The Trump administration is considering a policy requiring semiconductor companies to manufacture as many chips domestically as they import, or face steep tariffs. Industry leaders warn the plan could disrupt supply chains and increase costs, citing the significant time and investment needed to expand U.S. chip production.
Axiom Space and Resonac have signed an MOU to advance space-based semiconductor manufacturing, using microgravity on the ISS to develop next-generation chip materials and reduce soft errors from space radiation. The partnership is set to drive innovation and industrialization in low-Earth orbit.
Harvard and MIT researchers, in partnership with QuEra Computing, have announced a quantum computing breakthrough: a 3,000-qubit system that operates continuously for over two hours, solving a major challenge in the field by using optical conveyor belts and tweezers to rapidly replenish qubits. This advance sets a new benchmark for reliability and scalability, with broad implications for practical quantum computing.
Cerebras Systems, a Silicon Valley AI chip company, raised $1.1 billion in Series G funding led by Fidelity and Atreides Management. The round includes Trump-linked 1789 Capital, drawing political attention. Funds will expand U.S. data centers and AI hardware, with IPO plans still on hold.
NVIDIA reported record Q2 fiscal 2026 revenue of $46.7 billion, driven by its data center and AI business, while redirecting H20 chip sales away from China. The company announced major AI infrastructure collaborations across Europe, sparking optimism in regional markets and highlighting its global pivot.
Australian researchers at UNSW Sydney have achieved a landmark breakthrough by entangling the nuclear spins of phosphorus atoms in silicon chips, enabling robust long-distance quantum communication between qubits. This advance, compatible with existing chip manufacturing, paves the way for scalable, industrial quantum processors and brings practical quantum computing closer to reality.
Microsoft has partnered with xAI to bring the advanced Grok 4 model to Azure AI Foundry, offering enterprise customers cutting-edge reasoning, real-time insights, and secure, scalable AI capabilities. The launch is generating global buzz, with strong early interest from India and Armenia.
Sivers Semiconductors AB has expanded its share structure to 311,333,572 shares and 298,014,633.1 votes as of September 30, 2025, following a SEK 95 million directed share issue aimed at strengthening its capital base and diversifying its investor profile.
Sridhar Vembu, founder of Zoho, has directly addressed misinformation about Zoho's product development, data hosting, and tax practices, reaffirming the company's commitment to indigenous technology, data sovereignty, and transparency. His statements have sparked widespread public support and set a benchmark for India's tech sector.
CISA and the UK NCSC have released new joint cybersecurity guidance to help organizations secure Operational Technology (OT) systems, offering actionable recommendations for risk management and incident response amid rising cyber threats. Experts praise the move as a major step in global cybersecurity collaboration.
Arattai, Zoho’s “casual conversation” app, has rapidly emerged as India’s homegrown answer to messaging needs, boasting explosive growth and unique privacy features. Discover its journey, standout offerings, and how it compares to global giants—plus why now is just the beginning.
The Philippines is hosting the World Robot Olympiad Asia Pacific Open Championship 2025 in Manila, attracting 800 participants from 33 countries. The event underscores the nation's growing leadership in robotics education, with local media and attendees celebrating its successful organization and impact on STEM innovation.
Indonesia must accelerate its renewable energy transition to remain globally competitive, according to a Jakarta Post opinion. Despite ambitious targets, policy and investment bottlenecks threaten progress, while experts urge regulatory reform and stronger incentives to unlock economic and environmental benefits.
Huawei has disclosed two new patents in China for silicon carbide (SiC) cooling technology, targeting heat dissipation challenges in next-gen AI chips. These high-purity SiC cooling chips aim to enhance thermal performance in compact, high-power devices, potentially boosting Huawei's competitiveness in AI hardware.
Goodwin’s Fintech Forum has launched Boston Fintech Week 2025, drawing industry leaders to discuss AI, stablecoins, and regulatory innovation. The event features panels with CEOs and legal experts, highlighting how technology and regulation are transforming financial services.
Australian startup Diraq and Belgium’s imec have achieved over 99% fidelity in silicon-based quantum chips fabricated in standard semiconductor foundries, marking a critical step toward commercially viable, large-scale quantum computers.
Nvidia will invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, supplying data center chips in a phased deal that aims to deploy at least 10 gigawatts of AI systems. The partnership is set to reshape the competitive landscape, spark investor optimism, and raise new questions about market dynamics.
The U.S. is transforming its semiconductor industry with steep tariffs on Chinese chips, major subsidies for domestic manufacturing, and proposals for direct government stakes in key companies. These aggressive policies are fragmenting global supply chains and reshaping the AI chip ecosystem, creating both risks and opportunities for the tech industry.
RoboBoston 2025, the region’s largest public robotics event, arrives in Boston on September 27, uniting over 50 companies, universities, and student teams for demonstrations, hands-on activities, a robot parade, and a technical career fair.
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