➀ The W-Cube mission, initiated by ESA, successfully tested W-Band (75 GHz) and Q-Band (37.5 GHz) frequencies as feeder links for next-gen LEO satellite broadband systems, maintaining compatibility with existing Ka/Ku-band user devices;

➁ The CubeSat, developed by a European consortium, conducted four years of atmospheric impact studies and published key results, advancing the design of high-frequency satellite systems;

➂ The satellite will safely deorbit in October 2025, paving the way for future GEO-based W-band missions to enable high-capacity, continuous satellite broadband.

➀ CAST launches a new SM4 Cipher IP Core for ASIC/FPGA designs, compliant with China's national standard (GB/T 7-2016);

➁ The hardware-optimized core provides high throughput (25 Gbps+ on 7nm) and low latency for cybersecurity applications like VPNs and payment systems;

➂ Enhances data protection with 128-bit security and various operation modes, positioning CAST as a security IP leader for Chinese and global markets.

➀ Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) presented advancements in UVC LEDs for medical disinfection and gas sensing, achieving higher efficiency and performance in far-UVC range applications;

➁ Showcased photonic integration using gallium arsenide (GaAs) and silicon nitride platforms for quantum physics and biosensing, enabling chiplet-based laser solutions;

➂ Highlighted UV-COLA project’s miniaturized UVC diode laser module for combating multidrug-resistant pathogens and participated in quantum technology symposia linking research to industrial use.

➀ The Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) showcases advancements in UV-C LEDs for medical disinfection and gas sensing, emphasizing efficiency and safety;

➁ Introduces miniaturized UV-C diode laser modules (UV-COLA project) for targeted disinfection in healthcare, developed with TU Chemnitz;

➂ Presents gallium arsenide (GaAs)-based photonic integrated circuits for quantum technologies, spectroscopy, and biosensing, enabled by silicon nitride PIC integration.

➀ ROHM launched new high-side smart switches for zonal controllers in vehicles, featuring ON resistances from 9 mΩ to 180 mΩ; ➁ The switches combine high-capacity load handling, ±5% current sensing accuracy, and diagnostic functions to enhance safety in EVs; ➂ Designed to replace mechanical fuses, they support zonal architectures critical for software-defined vehicle platforms.

➀ A 1978 article by Mike Evans of National Semiconductor highlighted the critical role of efficient memory usage in microprocessor systems and the lack of universal controllers for MADRAMs (Multiplexed Address DRAMs) in multi-chip configurations;

➁ MADRAMs, like the MM5290, utilized separate row/column strobes for page-mode operation but required specialized controllers that limited timing and power-saving optimizations;

➂ The article proposed a general-purpose MADRAM controller to bridge 8/16-bit microprocessors with various memory setups, focusing on address multiplexing and selective RAS activation for enhanced efficiency.

➀ ASA Motion Link simplifies automotive cabling design for camera and sensor integration;

➁ Provides high-speed communication capabilities to support advanced automotive systems;

➂ Enhives connectivity efficiency in next-generation vehicle architectures

➀ Embedd.it launched a cross-vendor graphical MCU configurator at Microelectronics UK, leveraging AI to unify data from 1,400+ MCU families (e.g., Renesas, STMicroelectronics) for embedded software development;

➁ The tool simplifies pin assignment, device tree generation, and driver automation, reducing design time and enabling hardware migration across vendors to strengthen supply chain resilience;

➂ Available as a Visual Studio Code extension and web app, it will soon support bare-metal configuration outputs.

➀ EU member states push for quadrupling semiconductor investment to address lagging global production targets;

➀ Europe's 2022 Chips Act aimed for 20% global market share by 2030 but may only reach 11.7%;

➂ Dutch-led coalition proposes streamlined approvals, enhanced funding access, and dedicated budgets to boost EU chip sovereignty.

➀ Physicists demonstrated a quantum computer with over 3,000 qubits operating stably for two hours without data loss, leveraging exponential computational potential of qubits;

➁ The breakthrough used optical lattice conveyor belts and neutral atoms, enabling continuous atom reloading (300,000/sec) to maintain qubit stability;

➂ The system achieved over 50 million atomic cycles with new error-correction techniques, advancing scalable quantum processors for practical applications.

➀ Microchip Technology introduces the MCP9604, a four-channel thermocouple conditioning IC that integrates converters, amplifiers, and compensation sensors to achieve ±1.5°C accuracy in industrial temperature monitoring.

➁ The chip simplifies system design by replacing 15+ external components and uses advanced NIST temperature equations to enhance measurement precision, supporting eight thermocouple types including K-type with a range of -200°C to +1372°C.

➂ Designed for applications like medical devices and HVAC systems, it features an I2C interface for seamless digital integration and reduces calibration costs in production environments.

➀ Pasquale Pistorio rose through the ranks at Motorola for 17 years, becoming its first non-American VP and a key figure in global semiconductor marketing;

➁ He transformed the near-bankrupt SGS-Ates (later ST Microelectronics) into the world's third-largest chipmaker by merging with Thomson Semiconducteurs, achieving profitability and zero debt by 1994;

➂ Known for blending American managerial rigor with human-centric values, he championed R&D, corporate social responsibility, and closing the global technology gap, earning knighthoods from Italy and France.

➀ The US-China semiconductor competition has reportedly led to the resurgence of Alibaba founder Jack Ma, as Chinese authorities showcased Alibaba's in-house AI chip as a domestic alternative to NVIDIA's H20 GPU during Premier Li Qiang's visit to a Qinghai data center;

➁ The Chinese government urged domestic customers to prioritize local chips over NVIDIA's H20, citing security concerns, which halted H20 production;

➂ Jack Ma re-emerged publicly after five years of low visibility following the halted Ant Financial IPO, with his viral bar meeting and the slogan 'Make Alibaba Great Again' signaling his renewed influence.

➀ Space Forge partners with United Semiconductors to develop semiconductor materials produced in space for quantum computing, power electronics, and sensors;

➁ Collaboration combines Space Forge's microgravity platform and United Semiconductors' III-V crystal growth expertise to onshore resilient supply chains;

➂ Aims to commercialize space-based semiconductor manufacturing and advance sustainable low-Earth orbit economies.

➀ Imec and Diraq demonstrated silicon quantum dot qubits with error rates below the threshold for quantum error correction, achieving over 99% fidelity in one- and two-qubit gate operations;

➁ The qubits were fabricated using imec's industrial 300mm spin qubit platform and isotopically enriched silicon, ensuring low electrical/magnetic noise and high reproducibility;

➂ This collaboration validates a scalable, cost-effective semiconductor industry approach to mass-producing millions of qubits, a critical milestone for practical quantum computing.

➀ The UK faces strong local opposition to datacentre construction due to water supply concerns, but national policies mandate their approval even in green belts;

➁ Ed proposes adopting water-free liquid-cooling technology to the Secretary of State, allowing environmentally sustainable datacentre development;

➂ By positioning himself as a technical advisor for datacentre approvals, Ed gains significant political influence and access to lucrative government contracts.

➀ The UK government announced a £10m investment with Innovate UK to support early-stage semiconductor innovation in areas like chip design and advanced packaging;

➁ A £19m Semiconductor Hub will enhance industry-academia collaboration, leveraging regional strengths such as South Wales' compound semiconductor cluster and photon/electronics hubs;

➂ Additional initiatives include £5m for chip design enablement, £40m over five years for semiconductor education, and regional investments in power electronics and photonics.

➀ Vishay's SL2220007 NTC thermistor received UL certification, verifying compliance with global safety standards;

➁ The component offers 7A steady-state current, 125J energy handling, and 265VRMS voltage capability for high-demand power designs;

➂ It is optimized for industrial applications including UPS systems, motor controls, and power supplies with minimized inrush current effects.

➀ Hahn-Schickard's FeMEA project received €1.95 million funding from Germany's BMFTR to develop CMOS-based microelectrode arrays using ferroelectric materials for improved bioelectronic interfaces;

➁ The innovation enhances stimulation efficiency and long-term stability while minimizing harmful electrochemical currents, addressing key challenges in bioelectronics;

➂ The technology, protected by patents, targets biomedical applications and aims for industrial transfer, supported by a newly established research group led by Dr. Becker.

➀ Hahn-Schickard's FeMEA project develops ferroelectic microelectrode arrays using CMOS chips with ferroelectric materials, aiming to enhance bioelectronic interfaces;

➁ The project received €1.95 million over five years from the German Federal Ministry and addresses challenges in stimulation efficiency and long-term stability for biomedical applications;

➂ Achievements include a patented CMOS-based prototype with over 5,000 electrodes per mm², enabling precise cell stimulation and recording while suppressing harmful electrochemical effects.