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Syrma SGS and Dynabook Join Forces to Boost Laptop Manufacturing in India Pursuing local production of laptops for the Indian market, Mumbai-based Syrma SGS Technology has announced a strategic partnership with Japan’s Dynabook Singapore Pte Ltd. This collaboration aims at strengthening the country’s production capacity at home and supporting the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. Dynabook has remained a dominant commercial PC brand, having endured over… |
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Nvidia Adapts to US Sanctions with Modest Blackwell AI Chip for Chinese Market Responding to the intensified U.S. export restrictions, Nvidia is preparing to launch a new GPU based on its Blackwell architecture, targeting the Chinese market. Mass production of the chip is reported to begin as early as June 2025. The expected price, between $6,500 and $8,000, is significantly lower than that of the H20 model, the previous standard offering, which ranged between $10,000… |
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OpenAI and Jony Ive Partner on Screenless AI Companion to Replace Traditional Interfaces With the intent to completely change the consumer electronics landscape, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has reportedly shared plans to launch 100 million AI-powered devices designed in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive. The announcement follows OpenAI’s acquisition of io, an AI startup co-founded by Ive, said to be valued at $6.5 billion. The upcoming product is a… |
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India Poised for Growth in Semiconductor Research as Manufacturing Lags Says MediaTek David Ku, MediaTek's Co-Chief Operations Officer, acknowledges India’s growth in semiconductor research and development while cautioning that the nation is still years from becoming a prominent semiconductor manufacturing hub. Speaking during a media interaction in Taipei, Ku drew attention to the steep learning curve and extended timelines tied to semiconductor fabrication. It typically takes… |
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TSMC Declines India’s Factory Proposal as Nation Launches 3nm Chip Design Centers Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the global leader in semiconductor fabrication, rejected invitations to set up foundries in India, Singapore, and Qatar. Although the company did not share reasons, analysts point to the lack of a mature semiconductor supply chain. Historically, TSMC has leaned towards locations with a strong existing ecosystem and infrastructure. Even… |
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New Doors Open for Indian AI Startups as US Eases Chip Export Rules Thanks to a major policy change in the United States, Indian startups and researchers may soon find it easier to access cutting-edge AI hardware. The US government has officially scrapped the controversial AI diffusion rule introduced under the Biden administration. The rule was intended to limit China’s access to advanced AI chips, but the restrictions impacted friendly nations like India,… |
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Xiaomi to Pour $6.9 Billion into Semiconductor Chip Production Over the Next 10 Years Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi has announced its plans to invest at least $6.9 billion over the next decade to develop its own semiconductor chips, making a decisive push towards autonomy. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun revealed the ambitious plan on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, acknowledging the challenging road ahead while emphasizing its strategic importance. This development… |
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Synaptics and Murata Collaborate to Launch Next-Gen Automotive Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Module Synaptics Incorporated and Murata Manufacturing have announced a partnership to jointly develop a turnkey wireless connectivity module designed for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. This module will integrate Synaptics’ Veros Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo systems on chips (SoCs) with Murata’s compact module design expertise. The collaboration aims to deliver… |
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OMRON Launches OL-450S Autonomous Mobile Robot for Efficient, Safe Material Handling Across Industries OMRON has introduced the OL-450S, a low-profile omni-directional autonomous mobile robot designed to streamline material handling tasks. The new robot is built to optimize workflows by transporting roll cages, trolleys and similar load carriers with a payload capacity of up to 450 kg. Its compact design allows it to navigate complex facility layouts in industries… |
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EVRE Inaugurates New Hyderabad EV Charger Manufacturing Unit to Boost Domestic Production Capacity EVRE, an EV charging infrastructure company has opened a new domestic charger manufacturing unit at the Patancheru Industrial Development Area in Hyderabad. The facility will begin by producing up to 5000 chargers per month and plans to double the output to 10000 units by 2026, when the expansion is expected to be complete. This new plant will enable the company to… |
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Game Bub, An Open-Source FPGA Retro-Emulation Handheld The Game Bub handheld brings classic Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance gaming in one open-source device. With support for original cartridges and microSD-based ROM files, it bridges the gap between physical collections and digital libraries. Fans can enjoy their cartridge collection or explore homebrew titles without needing additional flash carts. This… |
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Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Electric Vehicle Policy 2025 with Subsidies and Toll Waiver Benefits On Tuesday, the Maharashtra government announced the Electric Vehicle Policy 2025 with an allocated budget of ₹1,993 crore over the next five years. The initiative aims to promote the adoption of electric vehicles, reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable transport across the state. The Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis approved the policy… |
