IonQ completes acquisition of quantum sensing firm Vector Atomic October 10, 2025 Vector Atomic’s sensing and timing portfolio will be integrated into IonQ’s commercial and government offerings, with particular impact on defense and space industries.
Their experiments on a chip revealed quantum physics in action October 08, 2025 A major question in physics is the maximum size of a system that can demonstrate quantum mechanical effects. This year’s Nobel Prize laureates conducted experiments with an electrical circuit in which they demonstrated both quantum mechanical tunnelling and quantised energy levels in a system big enough to be held in the hand.
Applied Materials, GF to set up waveguide fabrication plant at Singapore September 26, 2025 The collaboration marks a milestone in the evolution of photonics as a foundational technology for next-gen AI applications, including AR and human-centric digital experiences that require ultra-efficient, lightweight and high-performance optical systems.
Smartwatches drive micro LED adoption September 11, 2025 Micro LED penetration in consumer electronics is accelerating. Following Samsung’s launch of its 140-inch Micro LED TV in 2023, Garmin is set to introduce the Fenix 8 Pro smartwatch with Micro LED in 2025, alongside Sony Honda’s planned 30-inch automotive display in its Afeela model at the end of the same year.
Nokia teams up with Kongsberg to advance defence communications September 11, 2025 Nokia and Norwegian defence technology provider, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on enhancing tactical communications solutions for the defence sector.
Rocket Lab boosts US semiconductor and space investments August 26, 2025 US-based Rocket Lab Corporation plans to expand its domestic investments to increase semiconductor manufacturing capacity and secure the supply chain for space-grade solar cells and electro-optical sensors used in national security space missions.
Rocket Lab invests in US national security programs, chipmaking August 25, 2025 Rocket Lab’s capital investments over the next five years are expected to strengthen its market position as a satellite manufacturer, components supplier, and end-to-end mission provider for commercial and national security space missions.
Spaceflux raises €6.2 million to boost space awareness tech August 25, 2025 The new capital will enable the London-based startup to scale its global sensor network, upgrade its flagship Cortex analytics platform and expand commercial delivery of its tracking services to satellite operators, insurers and government agencies worldwide.
Blueye wins contract to deliver underwater ROVs to Dutch Navy August 22, 2025 The remotely operated vehicles (ROV) will be used in a wide range of mission profiles including diving operations, surface swimmer and small boat operations, military engineer reconnaissance, harbor protection, and Mine Counter Measure (MCM) operations.
Nozomi, Schneider deliver security sensor embedded in RTUs August 15, 2025 With Nozomi Arc Embedded in Schneider SCADAPack 47xi Smart remote terminal units (RTUs), security and operations teams gain previously unavailable visibility at the control device layer of their industrial automation equipment and field assets.
Infineon completes acquisition of Marvell's Automotive Ethernet business August 14, 2025 Infineon Technologies has completed the acquisition of Marvell Technology's Automotive Ethernet business.
Northrop Grumman to offer advanced ground-based radars to Romania August 11, 2025 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.
European components distribution slowdown continues in 2nd quarter July 31, 2025 Semiconductor distribution sales in Europe experienced a significant decline of 14%, amounting to €2.20 billion. Among the major countries, Austria faced again the steepest drop with a decrease of almost 37%, followed by France with a reduction of 20%.
US firm Nextracker launches new AI and robotics business July 31, 2025 The launch of Nextracker’s new AI and robotics business initiative is anchored by the appointment of its first chief AI and robotics officer and a series of strategic technology acquisitions.
Indian semiconductor startup Netrasemi raises $12 million in series A July 25, 2025 Netrasemi is developing two Edge-AI chips: the A2000, an AI video analytics chip; and the R1000, a microcontroller for smart IoT sensors — both currently in the tapeout stage.
STMicro to buy part of NXP’s sensor business for up to $950 million July 25, 2025 The MEMS sensors portfolio to be acquired by ST primarily targets automotive safety sensors, both passive (airbags) and active (vehicle dynamics), as well as monitoring sensors (TPMS1, engine management, convenience, and security).
Lockheed Martin advances maritime surveillance with AI-powered tech July 17, 2025 By leveraging AI-powered Synthetic Aperture Radar(SAR) target recognition, warfighters will be able to quickly differentiate a combatant vs. civilian vessel without the need for manual analysis.
ZenaTech creates quantum computing prototype to advance AI drone solutions July 15, 2025 The Canadian company envisions commercial applications ranging from highly efficient precision agriculture to predictive energy infrastructure inspections, along with weather forecasting and defense applications.
Kepler wins $4 million defence contract to build satellite swarm July 10, 2025 Indian space-tech startup Kepler Aerospace will receive government funding and access to launch infrastructure. The autonomous satellite swarm is being designed for the Defence Space Agency with an expected launch in 2027.
Compal's new automotive electronics facility in Poland stands ready July 01, 2025 Taiwanese electronics manufacturer Compal Electronics has completed the first phase of its new automotive electronics facility in Czeladź, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, marking a key step in the company's expansion into the European market.
Neuranics to establish facility backed by Glasgow’s $220M investment zone June 27, 2025 Neuranics’ project, in partnership with Kelvin Nanotechnology and the James Watt Nanofabrication Centre, will create a new nanofabrication centre establishing world-leading manufacturing capability for magnetic sensor technology.
Bharat Forge partners with Turgis Gaillard to make AAROK UAV in India June 24, 2025 AAROK carries out intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions using high-performance optronic and electromagnetic sensors.
Saab wins $140M Giraffe 4A radar systems order from Sweden June 23, 2025 Giraffe 4A will further strengthen Sweden’s ground-based air surveillance and offers a mobile modern sensor, enabling software-based updates.
Anduril teams up with Rheinmetall to produce military drones for Europe June 20, 2025 The companies will jointly develop European variants of Anduril's Barracuda and Fury aerial drones, and explore opportunities to build solid rocket motors, which are used to propel missiles and rockets.
Saab and General Atomics develop unmanned AEW system June 18, 2025 Swedish defence and security company Saab has entered into a strategic cooperation with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems relating to the development of an Unmanned Airborne Early Warning (UAEW) solution, based on General Atomics Aeronautical Systems' unmanned aerial system MQ-9B.
New research highlights radar sensor risks in harsh environments June 17, 2025 During Evertiq Expo Malmö on 15 May 2025, Jeongmin Kang, postdoctoral researcher at Halmstad University, presented new findings on how dust and moisture can impair the performance of radar sensors in autonomous vehicles. In a follow-up interview, Kang expanded on the implications for sensor design, placement, and future research directions.
Applied Materials and CEA-Leti expand joint lab June 17, 2025 Applied Materials and CEA-Leti have entered what they call the next phase of their longstanding collaboration to accelerate innovation in specialty semiconductors. Under a memorandum of understanding (MOU), the companies plan to expand their joint lab and develop materials engineering solutions to address emerging infrastructure challenges in AI data centres.
Sony to release stacked SPAD depth sensor for automotive LiDAR applications June 11, 2025 The new sensor product employs a dToF pixel unit composed of 3×3 (horizontal × vertical) SPAD pixels as a minimum element to enhance measurement accuracy using a line scan methodology.
OKI establishes R&D center in Berlin to advance photonics technology June 10, 2025 OKI has established the OKI Berlin Lab, a new R&D centre focused on photonics technology, in Berlin, Germany. The centre opened on June 1, 2025, to strengthen core capabilities and promote global deployment through open innovation.
China’s GigaDevice opens global headquarters in Singapore June 05, 2025 This strategic move marks a major milestone in GigaDevice’s international growth journey, underscoring its commitment to closer customer engagement, building a resilient and agile supply chain, and strengthening its ecosystem and brand presence across key global markets.
Why PCB raw materials matter: performance, reliability, and cost June 04, 2025 ICAPE offers an overview of the key factors in PCB raw material selection and the considerations that guide their use.
ST expands "Lab-in-Fab" initiative in Singapore May 27, 2025 STMicroelectronics says that it is partnering with the A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME) and ULVAC, to expand its “Lab-in-Fab” (LiF) in Singapore. The focus of the collaboration is to advance piezoelectric MEMS for applications in personal electronics, medical devices, and other applications.