Shrinking LLMs With Self-Compression


Language models are becoming ever larger, making on-device inference slow and energy-intensive. A direct and surprisingly effective remedy is to prune complete channels whose contribution to the task is negligible. Our earlier work introduced a training-time procedure – Self-Compression [1, 4] – that lets back-propagation decide the bit-width of every channel, so unhelpful ones fade away. T... » read more

AI Pushes High-End Mobile From SoCs To Multi-Die


Advanced packaging is becoming a key differentiator for the high end of the mobile phone market, enabling higher performance, more flexibility, and faster time to market than systems on chip. Monolithic SoCs likely will remain the technology of choice for low-end and midrange mobile devices because of their form factor, proven record, and lower cost. But multi-die assemblies provide more fle... » read more

Driving The Future: How Rust And Virtual ECUs Are Transforming AUTOSAR Classic Automotive Software


By Nicolas Amringer and Stefan Pruisken The landscape of automotive software is undergoing significant transformation, driven by growing system complexity, stringent safety standards, and the need for streamlined development cycles. Virtual ECUs (vECUs) have become indispensable for accelerating both development and validation processes. In this context, the adoption of Rust within AUTOSAR C... » read more

Unlocking The Potential Of Ultra-Wideband Radar Technology


Ultra-wideband (UWB) is a short-range wireless communication technology that was once intended for military applications. In 2002, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) exempted its license and made it available for public use. Since then, UWB technology has evolved over time, transforming the way devices interact by offering secure ranging and precision sensing capabilities. With... » read more

3D-IC Stress Analysis


The semiconductor industry is undergoing a transformation as 3D integrated circuits (ICs) and heterogeneous packaging become mainstream. With these advances comes the promise of higher functional density, a smaller footprint and enhanced system performance. However, these same innovations introduce new mechanical stressors within complex assemblies, posing novel reliability risks across the dev... » read more

AI: A New Tool For Hackers, And For Preventing Attacks


Semiconductor Engineering sat down to discuss hardware security challenges, including new threat models from AI-based attacks, with Nicole Fern, principal security analyst at Keysight; Serge Leef, AI-For-Silicon strategist at Microsoft; Scott Best, senior director for silicon security products at Rambus; Lee Harrison, director of Tessent Automotive IC Solutions at Siemens EDA; Mohit Arora, seni... » read more

6G Rollout Will Be A Patchwork At First


6G is expected to begin rolling out in 2030, but advances in 5G will inch cellular technology close enough that it will make the first 6G implementations seem more like just another upgrade. That's just the starting point, though. 6G technology gets much more interesting from there, connecting more devices at a significantly higher data rate, and enabling services that would be unattractive to ... » read more

Supercharging Nanobot Medicine With CFD And Physical AI


Envision a future where tiny robotic machines, known as nanobots, live within your body, safeguarding your health. These microscopic marvels could monitor your vitals, deliver precise therapies, and even repair damaged tissue—all autonomously. While this may sound like science fiction, advancements in computational fluid dynamic (CFD) tools are making this vision a reality by decoding th... » read more

The Complete Guide To Intelligent Edge Technology


The rise of edge technology is transforming how data is processed and decisions are made, right where data is generated. Unlike traditional cloud computing, intelligent edge computing pushes processing closer to the source, enabling faster responses and improved efficiency. The global edge AI market reflects this shift, which was valued at $20.78 billion in 2024. By 2030, it's projected to gro... » read more

Creating A Modular And Versatile State-of-the-Art Cryptographic Subsystem


As the demand for secure, high-performance silicon continues to grow, chipmakers are seeking cryptographic subsystems that are not only robust and efficient but also adaptable to a wide range of use cases. Whether targeting defense electronics, automotive systems, or industrial IoT, customers are looking for solutions that deliver certified, trusted, and future-proof security capabilities. A... » read more

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