ASML’s High NA EUV Machines: On Track for 2023 Delivery Despite Supplier Challenges
September 06, 2023 – ASML CEO Peter Wennink recently shared insights during an interview with Reuters, shedding light on the company’s commitment to delivering High Numerical Aperture Extreme Ultraviolet (High NA EUV) machines by the end of this year, despite encountering some supplier-related challenges. ASML’s High NA EUV machines are colossal in size, comparable to…
Apple Ditches MicroLED Development for Apple Watch Amid Cost and Design Hurdles
March 26, 2024 – Recent reports from renowned tipster Mark Gurman indicate that Apple has made the decision to abandon the development of MicroLED screens for the Apple Watch, despite continued considerations for applying the technology to other future products. The primary reasons behind this move are reportedly the exorbitant costs and complex design challenges…
US Proposes Ban on Chinese Software in Autonomous Vehicles
August 05, 2024 – The U.S. government is reportedly planning to propose a ban on the use of Chinese software in autonomous vehicles within the next few weeks, according to Reuters. Citing unnamed sources, the report indicates that the Biden administration intends to introduce new regulations prohibiting the use of Chinese software in vehicles equipped…
Reducing Costs and Accelerating Innovation:Tesla’s Gigacasting Innovation
September 15, 2023 – In a groundbreaking development reported by Reuters today, Tesla has achieved a significant milestone in its automotive manufacturing technology. This advancement in their gigacasting technique promises to revolutionize the production of electric vehicles and bring Elon Musk one step closer to his goal of halving production costs. According to insider sources,…
Windows 11 Embraces USB4 2.0 and Hints at Wi-Fi 7 Support in Latest Update
March 05, 2024 – In a recent development, Microsoft has quietly introduced support for USB4 2.0 in its latest Windows 11 update, sparking excitement among users. With this update, Windows 11 now boasts support for 80Gbps USB4 connections, marking a significant leap forward in data transfer speeds. The updated operating system versions, 22621.3235 and 22631.3235,…
TSMC Eyes Expanded Use of Nuclear Energy for Chip Production Amid Policy Relaxation
May 20, 2024 – According to a report by tech media wccftech, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is exploring the possibility of using nuclear power to alleviate the current pressure on electricity consumption during the chip manufacturing process. The current Minister of Economic Affairs, Guo Zhihui, views nuclear energy as a clean source of power,…
EU Demands Apple to End Geo-blocking on App Store and Music Services
November 13, 2024 – According to a Bloomberg report, the European Commission stated on Tuesday that Apple’s practice of geo-blocking may violate consumer protection rules, adding to the regulatory pressure the tech giant is already facing in the European Union. The EU has demanded that Apple halt its geo-blocking practices for services including the App…
Amazon AWS Clarifies: No Halt in Nvidia Chip Orders
May 22, 2024 – Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing arm of Amazon, has clarified its position on the reported pause in ordering Nvidia’s Grace Hopper chips. In response to a query from Reuters, an AWS spokesperson stated that the company has not halted any orders from Nvidia. The transition from Grace Hopper chips…
The Story of Macau: A Chronicle of Kinship and Transformation
Phoebe Zhang Many literary works recollect the history of Mainland and Macau’s friendship; none are as extensive when it comes to highlighting the deep historical, political, and cultural bonds between the two regions as the six-book series, The Story of Macau. Therefore, after working on this journalistic collection with my grandfather, Yushu Zhang, a journalist…
iVRy Project’s Breakthrough: PS VR2 Headset Can Now Be Used on PC
“May 8, 2023 -” Sony has released the latest virtual reality headset, the PS VR2, which is now listed as a PlayStation accessory on the official website. The website explicitly states that the headset is only compatible with the PS5 gaming console. However, the iVRy project has recently made a breakthrough in cracking the PS…