RISC-V Architecture
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Espressif Starts Mass Production of ESP32-S31 Wireless SoC for Next-Generation AIoT Devices Espressif Systems has officially started mass production of its new ESP32-S31 wireless microcontroller, making it available to developers and manufacturers worldwide. The latest addition to the ESP32 family is built for demanding AIoT applications, combining faster processing, modern wireless standards, and multimedia support in a single chip. With production now underway, the ESP32-S31 is… |
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Alibaba Unveiled XuanTie C950: High-Performance RISC-V Core for Edge AI Alibaba has introduced the XuanTie C950, a high-performance 64-bit RISC-V processor core designed for demanding workloads such as edge AI, cloud computing, and high-performance systems. Built on the RVA23 profile, the C950 features a superscalar, out-of-order microarchitecture with up to 8 cores per cluster and clock speeds reaching 3.2 GHz. With a performance score exceeding 22 SPECint2006… |
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An OpenClaw Alternative Built to Run Within 10 MB of RAM Open-source personal AI assistants such as OpenClaw have shown how task automation can be integrated with everyday chat platforms, but they usually assume desktop- or server-class hardware. PicoClaw, a new project from Sipeed, targets a different class of devices by focusing on very low memory usage and simple deployment on small Linux boards. It is positioned as a lightweight alternative for… |
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L&T Semiconductor and Andes Technology Enter Long-Term RISC-V Collaboration L&T Semiconductor Technologies (LTSCT) announced an IP License Master Agreement with Andes Technology, a RISC-V processor IP provider. The agreement outlines financials, modification rights, and the legal boundaries around confidentiality and tech support. The companies are set up for long-term collaboration, which will allow LTSCT to bring custom-engineered semiconductor solutions to… |
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DHRUV64 Debuts as India’s First Indigenous 1.0 GHz 64-bit Dual-Core Processor India has marked an important step in its semiconductor roadmap with the launch of DHRUV64, the country’s first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor. Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme, DHRUV64 is designed to serve both strategic and commercial needs. The processor is part of India’s broader… |
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Espressif Announces Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Chips with 2.1 Gbps Capability A company known for its wireless communication chips, Espressif Systems, has made its official entry into the Wi-Fi 6E market as of July 4, 2025. The Wi-Fi 6E solutions will work together with Espressif's existing multi-core RISC-V technology. Wi-Fi 6E is an extension of the Wi-Fi 6 standard and includes access to the 6 GHz frequency band, which was previously unavailable for public use. The 6… |
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Upside Down Labs Launches Neuro PlayGround Lite for Wireless BioSignal Capturing and Transmitting For researchers, educators and wearable developers, the Neuro PlayGround Lite from Upside Down Labs provides a portable solution for capturing and transmitting bio-physiological signals in real-time. Its compact Feather form factor ensures easy deployment with minimal setup and no complications. This board is useful in teaching labs and wearable prototypes without… |
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Zeroth Bot, An Open Source Programmable Humanoid Robot for Developers Zeroth Bot is designed to make robotics development accessible by offering a programmable humanoid platform at an affordable price under $1000. Ideal for education, research and prototyping, it accepts voice commands, responds to gesture inputs and supports Python scripting. These control options enable both beginners and experienced developers to explore AI driven… |
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IIT Madras and ISRO Develop Indigenous SHAKTI-Based Semiconductor Chip for Space Applications The Indian Institute of Technology Madras and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have developed and booted an indigenous SHAKTI‐based semiconductor chip. This effort is a major step in India’s drive for self‐reliance in advanced semiconductor technology. The project is led by Professor V. Kamakoti at the Prathap Subrahmanyam Centre for Digital Intelligence… |
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The $0.10 Microcontroller That Does It All: LCD, Touch, and USB We’ve seen LCDs with touch input before, but what if the LCD itself could be used as a touch sensor? That’s exactly what YouTuber CNLohr has accomplished with his latest project, combining a 7-segment LCD, USB functionality, and touch sensing—all powered by the ultra-affordable CH32V003 RISC-V microcontroller, AKA "The $0.10 RISC V microcontroller". The CH32V003 doesn’t natively support USB,… |
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KAGA FEI Launches ES4L15BA1 Bluetooth 6.0 Module with PSA Certification for IoT and Wearable Devices KAGA FEI has announced the ES4L15BA1, an advanced Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module for IoT applications. Designed for next-generation IoT devices, wearable technologies and healthcare & medical products, the module features a built-in antenna and measures just 3.25x8.55x1.00 mm, making it the smallest Bluetooth 6.0 compatible module. Its compact size, combined… |
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Zeroth Bot: An Opensource RISC-V Powered Humanoid Robot The pursuit of creating robots that closely resemble humans has captivated our imaginations for years. In the past decade, significant advancements have brought us closer to realizing lifelike humanoids that can look, speak, and move like us. Notable examples include Sophia from Hanson Robotics and Atlas from Boston Dynamics, both of which represent the cutting edge of humanoid robotics. For… |
