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GENESIS consortium to promote sustainable semiconductor manufacturing in Europe

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Newly formed consortium unites 58 partners in Project GENESIS, which aims to minimizes ecological footprint in Europe’s semiconductor industry

A pan-European consortium dedicated to developing sustainable processes and technologies for the semiconductor-manufacturing supply chain announces the launch of the GENESIS project.

This integrated, large-scale initiative aims to enable Europe’s chip industry to meet its sustainability goals – from material development to final waste treatment.

Fraunhofer IPMS takes a managing role for one of the central work packages in order to minimize chemical waste and reduce emissions. [Read more…] about GENESIS consortium to promote sustainable semiconductor manufacturing in Europe

Boosting Online Security, SEO, Access Through Proxy Servers – Know their Importance

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We presently dwell in an era where all aspects of our lives have transformed from offline to online – right from apartment searching to job hunting, to trying new ways of boosting side income. Platforms like Craigslist happen to be extremely influential and useful for consumers.

However, to the utter misfortune of the frequent users, researchers, and marketers, they often find themselves blocked from using platforms like Craigslist because of regional restrictions, IP limitations, and other policies of the platform. This is where the role of a proxy for Craigslist comes in.

But before you move on to the reasons why you might need a proxy for accessing Craigslist, you have to know what a proxy server is. [Read more…] about Boosting Online Security, SEO, Access Through Proxy Servers – Know their Importance

Renault Group invests in ‘humanoid robot’ maker Wandercraft

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Renault Group has made a minority investment in Wandercraft, which is said to be “the first company to develop, manufacture and market medical self-balancing exoskeletons”.

Building on its strong expertise in powerful and reliable exoskeletons, Wandercraft has developed an advanced platform for uses such as manufacturing.

Moreover, Wandercraft describes its exoskeleton as a “humanoid robot”, and the (main) picture supplied with the press release shows the exoskeleton apparently working alone in a warehouse of some sort. [Read more…] about Renault Group invests in ‘humanoid robot’ maker Wandercraft

Semiconductor industry rebounds: AI and strategic investments drive 21 percent surge

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The global market for the highly specialized equipment used to manufacture semiconductors is experiencing a significant uplift, with billings soaring 21 percent year-over-year in the first quarter of 2025 to hit $32.05 billion.

This strong start to the year, highlighted in SEMI’s Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) Report, signals robust health in a critical sector underpinning the entire tech world.

The primary engines behind this growth? The relentless artificial intelligence (AI) boom and proactive, large-scale investments in future chipmaking capacity across the globe. [Read more…] about Semiconductor industry rebounds: AI and strategic investments drive 21 percent surge

Global semiconductor fabrication equipment sales up 21 percent

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Surging demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure and fab expansion offset geopolitical uncertainty, says SEMI

The global market for semiconductor manufacturing equipment grew sharply in the first quarter of 2025, with total billings reaching $32.05 billion – a 21 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to new data from industry association SEMI.

Released as part of SEMI’s Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) Report, the figures show that continued investment in advanced chip production, driven by AI and high-performance computing applications, is helping the sector remain resilient amid geopolitical tensions and shifting trade policies.

Although Q1 2025 saw a typical seasonal decline of 5 percent from the previous quarter, the year-on-year growth points to what SEMI describes as a “future-looking investment cycle” across multiple regions. [Read more…] about Global semiconductor fabrication equipment sales up 21 percent

Darveen signs distributor agreement with IP Systemes to expand market presence in France

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Darveen, a provider of rugged industrial computing solutions, has agreed a strategic distribution partnership with IP Systemes, a French distributor known for its expertise in rugged computing and industrial automation.

Under this agreement, IP Systemes is now an authorized distributor of Darveen’s full range of industrial computing products in France.

This partnership marks a significant step in Darveen’s long-term strategy to enhance its presence in the French market. [Read more…] about Darveen signs distributor agreement with IP Systemes to expand market presence in France

Saildrone and Meta complete first unmanned, autonomous deep-water route survey in the North Atlantic

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In a first-of-its-kind demonstration mission, Saildrone, in partnership with Meta, parent company of Facebook, have successfully completed a deep-water cable route survey in the North Atlantic using the Saildrone Surveyor, a 20-meter uncrewed surface vehicle (USV).

This innovative project represents a major milestone in the evolution of ocean survey technology, proving that autonomous platforms can deliver data quality and performance on par with traditional crewed survey vessels – while dramatically reducing risk and cost.

During the 26-day survey conducted in June and July 2024, the Saildrone Surveyor mapped more than 4,500 km of seabed, including complex topographies and challenging conditions, without a port call or outside assistance. [Read more…] about Saildrone and Meta complete first unmanned, autonomous deep-water route survey in the North Atlantic

Saudi Arabia strengthens industrial policy and aims to become an ‘advanced manufacturing and production center’

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The global industrial sector is witnessing a huge shift with the adoption of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies.

This is prompting countries to reconsider traditional manufacturing methodologies and adopt smart manufacturing solutions, including automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, and data-driven systems, to increase production efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Authorities in Saudi Arabia say they are “not standing by while this global industrial transformation unfolds; rather, it is keeping pace with it and striving to lead”. [Read more…] about Saudi Arabia strengthens industrial policy and aims to become an ‘advanced manufacturing and production center’

NASA-backed startup Tuurny develops AI to automate printed circuit board repair

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Tuurny, a startup specializing in advanced automation systems for electronics repair, has released details of its “groundbreaking AI assistant” designed to detect and guide repairs for faults on printed circuit boards (PCBs).

The innovation stems from a year-long collaboration with undergraduate and graduate engineering teams at Texas A&M University and has been made possible through a NASA-funded grant administered by the Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP).

Tuurny’s proprietary platform combines computer vision and a custom large language model (LLM) to create a truly intelligent assistant – capable of analyzing standard photos and videos of PCBs to detect faults, assess repair viability, and deliver step-by-step guidance to technicians. [Read more…] about NASA-backed startup Tuurny develops AI to automate printed circuit board repair

Simbe Robotics and DeCicco & Sons launch strategic partnership at new flagship store

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Simbe Robotics, a specialist in retail shelf digitization, has agreed a strategic partnership with DeCicco & Sons, one of New York’s most respected family-owned grocery chains. 

The partnership brings Simbe’s Store Intelligence platform to DeCicco’s flagship Sleepy Hollow location, and additional stores in Eastchester and Larchmont.

Simbe’s platform delivers real-time, storewide visibility into pricing accuracy, product availability, and inventory placement – supporting greater operational precision and in-store execution. [Read more…] about Simbe Robotics and DeCicco & Sons launch strategic partnership at new flagship store