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Smart Contact Lens With Embedded Microelectronics Promises Bright Future for Vision Correction

Researchers at Imec and Ghent University have embedded microelectronics into a biocompatible "smart contact lens" to remedy a host of vision problems, from keratoconus to general light sensitivity.

3 days ago by Tyler Charboneau

Layered Nickelates and Rare Earth Elements Could Beat Silicon in Energy Efficiency

A joint research team based at the University of Geneva has successfully controlled the properties of artificial electronic structures, dramatically improving energy efficiency.

September 08, 2020 by Luke James

Startup Claims Its AI Chips Can Outperform Google and Intel at Edge Computing

In this article, we'll assess how Kneron's NPU sizes up to Google and Intel's comparable chips.

September 08, 2020 by Jake Hertz

Edge AI Chips for Voice-Activated Devices Save Power, Protect Privacy

Machine learning startup Syntiant announced in early August that it had secured $35 million to push its processors forward.

August 21, 2020 by Luke James

Combining Photonic Integrated Chips and Metasurfaces Brightens the Future of Light Control

Some duos just work: peanut butter and jam, iron and carbon—and now, photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and metasurfaces.

July 27, 2020 by Adrian Gibbons

Biometric System on Cards Pave Way for a No-Contact Checkout Experience

BSoCs show how the design demands in the medical and e-commerce industries are notably shifting as a reaction to COVID-19.

July 22, 2020 by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

Behind Elon Musk’s Neuralink, the Company Developing Brain-Machine Interfaces

What's going on at the silicon level of Elon Musk's human brain-machine interface?

July 20, 2020 by Adrian Gibbons

From Autonomous Cars to Autonomous Satellites, a NN Accelerator Chip Fits Both

What happens when you bring AI initially geared for autonomous vehicles to space?

July 09, 2020 by Jake Hertz

Researchers Marry Plasmonics and Electronics on a Single Chip for Record Data Transfer Speeds

Researchers from ETH Zürich have successfully combined photonic and electronic elements onto the same chip for the first time. The implications? A brighter future for optical communication networks.

July 07, 2020 by Jake Hertz

Ampere’s 128-Core Processor Challenges Intel and AMD in a Cloud-Based Processor Showdown

Intel and AMD have historically been the leaders of data-intensive processors. But now, Ampere's Altra Max 128-core processor may beat out the two in managing data center workloads.

June 26, 2020 by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

Apple Boots Intel Silicon to Make Way for Its In-House Processors. What Spurred the Shift?

It turns out, this change has been a long time coming.

June 26, 2020 by Tyler Charboneau

TSMC’s 5nm Process and N5P Will Hit the Road in Automotive SoCs

What does NXP see in TSMC's N5P technology? TSMC says it has the world’s highest transistor density and offers the fastest performance.

June 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Nokia Taps Three Major Chip Vendors for Customized 5G Chipset

With 5G around the corner, Nokia is boosting SoC processing power and intelligence with the help of Broadcom, Marvell, and Intel.

June 17, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Driver Monitoring Systems May Prevent Thousands of Distracted Driving Accidents

Distracted and drowsy driving is one of the leading causes of traffic-related deaths in the U.S. Here's an inside look at the technology that can put a stop to it.

June 12, 2020 by Nicholas St. John

MIT’s Confetti-Sized “Brain-on-a-Chip” Is Replete With Thousands of Memristors

While there's some debate on whether memristors even exist beyond the theoretical realm, MIT seems to have made a major breakthrough in artificial brain synapse technology.

June 10, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Are Contactless Smart Cities Around the Corner? NXP Thinks So

COVID-19 has accelerated the push for contactless smart cities. Now, a new IC shows that security and speed are at the heart of such technology.

June 03, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Half of Americans Now Work Remotely. Intel Is Making a Point That We Need Better Processors

If COVID-19 really is "a massive experiment in telecommuting," Intel is showing how more robust processors—like its new processors with built-in Wi-Fi 6—will be key to the success of remote workers.

May 14, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

With an Eye on Computing SoCs, Synopsys Combines IP Portfolio With TSMC’s 5nm Processes

Will the collaboration lower integration risks for designers?

May 13, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Arm Now Offers Silicon Startups Free Access to Its Extensive IP Portfolio

For select silicon startups, Arm has swung open the doors on its IP portfolio.

May 01, 2020 by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

A New Spiking Neural Network-Based Chip Shows Promise for Preventing Drone Collisions

Described as the first of its kind, Imec's new SNN-based chip is designed for anti-collision radar systems for drones.

May 01, 2020 by Gary Elinoff