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Monday 4 October 2021
Southeast Asia roundup: LGES and Hyundai to produce EV batteries in Indonesia
After being hit hard by the resurgence of COVID this year, Vietnam is gradually resuming manufacturing and social activities. Other countries in the region are expecting higher smartphone...
Monday 4 October 2021
Mexico car supply chain transforms to supply for EV
In 2020, less than 2% of the cars sold in Mexico were electric vehicles (EVs), according to data from Mexico's official statistics institute Inegi. But based on estimations made by...
Monday 4 October 2021
Taiwan Tech AI Research Center to provide readily-accessible AI systems for industry upgrade through collaboration projects
There is no doubt that artificial intelligence (AI) plays a key role in smart systems. Whether it's product inspection on a manufacturing line, route planning in a retail shop, or...
Friday 1 October 2021
Intel advances neuromorphic with Loihi 2, new Lava software framework
Intel has introduced Loihi 2, its second-generation neuromorphic research chip, and Lava, an open-source software framework for developing neuro-inspired applications. Their introduction...
Friday 1 October 2021
Foxconn to buy Lordstown Motors' EV assembly plant in Ohio
Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) has disclosed plans to acquire from US electric vehicle (EV) maker Lordstown Motors an assembly plant in Ohio for US$230 million and invest US$50...
Friday 1 October 2021
STMicro, Xilinx to raise chip prices in 4Q21
STMicroelectronics and Xilinx have both notified their clients about price increases for their chip solutions starting the fourth quarter of 2021, which is expected to fuel a new...
Friday 1 October 2021
Taiwan Tech uses IT tools to provide smart solutions for energy generation, storage and conservation
Against the backdrop of nonstop technological advancements, smart energy has become a key policy for governments and enterprises around the globe. However, despite years of development,...
Thursday 30 September 2021
Lithium price skyrockets as EV sales double
Demand for electric vehicles (EV) is rising rapidly but has been undercut by shortages of a critical material for lithium battery: lithium.
Thursday 30 September 2021
Micron 1α DRAM, 176-layer NAND process yields reach maturity
Micron Technology has seen manufacturing yield rates for its 1α (1-alpha) DRAM and 176-layer NAND process nodes reach mature levels.
Thursday 30 September 2021
JAMBE prepares Japanese automakers for digital transformation
Japan-based automotive original equipment (OE) factories and component suppliers have formed a new alliance to prepare for the future digitization of components and to establish common...
Wednesday 29 September 2021
Robotic arms get smarter with better hand-eye coordination
The global manufacturing industry is facing several challenges right now, including a manpower shortage and a lack of diversity in production methods. As such, a large number of production...
Wednesday 29 September 2021
Foxconn to develop anode materials of EV LFP batteries
Foxconn Electronics has announced a partnership with Giga Solar Materials, Long Time Technology and China Steel Chemical (CSCC) for co-develop anode materials of LFP (lithium iron...
Wednesday 29 September 2021
Software-defined driving experience: Q&A with BlackBerry SVP Sarah Tatsis
BlackBerry and AWS formed a partnership in 2020 to launch BlackBerry IVY, a new intelligent vehicle data platform that provides automakers a consistent and secure way to analyze the...
Wednesday 29 September 2021
WiAdvance accelerates digital transformation through vertically integrated cloud platforms
The cloud is often regarded as the key to successful enterprise digital transformation, with each industry having its own requirements for cloud architecture. Once digitization is...
Tuesday 28 September 2021
Ola reveals new mobility services with potential 1.3 billion user base
Ola Cabs plans to produce kick scooters, e-bikes, drones, and even flying cars in the future, according to founder Bhavish Aggarwal.