Aug 24, 2026 The Human Brain Versus AI: Similar Results, Very Different Machines Brains and LLMs both predict through networks, but their methods differ sharply. The brain performs complex tasks on about 20 watts after 600 million years of evolution, while LLMs rely on energy-hungry silicon hardware to mimic neural processes. EE Times

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Hon Hai Subsidiary Foxconn Assembly Takes Full Control of Q-Edge Corporation Foxconn's subsidiary has approved a $188 million purchase of 18.8 million additional Q-Edge shares, raising its stake to 100%. The deal strengthens strategic control while posing limited balance-sheet risk, accounting for just 0.16% of total assets. The Global and Mail

The Drawbacks of Internal Recycling Systems for Solder Dross This paper examines the risks and hidden costs of in-house solder dross recycling, highlighting contamination, compliance, quality, safety, and economic challenges that often outweigh perceived savings. Technical Paper

America's AI backlash: How the effort to keep worker trust is evolving inside companies AI adoption is fueling workplace anxiety, with 53% of Americans fearing job losses. Companies can ease concerns by communicating openly, encouraging experimentation, investing in upskilling and phasing in changes while showing how AI helps employees. CNBC

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AI memory windfall: Samsung to hand back up to US$79 billion in 2026 Samsung Electronics' board approved a 2026 shareholder return plan worth an estimated KRW90 trillion to KRW110 trillion, or US$64 billion to US$79 billion. The company says the payout will be the largest ever by a Korean firm. Digitimes

Will High Humidity Affect Reflow Soldering? Will higher than normal humidity in our facility affect reflow soldering? What impact might it have? The Assembly Brothers, Jim Hall and Phil Zarrow, address these questions and more. Board Talk

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What Did Data Centers Do Before AI? Data centers have evolved from room-sized mainframes into massive facilities powering cloud services, telecom networks, crypto mining and AI. Virtualization and internet growth accelerated demand, while today's AI boom drives rapid expansion and increasing environmental concerns. BGR

Apple expected to expand manufacturing beyond iPhones India expects Apple to expand manufacturing beyond iPhones, while Google could shift significant export-oriented device production from China to India. The government's ₹62,500-crore scheme aims to boost electronics manufacturing, domestic value addition and Indian mobile brands. The Times of India

The Effects of Phosphorus in Lead-Free Solders This paper reports on experiments to determine the effects of phosphorus additions on the behavior of a widely used lead-free solder. Technical Paper

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Copy Of Apple expected to expand manufacturing beyond iPhones India expects Apple to expand manufacturing beyond iPhones, while Google could shift significant export-oriented device production from China to India. The government's ₹62,500-crore scheme aims to boost electronics manufacturing, domestic value addition and Indian mobile brands. The Times of India

5 Futuristic Inventions From The Jetsons That Are Now A Reality "The Jetsons" predicted many technologies that now resemble reality, from digital encyclopedias to voice assistants. Today's AI chatbots echo the show's helpful yet error-prone machines, highlighting how science fiction anticipated technological progress & its unintended challenges. BGR

A Packaging Physics of Failure Based Testing Methodology A risk assessment testing methodology built in the fundamentals of packaging physics of failure is discussed in terms of reliability tests. Technical Paper

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Tesla recalls 3 million vehicles in China over doorhandle safety, driver monitoring Tesla is recalling about 3 million vehicles in China over doorhandle and driver-monitoring safety issues. The company will use software updates and repairs to improve emergency exits and driver attention as competition from BYD and Xiaomi intensifies. CNBC

A Profitable Business Isn't Necessarily a Valuable One. Here's the Difference. Profitable businesses often struggle to secure premium valuations despite strong earnings growth. Buyers, lenders and investors look beyond profitability, assessing factors such as growth quality, sustainability, risk and market potential before determining a company's true value. Entrepreneur

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Report outlines AI's workplace effects AI is reshaping workplaces rather than eliminating jobs, with 61% of Asia-Pacific executives expecting workforce growth. However, skills shortages hinder adoption, while companies invest in flexible offices that support collaboration, productivity and human-machine work. Taipei Times

What is Kelvin Test? This paper uses data to outline what a 4-wire Kelvin test. Several examples are illustrated of what the 4 wire Kelvin test can and cannot do. Technical Paper

What Kind Of Radiation Do Data Centers Emit? Data centers emit low-level non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation from servers, routers, and power systems. Experts say these emissions generally pose little health risk because exposure remains localized and limited, though long-term exposure and overexposure warrant monitoring. BGR

China's NAND Specialist YMTC Moves Closer to IPO YMTC is preparing a Shanghai STAR Market IPO after CXMT's successful offering, seeking capital to expand NAND production and compete globally. Rising AI-driven demand creates an opportunity, but U.S. export restrictions and limited enterprise SSD exposure remain challenges. EE Times

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Self-Driving Cars Might Not Be Safe For Everyone, Study Says A new study found hockey players with repeated concussions were slower to take control during complex self-driving situations. Their takeover success rate was 81%, versus 93% for controls, raising concerns about accident risks and driver readiness. U.S. News and World Report