Exclusive: Senator calls on Commerce to tighten proposed rules on exporting surveillance, hacking tech to problematic nations

Ron Wyden, D-Ore., fears the regulations have a major loophole and don’t cover enough repressive governments’ agencies.

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AI Surge Could Trigger Global Chip Shortage by 2026, Research Finds

AI workloads could grow by between 25% and 35% annually up to 2027, according to consultancy Bain and Company, putting pressure on suppliers of data centre equipment and AI-augmented products. Continue reading AI Surge Could Trigger Global Chip Shortage by 2026, Research Finds

Microchip Technology confirms theft of employee data

US-based semiconductor manufacturer Microchip Technology has confirmed that the cyberattack it suffered in August 2024 resulted in the theft of data, including “employee contact information and some encrypted and hashed passwords.” The brea… Continue reading Microchip Technology confirms theft of employee data

Microchip Technology manufacturing facilities impacted by cyberattack

American semiconductor manufacturer Microchip Technology Incorporated has had some of its business operations disrupted by a cyberattack. “As a result of the incident, certain of the Company’s manufacturing facilities are operating at less than n… Continue reading Microchip Technology manufacturing facilities impacted by cyberattack

Goldene: New 2D form of gold makes graphene look boring

Graphene is a bit like the Novak Djokovic of materials – it’s so damn talented that each new achievement feels passé. But now, an exciting new upstart is challenging graphene’s title. Meet goldene, a two-dimensional sheet of gold that has its own stran… Continue reading Goldene: New 2D form of gold makes graphene look boring

Stacking Solar Cells Is A Neat Trick To Maximise Efficiency

Solar power is already cheap and effective, and it’s taking on a larger role in supplying energy needs all over the world. The thing about humanity, though, is that we …read more Continue reading Stacking Solar Cells Is A Neat Trick To Maximise Efficiency

Deloitte’s Tech Predictions for 2024: Generative AI Will Continue to Shape Chips Market

Be cautious of the generative AI bubble potentially bursting, Deloitte said. Plus, cloud sovereignty may be hot in 2024. Continue reading Deloitte’s Tech Predictions for 2024: Generative AI Will Continue to Shape Chips Market

“Superatomic” material beats silicon for fastest semiconductor ever

Scientists have found that a “superatomic” material is the fastest and most efficient semiconductor ever. Taking advantage of a tortoise-and-hare mechanism, the new material can transport energy much faster than silicon.Continue ReadingCategory: Electr… Continue reading “Superatomic” material beats silicon for fastest semiconductor ever

Interview: Quantum Test Chip Lets Intel and Researchers Shape What Comes Next for Quantum Computing

The Tunnel Falls chip powers what Intel intends to be full-stack quantum computing for laboratory and simulation work. Continue reading Interview: Quantum Test Chip Lets Intel and Researchers Shape What Comes Next for Quantum Computing