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CB Tech in April acquired Reliable Circuits to enhance internal circuit board capabilities and support product innovation.

Daeduck Electronics made strides in the semiconductor industry by delivering multilayer PCB samples for AI accelerators to AMD.

DeepMind researchers say AI must move beyond static data and embrace environmental experience through a new “streams” approach, allowing models to learn without human pre-judgment.

A group of scientists led by Northwestern Polytechnical University claims to reduce the cost and fabrication complexity of microcalorimeters by utilizing widely available flexible printed circuit manufacturing processes.

Shennan Circuit says construction of the company’s Thailand bare board factory is progressing in an orderly manner.

Taiwanese PCB fabricators are reporting big jumps in revenue on the backs of AI server demand.

UC San Diego and BASF Scientists have developed a fully 3D-printed robot that can walk, climb and even move across water – without the need for electronics.

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ADAC Automotive has acquired EBW Electronics, enhancing its capabilities in printed circuit board assembly and expanding its manufacturing footprint in West Michigan.

Aegis Software has partnered with Hanwha Semitech Americas to introduce the FactoryLogix Machine Programmer as a cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for US SMT customers.

Altus Group installed a Scienscope AXC-800 III.

Atlas Copco opened its first Smart Factory Innovation Centre in India, showcasing automation and zero-defect manufacturing solutions.

Avalon Technologies announced its board of directors has approved a proposal for the EMS to invest in motor control OEM Zepco Technologies.

Bestronics wants to double its EMS company capacity in Veldhoven, the Netherlands.

Deutsche Aircraft expanded its strategic partnership with EMS Cyient Group.

Dixon Technologies is setting up a Rs 1,000-crore facility near Chennai and the EMS company expects to generate 5,000 jobs in the region, the state government said. Dixon also secured a deal with Signify to enhance local production capabilities.

EIT Zollner has completed construction of a new 100,000 sq. ft. electronics manufacturing facility in Salem, NH.

FlashPCB installed a Pemtron Athena 3-D AOI and a 1 Click SMT Drymaster 555L humidity control storage cabinet.

Flock Safety has opened a new $10 million assembly plant in Smyrna, GA, that will build drones, security cameras and other electronics systems.

Foxconn subsidiary FIH Mobile is shifting production to Mexico and Vietnam due to tariff tensions.

Fuji America named BarTron its 2024 Sales Rep Group of the Year.

Hanwha Semitech Americas named ROCKA Solutions representative for its full SMT assembly line portfolio in Mexico.

Incap Electronics US invested $2 million in advanced SMT lines, boosting capacity by 110% and advancing its automation and traceability goals.

Micron has confirmed its plans to raise memory prices, citing strong demand for DRAM and NAND flash in the years ahead.

Mirtec named ROCKA Solutions Mexico exclusive partner in Mexico, Brazil and Argentina.

Mycronic’s Global Technologies division has acquired UK-based RoBAT, which posted GBP 3 million ($1.28 million) in 2024 sales.

Kurtz Ersa announced AtlantechUSA as its 2024 Representative of the Year in the rework and machines categories.

Latham Industries installed four Inovaxe Smart Stationary SREX stockroom racks.

Luxshare is looking at Southeast Asia as its top choice for expansion.

Novair USA appointed PIT Equipment Services representative serving North America.

Nvidia will manufacture AI supercomputers in Houston and Dallas as part of a $500 billion US-based expansion, with mass production expected within 12–15 months.

PACE Worldwide expanded its distribution partnership with Q Source.

Pentagon EMS named Murray Percival Co. distributor.

Quantum Storage Systems named CE3S distributor of its storage solutions.

Realme and Optiemus Electronics will manufacture 5 million AIoT devices annually in India, aiming to localize all production and components amid global tariff shifts and Make in India efforts.