June 25, 2026

The US Government Wants a Working Quantum Computer by 2028 President Donald Trump orders federal agencies to accelerate quantum computing development, targeting a practical research system by 2028, while advancing quantum-resistant encryption for critical infrastructure by 2031, shifting US policy toward firm deadlines and measurable goals. TechSpot

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Gartner Predicts AI Coding Costs Will Surpass Average Developer's Salary by 2028 as Token Consumption Surges Gartner forecasts that by 2028 AI coding costs will surpass average developer salaries as LLM token usage surges and consumption-based pricing expands. It warns weak governance and poor cost visibility could push spending beyond productivity gains. Gartner

How pH Cleaning Agents Affect Production Performance Establishing a reliable cleaning process requires a good understanding of all influencing factors, including pH, and defining the correct balance to meet final product reliability. Technical Paper

The Rise of Autonomous Drone Warfare Russia has transformed drone warfare in Ukraine by launching mass Shahed and Geran swarms. Ukraine counters with low-cost, often 3D-printed interceptor drones that use AI-guided autonomous tracking to overcome jamming and destroy incoming attack drones at scale. EE Times

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Why AI Is Changing How Services Compete For Customers Search engines still drive coupon discovery, but AI tools are transforming how shoppers find promo codes, compare deals, and buy products. Consumers now expect faster, personalized experiences, pushing businesses to adapt their marketing and checkout strategies. Entrepreneur

Realization of a New Concept for Power Chip Embedding This paper will focus on the behavior of the power module for operational conditions of a PedEleC (Pedal Electric Cycle) application. Technical Paper

Technical Papers ■ Redesigning Material Logistics for High-Mix EMS Production ■ Unlocking Academic-Industry Synergy: A Collaborative Model for Hands-On Electronics Manufacturing Education ■ Viscosity Does Not Equal Rheology: What Solder Paste Measurements Really Tell You ■ Salvaging Electronic Components: A Reliable Method for Reducing Electronic Waste and Ensuring Economic Reuse ■ Digital Warehouse Automation in High-Mix PCB Assembly ■ Evaluation of Techniques for Intentional Contamination of PWB Substrates for Quantitative Cleanliness Analyses ■ Scaling SMT Traceability ■ The Drawbacks of Internal Recycling Systems for Solder Dross ■ Engineering ESD-Safe PCB Assembly for High-Reliability IoT and Industrial Electronics ■ The Analysis of Variance: Drawing Conclusions from Data That Are Correct, Unambiguous, and Defensible MORE TECHNICAL PAPERS

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The US Is Making Data Centers Pay For Grid Access — But Power Bills Are Still Going Up The AI boom strains US power grids as data centers drive higher RAM demand and electricity costs. FERC orders faster integration of large AI energy users, enforces cost-shifting protections, and involves states, amid delayed power builds and rising consumer bills. BGR

Chinese premier calls for regulations to govern AI Chinese Premier Li Qiang warned at Summer Davos that slow government regulation of artificial intelligence could cause loss of control over frontier technology, amplifying ethical lapses, labor disruption, and security threats, while global tensions and US–China rivalry heighten uncertainty. Taipei Times

Reliability of Doped Lead-Free Solder Joints Under Isothermal Aging This paper presents harsh environment reliability test results for lead-free solder pastes with and without the presence of a variety of dopant elements. Technical Paper

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AI sovereignty is about options, not ownership U.S. restrictions on Anthropic models highlight AI's emergence as a geopolitical asset. Nations must secure access, diversify providers, coordinate multiple AI systems, and build independent evaluation capabilities to maintain sovereignty, resilience, and strategic flexibility. Taipei Times

An energy lifeline is not a strategy Congress advances a bipartisan bill to strengthen Taiwan's energy security by studying LNG diversion from China, boosting US exports, and backing tanker insurance and nuclear revival, but critics say it deepens import dependence despite blockade vulnerability and local generation. Taipei Times

Rheology and Wetting Characterizations of Flux and Solder Paste In this paper, we will discuss a solder paste wetting method. A high resolution solder wetting balance was used for the solder paste wettability analysis. Technical Paper

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Experts raise concern over China's 'ethnic unity' law Taiwanese academics and civic groups warn that China's new Ethnic Unity law, with extraterritorial provisions, could expose Taiwanese abroad to legal and political risks. Beijing asserts authority to target separatist activity and defends the law as lawful and necessary. Taipei Times

Make an Origami Circuit Board Researchers created LiqMetCraft, a low-cost paper electronics platform that turns liquid metal-infused sheets conductive when folded or cut. The system lets users build interactive origami and kirigami circuits with LEDs and motors, blending hands-on crafting with electronics education. IEEE Spectrum

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AI Is Designing Radio Chips That Humans Couldn't Even Imagine Wireless technology relies on complex RF integrated circuits, long designed as an artisanal 'dark art.' Researchers now use AI and machine learning to synthesize RF chip layouts faster than humans, improving performance and enabling future 6G, satellite and autonomous systems. IEEE Spectrum

Can Tape Residue Contaminate a Clean Tank? We leave masking and Kapton tapes that fall off during cleaning in the bottom of our wash tank. Can the adhesives contaminate the recycled solution? Jim Hall and Phil Zarrow, The Assembly Brothers, address these question and share their own experiences. Board Talk

Solid-State Circuit Breakers for DC Grids Architecture, Protection Performance Protection is emerging as a key bottleneck in DC grids, as mechanical breakers struggle with arcing, speed, and coordination, while fuses lack resettable intelligence. The webinar presents a solid-state circuit breaker using Si/SiC devices, sensors, gate drivers, and protection ICs. EE Times

4 Disadvantages Of Buying Refurbished Smartphones Buying a refurbished smartphone can cut costs, but it may come with hidden damage, poor repairs, aging batteries, outdated software, weak warranties, or non-genuine parts. Experts advise choosing certified refurbished devices from trusted sellers for greater reliability & security. BGR

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Home Broadband Is 5G's Surprise Killer App Fixed wireless access (FWA) emerges as 5G’s leading use case, serving millions by repurposing cellular networks. Carriers tap unused capacity, 5G tools to deliver low-cost broadband, connecting underserved areas at scale across markets. IEEE Spectrum