Siemens has expanded its partnership with Nvidia to develop self-verifying AI workflows for semiconductor and PCB design. Unitree’s latest humanoid robot is drawing attention for its agile all-terrain mobility, fueling discussion over the rapid pace of robotics development and potential future applications.

Siemens has expanded its partnership with Nvidia to deliver self-verifying AI workflows for semiconductor and PCB design using physics-based EDA software and accelerated computing.

PCD&F has opened its 2026 PCB Designer Salary Survey, inviting PCB designers, design engineers and layout specialists to share information on salaries, job responsibilities, experience, education and more. Responses will be accepted through July 31.

Daeduck Electronics has partnered with robotics company AeiRobot to launch South Korea's first proof-of-concept deployment of humanoid robots in PCB manufacturing.

Chinese robotics company Unitree has released a video showcasing its new "super athlete" humanoid robot navigating a variety of terrain with advanced balance and mobility.

Elephantech develops Saphire B copper nanopaste.

Antenova launches Aurata SR4L112 embedded 4G/LTE antenna.

CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY is accepting entries for the 20th annual New Product Introduction Awards, with submissions for electronics assembly products due Dec. 14.

Sean Patterson discusses why AI adoption in manufacturing depends on building practical workplace habits rather than relying on training alone in the latest PCB Chat.

PCEA has opened PCB East 2027 booth sales for returning exhibitors and Gold and Platinum corporate members. The exhibition will be held April 28, 2027, at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA, alongside the four-day technical conference, with general booth sales opening Aug. 12.

PCB West 2026 is nearly sold out, with fewer than 5 percent of exhibition booths remaining for the Sept. 29–Oct. 2 event at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

PCEA announced a dedicated electronics assembly program for PCB West 2026, featuring 10 technical sessions on solder paste, placement, reflow, stencil design and cleaning.

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Samsung Electronics has signed a memorandum of understanding with Broadcom to expand collaboration on AI semiconductors through 2030.

Cadence Design Systems raised its yearly revenue and profit forecasts after second-quarter revenue increased 24 percent year-over-year to $1.5B.

Global IT spending is forecast to reach $6 trillion this year, a 14 percent increase over 2025.

Sanmina topped third-quarter expectations as AI infrastructure demand fueled growth, with the segment increasing 173 percent year-over-year.

EC Electronics has acquired Fastlink Data Cables.

Cicor Group has entered into a strategic outsourcing agreement with Singapore-based EDMI that includes the planned acquisition of EDMI Electronics.

Celestica raised its full-year outlook after reporting record second-quarter revenue of $4.7B, up 62 percent year-over-year.

Government initiatives in India are driving investment in deep-tech funds focused on semiconductors, AI, aerospace, cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing startups.

NCAB reported a 30 percent increase in second-quarter sales as AI-driven PCB demand continued to boost order activity.

Aapico's chief executive said global automakers and suppliers must collaborate with Chinese EV manufacturers to remain competitive.

ViTrox Americas appointed Doug Ennis senior field applications and service engineer.

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