Industries

RAIN Alliance has launched an initiative dedicated to driving the standardisation of RAIN Reader integration into smartphones, to be led by Dr. Paul Muller, who brings 20+ years of industry experience across wireless connectivity, cellular, RAIN, and NFC technologies to the role.

Renesas Electronics has introduced a new Bluetooth chip that combines a radio transceiver, an Arm M0+ microcontroller, memory, peripherals, and security features all in one compact SoC design.

FORTEC UK is witnessing a remarkable shift towards wireless charging, with businesses increasingly recognising its transformative benefits.

DuPont showcased how it is shaping the next generation of electronics at the International Electronic Circuits (Shanghai) Exhibition 2025.

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is announcing a low outgassing silicone that passes ASTM E595 testing and remains flexible at temperatures as low as -116°C (-177°). The material, SSP2575, has a history of use in space programmes and is available as a ready-to-mould compound, compression-moulded sheet stock, or moulded parts. Applications include satellites, rockets, and telescopes.

As highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza continues to spread in the US, posing serious threats to dairy and poultry farms, both farmers and public health experts need better ways to monitor for infections, in real time, to mitigate and respond to outbreaks.

ENNOVI has introduced an adhesive-free lamination technology that leverages cutting-edge techniques to achieve stronger, more sustainable cell contacting system (CCS) assemblies for various battery cell form factors, including prismatic, cylindrical and pouch. 

China’s National Development and Reform Commission has announced to set up a state-backed venture capital fund focused on robotics, AI, and cutting-edge innovation.

RANsemi has announced that it is collaborating with ACES in a strategic Open RAN partnership. The partnership, endorsed and funded by the Saudi Arabian National Technology Development Programme (NTDP) under the umbrella of the Saudi Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT), aims to advance 5G Open RAN and small cell technologies and innovations nationwide.

Nexperia has introduced an AEC-Q100 qualified 12-channel, 40V high-side LED driver integrated circuit (IC) that complies with the ASIL-B level for designing functionally safe automotive lighting, including tail, brake, signal, and in-cabin illumination applications.