In a strategic move to cement its position in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector, Microsoft has unveiled plans to open a new AI hub in London.

This article originally appeared in the March'24 magazine issue of Electronic Specifier Design – see ES's Magazine Archives for more featured publications. A blue plaque is steeped in history – starting in the late 1800s, the scheme is now run by the English Heritage, and is a symbol of how history has shaped progress.

Researchers at Rice University have made strides in the field of soft robotics by developing an analytical model that precisely predicts the curing time of platinum-catalysed silicone elastomers based on temperature.

TU Wien researchers have unveiled a novel method of data storage that utilises holographic techniques, diverging from traditional digital or hard disk storage methods.

Researchers at Tohoku University have experimented with creating a paper-based battery that is water-activated and utilises Mg-air (magnesium-air).

Smartphone giant Samsung has reported a significant surge in its profits for the first quarter of 2024. The corporation saw a staggering increase in operating profit to ₩6.6 trillion for the January-March period, marking an increase of 931% compared to the same timeframe in 2023, notably exceeded analysts' predictions, which had estimated profits around ₩5.7 trillion.

Engineers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have created a new tool for monitoring the heart: a bioelectronic mesh that can measure both the physical movements and electrical signals of heart cells as they grow.

Amazon has decided to discontinue its "Just Walk Out" technology in Amazon Fresh stores in the United States following a spout of controversy.

In a leap from its renowned smartphone territory, Xiaomi has unveiled its first electric vehicle (EV), the SU7, marking the company's entry into the competitive EV sector.

Electronic Specifier speaks with RagaAI Founder Gaurav Agarwall to learn more about how and why we should be evaluating LLMs.

Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years has impacted operations at local semiconductor firms, raising concerns about disruptions to the global technology supply chain.

Yum Brands, the parent company of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC, and Habit Burger Grill, is pioneering an “AI-powered” future for the fast-food industry.

The International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM) stands as a pivotal conference within the global semiconductor industry, attracting experts, researchers, and professionals dedicated to advancing the field of electron devices.

High-pressure sodium lights (HPS) are a type of gas discharge lamp that has been widely used for outdoor lighting, notably in streetlamps, as well as in industrial and horticultural applications.

The UK and US have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop AI model testing as a follow up from the AI Safety Summit.

The Internet, Cloud computing, big data analytics, AI, ML, the Internet of Things, e-commerce, VR – these are just a few of the digital technologies that rely on data centres.

As the Easter season approaches, confectioners and chocolate manufacturers are not only busy thinking up tasty eggs and bunny combinations; they are also embracing the latest advancements in electronics and automation.

Gemma Donnelly's career began far from the soldering irons and circuit boards of Dexory's bustling electronics labs.

Electronic Specifier takes a look at the top 5 AI products to have been released in March 2024.

Electronic Specifier takes a look at the top 5 power products to have been released in March 2024.