➀ Ed proposes molybdenum disulphide (MoS2) as a potential silicon replacement for 2D ICs, citing its high current density, tunable bandgap, and compatibility with silicon;

➀ He devises a government-backed scheme offering 50% R&D tax credits, 75% income tax relief for investors, and public funding for imec licenses to attract MoS2 startups and global research talent;

➂ While the initiative aims to position the UK as a tech leader in 2D ICs, Ed personally profits by vetting applications based on undisclosed inducements, making MoS2 a lucrative venture for him.

➀ Atum Works claims its nanoscale 3D printing method can replace current production flows and reduce chip fabrication costs by 90%;

➁ The method uses a nanoscale 3D printer to fabricate multi-material 3D structures with a 100 nm resolution at wafer scale;

➂ While not suitable for high-performance processors, the technology may be beneficial for packaging, photonics, sensors, and non-logic elements.

➀ The IAMHH e.V. association is hosting its first AM conference in Hamburg in May 2025, aiming to provide insights into the technology and its industrial applications.

➁ The conference program includes talks by renowned speakers from research and industry, focusing on AM in polymers, materials, processes, and applications.

➂ The AM Pitch Night will provide a platform for startups and innovators to present their projects and seek investments.

➀ The Future Factory aims to establish 1,000 new startups by 2030;

➁ The initiative provides founders with direct access to funding, industry, and coaching;

➂ Participation in the BMWK’s “Startup Factories” competition offers additional funding and strengthens national competitiveness.

➀ Jayashankar Narayanankutty, Cadence Design Systems的销售总监，讨论了公司与印度政府合作的计划如何推动其业务增长，特别是在初创公司领域。

➁ Cadence通过灵活的商业模式为不同阶段的初创企业提供支持，包括提供免费或延迟支付的EDA工具，以帮助解决资金和技术挑战。

➂ Cadence正在投资于AI驱动的设计工具和3D集成电路技术，这可能成为印度在半导体行业取得领先地位的机会。

➀ Quantum computing, despite being dominated by big players, is surprisingly fragmented with numerous research initiatives in the UK;

➁ Ed plans to identify promising projects, offer support to spin them out as startups, and use his connections to boost their profile;

➂ He aims to attract investment while maintaining a low profile through his offshore trust.

➀ SFAL, a semiconductor accelerator lab in India, provides support to fabless startups through mentorship, EDA tools, and connections with investors.

➁ Five startups have been selected for DLI, with three securing funding and two exiting SFAL successfully.

➂ SFAL aims to foster the development of critical IPs in India's nascent semiconductor ecosystem, positioning the country as a global hub for fabless semiconductor innovation.

➀ Butlr, a startup co-founded by former MIT Media Lab researchers, has developed a system using low-resolution thermal sensors and AI-driven analytics to monitor building movement without capturing personally identifiable details.

➁ The system is currently being used in various settings including senior living facilities, corporate offices, and large commercial spaces for purposes like fall detection, energy optimization, and workplace design enhancement.

➂ Butlr aims to revolutionize responsive architecture by tracking occupancy, adjusting lighting and temperature, and detecting health issues, all while respecting privacy.

➀ The article discusses the current and future impact of IoT, AI, and ML on various industries, including agriculture, smart homes, manufacturing, e-commerce, and automotive.

➁ It highlights the growing adoption of AI and ML in India, driven by government initiatives and academic support, with projections indicating a market value exceeding $15 billion.

➂ The text also outlines the technological challenges and the role of government programs in fostering innovation and development in these fields.

➀ Signs indicate that there are only two years left for domestic chip design startups;

➁ Industry reshuffling starts with company layoffs, which is a prelude to restructuring;

➂ After two years, the market will be clearer for chip startups, and the peak of chip entrepreneurship will end.

➀ Horizon Robotics raised approximately 5.4 billion Hong Kong dollars in its IPO, becoming the largest Hong Kong IPO of the year.

➁ The company has raised a total of 2.363 billion US dollars through 32 financing rounds, with about 100 institutions participating.

➂ The article discusses the investment strategy of various investors, including 5Yuan Capital, Hillhouse Capital, DST, Baillie Gifford, SAIC, CATL, BYD, Volkswagen, Intel, and SK Hynix.