Securing AI Silicon


The importance of security in AI training/inference silicon is increasing in awareness. Over the past several months, I’ve noticed many questions in common from various parts of the microelectronic industry. In this blog post, I’ll share my thoughts on some of these most frequently asked questions. Firstly, people often ask if securing AI silicon is different from securing other types of... » read more

Hardware Security Guide to Industry Standards and Regulations


In an era marked by relentless technological advancements, the significance of cybersecurity standards, regulations and guidelines has emerged as a critical dimension for companies engaged in the manufacturing of electronic devices. In this dynamic landscape, semiconductor manufacturers are compelled to navigate a complex web of standards and compliance requirements to ensure hardware security... » read more

Seeing with Sound: AI-Based Detection of Participants in Automotive Environment from Passive Audio


Existing ADAS solutions for car environmental awareness (cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic, etc.) require targets to be in a clear line of sight from the sensor. The target must be illuminated by some source of energy, so systems are affected by dust, weather, lighting, and obstacles. We address those limitations using a passive acoustic solution that “listens” to the environment. It can hear pote... » read more

Securing Semiconductor Manufacturing: Tackling Cybersecurity Challenges in SECS/GEM Protocols


As the global demand for electronics continues to surge, the semiconductor market has reached unprecedented revenue levels. The industry’s value chain comprises four critical stages, each presenting unique cybersecurity challenges: -Integrated Circuit Design Engineers design the layout and functionality of integrated circuits using Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. -Photomask P... » read more

Decarbonizing Commercial Vehicles with Infineon Semiconductors


Commercial, construction and agricultural vehicles (CAVs) are the backbone of industries that drive our global economy. Motivated by recent developments, the CAV industry is now undergoing a radical change: the journey toward electrification--from CAVS to eCAVs. The electrification of CAVs is a huge and promising challenge in which the semiconductors play a crucial role. Find more informatio... » read more

Holistic Verification and Validation of Automotive IP for Functional Safety SoCs


Automotive functional safety systems have strict requirements to help avoid damages to life and property in case of a failure. As technology becomes more complex, there are increasing safety-related risks from systematic failures and random hardware failures that must be considered during product development. Standards like ISO 26262 provide guidance to mitigate such safety-related risks, by de... » read more

Security Focus Widens To HW, SW, Ecosystems


Hardware security strategies are pushing much further left in the chip design flow as the number of vulnerabilities in complex designs and connected devices continues to grow, taking into account potential vulnerabilities in both hardware and software, as well as the integrity of an extended global supply chain. These approaches leverage the speed of fixing problems in software, and the effe... » read more

Digital Twin And The Implications For Semiconductor Suppliers


Automotive is a prime example of one industry where advanced semiconductors are forcing change across all aspects of vehicle development. Accelerated investment is fueling this industry wide evolution, driven by new business models, environmental regulations, and the evolution toward fully autonomous, software-defined vehicles. The demand for fully and semi-autonomous systems has a particula... » read more

Cyber Threats To The SECS/GEM Protocol In Smart Manufacturing


Semiconductors are an indispensable part of modern electronic products and are also a fundamental basis for the development of the AI industry. This industry is crucial for global economic growth and national security. As the semiconductor industry transitions to Industry 4.0, the connection between production equipment and factory networks has expanded the attack surface, providing adversaries... » read more

Power Stage Selection Considerations For High-Current Voltage Regulators


There are several key things to consider when selecting a power stage for high-current voltage regulators: What area does the power stage need to fit in? What is the continuous output current? What is the maximum peak current? This should not exceed the peak current rating of the power stage. What is the power loss for sustained output current? This can be calculated... » read more

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