Intel and SambaNova deepen alliance to capture AI infrastructure demand
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to full-scale production, companies are confronting the limits of GPU-only inference architectures. In response, Intel and SambaNova Systems on Monday unveiled a jointly engineered blueprint designed to address the next generation of AI workloads, while announcing a broader multi-year strategic collaboration.
Robotaxis enter a new phase: Regulation over innovation
As companies like Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and Waymo begin rolling out autonomous vehicles across Europe and the US, the bottleneck facing robotaxis has shifted. No longer defined primarily by technological breakthroughs, the industry is now constrained by regulatory approval and the ability to operate reliably in complex, real-world conditions.
BYD expands driver tech, but software gaps come into focus
The choice of sensing architecture and the efficiency of data iteration have emerged as decisive factors in the competitiveness of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and higher-level autonomous driving. Increasingly, they shape not only technological leadership but also brand perception and sales performance.
India roundup: Domestic chip firms anchor India’s semiconductor ambitions
India is advancing its semiconductor ecosystem via design alliances and acquisitions, while recalibrating its China ties. IndieSemiC and Kaynes target local chip gaps despite uncertain demand, and Cyient’s Kinetic deal boosts power IC capabilities. Meanwhile, security-driven supplier shifts and new export opportunities highlight India’s evolving strategic and industrial positioning.