AMD unveils Instinct MI350 Series GPUs, showcases Open AI ecosystem
June 16, 2025
AMD and its partners showcased how they are building the open AI ecosystem with the new AMD Instinct MI350 Series accelerators, the continued growth of the AMD ROCm ecosystem, and the company’s powerful, new, open rack-scale designs and roadmap.
MangoBoost sets new benchmark for multi-node LLM training on AMD GPUs
June 06, 2025
Using 32 AMD Instinct MI300X GPUs across four nodes, MangoBoost fine-tuned the Llama2-70B-LoRA model in just 10.91 minutes, setting the fastest multi-node MLPerf benchmark on AMD GPUs to date.
Prophesee, Tobii partner to develop event-based eye tracking solution
May 26, 2025
The companies aim to develop an ultra-fast and power-efficient eye-tracking solution, specifically designed to meet the stringent power and form factor requirements of compact and battery-constrained smart eyewear.
Altilium announces breakthrough in battery circularity in UK
May 16, 2025
Electrochemical testing of the cells has demonstrated comparable performance with cells made from conventional primary materials, underscoring the potential of recycled cathodes as a viable alternative to mined metals.
Tough times for hackers – Part 1: Basic regulatory principles
May 12, 2025
Cybersecurity is shifting into the focus of European regulation. According to the EU Radio Equipment Directive, by August 2025, products with radio technology and internet access must protect networks and personal data and prevent fraud. The EN18031 standard is designed to assist manufacturers in implementation.
Ferrotec breaks ground on second manufacturing facility in Kulim
May 07, 2025
Ferrotec Holdings Corporation has officially broken ground on its second high-technology manufacturing facility in Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia, marking a MYR 1 billion (USD 226 million) investment aimed at strengthening its precision manufacturing capacity for semiconductor components.
STMicroelectronics targets edge AI leadership with STM32N6
April 10, 2025
As the edge AI landscape continues to expand, STMicroelectronics is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation. At the recent Evertiq Expo in Sophia Antipolis, Edwin Hilkens from STMicroelectronics spoke with Evertiq about the company’s new product with which ST is looking to become the leader in the domain.
EVE Energy expands and creates over 1,000 jobs in Malaysia
April 08, 2025
EVE Energy has officially committed to a significant expansion of its Malaysian operations, signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with InvestKedah.
Xtend AI, AMS-India team up to develop healthcare service robots
March 27, 2025
Backed by the Government of Israel and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, the partnership seeks to improve access to healthcare, generate employment, and bolster trade relations.
Alibaba forms AI technology partnership with BMW
March 27, 2025
The Chinese-German partnership aims to develop AI technology to support the development of the next generation of vehicles in China.
Benchmark breaks ground on its fifth facility in Penang
March 04, 2025
EMS provider Benchmark has officially broken ground on its new PT4 facility – which is also the company's fifth facility in Penang, Malaysia.
PGZ and Raytheon launch Expert Cable Center in Poland
January 17, 2025
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) has announced a major milestone in Poland’s defense industry. Wojskowe Zakłady Uzbrojenia S.A. (WZU), a PGZ subsidiary, has signed an agreement with Raytheon Polska to launch the Expert Cable Center in Grudziądz. This state-of-the-art facility will produce over 80 types of cables for the Patriot air and missile defense system, further enhancing Poland’s national defense capabilities.
Volvo raising the bar for electric trucks
December 20, 2024
Amid a mood of cautious optimism, the launch of Volvo’s new FH Electric truck in 2025 is set to mark a milestone in the Swedish giant’s development with the market in need of a timely boost.
Sodium-ion battery innovation in US gets $50 million push
November 22, 2024
The LENS Consortium aims to develop high-energy, long-lasting sodium-ion batteries using safe, abundant and inexpensive materials.
Benchmark names Bryan Schumaker as new CFO
October 09, 2024
EMS provider Benchmark Electronics has appointed Bryan Schumaker as the company's chief financial officer (CFO) effective October 8.
Kia completes building EV-only manufacturing unit
September 27, 2024
Meanwhile, Kia’s EV charging service, Kia Charge, now has over 800,000 charging points across 28 European countries, an increase of 39% from last year.
AMG opens Europe’s first lithium hydroxide refinery
September 24, 2024
AMG Critical Materials N.V. has officially opened its lithium hydroxide refinery in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
Benchmark opens new facility in Malaysia
September 12, 2024
EMS provider Benchmark Electronics has opened a new facility in Penang, Malaysia. The opening of this new facility will be the company's fourth facility in the region.
Nvidia gets subpoena from US Department of Justice
September 04, 2024
Last month, the DoJ launched a probe into the company after competitors complained that it had abused its market dominance.
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Benchmark opens expansion in Romania
August 08, 2024
EMS provider Benchmark's expansion in Brasov, Romania, more than doubles the company's manufacturing capacity and will add 500 new jobs in the region.
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Quilter raises $10m to pursue AI-based circuit board design
February 16, 2024
Startup Quilter has completed a USD 10 million Series A. It will use the funds to develop its idea of automating the PCB manufacturing process.
Alpine Research Optics acquired by Lithuanian firm
November 30, 2023
Altechna, a provider of laser optics and optomechanical assemblies from Lithuania has acquired Alpine Research Optics, situated in a hub of photonics research and technology in Boulder, Colorado.
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Turn up the volume. The MYPro A40: Agility accelerated
The MYPro MY300 set the benchmark for productivity in high-mix PCB assembly. Now its successor, the MYPro A40, is raising the bar even further with 48% faster placement speeds and an ability to mount six times larger components with the MX7 high-speed mounthead. All so you can master any product mix. And pump up production volumes to levels never seen before.
Record third-quarter sales for Kitron
October 25, 2023
EMS provider Kitron has reported third-quarter revenues of EUR 179.2 million, along with strong profitability
Volvo Cars opens new software testing centre
October 19, 2023
The Swedish car manufacturer has for quite some time, and loudly, about its plans to be a fully electric car company by 2030. A plan that requires continuous investments. Now Volvo Cars is opening a new software testing centre in Sweden
Micron opens second assembly and test facility in Malaysia
October 13, 2023
US-based Micron Technology Inc has launched a new plant at Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Penang.
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