The U.S. Department of Energy has announced $11.4 million in funding for six projects at the intersection of quantum information science and fusion energy, aiming to accelerate breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, plasma measurement, and materials discovery.
onsemi launches vertical GaN semiconductors, promising nearly 50% energy loss reduction and threefold size reduction for AI and EV power electronics. Manufacturing in Syracuse, NY, and over 130 patents mark a major leap for U.S. tech competitiveness.
At GTC 2025, NVIDIA unveils a record-breaking logical qubit, NVQLink for hybrid quantum-AI supercomputing, and the Grace Blackwell architecture—heralding a new era in unified, accelerated computing.
Scotts Miracle-Gro halves its inventory glut to $625 million by October 2025 using machine learning and predictive analytics, setting a new standard for AI-driven supply chain efficiency and cost control in traditional industries.
Mobile apps have surpassed USSD as Nigeria’s top digital payment channel, with transaction values soaring to ₦104.07 trillion in Q1 2025, driven by surging smartphone use and consumer demand for richer app experiences.
Meta lays off 600 from its AI Superintelligence Labs, focusing cuts in the Bay Area and Seattle. The move marks a major strategic shift in Meta’s AI priorities.
On October 28, 2025, the U.S. and Japan signed the Technology Prosperity Deal, advancing collaboration in semiconductors, high-performance computing, and quantum technologies. Building on the $550 billion trade framework from July 2025, the agreement focuses on supply chain resilience, joint research, and workforce development.
Explore which semiconductor industry roles—Sales Engineer, Analog Layout, RTL, Embedded, and more—command the highest salaries at entry and senior levels. Dive into salary data, career trajectories, and the factors shaping compensation in this high-tech field.
Russia successfully test-flew its second MC-21 passenger jet built entirely with domestic components on October 28, 2025, marking a major milestone in the country's pursuit of aviation self-sufficiency amid Western sanctions.
Sony unveils the IMX828, the world’s first CMOS image sensor for automotive cameras with built-in MIPI A-PHY, promising compact, energy-efficient, and highly reliable camera modules for next-gen vehicles.
The semiconductor industry's $1 trillion growth is threatened by a severe workforce shortage. With over 100,000 skilled workers needed annually, global initiatives and AI-driven strategies are crucial for closing the talent gap and securing future innovation.
MIT PhD student Miranda Schwacke is pioneering neuromorphic computing devices that mimic the brain’s energy-efficient processing using magnesium ions in tungsten oxide, offering a promising path toward sustainable AI systems.
Engineering is a journey filled with late-night assignments, last-minute submissions and unexpected friendships. Over these four years, you learn much more than what’s written in textbooks — you learn about yourself, your career goals, and the kind of people you want around you.
Universal Quantum CEO Sebastian Weidt urged Parliament to accelerate government investment and infrastructure for quantum computing, presenting a five-step plan to secure UK leadership through talent retention, domestic manufacturing, and international collaboration.
OpenAI and Broadcom have unveiled a multi-year partnership to co-develop and deploy 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators, reshaping the AI hardware landscape and intensifying competition with Nvidia and AMD.
Google’s Quantum Echoes algorithm claims a new quantum advantage, running 13,000x faster than top supercomputers. While Google touts practical applications in molecular analysis, experts debate the true significance and urge cautious optimism.
China intensifies domestic semiconductor production amid US export curbs, driving major investment and market optimism. Experts highlight progress in mature nodes but ongoing challenges at advanced levels and continued foreign technology dependency.
The Smithsonian faces legal and technical challenges as federal lawmakers push to relocate space shuttle Discovery to Houston, risking irreversible damage and exceeding budget estimates. Experts warn that disassembly could destroy the shuttle’s historic integrity and set a precedent for how America’s tech heritage is preserved.
Samsung and SK hynix have lifted memory prices by up to 30% for Q4 2025, citing surging AI demand and tight supply. Analysts warn these hikes may impact cloud and device pricing.
NASA’s SEAQUE experiment, launched aboard SpaceX’s 31st ISS resupply mission, is pioneering quantum communication in space through entanglement—aiming to establish new benchmarks for secure, space-based data transmission and quantum networking.