The US Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, recently emphasized the importance of revitalizing the chip industry in the United States. She compared the current focus on increasing chip production to the space race of the 1960s, highlighting the need for the country to reduce its dependence on a few countries in Asia for essential products
Semiconductor materials play a crucial role in various optoelectronic applications such as solar cells, transistors, detectors, sensors, and LEDs. Understanding the transport properties of both negative and positive charge carriers in semiconductors is essential for optimizing the performance of these devices. Traditionally, determining these properties required separate measurements for each type of charge carrier, leading
Arc Boat Company, a startup dedicated to electrifying boating for sports and leisure, has recently introduced its second electric boat model called the Arc Sport. Priced at $258,000, the Arc Sport is designed for wake sports enthusiasts and aims to compete with high-end models offered by established traditional boat makers. This new model is a
The European Union is wasting no time in utilizing its new powers under the Digital Services Act (DSA), as the European Commission recently announced an investigation into whether TikTok is violating DSA rules related to the protection of minors on the app. This move comes after concerns were raised about TikTok’s compliance in various areas,
Electronics have traditionally relied on the movement of electrical charges to transmit signals and currents. However, a new field called spintronics has emerged, which focuses on manipulating electronic currents and signals through the intrinsic magnetic moment of electrons. This innovative approach has opened up new opportunities for research in electronic technologies. In the realm of
Remotasks, a platform offering up to $60 per hour, has been at the forefront of the search for expert data laborers. The company’s recent job ads sought individuals fluent in over 20 European languages, as well as US-based creative writers, sports journalists, chemistry experts, and nuclear physicists. According to Primack, an expert in the field,
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader underwent a monumental update, with a comprehensive list of changes that span a massive 17,000 words. The overhaul, described as “engrossing, obscure, and absolutely exhausting” in a previous review, has brought about numerous alterations to improve the overall gameplay experience. Among the myriad of modifications included in the update, developers Owlcat
In a groundbreaking development, a patient who has been implanted with Neuralink’s brain technology can now control a computer mouse simply by using their thoughts. The announcement was made by Elon Musk, the founder of the company, who revealed that the patient had experienced a full recovery with no reported negative effects. Neuralink, a startup
WhatsApp has been constantly working on enhancing the privacy and security features of its messaging platform. One of the latest developments includes the introduction of a Chat Lock feature on the web version of WhatsApp. This new feature is designed to allow users to lock specific chats behind a secret code, similar to how it
The Singapore Airshow, Asia’s largest aviation event, has marked a pivotal moment for the industry by opening its doors to the public after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With over 1,000 exhibitors and a wide array of aerial displays, this year’s show signifies the resumption of crucial business activities and showcases the latest