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Innovative Ultrasonic Welding Technique Enhances Metal Joint Strength in Manufacturing Sector

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A new ultrasonic welding approach has been developed by scientists from Russia and China, reported TV BRICS. The technology reportedly doubles the strength of metal joints and extends the service life of welded parts by 1.9 times. The research was carried out by South Ural State University, known as SUSU, in collaboration with Chinese partners. This method is particularly effective for joining metals with differing properties, such as steel and aluminium, more reliably.

AI Memory Innovations and CXL Collaboration Highlighted at OCP Summit by Samsung and AMD

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Samsung Electronics expands its memory and storage strategy for next-generation AI infrastructure. Samsung centered its strategy on enhancing speed, scalability, and data durability. The first pillar emphasizes high-performance memory, with the company showcasing customized high-bandwidth memory and HBM5, its eighth-generation HBM. The second pillar utilizes CXL technology to extend memory capacity beyond what standard servers typically support. The third focuses on data management and storage through cutting-edge enterprise SSDs and software solutions. Samsung asserts that these three elements work synergistically to improve the overall efficiency of AI systems. The company linked its strategy to the increasing demand for memory driven by AI inference workloads and larger models. As models grow in size, they generate more data during inference, necessitating greater memory capacity. Current server configurations often limit the amount of memory accessible to each processor. Samsung suggests that CXL can help overcome these restrictions without requiring a complete system redesign. The company also emphasized key-value cache optimization, which allows AI models to reuse data previously processed instead of recomputing it, thereby improving efficiency. Samsung and AMD Showcase CXL Memory Expansion Solutions At the summit, Samsung and AMD demonstrated a CXL-based memory expansion solution that enables processors to share memory resources and scale capacity flexibly across AI systems. Samsung confirmed that this technology has been validated in real-world system environments. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding in March 2026, focusing on next-generation AI memory and computing innovations. Additionally, AMD Chief Executive Lisa Su visited South Korea on October

Meta’s AI Sector Expands with Launch of Advanced Muse Wonder Models for Coding and Agents

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Meta’s Muse Wonder models expand AI tools for coding, agents and complex digital tasks. This launch marks Meta’s continued push into AI platforms capable of executing multi-step tasks, moving beyond simple prompt-response functionalities. Muse Wonder can strategize lengthy projects, assign subtasks to sub-agents, utilize software tools, and recover from mistakes during execution. The models are also optimized for use across browsers, desktop applications, and mobile platforms, with support for a context window of approximately one million tokens, enabling processing of extensive data within a single session. To facilitate more extended and tailored interactions, Meta integrated two features: Active Memory and Active Focus. Active Memory retains relevant information throughout conversations and retrieves details when necessary for new tasks. Active Focus assists the models in maintaining task momentum when difficulties arise, testing alternative strategies, and recovering from errors. Meta also states that the models can seek clarification from users and verify actions before execution. Focus on coding and autonomous AI agents.

European Union Develops Secure Communication Network for Emergency Responders

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Moving from narrowband radio technologies to broadband solutions, including 5G, the EUCCS would enable participating countries to enhance their emergency communications. First responders would be able to share voice, data, video, messages, and geolocation information through a single, secure device. The system is designed to facilitate communication both within individual countries and during cross-border operations. Additionally, satellite connectivity would serve as a backup when terrestrial networks are disrupted, such as during blackouts or other emergencies.

China’s Traditional Medicine Sector Benefits from Growing AI Integration and Digital Infrastructure

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Artificial intelligence is expanding across China’s traditional Chinese medicine sector. According to the university, Xinhuo TCM now functions as a system with 70 billion parameters, built upon major Chinese AI platforms. The developers designed this model to facilitate learning, teaching, research, administration, and international communication in traditional Chinese medicine. Students can inquire about herbal combinations and receive explanations concerning formulas and their foundational principles. Additionally, the university has developed an intelligent robot that demonstrates traditional massage techniques for hands-on instruction. AI’s expanding role in traditional Chinese medicine in China also includes medical knowledge management and clinical decision support tools. Digital systems are capable of organizing historical medical literature and structuring information from experienced practitioners for education and research purposes. Researchers are exploring artificial intelligence applications for diagnostic data, pre-consultation systems, and other decision support functions. These initiatives exemplify a broader effort to link traditional medical knowledge with modern data systems and computing technology. China advances digital infrastructure for TCM Within its national development framework for 2026 to 2030, China has incorporated artificial intelligence into its traditional medicine growth strategy. The National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine along with the National Development and Reform Commission issued the plan in July. The strategy emphasizes the creation of high-quality AI datasets tailored specifically for the traditional Chinese medicine sector. It also promotes digital infrastructure, the establishment of intelligent traditional medicine hospitals, and smart diagnostic support at primary healthcare facilities. This national plan emphasizes data governance alongside the expansion of AI tools within the traditional medicine system. It advocates

Apple adds first foldable iPhone to lineup with iPhone Duo

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Apple introduced the iPhone Duo on Sept. 9, marking its first foldable iPhone. The device starts at $1,999 in the U.S. and opens to a 7.6-inch inner display. When closed, it uses a 5.4-inch outer screen for standard phone tasks. Apple will open preorders on Oct. 16, with retail availability starting Oct. 23. The launch gives Apple a new iPhone form factor alongside its conventional smartphone lineup.