Japan to restrict the export of advanced chip manufacturing equipment from July 23
According to a report by Nikkei, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan announced today (May 23) the amendment to the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act, adding 23 categories including advanced chip manufacturing equipment to.....»»
Air quality problems spur $200 million in funds to cut pollution at ports
Diesel equipment will be replaced with hydrogen- or electric-power gear. Raquel Garcia has been fighting for years to clean up the air in her neighborhood southwest of downtown De.....»»
Scientists unlock mechanisms of liquid-repellent surfaces
Griffith University scientists have made significant strides in understanding and controlling liquid interactions on tiny, advanced surfaces, a breakthrough that could impact a wide range of industries, from self-cleaning materials to medical devices.....»»
Advanced terahertz neural network offers compact solution for AI challenges
An innovative planar spoof plasmonic neural network (SPNN) platform capable of directly detecting and processing terahertz (THz) electromagnetic signals has been unveiled by researchers at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and Southeast Universi.....»»
Apple Vision Pro 2 with M5 chip likely to arrive before budget models
Apple is likely to launch a refreshed Apple Vision Pro headset before a cheaper version of the product arrives, according to a new report.An updated Apple Vision Pro could sport an M5 chip and other improvements.Apple is believed to be working on "se.....»»
This is the one gaming CPU I recommend over the Ryzen 7 9800X3D
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a monster gaming CPU, but there's one other chip that delivers similar gaming performance for less money......»»
Apple will likely be updating every Mac with M4, which hasn’t happened in over a decade
Seemingly, for the first time in forever, Apple will be updating every single Mac with an M4 chip, presuming rumors hold correct. There have been a number of times where this has been close, but it hasn’t happened anytime in the past decade, at lea.....»»
TSMC will stop making 7 nm chips for Chinese customers
US restrictions on semiconductor tech are spurring the move. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has notified Chinese chip design companies that it will suspend production.....»»
MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) review: the best gets even better
With a new chip and a handful of quality of life improvements, the M4 MacBook Pro has reached new heights......»»
North Korean hackers employ new tactics to compromise crypto-related businesses
North Korean hackers are targeting crypto-related businesses with phishing emails and novel macOS-specific malware. The crypto-related phishing campaign Since July 2024, phishing emails seemingly containing helpful information on risks related to the.....»»
Apple rumored to upgrade its AI cloud computers with the M4 chip starting next year
Apple has developed special computers to process certain Apple Intelligence requests privately in the cloud, and these computers currently run on the M2 Ultra chip. However, it seems that the company already has plans to upgrade its cloud computers w.....»»
Apple Intelligence may get an M4 upgrade
According to , Apple is talking with its biggest iPhone manufacturing partner, , about building new servers in Taiwan. More servers will mean more processing power for Apple Intelligence features, allowing more people to complete more complex tasks......»»
Odd Jayy Talks LLM Companion Bots
Jorvon Moss has been working on multiple versions of his wearable robots, and finally made some good moves towards making his dream a reality. His Maker Faire Bay Area talk covers everything from getting started to advanced tips for companion bots......»»
Scientists find key to engineering water-responsive biopolymers
Scientists at the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) have developed a novel approach to better understand and predict the behaviors of water-responsive materials—solid matter that can change shape by absorbing.....»»
M4 24-inch iMac vs M3 24-inch iMac compared -- Apple"s iconic Mac gets a speed boost
Apple's refreshed M4 24-inch iMac sports a fast chip, but that isn't the only reason to upgrade. Here's how the hot new model compares to the year-old M3 iMac that it replaces.Apple's M4 iMac hasn't changed all that much.Apple's launch of the new M4.....»»
Sensitive yet empathetic: The dual nature of highly sensitive persons in the workplace
Work stress is a prevalent issue globally, and a recent study from Japan highlights a distinct group of employees who perceive stress in a unique way. Highly sensitive persons (HSPs), known for their heightened sensitivities to external stimuli, tend.....»»
The Samsung Galaxy S25 may get an Exynos chip after all
The Samsung Galaxy S25 could ship with the Exynos 2500 instead of the Snapdragon Elite. Or it might not. No one is really sure at this point......»»
Enzyme engineering has the potential to drive more sustainable and efficient drug manufacturing
Researchers have found a new way to use biocatalysis to improve the production of critical raw materials required for essential drugs, making the process quicker, more efficient, and environmentally friendly. Biocatalysis is a process that uses enzym.....»»
Upcoming M5 Vision Pro creates a unique dilemma for Apple
Over the weekend, we received multiple updates on future Vision products. While some of the news involved delays, the biggest positive for me was affirmation that a new Vision Pro with M5 chip is still expected in 2025. But the more I think about it,.....»»
Unlocking next-gen chip efficiency: Researchers confirm thermal insights for tiny circuits
In a leap toward more powerful and efficient computer chips, researchers at the University of Virginia have confirmed a key principle governing heat flow in thin metal films—a critical component in the race to design faster, smaller and more effici.....»»
Masimo"s claims falter as Apple defends smartwatch designs in court
Apple and Masimo's patent and trade secret dispute has intensified through lawsuits as Apple defends its innovations and Masimo's claims are rejected in court.Apple Watch UltraApple and medical equipment maker Masimo have been embroiled in lawsuits h.....»»