➀ Particle Industries has released Tachyon, a single-board computer competing with Raspberry Pi. ➁ Tachyon features an 8-core CPU from Qualcomm, with speeds up to 2.7 GHz, 4GB RAM, and 64GB UFS flash storage. ➂ It includes a neural processing unit for AI applications and supports Wi-Fi and 5G connectivity.

➀ 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.

➀ SELANA Alpha, the first legally approved E-step in the Netherlands, is set for launch in Q4 2024. ➁ The e-scooter aims to provide a safe, sustainable, and convenient alternative to cars in urban areas. ➂ Features include a top speed of 25 km/h, safety features like front and rear brakes, and smart technology such as NFC keycard unlocking.

➀ Prof. Dr. Andrés Fabián Lasagni has been elected as a member of the Wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft für Lasertechnik e. V. (WLT), recognizing his contributions to laser-based manufacturing and sustainable technologies. ➁ Lasagni is dedicated to harnessing laser technology for sustainable and efficient manufacturing processes, emphasizing its potential in various applications. ➂ His research focuses on developing functionalized surfaces and optical devices using laser-based methods, with over 500 publications and 30 patents to his name.

➀ Prof. Dr. Andrés Fabián Lasagni has been elected as a member of the Wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft für Lasertechnik (WLT), recognizing his pioneering work in laser-based manufacturing and sustainable technologies. ➁ Lasagni is a professor at the Technical University of Dresden and the director of the Center for Applied Micro-Photonics at Fraunhofer IWS. ➂ His research focuses on developing functionalized surfaces using laser-based methods and creating optical devices for high-throughput laser structuring.

➀ Dr. Franziska Tanneberger and Thomas Speidel receive the German Environmental Prize from the Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU) for their contributions to environmental protection and climate protection. ➁ Tanneberger is recognized for her work in peatland research and revitalization, promoting sustainable peatland use and biodiversity. ➂ Speidel is honored for his innovative battery-buffered high-performance systems that enable rapid electric vehicle charging, contributing to the expansion of e-mobility infrastructure and reducing CO2 emissions.

1. Global equity markets experienced mixed performance with strong gains in IT, particularly semiconductors, offsetting declines in other sectors. 2. Diverging monetary policies and political volatility in developed markets influenced market dynamics. 3. Growth investing remains promising due to innovation, especially in AI and life sciences, but faces challenges from competition and market cycles.

➀ The release of 'Black Myth: WuKong' marks a significant milestone in Chinese gaming, showcasing advanced technologies like dynamic lighting and physics simulation. ➁ The game's success has sparked a commercial frenzy, with brands like Lenovo and Haixin collaborating with the悟空IP. ➂ 'Black Myth: WuKong' has pushed the boundaries of hardware requirements, driving sales of gaming-related products and highlighting the importance of cloud gaming for broader accessibility.

➀ Engineers at Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, have created a new two-dimensional field-effect transistor (FET) using single-crystalline aluminum oxide, which addresses issues of high gate leakage and low dielectric strength. ➁ The FETs are designed to be smaller and more energy-efficient, potentially reducing the need for frequent recharging in smartphones and enabling more features in devices without increasing their size. ➂ The development is crucial for the advancement of 5G devices and IoT applications, where miniaturization and efficiency are key.

➀ NVIDIA showcases its upcoming Blackwell platform, focusing on AI cluster-level capabilities. ➁ Tenstorrent reveals details about its Blackhole chip, featuring 140 Tensix++ cores and 16 CPU cores. ➂ Qualcomm provides an in-depth look at its Oryon CPU used in the Snapdragon X Elite. ➃ Intel introduces Lunar Lake and Granite Rapids-D, targeting AI PCs and data centers respectively. ➄ AMD discusses the architecture of its Instinct MI300X, emphasizing its role in AI and HPC.

➀ Emerging storage technologies like FeRAM, ReRAM, MRAM, and PCM aim to address the limitations of traditional storage solutions such as DRAM and NAND Flash. ➁ Each technology offers unique advantages like non-volatility, high speed, low power consumption, and high durability, but also faces challenges including manufacturing costs, scalability, and reliability issues. ➂ The commercialization of these technologies is progressing, with some already being integrated into various applications like automotive, IoT, and AI, but widespread adoption is still contingent on overcoming technical and economic hurdles.

➀ Jinghe Integrated Circuit and Smartsens have jointly developed the industry's first 180-megapixel full-frame CIS, breaking Sony's long-standing monopoly in the ultra-high-pixel full-frame CIS market. ➁ This breakthrough marks the successful application of photomask stitching technology in large-format sensor fields and sets the stage for future development of larger sensors. ➂ The collaboration between Jinghe Integrated and Smartsens represents a significant step forward for domestic manufacturers in the high-end camera technology sector.

➀ Samyang introduces the world's first optical exchange autofocus lens, allowing users to swap internal optical systems for different focal lengths. ➁ The Samyang Remaster Slim features a magnetic mounting system for easy optical element replacement and is available in 21mm, 28mm, and 32mm versions. ➂ The lens is Samyang's thinnest AF lens, measuring less than 2cm in length and weighing about 80 grams, suitable for Sony E-mount cameras.

➀ The new microscope, known as 'attomicroscopy', captures images at attosecond speeds, a billionth of a billionth of a second. ➁ This technology allows for unprecedented precision in observing the motion of electrons within molecules. ➂ Developed by Mohammed Hassan and colleagues at the University of Arizona, the microscope uses a laser and an electron beam to achieve these rapid imaging capabilities.

➀ Wang Xingxing, founder of Yushu, emphasizes practical orders and profitability over speculative investments in AI. ➁ Yushu's humanoid robot G1, priced at 99,000 RMB, showcases advanced capabilities and has achieved mass production. ➂ Wang expresses cautious investment in AI, focusing on the core of robotics rather than the hype around AI.

➀ Prof. Chen Wenxin developed the world's first industrial standard MOSFET and SOI MOSFET models, adopted by leading semiconductor companies. ➁ Led the development of stacked CFET technology, a solution for extending CMOS scaling to 2nm nodes. ➂ Focused on advancing 2D semiconductor materials and nanoscale CMOS technologies, addressing challenges in material quality and integration. ➃ Emphasized the importance of exploring unknown areas in academic research for long-term technological leadership. ➄ Co-founded and invested in over 20 tech companies, with a focus on strong teams and market-ready products.

➀ Caltech researchers have developed a tunable metasurface that can convert a single light pulse into multiple beams, each directed in different directions. ➁ This nanostructured material can reconfigure itself millions of times per second, enabling applications in optical data transmission, Li-Fi, and LIDAR. ➂ The metasurface eliminates the need for traditional lenses and mirrors, offering unprecedented freedom in controlling light with potential applications in communication, imaging, sensing, and medicine.

➀ The introduction of SMA (Shape Memory Alloy) motors has significantly reduced the size of camera modules in smartphones, making them thinner and more compact. ➁ SMA motors offer stronger load capacity, smaller size, and higher stability compared to traditional motors, making them ideal for high-end smartphone cameras. ➂ The technology has been adopted by major brands like Huawei, Xiaomi, and OPPO, indicating a shift towards SMA motors in the smartphone industry.

➀ China's semiconductor industry is rapidly advancing, with significant developments in memory chip technology and AI chips. ➁ Despite US sanctions, Chinese companies like YMTC and SMIC continue to make strides in chip manufacturing and innovation. ➂ The Chinese government is heavily investing in the semiconductor sector, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign technology and become a global leader in the industry.

➀ Researchers have developed a high-temperature superconducting (HTS) wire with a current-carrying capacity 50% higher than the previous record holder, without increasing manufacturing costs or complexity. ➁ The new HTS wire, based on rare-earth barium copper oxide (REBCO), achieves a critical current density and pinning force at all magnetic field strengths and temperatures from 5K to 77K. ➂ This breakthrough could revolutionize the application of superconductors in various fields, including power grids, magnetic levitation trains, and medical MRI scanners.