leadership changes at Intel.

    ➁ Kevork Kechichian, a 30-year industry veteran, has been appointed as the executive vice president and general manager of Intel's Data Center Group (DCG).

    ➂ Jim Johnson has been officially appointed as the senior vice president and general manager of Intel's Client Computing Group (CCG), after serving as interim leader.

    Data centerIntelLeadership Change
  • HSBI and Stadtwerke Research Intelligent Use of Electrical Consumers for Future Energy Supply

    ➀ HSBI and Stadtwerke Bielefeld collaborate on projects (ProSeCO and FlexLabQuartier) to enhance energy grid flexibility, integrating renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs) in the Sennestadt district;

    ➁ ProSeCO develops a probabilistic digital twin to optimize low-voltage grid management, while FlexLabQuartier promotes decarbonization by aligning EV charging with local solar power generation;

    ➂ The research emphasizes user-centric solutions, including app-based recommendations for sustainable energy use, to reduce CO2 emissions and ensure grid stability.

    HPCSoftwareautomotive
  • NASA's Webb Telescope Could Find Life On Habitable Earth-Like Exoplanet TRAPPIIST-1e

    ➀ The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided new clues about the exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 e, located 40 light-years from Earth.

    ➁ JWST's initial findings hint at a nitrogen-rich atmosphere, increasing the chances of the planet being habitable.

    ➂ The planet is in the star's habitable zone, but its potential for life depends on maintaining a stable atmosphere.

    AstronomyNASASpaceexoplanet
  • Energy planning reimagined: OASES provides open data and models for Africa and Europe

    ➀ The OASES project developed an open AU-EU ecosystem for energy system modeling, integrating satellite-based infrastructure detection, AI-driven RE plant identification, and high-resolution time series data for renewable energy planning.

    ➀ Collaborators including Fraunhofer IEE, universities, and research institutions enhanced the IRENA FlexTool and conducted case studies in Africa, enabling low-threshold, open-source solutions for renewable energy integration and grid expansion analysis.

    ➂ The project validated its tools through workshops and case studies in Algeria and South Africa, promoting cross-sector collaboration and setting the stage for future integration into national energy strategies via follow-up funding programs.

    AIHPCSoftware
  • Corsair HX1500i (2025) ATX 3.1 power supply review

    ➀ The Corsair HX1500i (2025) delivers Platinum-level efficiency, ATX 3.1 compliance, and advanced iCUE monitoring, making it ideal for high-performance systems.

    ➁ Despite its premium $390 price and 200mm oversized chassis, the PSU excels in silent operation, thermal resilience, and robust component quality with Japanese capacitors.

    ➂ Compromises include a basic accessory bundle, though its dual 12V-2x6 connectors and 10-year warranty solidify its value for enthusiasts needing 1500W+ power delivery.

    CoolingCorsairPower Supply
  • AMD expands FSR 4 with drop-in support for 85 games with latest Radeon driver update - but you still need an RDNA 4 GPU

    ➀ AMD's Radeon Adrenalin 25.9.1 driver expands FSR 4 support to 85 DirectX 12 games, requiring RDNA 4 GPUs for activation;

    ➁ Users can enable FSR 4 via software toggle after updating drivers, though compatibility is limited to FSR 3.1-integrated games;

    ➂ Modders bypass GPU restrictions with tools like OptiScaler, hinting at demand for broader AMD support beyond RDNA 4.

    AMDGPU
  • ASML makes $1.5 billion investment in Mistral AI — ASML becomes the largest shareholder for the French AI start-up

    ➀ ASML invests €1.3B in French AI startup Mistral AI, becoming its largest shareholder through a €1.7B funding round;

    ➁ Mistral AI focuses on compact, task-optimized AI models with rapid iteration and permissive licensing, positioning it as a European rival to OpenAI and Meta;

    ➂ The partnership aims to enhance ASML's AI-driven semiconductor manufacturing processes, including computational lithography and yield optimization.

    AI ChipASMLHPC
  • Pro Counter-Strike 2 gamer says game runs like 'a**' on anything other than AMD's Ryzen 9800X3D — custom demo of the game runs at under 200 FPS even on on AMD's best gaming CPUs

    ➀ CS2 esports pro ropz criticizes severe FPS instability, stating the game only runs smoothly on AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D;

    ➁ User tests using high-end Ryzen 9 9950X3D and RTX 5080 GPUs show frame rates dropping below 200 FPS in intensive scenes;

    ➂ Valve's optimization challenges persist despite patches, with 5v5 and 20-slot modes exposing performance flaws.

    AMDNVIDIAgaming
  • Semiconductor Technology for Broadband Satellite Communication Achieves Record Efficiency

    ➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed a 70nm GaN transistor technology achieving record efficiency under satellite conditions, enabling compact active antennas for high-bitrate data transfer in Ka-, Q-, and W-bands;

    ➁ The technology demonstrates high linearity and power efficiency (58.6% peak efficiency at 38 GHz), meeting ESA standards for satellite communications, and aims to support resilient global networks;

    ➂ Results from projects like Magellan and GANYDEM170 will be showcased at EuMW 2025, alongside other GaN-based RF electronics advancements.

    GaNHPCsemiconductor
  • Semiconductor technology for broadband satellite communications achieves record efficiency

    ➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed 70nm GaN HEMT transistors with 58.6% power-added efficiency at 38 GHz, setting a record under satellite conditions;

    ➁ The technology enables compact active antennas for high-bitrate data transfers in Ka/Q/W-bands, supporting global satellite communication networks;

    ➂ Achievements validated under ESA standards and presented at EuMW 2025, highlighting applications in GEO/LEO satellites and 6G systems.

    Fraunhofer IAFGaNsemiconductor
  • Driver and In-Cabin Monitoring Redefined: Limitless Recognition, Real Benefits

    ➀ Fraunhofer IOSB introduces AktiMeter, an innovative in-cabin monitoring system using Vision Language Models (VLMs) to detect any activity—including previously unknown scenarios—without retraining, enhancing autonomous vehicle safety and passenger comfort;

    ➁ Unlike traditional systems requiring specific activity training, AktiMeter leverages pre-trained AI knowledge to reduce development costs and time while ensuring local data processing for privacy compliance;

    ➂ The system benefits automakers in prototyping and market research through anonymized analytics, showcased at IAA Mobility 2025 as a leap in intelligent vehicle interiors.

    AIautomotive
  • UZH Device Searches for Light Dark Matter

    ➀ UZH researchers developed a superconducting nanowire single-photon detector (SNSPD) to search for light dark matter particles below 1 MeV, achieving sensitivity to 1/10th of an electron's mass;

    ➁ The device detects photon-induced changes in superconducting nanowires, marking the first exploration of ultra-low-mass dark matter with this technology;

    ➂ Future plans include optimizing SNSPD for smaller particle detection and underground deployment to mitigate background radiation interference.

    HPCPhysicssemiconductor
  • Milestone in Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells: EU-funded PEARL Consortium Demonstrates Roll-to-Roll Production

    ➀ The EU-funded PEARL consortium achieved over 21% efficiency for flexible perovskite solar cells using advanced R2R manufacturing, with institutions like ICIX and VTT developing surface treatments and greener processes;

    ➁ Durability tests confirmed stability over 2,000 hours in harsh conditions, while sustainable practices, including carbon electrodes and material recycling, reduced the carbon footprint by 50%;

    ➂ The project aims to optimize large-scale production for applications like building-integrated photovoltaics, with demonstrations planned at the EU PVSEC 2025 conference.

    semiconductorsustainability
  • Milestone in Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells: EU-Funded PEARL Consortium Demonstrates Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing

    ➀ The PEARL Consortium achieved over 21% efficiency in flexible perovskite solar cells using advanced materials and roll-to-roll (R2R) pilot manufacturing;

    ➁ Sustainability efforts, including carbon electrodes and recycled PET, reduced carbon footprint by over 50%;

    ➂ The consortium plans to optimize R2R processes and expand real-world applications like building-integrated photovoltaics and IoT.

    semiconductor

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