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Qualcomm adds first dedicated AI core to Adreno GPU

Qualcomm has added a dedicated core for artificial intelligence calculations to its GPU for the first time. On Sept. 2 it unveiled an updated architecture for the Adreno GPU used in its next-generation premium platform and introduced an AI-based rendering technology called Adreno Neural Fusion. Qualcomm said it confirmed a 12 percent improvement from the architecture and will disclose detailed GPU performance figures at this month’s Snapdragon Summit.

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Chips&Media secures functional safety certification for autonomous driving IP

Chips&Media said on Sept. 3 its next-generation multimedia IP, WAVE6331X FuSa, obtained ISO 26262 ASIL-B functional safety certification from global certification body DNV. The company said the certification followed more than 2 years of research and development and will help it expand from consumer multimedia devices into automotive semiconductors, including advanced driver assistance systems and in-vehicle infotainment. It said the IP detects hardware faults and data corruption and helps shift systems to a safe state within set response times.

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Zeiss appoints Janne Jehuzens as new Korea country head

Optical solutions company Zeiss said on Wednesday it has appointed Dr Janne Jehuzens as head of its South Korea unit. Jehuzens joined Zeiss in 2012 and has held roles including special operations projects lead, manufacturing project manager and head of industrial excellence. Since 2021, Jehuzens has led supply chain management for Zeiss’ semiconductor division, overseeing strategic sourcing, supplier development, supply quality and export controls.