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NEURA Robotics and Qualcomm Announce Long-Term Strategic Collaboration on Physical AI and Cognitive Robotics
NEURA Robotics and Qualcomm Technologies, have entered a long-term strategic collaboration to advance next-generation robotics and physical AI platforms. The partnership combines Qualcomm Technologies’ AI compute, connectivity, and robotics platforms with NEURA Robotics’ full-sta
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FAMES Pilot Line Launches 2026 Open-Access Call with FD-SOI 10nm and RF BAW Filter PDKs
The FAMES Pilot Line launched its 2026 Open-Access Call on March 9, 2026, for European semiconductor stakeholders. The programme adds four new process-design kits (PDKs) focused on radio frequency components and advanced FD-SOI technology, building on interest and early silicon results from the 2
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India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 to Expand Chip Design Training to 500 Institutions
India has recorded progress towards its 10-year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design under the Chips to Startups (C2S) programme of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini V
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India Semiconductor Sector Signs Multiple MoUs at SemiConnect2026 and IESA VS 2026
Several memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and initiatives were formalised in India's semiconductor and electronics sector during the Gujarat SemiConnect Conference 2026 at Gandhinagar Gujarat and India Electronics and Semiconductor Association Vision Summit (IESA VS) 2026 in Bengaluru.
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IISc Launches Brain Co-Processor Moonshot with Pratiksha Trust to Develop Implantable and Non-Invasive Neural Devices
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has launched a “Moonshot” project on brain co-processors. The project combines neuromorphic hardware and AI algorithms to enhance or restore brain function. It is funded by the Pratiksha Trust, founded by Mr Senapathy ‘Kris’ Gopalakri
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Karnataka 2026-27 Budget: ₹5 Cr AI Centre at IIIT Raichur, BRAINz Robotics Zone at IISc, Rs 45,000 Cr Semiconductor Push
The Karnataka Budget 2026-27 includes allocations for artificial intelligence, robotics, electronics, semiconductors and science infrastructure. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced an expected investment of about Rs 45,000 crore in the semiconductor and electronics sector. Global companies incl
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TOHO International Brings Japanese Precision Semiconductor Testing Solutions to India
TOHO International, a leading Japanese manufacturer of high-precision semiconductor testing consumables, showcased its comprehensive “one-stop” portfolio at the IESA Vision Summit 2026. Headquartered in Osaka with a branch office in Bengaluru, TOHO offers Made-in-Japan testing de
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Soliton Demonstrates Language-Agnostic, Scalable Test Solutions Powered by AI
Soliton Technologies, a leading provider of software-powered post-silicon test and automation services, showcased its advanced solutions for semiconductor validation at the IESA Vision Summit 2026, held on February 25–26 at The Leela Bhartiya City Convention Centre. The company speci
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AI-Powered Graphical Firmware IDE for MCU based Embedded Systems by a Mumbai based Startup Smowcode
Mumbai-based startup Smowcode, founded in 2021, stole the spotlight at the IESA Vision Summit 2026 with its groundbreaking product Smowcode Studio a visual coding platform that slashes firmware development time from days to minutes while delivering production-grade performance. Smowc
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CN Water Highlights Critical Role of Ultra-Pure Water in India’s Semiconductor Boom
With large-scale semiconductor fabrication plants under construction by Tata Electronics and more expected soon, ultra-pure water (UPW) has emerged as one of the most mission-critical inputs for high-volume chip manufacturing in India. Thane-based CN Water (CN Tech Engineers Pvt. Ltd.), a
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Texas Instruments Collaborates with NVIDIA to Advance Humanoid Robot Deployment Using mmWave Radar and Jetson Thor
Texas Instruments announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to support the transition from simulation to real-world deployment of humanoid robots. The partnership combines TI's real-time motor control, sensing, radar, and power technologies with NVIDIA's robotics compute, Ethernet-based sensing
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Rajesh Vaddempudi Highlights AI-Driven Challenges and India's Rising Role in Semiconductor Testing and Manufacturing
Rajesh Vaddempudi, Managing Director of Advantest India, delivered an optimistic keynote address on the future of semiconductor manufacturing, asserting that India is well-positioned to emerge as a major production nation in the global industry. Speaking at a prominent industry event focused on e
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