Zooming in further: How transistors build a CPU
Branch Education’s previous videos have taken viewers through the process of how microchips are made and the machines that print them. Now, it’s time to go even smaller – down to the level of transistors, the fundamental building blocks of every CPU.
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DigiKey India celebrates official launch in Bengaluru
Electronic components distributor DigiKey has officially launched its Indian subsidiary, Digi-Key Electronics & Automation Trading Private Limited, which will operate a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Bengaluru.
Powering the world – How microchips are made
The semiconductor industry is back in the mainstream spotlight. Unfortunately, that usually happens during times of volatility, shortage, and turmoil.
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The Pan-European Electronics Design Conference (PEDC) will take place on 21–22 January 2026 in Prague (www.pedc.eu). Hosted by Fachverband Elektronikdesign und fertigung e. V. (FED) and the Global Electronics Association, PEDC offers a unique, peer-reviewed forum for the electronics design community. The conference focuses on connecting the European electronics industry and the scientific community and highlights the latest developments in electronics design from “silicon to systems.” Topics will include development, design for excellence (DfX), software and tools, and electronic systems design process.
EU member states push for stronger Chips Act 2.0
All 27 EU Member States have called for a reinforced “Chips Act 2.0” to secure Europe’s position in the global semiconductor industry, issuing a joint declaration urging stronger action to reduce vulnerabilities and strengthen technological leadership.
Extending component lifecycles crucial for greener electronics
The world produced a record 62 million tonnes of electronic waste in 2022, according to the UN’s latest Global E-waste Monitor. Less than a quarter of that was properly collected and recycled. With volumes projected to rise to 82 million tonnes by 2030, the gap between e-waste generation and recycling is widening.
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Nordic Semi partners with Skylo
Nordic Semiconductor and Skylo, a specialist in Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) communications, have entered into a strategic partnership to certify Nordic’s nRF9151 low-power cellular module on Skylo’s satellite network service.
Obsolescence: a question of when, not if
“It’s inevitable; you just have to accept it. The first step is to be aware that it will happen, whether you want it to or not.” That’s what Ronny Nietzsche, regional sales manager Nordic-Baltic region at Rochester Electronics, says about component obsolescence.
Memphis Electronic adds Ramxeed to its linecard
Specialist memory distributor Memphis Electronic has entered into a strategic collaboration with Ramxeed, formerly Fujitsu Semiconductor Memory Solution.
DigiKey enters global distribution agreement with Qorvo
DigiKey and Qorvo, a provider of connectivity and power solutions, have entered into a worldwide distribution agreement.
U-M awarded up to $7.5M to develop heat-tolerant chips
Funded by the Silicon Crossroads Microelectronics Commons Hub, University of Michigan researchers are leading a collaborative effort to bring more such semiconductors to the market.
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