➀ A class-action lawsuit alleges that UnitedHealthcare uses a faulty algorithm to deny patient coverage, filed by two now-deceased individuals. ➁ UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson was killed in Midtown Manhattan earlier this week, and the suspect is currently on the run. ➂ The lawsuit claims UnitedHealthcare pushed employees to use an algorithm with a 90% error rate to deny coverage.

➀ The rise of RISC-V cores and the challenges of certification; ➁ The role of Breker Verification Systems in the certification process; ➂ The complexity of certifying RISC-V ISA implementations and the efforts of RISC-V International.

➀ The reference design by Texas Instruments enables in-cabin occupant detection for airbag deployment, child detection, and more; ➁ The design integrates a radar front end, ARM MCU, and DSP core; ➂ It supports a wide field of view and close-range sensor configuration for detection and localization across a vehicle.

➀ Texas Instruments aims to increase in-house manufacturing to 95% by 2030; ➁ The company has expanded its manufacturing capacity and direct business sales; ➂ TI is focusing on AI integration for embedded and edge designs, with new P55 devices in the C2000 microcontroller series.

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 The article discusses a discrete RF sampling transceiver reference design suitable for space applications; ➁ The design is developed by Texas Instruments and supports up to 5GHz bandwidth; ➂ It is capable of handling wide instantaneous bandwidths for reliable communication and control in space missions.

➀ Google is rumored to switch to TSMC's N3E process for Tensor G5; ➁ The report also clarifies that Google has chosen not to use 2nm technology for Tensor G6; ➂ The move could impact the competition in the AI and smartphone chip markets.

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 The design ensures voltage monitoring, supports integration with various monitors, and provides protection through fuse-blowing mechanisms for safety; ➁ The reference design from Texas Instruments offers a robust stacked architecture for high-accuracy voltage detection; ➂ The solution operates independently of existing monitoring Analog Front-End (AFE) and cell-balancing systems, offering seamless integration with monitors and protectors.

➀ The reference design by Texas Instruments uses Wi-Fi technology for wireless EPD updates; ➁ The solution is low power and suitable for battery-powered operations; ➂ The design supports remote and local control via MQTT protocol.

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 Arm is exploring the feasibility of running LLMs on mobile devices; ➁ Arm's optimization techniques for LLMs on mobile; ➂ The importance of practical use cases for LLMs in mobile devices

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 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.

➀ The U.S. Department of Commerce is providing up to $1.6 billion to Texas Instruments through the CHIPS and Science Act for the construction of three 300mm semiconductor wafer fabs in Texas and Utah.; ➁ TI anticipates receiving between $6 billion to $8 billion from the U.S. Department of Treasury's Investment Tax Credit for qualified U.S. manufacturing.

➀ TI has been awarded $1.6 billion in Chips Act funding and a $3 billion loan with a 25% tax credit for infrastructure investments. ➁ The funds will support TI's $18 billion investment in fabs, split across three projects in two locations. ➂ In Sherman, Texas, two new 300-mm fabs for 65nm-130nm chips, and in Lehi, Utah, a new 300-mm fab for 28nm-65nm analogue and embedded processing chips.

➀ The design introduces a 1.6kW bidirectional micro inverter using GaN technology, enhancing power density and efficiency. ➁ It features four channels compatible with PV panels or 48V BESS, and operates with a high-switching frequency. ➂ The design offers flexibility in energy management and aims to minimize system costs, making it ideal for residential solar systems.

1. The article discusses a reference design for automotive stand-alone gateways, focusing on high bandwidth and robust processing power. 2. This design, by Texas Instruments, integrates Ethernet PHYs and an automotive processor to enhance data handling speeds. 3. It supports advanced systems like ADAS, infotainment, and V2X communication, aiming to improve vehicle safety and connectivity.

1. Micron announces the world's fastest datacenter SSD, the 9550 NVM SSD, with high-speed data transfer capabilities. 2. DRAM and NAND Flash revenues are expected to significantly increase in 2024 and 2025. 3. Onsemi signs a multi-year deal with Volkswagen to supply silicon carbide power assemblies for automotive traction motors.