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US bets heavily on subsidies to rebuild semiconductor industry
The US government is embarking on a historic intervention in the global semiconductor industry. The CHIPS and Science Act has already resulted in major funding for Intel and TSMC, and now Samsung is poised to receive up to $6.4 billion in subsidies to boost its US manufacturing footprint. This unprecedented financial commitment reflects both a desire to secure America's position as a technological leader and growing geopolitical concerns about reliance on overseas suppliers.
Exascend’s radiation-hardened PR4 industrial SSD available from Astute Group
Astute Group offers the Exascend Radiation Hardened PR4 industrial SSD, an ultra-robust storage solution designed to withstand extreme conditions and the most demanding applications in industries where equipment is exposed to radiation. Tailored for mission-critical systems within aerospace, nuclear energy, and high-reliability industrial settings, the PR4 SSD delivers exceptional reliability and resilience in the face of harsh environments.
Slovakia greenlights €267m aid for Volvo EV plant
Slovakia has secured EU approval for a €267 million investment to support Volvo Cars' new electric vehicle plant in the country. The Commission's decision underscores the EU's focus on fostering both regional economic development and the transition to a net-zero emissions economy.