Precoplat and MicroCirtec Merge
Precoplat Präzisions-Leiterplatten-Technik GmbH and MicroCirtec Micro Circuit Technology GmbH have officially merged as of August 1, 2025.
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Trump softens criticism of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan
From demands for resignation to praise in less than a week – Donald Trump has made a complete turnaround in his view of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan.
EnSilica opens mixed-signal design centre in Budapest
UK-based chipmaker EnSilica has opened a new mixed-signal ASIC design centre in Budapest, Hungary, expanding its presence in the EU.
ASMPT to close its Shenzhen manufacturing operations
ASMPT says it will shut down its manufacturing facility in Bao’an, Shenzhen, as part of a strategic reorganisation of its operations in China – the closure affects approximately 950 employees.
Artifex Interior Systems to acquire IAC Slovakia
Artifex Interior Systems is the British subsidiary of India’s Tata AutoComp. This acquisition enhances Artifex’s existing offerings, marks the beginning of its European expansion, and supports its ambitious growth plans to become the valued partner of choice.
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JAKA Robotics Japan establishes a facility in Toyohashi City
The company's aim is to strengthen its localized services in Japan and the Asia-Pacific market through further on-site initiatives and regional collaboration.
Northrop Grumman to offer advanced ground-based radars to Romania
The radar will deliver advanced capabilities and performance against today’s most sophisticated threats while also providing interoperability with command-and-control systems employed by NATO countries, including the United States.
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FuriosaAI closes $125M round to scale production of AI inference chip
The new funding will be used to accelerate mass production of Furiosa’s RNGD chip to support global enterprise customers and lay the groundwork for development of Furiosa’s next-generation chip.
China’s Sungrow deploys 60MWh BESS in Finland
The BESS project is located less than 100 km south of the Arctic Circle and is made up of 26 Sungrow PowerTitan battery containers. With a power output of 30MW and a storage capacity of 60MWh, this installation will play a vital role in stabilizing the local grid.
Tokyo Electron fires employee suspected of stealing TSMC tech
The six people arrested on allegations of intellectual property theft at the Taiwanese chipmaker include a person identified by local media reports as a former employee of Tokyo Electron. The leaked information was reportedly related to TSMC’s most advanced 2-nanometer chip technology.
QuamCore raises $26M to build 1-million-qubit quantum computer in single cryostat
QuamCore has developed a fully designed and simulated architecture capable of scaling to 1 million qubits — in a single cryostat. This milestone fundamentally changes the economics of quantum computing by eliminating the need for massive multi-cryostat infrastructure.
Jeh raises $11M to advance next-gen aerospace manufacturing
Jeh Aerospace, a startup with operations in the US and India, is building precision manufacturing powered by software-defined manufacturing. It leverages friend-shoring to combine access to the US market with India’s talent pool.
Thales Alenia Space, ASI to develop first human outpost on Moon
Planned for launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in 2033, the Multi-Purpose Habitation (MPH) module will safely host astronauts during their missions, support surface operations, enable scientific research experiments both with and without the presence of a human crew, and have the capability to move on the surface.
Teledyne HiRel launches industrial-grade eMMC 5.1 module
Qualified over the industrial temperature range of –40°C to +85°C, this eMMC module is well-suited for embedded applications in aerospace, defense, industrial automation and ruggedized edge computing.
SIA: Hope tariff exemptions, trade deals ensure US chip leadership
President Trump said this week that he plans to impose 100% tariffs on imported semiconductors but indicated he would not charge companies that commit to making chips in the US.
Monolith teams up with CamMotive to boost EV battery testing with AI
Bringing together London-based startup Monolith’s AI platform and CamMotive’s real-world battery data, the collaboration will enhance test data validation, helping engineers detect complex failure characteristics during electric vehicle battery development.
Turning PCB and EMS waste into a strategic resource
During Evertiq Expo in Berlin, Peter Kolbe, Co-CEO of MPM Environment Intelligence GmbH, presented a case for “Creating additional value when recycling production waste from PCB, EMS and OEM.” His presentation highlighted the environmental and economic stakes of e-waste management in Europe. Improper disposal can release harmful chemicals and heavy metals into ecosystems, endangering both nature and human health.
Report: GM to import EV batteries from China’s CATL
The arrangement is a stopgap for the Detroit automaker in the next two years as it works to manufacture its own low-cost lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, the Reuters report says.
Zapi expands electric drive charging with acquisition of Stercom
This expansion in capabilities reinforces Italy-based Zapi Group’s expertise in electric drive and industrial automation solutions that will accelerate innovation and deliver more comprehensive solutions to the market.
Cyient enters into strategic channel agreement with GlobalFoundries
As a channel partner, India’s Cyient Semiconductors will provide companies with fabrication access, technical consultation, design enablement, assembly, testing, and other value-added services to accelerate innovation and reduce time-to-market.
IQM partners with Toyo to drive quantum adoption in Japan
Toyo Corporation will market and sell IQM Spark, a 5-qubit system, and IQM Radiance, which ranges from 20-qubit to 150-qubit on-premises superconducting quantum computers.
EssilorLuxottica acquires A&R to advance ophthalmic manufacturing solutions
With a track record of innovation — ranging from high-precision machine applications to sophisticated software solutions — Belgium-based Automation & Robotics (A&R) brings deep expertise across the value-chain.
Firefly wins $177M NASA contract for mission to Moon’s South Pole
The mission will utilize Firefly’s Elytra orbital vehicle and Blue Ghost lunar lander to enable payload operations that include evaluating the Moon’s south pole resources, such as hydrogen and water, and studying the radiation and thermal environment.
Lyten to acquire Northvolt's remaining European assets
US battery manufacturer Lyten is acquiring the remaining assets of Northvolt in Sweden and Germany.
Trump calls for Intel CEO's resignation over China ties
US President Donald Trump has called for the resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, citing what he described as “highly conflicted” ties to Chinese firms, Reuters reports.
DNP to open first overseas R&D centre in the Netherlands
Dai Nippon Printing will open its first overseas R&D centre in the Netherlands in September 2025. The new R&D centre will be located at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven (HTCE), and aims to promote global R&D, and accelerate innovation.
onsemi to set up research centre for wide bandgap materials
onsemi plans to invest USD 8 million with Stony Brook University to establish a wide band gap research centre that will advance innovation in power semiconductors and foster the next generation of professionals in this field.
Boreo completes acquisition of Elfa Distrelec sales operations in Finland and the Baltics
Boreo Plc has completed its acquisition of Elfa Distrelec's sales operations in Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The transaction was originally announced back in April earlier this year.
Apple commits $100B to US manufacturing and expansion
Apple has announced a new USD 100 billion investment as part of a broader initiative to expand its operations and manufacturing footprint in the United States. The move raises the company’s total planned U.S. investment to USD 600 billion over the next four years.
Trump proposes 100% tariff on imported chips – with exemptions
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on imported semiconductors, while exempting companies that manufacture chips within the United States or have committed to doing so.
Ventec breaks ground on new Thai factory – mass production scheduled for 2026
Ventec International Group has officially broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in the Hi-Tech Industrial Park in Ayutthaya, Thailand. Covering approximately 35,000 square meters, the plant is strategically located about an hour from both Bangkok Airport and the port.
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