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May 8
- SambaNova Lays Off 15% of Workforce to Refocus on Inference
➀ SambaNova laid off 77 people, representing about 15% of its workforce.
➁ The company is shifting its focus from training workloads to AI cloud services.
➂ SambaNova aims to provide cloud-first solutions for deploying open-source models at scale.
May 2
- Modular's CUDA Alternative Ready After Three Years
➀ Modular's team of 120 has been working on a CUDA alternative for three years, aiming to replace the entire AI software stack from scratch.
➁ The existing AI software stack has issues due to rapid evolution and the addition of layers to keep up with new use cases and models.
➂ Modular's AI inference engine, Max, launched in 2023, now supports Nvidia GPUs, offering a full-stack replacement for CUDA.
October 21
- World's Smallest MLCC with 75% Volume Reduction Developed by Murata Manufacturing: 016008M Size
➀ Murata Manufacturing has developed the world's smallest MLCC, the 016008M size, with a volume reduction of 75%;
➁ The new MLCC is designed to contribute to the miniaturization of electronic devices;
➂ The MLCC is expected to be used in various applications such as IoT devices.
October 5
- From SiC AR Glasses to Fast AI Training: EE Times Editor's Desk Insights➀ Meta's Orion AR glasses use SiC lenses for advanced AR experiences; ➁ Indy Autonomous Challenge's SIM to REAL platform aims to speed up AI training for autonomous systems; ➂ Virginia Tech's clean room is reopened with state-of-the-art equipment for advanced research; ➃ ASU's SWAP Hub receives $7.8 million funding for secure processor development; ➄ Qualcomm completes the acquisition of Sequans's 4G IoT technology; ➅ Synopsys sells its Software Integrity Group to Clearlake Capital Group and Francisco Partners.
August 31
- Hot Chips 2024 Takeaways➀ AI was a dominant theme at Hot Chips 2024, emphasizing balanced design considerations for AI chips to optimize utilization and reduce bottlenecks. ➁ The world's first Quantum Microelectronics Park was announced to be established in Chicago. ➂ DeepX hinted at the development of next-generation AI chips, focusing on advanced technologies and capabilities.
- Nitin Dahad Named Editor-in-Chief of EETimes.com➀ Nitin Dahad, a seasoned journalist and technology industry expert, has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of EETimes.com. ➁ Dahad brings over four decades of experience in journalism, engineering, and industry commentary. ➂ Under his leadership, EETimes.com aims to continue its tradition of excellence in delivering high-quality content and fostering a vibrant community of tech enthusiasts.
- DeepX Hints At Next-Gen AI Chips➀ DeepX showcased its first-generation chips, V1 and M1, targeting different markets and demonstrated real-time processing capabilities. ➁ The company's unique quantization techniques enhance AI accuracy, even surpassing GPU performance in some cases. ➂ DeepX is planning to support large language models in its next-generation silicon, aiming to optimize for on-device applications.
August 20
- Harnessing Data Is Paramount to Reshoring the Chip Industry➀ The semiconductor industry is undergoing a massive reshoring effort in the U.S., with significant investments and construction of new fabs. ➁ Improving yields through detailed yield analyses and rationalized data is crucial for the profitability of these new facilities. ➂ Deep integration of production and business systems is essential to ensure competitiveness and sustainability in the global market.