Biden Administration Commits to Strengthening Semiconductor Supply Chain

Biden Administration Commits to Strengthening Semiconductor Supply Chain

The Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) between the U.S. Department of Commerce and Microchip Technology Inc., signaling a commitment to bolstering the domestic semiconductor supply chain. The proposed investment of approximately $162 million aims to enhance the production of critical microcontroller units (MCUs) and specialty semiconductors, with the potential to create over 700 jobs.… Read the rest

New AI Model Predicts Future COVID Variants and Their Spread

New AI Model Predicts Future COVID Variants and Their Spread

A groundbreaking study has revealed that an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model can accurately predict the emergence of new COVID variants and forecast their potential impact on infection rates. The model, developed by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States and The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School in Israel, has proven effective in detecting around 73 percent of the variants in each country that will result in at least 1,000 cases per 10 lakh people over a three-month period.… Read the rest

AI’s Potential in Marine Fisheries Explored at National Workshop

AI’s Potential in Marine Fisheries Explored at National Workshop

In a national workshop jointly organized by NITI Aayog, ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), and the Kerala Fisheries Department, experts discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) could help tackle challenges in the marine fisheries sector. NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery emphasized the vital role of technology as a growth driver and highlighted the potential of frontier technologies like AI in addressing these challenges.… Read the rest

Quintauris GmbH to Drive Advancement in RISC-V Adoption

Quintauris GmbH to Drive Advancement in RISC-V Adoption

Quintauris GmbH, a collaboration between major semiconductor players including Robert Bosch GmbH, Infineon Technologies AG, Nordic Semiconductor ASA, NXP Semiconductors, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., has been established with the aim of promoting the adoption of the RISC-V chip architecture. This marks a significant development in the RISC-V community and is expected to fuel innovation in the semiconductor industry.… Read the rest

Railways to Utilize AI for Efficient Crowd Control at Magh Mela

Railways to Utilize AI for Efficient Crowd Control at Magh Mela

The upcoming Magh Mela in Prayagraj will witness the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology by the railways to ensure effective crowd control at various stations. This move is seen as a preparation for the upcoming Maha Kumbh in 2025.

To manage the increase in crowds, devotees will be directed to 14 holding areas, including seven at Prayagraj Junction, four at Prayag station, and three at Rambagh, along with other designated circulating areas.… Read the rest

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