NASA is reportedly ordering research from private companies to support future missions to Mars.

Upstream copper prices have risen sharply, copper foil processing fees have also risen, electronic fiberglass cloth manufacturers have made a recovery increase in product prices, and midstream copper clad laminate (CCL) manufacturers have also begun to issue price increase notices to the downstream to alleviate cost pressure.

Apple reportedly has a “secret” laboratory in Zurich, Switzerland, known as the Vision Lab, which is dedicated to the research and development of artificial intelligence.

Fundamental issues in computer vision remain unresolved.

Inventec received a grant for a "fixing device" with double-layer chip for circuit board.

The discounted price for the PCB East 2024 technical conference ends May 3.

PCB East 2024 features more than 80 hours of technical presentations, including an all-day forum on UHDI.

AI copilots are changing how coding is taught. Professors are shifting away from syntax and emphasizing higher-level skills.

IDTechEx is forecasting a significant market shift toward C-V2X technology, with over 90% of the market forecasted to be using 5G-based C-V2X technology by 2034, and has thoughts on which base materials will be used.

Emerald Technologies announced its acquisition of Optimum Design Associates, an electronic design and engineering services company.

Benchmark Electronics announced first quarter revenue of $676 million, down from $695 million a year ago.

TTM Technologies reported first quarter net sales were $570.1 million, compared to $544.4 million in 2023.

ZF Friedrichshafen and Foxconn have formed a joint venture for passenger car chassis systems.

Intervala and Westmoreland County Community College have teamed up to create a comprehensive electronics technician training program.

Netweb Technologies posted a nearly three-fold jump in its quarterly net profit as it brings a new SMT facility online.

Anthony Peter Bonadero is said to become the Compal's new president, making it the first Taiwan-based downstream electronics manufacturer to be headed by a foreigner. Current president Martin Wong will transition to a consulting role and keep his place on the board.

Amitron appointed Lance Riley head of sales and operations.

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