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US Slams the Door on Chinese Humanoid Robots Over National Security and Backdoor Risks The Federal Communications Commission added humanoid robots, quadruped robots, and networked power inverters to its Covered List on July 28, 2026, blocking new equipment authorizations for these device categories going forward. The move effectively halts new imports of foreign-made robots that mimic human or animal movement, along with grid-connected inverters used to link solar panels,… |
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The Unpickable Lock Shane Wighton, the engineer behind the popular Works By Design channel, developed this innovative “unpickable” lock. Known for building complex mechanical systems, he set out to solve a long-standing problem in security: how to create a lock that a key can open but tools cannot. Traditional locks rely on pin tumbler mechanisms, which can often be manipulated with enough skill. His approach,… |
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Introducing the STM32C5 Series: ST’s Next-Gen Microcontroller Lineup STMicroelectronics has introduced its latest entry-level microcontroller family, the STM32C5 series, aimed at powering the next generation of smart devices across homes, industries, and infrastructure. Built around the Arm Cortex-M33 and manufactured using an advanced 40nm process, the new series delivers a significant boost in performance, memory capacity, and efficiency compared to… |
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Espressif's ESP-IDF v6.0: AI Integration, Security Overhaul, and Safer OTA Updates Yesterday, Espressif announced the release of ESP-IDF v6.0, which is now easier to set up with the new ESP-IDF Installation Manager. For a smaller memory footprint and to improve performance on resource-limited devices, the new version switches from Newlib to Picolibc as the default C library. ESP-IDF v6.0 includes an upgrade to the security layer, moving to MbedTLS version 4.x and… |
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How to Send Email Notifications using ESP32-CAM In recent years, the demand for smart security and automated monitoring systems has increased significantly due to growing safety concerns and the need for real-time surveillance. Traditional security systems often require continuous human supervision, which can be inefficient and time-consuming. With the advancement of embedded systems and Internet of Things (IoT)… |
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Mouser Brings Intelligence from the Cloud with Edge Computing Online Resource Hub for Engineers February 10, 2026 – Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry's leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components™, is providing engineers with the latest information in its extensive edge computing resource center. Reshaping how digital intelligence interacts with the physical world, edge computing moves computation closer to… |
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Infineon launches the next-generation of USB 2.0 peripheral controller with the EZ-USB™ FX2G3 Munich, Germany – 20 January 2026 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) is introducing the EZ-USB™ FX2G3, a next-generation USB 2.0 peripheral controller designed to deliver superior performance, robust security, and advanced power efficiency for USB devices. This new controller builds on the trusted EZ-USB™ FX2LP platform and offers a highly adaptable solution for industries… |
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STMicroelectronics Brings First Matter NFC Chip for Simplified Smart-Home Device Onboarding STMicroelectronics has introduced a Matter NFC chip, which is a first for the sector. With just a tap, the new ST25DA-C chip allows users to add connected devices to their home network, such as smart lighting, access-control devices, and security cameras. To anyone unfamiliar, Matter is a standard created to allow devices from different brands to talk to each other. With this product,… |
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HackStar, A USB Ethical Hacking Tool Capable of HID Emulation Remotely Creator Hathey Mash has launched a Kickstarter campaign for HackStar, described as an advanced ethical hacking tool. It is capable of acting like a USB HID device, meaning it can send keystrokes (mimicking human patterns) and also control the mouse. Through languages including Python, C, C++, and MicroPython, one can program it to execute custom scripts, including payloads for automated… |
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Nuvoton Launches 4th Generation Gerda HMI Display ICs for Automotive Safety and UX Nuvoton Technology Corporation Japan (NTCJ) has started mass production of its 4th-generation Gerda HMI display ICs, available in three variants. These ICs are designed to support future vehicle display systems, including electronic mirrors, AR head-up displays, and digital clusters, striving to improve driver visibility, comfort, and security. Gerda-4M addresses optical challenges in… |
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Renesas Launches DA14533: Auto-Grade Bluetooth LE SoC for Low-Power Wireless Connectivity Renesas Electronics has introduced the DA14533, its automotive-grade Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) SoC, designed for tire pressure monitoring, keyless entry, wireless sensors, and battery management systems. This compact system-on-chip (SoC) integrates a radio transceiver, Arm Cortex-M0+ microcontroller, memory, and security features, making it an efficient solution for… |
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Espressif Shuts Down “Backdoor” Hysteria: ESP32 Debugging Feature Misrepresented as Security Threat A recent controversy has emerged around Espressif’s ESP32 microcontroller, following the discovery of undocumented Bluetooth HCI commands by security researchers at Tarlogic Security. Initially described as a "backdoor," this characterisation sparked significant debate and was later revised to acknowledge these commands as debugging features rather than a deliberate security vulnerability. The… |
