Tobias

Professor Wang Yousheng, a prominent figure in power electronics and control equipment at Zhejiang University and a founding father of China’s power electronics discipline, passed away at 97. Elected to the Chinese Academy of Engineering in 1994, Wang co-developed dual water internal cooling technology for electric motors and pioneered core technologies for high-power induction heating power supplies. He established China’s first power electronics program and received numerous national awards for his substantial contributions to electrical engineering and industrial development.

Canon will begin operations at its expanded lithography equipment factory in Utsunomiya, Japan, this September, its first expansion in 21 years. Aimed at capturing AI-driven semiconductor demand and challenging ASML, Canon invested $345M in the facility and it will use both UV and nanoimprint lithography (NIL). NIL offers cost and energy savings. Production is projected to reach full capacity by 2027, increasing Canon’s total annual output by 30%. Canon hopes NIL will give it a foothold amidst rapid growth in the AI infrastructure market.

At the 2025 Litui Speech, AAC Technologies showcased its “Physical AI” strategy, aiming to redefine human-machine interaction. AAC’s approach focuses on sensory solutions that prioritize human experience, translating reality with “Physical AI” and establishing a “Perception Haute Couture” trust label. This involves integrating sensory devices with AI to enable machines to understand and respond to their surroundings, as demonstrated by applications in mobile concert halls, in-car ecosystems, and robot dexterity. AAC envisions a future where senses have algorithms and space can be decoded, expanding human perception through technology.

Fitch Ratings downgraded Intel’s credit rating to BBB with a negative outlook, citing challenges in maintaining market demand amid intensifying competition. This follows a Q2 earnings report revealing significant losses and restructuring efforts including workforce reductions and project cancellations. While revenue saw a slight uptick, concerns remain over Intel’s financial stability and its ability to improve PC chip shipments and reduce debt. S&P and Moody’s previously downgraded Intel, reflecting broader market pessimism.

The Li Auto i8 has seen high demand for its premium trims (Max and Ultra). Responding to customer feedback regarding complex trim selection and limited customization, Li Auto is consolidating its i8 lineup into a single, fully-equipped model based on the i8 Max, priced at RMB 339,800. This includes a complimentary Platinum audio system. An optional rear entertainment screen package is also being introduced. The shift aims to simplify the purchasing process and caters to the demand for premium features.

Elon Musk announced on X that Tesla may enable in-car gaming while driving within 3-6 months, pending regulatory approval. This follows a video of a Tesla owner playing Grand Theft Auto using Full Self-Driving (FSD). While presenting a potential revenue stream via subscriptions, the plan faces significant regulatory hurdles due to safety concerns and driver distraction, even with FSD engaged. Tesla emphasizes that drivers must remain vigilant and ready to take control despite FSD.

Tech influencer Wang Ziru, recently rebranded as “Wang Ziru AI,” has gone silent on social media, fueling speculation about his AI venture. His Weibo and Douyin accounts haven’t been updated since July 11th, despite a prior focus on AI content creation. While active on Bilibili, the silence follows Wang’s declaration of AI’s lucrative potential. However, his AI content alienated fans, who desired his return to smartphone reviews, highlighting the challenge of balancing new interests with audience expectations.

UBIX Technology, in collaboration with Yinfeng Intelligent Computing and Bigbit Micro, achieved seven world records in the MLPerf® Storage v2.0 benchmark. Using the UbiPower 18000 storage system, UBIX demonstrated top performance in ResNet50, CosmoFlow, and U-Net 3D training tasks, supporting thousands of simulated accelerators. They also led in Llama3 model checkpoint tasks, achieving the highest combined read/write bandwidth density per rack unit. UBIX specializes in high-performance storage solutions for AI and HPC.

Broadcom’s Jericho4 Ethernet fabric router interconnects distributed AI computing clusters across distances exceeding 100km, addressing AI compute bottlenecks. It supports over a million XPUs across geographically dispersed data centers, featuring a HyperPort interface with up to 36,000 ports and 3.2 Tbps bandwidth each. Jericho4 extends RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) support and integrates line-rate MACsec encryption. Adhering to UEC specifications and utilizing standard Ethernet packets, it simplifies integration and improves bandwidth utilization by up to 70%.

Tesla has filed paperwork revealing a potential $29 billion stock option package for CEO Elon Musk. This “interim award” aims to secure Musk’s leadership as Tesla shifts towards autonomous vehicles and robotics. The move follows a Delaware court’s rescission of Musk’s 2018 compensation plan, now under appeal. The new grant, structured to avoid double compensation, would increase Musk’s stake in Tesla if the Delaware ruling stands and he remains an executive for two years. Analysts view it as a signal of confidence in Musk’s ability to guide Tesla’s strategic evolution.