➀ Elektra Awards 2024 finalists have been announced; ➁ The awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the electronics industry; ➂ Finalists are recognized across various categories including products, design tools, and companies.

➀ The U.S. Chips Act awards $5 million to 17 small businesses for metrology projects under the SBIR Programme; ➁ The funding aims to establish the merit, feasibility, and commercial potential of the proposed projects; ➂ The recipients include companies focused on high-speed cameras, EUV lithography, cryogenic systems, thermal analysis, and semiconductor fabrication equipment among others.

➀ Researchers at Graz University of Technology have developed more efficient and quieter miniature electric motors through innovative design, improved control technology, and new production techniques. These motors are used in a wide range of household appliances, tools, computers, and modern cars. ➁ The team reduced vibrations by modifying the claws of the motors, leading to a 70% reduction in noise. ➂ They also simplified the regulation of current flow, reducing switching losses and improving overall efficiency. The motors now require fewer capacitors, lowering costs.

➀ KOWAISU's CEO reflects on the intense competition in the cleaning robot industry; ➁ Introduces the 'X8 PRO PLUS' as a revolutionary product with a roller cleaning system; ➂ Discusses the challenges of maintaining clean cloths and the need for innovative solutions; ➃ Explains the 'TruEdge 2.0' technology for edge cleaning and the 'ZeroTangle 2.0' hair-tangle prevention; ➄ Introduces YIKO-GPT, KOWAISU's AI language model for interactive cleaning; ➅ Emphasizes the importance of solving consumer pain points for market success.

➀ The Cyberagentur has signed contracts with three international tech companies for the development of mobile quantum computers; ➁ The project, with an investment of over 35 million euros, aims to enable mobile use in security, defense, and civilian applications; ➂ The research will focus on miniaturizing quantum computers while maintaining high performance for mobile use in security and defense scenarios.

➀ The Cyberagentur has signed contracts with three international technology companies for the development of mobile quantum computers. The project marks a milestone in quantum research and paves the way for new applications of quantum computers. The goal is to enable mobile use in security and defense scenarios as well as in civil applications. ➁ The research project aims to advance the miniaturization of quantum computers while maintaining high performance and necessary peripherals. The construction and functional demonstration of a reproducible and programmable mobile quantum computer are recorded as project results. ➂ The project is expected to bring Germany to the forefront of mobile quantum computing technology, securing its leading position in quantum technology research and strengthening the country's digital sovereignty.

➀ The Cybersecurity Innovation Agency (Cyberagentur) invites media to the press event for the groundbreaking project 'Mobile Quantum Computer – Quantum processors for mobile use in defense and security applications'. ➁ The Cyberagentur is starting a research project with an investment volume of over 35 million euros, in collaboration with three national and international consortia of significant quantum technology companies, to bring Germany to the forefront of mobile quantum research. ➂ The event includes a keynote speech, project presentation, and the introduction of three project partners and their approaches to developing mobile quantum computers.

➀ An advancement in battery chemistry is promising smaller, lighter, and cheaper Li-ion cells without compromising performance at the end of life; ➁ Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory identify cathode hydrogenation as the primary cause of lithium battery degradation; ➂ Mitigating self-discharge could lead to a future of improved rechargeable batteries.

➀ Presto Engineering joins MEDICALPS cluster; ➁ Supports medical device innovations; ➂ Committed to understanding challenges and needs of medical device companies

➀ GaN is poised to become a crucial technology for power and RF applications in the near future; ➁ Established Si and SiC companies are eager to enter the emerging GaN market; ➂ The transition from innovation to mass production for GaN presents significant challenges.

➀ Aston University set a world record by sending data at 402Tbit/s over standard optical fibres. ➁ Researchers at Bath University developed a lactic acid sensor using a graphene-like foam capacitor. ➂ Glasgow University's ANALOGUE IC packaging research could lead to applications in biomedical implants and quantum computing interfaces. ➃ Leicester University's space battery passed vibration tests, and Nottingham Trent University is exploring washable stretchable electronics for medical wearables. ➄ Oxford researchers demonstrated a low-noise qubit integrated circuit for quantum computing.

➀ AMD EPYC processors are gaining popularity in the telecommunications industry due to their high-core count, high frequency, and low power consumption; ➁ The Zen architecture enables single-socket servers to replace dual-socket ones, reducing costs and energy consumption; ➂ EPYC 7A23 provides high computing power and stability for cloud services and big data applications; ➃ AMD's innovations are driving the industry towards a more efficient and energy-saving direction.

1. DN Solutions has introduced the new DNX series, a multitasking machine designed for mass appeal; 2. The DNX series includes the DNX 2100SB and DNX 2100S models, aiming to simplify complex machining processes and increase productivity; 3. The company has also established a new design identity for the product, with a focus on sleek curves and the signature DN Blue color, and is showcasing the DNX series and other solutions at major international trade shows.

➀ Metal Power Analytical Pvt. Ltd. (MPA) has launched the Metavision-8i, an optical emission spectrometer (OES) for affordable elemental analysis in India. The instrument is designed for MSMEs and aims to reduce operational costs and improve export potential. ➁ The Metavision-8i offers high precision and accuracy, with features like dual-optics and high-resolution DUV optics, making it suitable for critical element analysis. ➂ Mukund Pant, Managing Director at MPA, emphasizes the company's 35 years of experience in metal analysis and the importance of the new product in redefining market standards.

1. Global experts in generative AI share insights and knowledge; 2. Practical workshops on leveraging generative AI in various fields; 3. Participants can engage in generative AI contests and gain hands-on experience.

➀ The National Third-Generation Semiconductor Technology Innovation Center (Nanjing) has successfully developed trench-type SiC MOSFET chips, breaking through the technical barriers of planar SiC MOSFET chips. ➁ These new chips offer a 30% improvement in conduction performance compared to planar types. ➂ The trench-type SiC MOSFET chips are expected to be applied in areas such as new energy vehicle electric drives, smart grids, and photovoltaic energy storage within a year, potentially increasing the range of electric vehicles by about 5% and reducing chip costs.

➀ Huawei announces the upcoming launch of the Mate XT Master, a new foldable phone. ➁ Huawei reports strong financial results for the first half of 2024, with a 34.3% increase in sales revenue. ➂ Huawei continues to innovate in satellite communication and foldable display technologies.

➀ AMD MI300X features Infinity Fabric Advanced Package for high-speed interconnects and supports FP8 operations. ➁ Intel Gaudi 3 introduces a 256x256 matrix multiplication engine and enhanced interconnectivity. ➂ SambaNova SN40L offers large on-chip memory and a hybrid Mesh/Ring interconnect structure. ➃ FuriosaAI introduces a Tensor Contraction Processor based on Einstein summation notation. ➄ Tenstorrent's architecture emphasizes asynchronous memory access and a scalable 2D/3D Torus network. ➅ BRCM focuses on CPO technology for high-density optical interconnects. ➆ IBM Telum 2 integrates a DPU and AI accelerator in its next-gen mainframe processor.

➀ The Cybersecurity Innovation Agency GmbH has successfully completed the first phase of the nationwide HAL2025 ideas contest, which aims to identify innovative solutions in the field of 'Autonomous Intelligent Systems in Swarms.' ➁ The contest received 65 submissions, highlighting the potential of this future-oriented topic. ➂ The internal jury will now evaluate the submissions, with finalists receiving funding to develop their ideas into comprehensive concepts.

➀ Jiufengshan Lab, established a year and a half ago, has attracted nearly 30 semiconductor companies, with a total valuation exceeding $10 billion. ➁ The lab has cultivated over 30,000 talents in the semiconductor field and has become a hub for breakthroughs in advanced semiconductor technologies. ➂ Jiufengshan Lab has successfully operated an 8-inch pilot line, producing the first wafers of high-precision gratings, filling a domestic gap in high-density, ultra-high refractive index, and non-periodic high-precision grating production processes. ➃ The lab has also produced the world's first 8-inch silicon photonics thin-film niobate optoelectronic integrated wafer, enabling high-end optical chip manufacturing with ultra-low loss and ultra-high bandwidth. ➄ Jiufengshan Lab collaborates with industry leaders to develop common technologies and promote the verification of domestic semiconductor materials and equipment, aiming to lead global compound semiconductor technology advancements.