➀ The U.S. government announced stricter restrictions on AI exports to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, while maintaining unrestricted exports to its closest allies. ➁ U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo emphasized the importance of maintaining U.S. leadership in AI development and chip design. ➂ The new rules will not come into effect for 120 days, allowing for potential revision by the incoming administration.

➀ Hacker Thomas Lambertz demonstrates the vulnerability of patched Windows 11 BitLocker; ➁ Attack can be executed with a single physical device access and network connection; ➂ Fix is only surface-level, with UEFI firmware storage limitations affecting future Secure Boot certificates.

➀ The article commemorates the passing of Gordon Mah Ung, a respected technology journalist; ➁ The author reflects on the impact Gordon had on the technology industry and the personal regret of not expressing gratitude; ➂ The author mentions the importance of expressing gratitude and the family's philanthropic focus on pancreatic cancer research.

➀ Compute Express Link (CXL) technology is expected to move from a niche to mainstream use in 2025; ➁ CXL's support for memory expansion is a significant driver, with various server and memory solutions now available; ➂ CXL 2.0 and future generations of PCIe/CXL will enable more advanced use cases like switching and dynamic memory allocation.

➀ Crypto Quantique has upgraded its QuarkLink IoT platform with a hybrid post-quantum cryptographic algorithm; ➁ The platform reduces the time and expense of implementing security functions in embedded devices by up to 10X; ➂ The hybrid key encapsulation mechanism combines X25519 with Kyber (ML-KEM) for both current and future security.

➀ Scientists and engineers from UKAEA and the University of Bristol have created the world's first carbon-14 diamond battery; ➁ The battery leverages the radioactive isotope carbon-14 to produce a diamond battery with a potential lifespan of thousands of years; ➂ The technology could be used in medical devices and extreme environments, providing continuous power for decades.

➀ The Russian government is considering banning S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2; ➁ Players in Russia could face criminal charges for playing the game; ➂ The game's content and the developers' support for Ukraine's military are under evaluation.

➀ The University of Siegen will host two major international conferences, CARV and MCPC 2025, focusing on future industrial challenges such as handling global disruptions in production and supply chains and developing intelligent systems for customized product manufacturing. ➁ The conferences will take place from September 9 to 12, 2025, with experts from around the world expected to discuss current developments and future challenges under the theme 'New Paradigms for Anticipated Uncertainty'. ➂ The two conferences, CARV and MCPC, will address complementary topics: CARV on agile and reconfigurable production systems and sustainable manufacturing processes, and MCPC on the use of digital technologies and product personalization through individual mass production.

➀ Introducing the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro 3D printer at an affordable price; ➁ Review highlights fast print speeds and excellent quality; ➂ Special discount available on Elegoo's website

➀ Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have developed new nanocomposite films from starch, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based materials; ➁ The films are made from abundant natural polymer starch and highly conductive MXene, with potential applications in electronics and sensing; ➂ The nanocomposites can be tailored for various uses, including wearable technology and healthcare, and are biodegradable.

➀ Raspberry Pi introduces the new AI HAT+ with two variants, 13 and 26 TOPS; ➁ The HAT+ is based on Hailo-8 neural network inference accelerators; ➂ The 26 TOPS variant is designed for larger networks and can run multiple networks simultaneously.

➀ Imec spin-off Brailsports is developing a platform for optimizing athlete training volumes and schedules based on data analysis; ➁ The platform uses AI models to estimate individual athlete fitness and fatigue, improving performance and reducing injury risk; ➂ The platform is currently operational at cycling team Lotto Dstny, with positive results.

➀ DJI files a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense; ➁ The lawsuit challenges the designation as a 'Chinese military company'; ➂ DJI claims it operates independently and has no military affiliations.

➀ The research investigates the effects of adding TiC nanoparticles to aluminum alloy 7075, aiming to enhance casting performance and improve fluidity and surface quality; ➁ TiC nanoparticles were introduced in two concentrations, and their impact on fluidity and microstructure was analyzed; ➂ The results showed a significant improvement in fluidity and surface quality, with finer grain sizes and smoother surfaces.

➀ Microsoft is preparing to reintroduce the Recall feature with enhanced security measures; ➁ The feature will be opt-in by default and offer users control over their data; ➂ Microsoft has addressed security and privacy concerns by implementing encryption and user control settings.

➀ The Mecpow X4 Pro offers a powerful 22-watt diode laser for engraving and cutting; ➁ It comes with an array of safety features and an integrated webcam; ➂ The device lacks an integrated display and has issues with the acrylic enclosure and software experience.

➀ This research explores the potential of two-dimensional silk fibroin films in electronics; ➁ The study investigates the growth mechanisms of silk fibroin films and their interactions with substrates; ➂ The findings highlight silk fibroin's potential as a versatile biomaterial for electronic applications.

➀ Tesla's BEV market share dropped from 19% to 17% in the first five months of 2024; ➁ BYD is just one point behind Tesla at 16%; ➂ The BEV portfolio of legacy automakers like Volkswagen and Geely-Volvo stood at 7 and 8 percent, respectively.

1. OpenAI has launched SearchGPT, a new search engine combining AI with web information. 2. The company aims to challenge Google's dominance by emphasizing privacy and quality content. 3. The author expresses a desire for Apple to enter the search market with a privacy-focused solution.

1. Apple has launched a new ad campaign called 'Flock' to promote Safari and highlight privacy concerns associated with other browsers, particularly Google's Chrome. 2. The ad emphasizes that browsing on an iPhone with Safari ensures privacy, contrasting with the perceived data collection practices of Chrome. 3. Apple suggests users switch to privacy-focused search engines like DuckDuckGo and Ecosia, even when using Safari, as Google remains the default search engine on iPhones.