Men are a niche demographic
Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. Danny was back, joining Natasha and Alex and Grace and Chris to chat through the week’s coming and goin.....»»
Migration of academics: Economic development does not necessarily lead to brain drain
A team of researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) in Rostock, Germany, developed a database on international migration of academics in order to assess emigration patterns and trends for this key group of innovators. T.....»»
The best mini-LED laptops for 2023
Mini-LED laptops are niche, but they're slowly starting to gain momentum. Here are the best mini-LED laptops that you should consider this year......»»
Origin of endothelial cells constituting the vascular niche for hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells in zebrafish
Endothelial cells (ECs) line blood vessels and can serve as specialized vascular niches for hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs), a special environment where HSPCs reside and self-renew. A team of researchers found that endoderm-derived EC.....»»
Work ability is influenced by physical fitness, social life and cognitive functions: Study
Due to demographic change, it is becoming increasingly important to maintain the working capacity of aging workforces. In a recent study, researchers from the Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environments and Human Factors in Dortmund (IfADo) ther.....»»
IQE CEO: compound semiconductors will go from niche to mainstream
Global semiconductor and electronics sectors have been in a downturn since the onset of 2022. Companies in Taiwan's compound semiconductor sector, such as WIN Semiconductors and VPEC, have not met their performance expectations. Despite that, so-call.....»»
Making fewer babies: the demographic decline
The world's population may have shot up beyond eight billion for the first time recently, but some countries including the most populous, China, are seeing their populations shrink......»»
Ender-3 V2 Neo review: 3D printing, with the beginner in mind
If you're looking to get started in 3D printing, Creality's Ender-3 V2 Neo 3D has some great features for beginners worth checking out.A decade ago, 3D printing was a niche hobby, but that's no longer the case. That's why I agreed to try out Creality.....»»
Taiwan MOSFET firms shift focus to high-end, niche-market apps
Taiwan-based MOSFET companies have already put a growing focus on high-end and niche-market applications, such as servers and power supply devices, to mitigate the impact of the ongoing inventory correction for consumer electronics products, accordin.....»»
Android Automotive goes mainstream: A review of GM’s new infotainment system
It has four screens, three operating systems, and many of the usual car problems. Enlarge (credit: GMC) Android Automotive, Google's operating system for cars, has historically been pretty niche, and only a handful of hi.....»»
Passive component makers step up deployments in EV market
Taiwan-based passive component makers have enhanced their deployments in electric vehicles (EV) and other niche sectors, in addition to their previous focus on the consumer electronics segment where demand remains disappointing......»»
Billion Electric focuses on niche-market products
Wireless communication and power management device maker Billion Electric focuses on products for niche-market application to avoid competition with giant fellow makers, according to company president Greg Chen......»»
Researchers analyze risk of population disruption as a result of decarbonization
Research led by University of Queensland (UQ) and including the University of Göttingen has analyzed the effects of decarbonization strategies by linking global resource inventories with demographic systems to generate a matrix showing the risks and.....»»
Kindle Scribe review: Largest-ever Kindle is not good enough
The Kindle Scribe has the biggest screen Amazon has made for its e-reader, and you can now write on it — but its limitations, and its cost, mean it only has niche appeal.There is a lot to like about the new 10.2-inch Kindle Scribe, especially if yo.....»»
Yageo, Thinking see sensor components as new growth driver
Passive component suppliers Yageo and Thinking Electronic Industrial have put a growing focus on their sensor products, such as temperature sensors, industrial and other niche-market sensors......»»
Royole FlexPai is a truly unique device
The phablet did become rather popular for a while as this particular niche device straddled the middle line between a smartphone and a tablet. However, Royole has something totally different in mind with the introduction of the Royole FlexPai, where.....»»
Nippon Steel, JFE may further boost output of niche steel for EVs
Japan's two biggest steelmakers may accelerate investment in niche steel that's becoming increasingly sought after as the shift to electric vehicles gathers pace......»»
Compound semiconductor demand for CE devices unlikely to pick up until mid-2023
Compound semiconductor demand for consumer electronics is unlikely to pick up until the middle of next year, while demand for automotive, industrial, military and other niche-market applications continues to grow steadily, according to market sources.....»»
Inventory adjustments for commodity passive components to last longer
Inventory adjustments for commodity passive components will likely take a longer time than expected, prompting suppliers to shift their focus to high-end and niche-market device applications, according to industry sources......»»
Modern trackball mouse wants to be a wireless solution to your ergonomic woes
Trackball mice are still niche, but modern features keep new releases relevant. Enlarge (credit: Kensington) Trackballs aren't exactly a trendy PC accessory. Their heavy, clunky builds bring dated vibes to office setups.....»»
Efun develops niche-market membrane products
Optical film specialist Efun Technology has moved to develop high-value-added membrane products, eyeing new business opportunities, according to company president Ying-Tsung Lu......»»