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HONGQI Unveils Luxury EVs at Brussels Motor Show 2025

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Joydeep Kar
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BRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan 15, 2025 – HONGQI unveils electric vehicle lineup at the Brussels Motor Show 2025, held from Jan 10 to 19 at the Brussels Expo. HONGQI’s E-HS9, EH7, and EHS7 take center stage, highlighting the brand’s excellence in design, performance, and forward-looking technology.

The E-HS9, a full-size smart electric SUV, embodies spaciousness and refinement. Its dual-motor all-wheel-drive system and high-performance battery deliver exceptional power and stability. The cabin, designed with premium materials, ensures both comfort and elegance, making it a perfect choice for executives and families alike.

The EH7 is designed to meet the expectations of discerning customers in the premium upper mid-sized electric sedan. With a WLTP range of 655 km, it excels in delivering long-distance comfort. Its powerful drivetrain, producing 455 kW and 756 Nm of torque, enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, offering an exciting driving experience while maintaining efficiency. The EH7 is ideal for high performance and long range seekers.

The EHS7 is a premium upper mid-sized electric SUV that offers robust driving performance and smooth handling. Its advanced braking system achieves a stopping distance of just 36 meters from 100 km/h, ensuring control and safety. EHS7 stands out with rear-wheel steering for superior agility and handling. Equipped with IPX8 waterproof battery safety features, it guarantees stable performance across various environments. The EHS7 is the ideal choice for drivers who want fast charging and maneuverability.

In 2024, HONGQI captivated audiences with appearances at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Automechanika Frankfurt, and the Paris Motor Show. Each event highlighted the unique features of the E-HS9, EH7, and EHS7, demonstrating HONGQI’s global commitment to luxury EV innovation.

Source: HONGQI

NV5 Expands with Acquisition of Group Delta

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Joydeep Kar
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Group Delta, to be acquired by NV5, had formed a division to research, investigate and remediate for PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are synthetic chemicals widely used for their resistance to heat, water, and oil. Dubbed “forever chemicals,” they persist in the environment and accumulate in humans, posing health risks like cancer, hormonal disruption, and developmental issues. Their widespread presence in water and food sources is a fast growing concern.
Group Delta, to be acquired by NV5, had formed a division to research, investigate and remediate for PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are synthetic chemicals widely used for their resistance to heat, water, and oil. Dubbed “forever chemicals,” they persist in the environment and accumulate in humans, posing health risks like cancer, hormonal disruption, and developmental issues. Their widespread presence in water and food sources is a fast growing concern.

HOLLYWOOD, FL, Jan 13, 2025 – NV5 has announced that it has agreed to acquire Group Delta, a provider of infrastructure engineering, testing, and environmental PFAS services. Group Delta specializes in large-scale water, electrical utility, and transportation infrastructure throughout Southern California.

Group Delta’s 100 employees operate out of five consulting and testing laboratories in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego counties, delivering geotechnical engineering, materials testing, special inspections, forensics engineering, and environmental PFAS and compliance consulting. The acquisition strengthens NV5’s infrastructure engineering, conformity assessment, and utility fire hardening capabilities in the region.

“The combined capabilities of NV5 and Group Delta provide a strong competitive advantage when pursuing large scale electrical, water, and transportation infrastructure improvement projects, and we look forward to contributing to the success of these infrastructure projects across the region,” said Ben Heraud, CEO of NV5.

“California recently committed to investing $180 billion to improve the state’s infrastructure, including once in a generation energy, water, and transportation improvements. Recent events in Southern California have demonstrated the need to improve the state’s critical infrastructure, and we are pleased to strengthen NV5’s capabilities to support our city, county, state, and utility clients throughout Southern California,” said Dickerson Wright, PE, executive chairman of NV5.

“All of us at Group Delta are excited about the career opportunities that NV5 presents for our employees and the new services we can now offer to our clients,” said Shah Ghanbari, PE, president of Group Delta.

“We are excited to join NV5 and look forward to expanding our long-standing client relationships with NV5’s complete portfolio of conformity assessment, engineering design, and tech-enabled services,” said Mike Reader, PE, CEO of Group Delta.

Source: NV5

Solibri Checkpoint Released to Enhance BIM Designs

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Joydeep Kar
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Image: Solibri
Image: Solibri

HELSINKI, Japan, Jan 15, 2025 – Solibri has introduced a new approach to guarantee model quality and success in digital design and construction workflow.

Solibri CheckPoint is a new model checker tool for those primarily using Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) or Procore construction platform as their BIM design and workflow management tool of choice. Through these existing integrations, Solibri CheckPoint can improve BIM quality with a few simple clicks. BIM projects, consisting of native Revit and IFC files, meet industry standards surpassing market alternatives.

To deliver this new solution, Solibri, with over 25 years’ experience in digital construction, recently acquired Xinaps BV with their Verifi3D product to bring cloud-based technologies into its core BIM QA offering.

Ville Kyytsönen, Solibri CEO stated: “I am happy to see Solibri once again driving innovation in digital construction. Solibri CheckPoint offers an evolution in how companies can establish high model quality with quick learning and low effort. For some time, we have seen building information modelling (BIM) standards with quick learning and mandated and demanded in complex construction projects. To apply our advanced checking knowledge with the latest SaaS technologies means a win-win for new and existing customers. Combine that with an intuitive offering for those using ACC and Procore and we have a solution that seamlessly fits within existing workflows to offer design validation to major projects in a way that wasn’t possible before today.”

Solibri CheckPoint will first be available in Jan 2025 in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. After that, Solibri plans to expand its global footprint to all existing markets and customers. Solibri believes that the new solution will not only address the 40 percent waste in global construction projects, but will add more value in similar projects globally.

Source: Solibri

James Lee Joins Bentley Systems as Chief Operating Officer

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Joydeep Kar
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James Lee, COO, Bentley Systems

EXTON, PA, Jan 14, 2025 – Bentley Systems, Inc. has announced the appointment of James Lee as chief operating officer (COO). Lee joins Bentley from Google, where he served as general manager for startups and artificial intelligence at Google Cloud.

Prior to joining Google in 2020, Lee spent 12 years at SAP, including as chief operating officer for SAP Ariba and Fieldglass, and as chief operating officer and general manager of sales for SAP Greater China. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia, and is based in the Pacific Northwest.

Lee will strengthen Bentley’s cross-functional alignment across planning and execution, will drive operational excellence, and will oversee China, Japan, and portfolio development including growth initiatives such as Bentley Asset Analytics.

Nicholas Cumins, CEO of Bentley Systems said, “I am excited to welcome James, a world-class operational leader, to Bentley. His energy and experience managing operations and investment initiatives at SAP and Google will be instrumental to Bentley as we continue to scale up and drive our ambitious growth agenda.”

To accelerate innovation and better align product execution with technology strategy, Bentley also announced that the responsibility for product development has been consolidated under chief technology officer Julien Moutte. As a result, the chief product officer role has become redundant, and by mutual agreement Mike Campbell will leave the company.

“I would like to thank Mike for his leadership and many accomplishments as chief product officer during the last two years, and wish him much success in his future endeavors,” Cumins added.

“Streamlining our organizational reporting structure and consolidating product development under Julien puts us in a stronger position to capture the many growth opportunities that we have opened up with infrastructure AI and that are incremental to our core business and consistent momentum. Without a doubt, AI is our generation’s paradigm shift and has huge potential for improving infrastructure delivery and performance.” Reporting to Cumins, alongside Lee and Moutte, are chief revenue officer Brock Ballard, corporate functions including marketing, finance, legal, and colleague success, as well as Seequent, Bentley’s subsurface company.

Source: Bentley Systems

Usman Shuja Appointed to the Executive Board of Nemetschek Group

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Joydeep Kar
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Usman Shuja. Image: Nemetschek Group
Usman Shuja. Image: Nemetschek Group

MUNICH, Germany, Jan 14, 2025 – The Nemetschek Group is expanding its Executive Board. The Supervisory Board unanimously appointed Usman Shuja to the Executive Board, effective on Jan 1. Usman Shuja will continue to serve as chief division officer (CDO) of the Build & Construct Division and as CEO of Bluebeam Inc.

With this appointment, Usman Shuja becomes the third member of the Executive Board,alongside CEO Yves Padrines and CFO Louise Öfverström. Usman Shuja joined the Nemetschek Group in September 2023. Under his leadership, he has already successfully shaped the strategic direction of the Build & Construct Division with an improved go-to-market approach and the successful execution of Bluebeam’s subscription transition. Another important milestone was the successful acquisition of GoCanvas, a leading SaaS provider of field worker collaboration software.

“I am delighted to welcome Usman to the Executive Board,” says Yves Padrines, CEO of the Nemetschek Group. “He is an exceptional leader with extensive industry expertise and a deep understanding of how companies innovate and evolve to ultimately better serve their customers. Since joining the Nemetschek Group, Usman has already implemented key strategic priorities that position Bluebeam and the Build & Construct Division for the next phase of growth.”

On his appointment Usman Shuja states: “I am thrilled to join the Executive Board and work closely with the talented teams across the Nemetschek Group. Together, we have a tremendous opportunity to drive innovation, advance the industry, and deliver exceptional value to our customers and partners. I am looking forward to contributing to the Group’s success by fostering growth through innovation, go-to-market excellence, and creating delightful customer experiences, all while pursuing our shared vision for the future.”

Usman Shuja is an accomplished technology leader with vast experience driving operational excellence in international, high-growth companies. Prior to joining the Nemetschek Group, he was vice president and general manager of the Connected Buildings division at Honeywell. Other stages in his career included renowned companies such as Boston Consulting Group, IBM and Dell. Usman Shuja was also a founding member of Avathon (formerly SparkCognition), a software company specializing in AI.

He holds a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin.

Source: Nemetschek

Nextbase Unveils 385GW, 385GWX Dash Cams

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Joydeep Kar
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LOS ANGELES, CA and LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan 14, 2025 – Nextbase has  announced at CES 2025 the launch of the all-new 385GW and 385GWX. These dash cams were created following the success of Nextbase’s 380GW, which is supplied to global automotive partners such as Toyota, Lexus, Kia, Hyundai and VW. The 385GW Automotive range is designed to meet the requirements from OEMs and automotive sector. The latest innovation from Nextbase comes in two models:

  • The Nextbase 385GW ($449 USD / $499 CAN MSRP)featuring a 2K resolution Front Cam at 1440p 4MP with crash tested, discreet installation.
  • The Nextbase 385GWX ($549 USD / $649 CAN MSRP) that includes the 2K Front Cam plus a 1080p Rear Cam for dual-view recording as standard, meaning drivers can capture every moment while on the road.

Both options include new versions of the innovative, award-winning Nextbase Protection Platform features first introduced to the world by Nextbase last year, taking the core functionality from the world’s smartest dash cams and making it available to vehicle manufacturer customers.

The features include:

  • Guardian Mode Lite – Monitorsall drivers’ locations and speed, and tracks when a vehicle is being driven by a family member, staff, valet, or mechanic, automatically saving timestamped, GPS-marked video clips if triggered by an event. Clips can be accessed via the new integrated Nextbase app when connected to local WiFi. So, if a driver is exceeding a set speed limit or location, the footage will be automatically saved, and you will be notified.
  • Witness Mode Lite – A voice-activated feature which instantly notifies an emergency contact or designated third party in the event of an accident if Bluetooth is connected when triggered.
  • Smart Parking – Triggers recording automatically when the vehicle is knocked and notifies the driver as soon as they’re back within range.

The launch of the 385GW builds upon the expertise of Nextbase Automotive, the company’s dedicated division focused on delivering dash cam solutions to the automotive industry. By partnering with leading vehicle manufacturers, including Lexus, Ford, and Volkswagen, Nextbase Automotive develops integrated, vehicle-specific dash cam systems to boost driver safety and connectivity.

Richard Browning, chief marketing and sales officer for Nextbase, said: “The 385GW is a testament to Nextbase’s commitment to empowering the automotive sector with innovative, reliable protection solutions. These solutions not only align to many of the design and engineering requirements currently faced by the automotive industry, but also offer an in-demand opportunity to drive high attachment and profit for manufacturers and dealers alike. Through Nextbase Automotive, we’re able to collaborate directly with industry leaders to deliver products like the 385 range, which offers category-leading performance with a focus on safety, efficiency and protection.”

The 385GW and 385GWX will be available early 2025, with port or dealer installation available. The 385GW model is available at an installed MSRP of $449 USD / $499 CAN, and the 385GWX is available at an installed MSRP of $549 USD / $649 CAN.

Source: Nextbase

Creality Unveils Creality Hi, Presents Trade-in for K2 Plus Combo at CES

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Joydeep Kar
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LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan 14, 2025 – Creality showcased the latest innovations at the CES 2025, with a focus on creativity and advancing 3D printing technology. Building on the theme of “Time-Tested, Future-Ready”, Creality made a splash with a trade-in campaign featuring the K2 Plus Combo showcased alongside a debut for the new Creality Hi, the maker’s first-ever multi-filament CoreXY model. Creality also introduced the Creality Filament System (CFS) for the K1 series of printers.

K2 Plus Combo Trade-in Campaign

One of the highlights of Creality’s CES presence was the K2 Plus Combo, featuring an exciting trade-in offer. The K2 Plus Combo, first released last year as a large-format multi-color 3D printer, received feedback from users seeking to upgrade to multi-color capabilities. During the event, Creality invited customers to trade in their old 3D printers for discounts of up to $500 towards the K2 Plus Combo or K2 Plus model. This offer was available for all 3D printer brands, including resin and FFF machines, providing an opportunity for users to know-how Creality’s advanced 3D printing technology.

Built with an all-metal frame and five servo stepper motors, the K2 Plus ensures stability, low noise (48dB), and a print speed of up to 600mm/s, making it perfect for high-intensity printing environments. With a heated chamber temperature capable of 60°C, the K2 Plus supports a wide range of materials, from PLA and TPU to high-strength and heat-resistant filaments like PA and PPS-CF. The K2 Plus can easily handle both regular and specialty filaments, useful for both professional and industrial-grade applications.

Creality Hi: A Family-Friendly 3D Printing Experience

Creality also unveiled the Creality Hi, a budget-friendly, multi-color 3D printer designed with families and hobbyists in mind. Offering an intuitive user experience and high-quality prints, the Creality Hi is a perfect entry point for users interested in 3D printing at home.

  • Color Your Fun Deftly: Equipped with the innovative CFS, users can achieve multi-color prints without additional post-processing. The CFS system automatically detects and switches filaments, ensuring minimal waste.
  • User-Friendly Setup: The Creality Hi is easy to assemble, requiring only minimal effort (around 8 minutes) to get started. Its pre-assembled design and auto-leveling system reduce the complexities often associated with 3D printing.
  • Enhanced Print Quality: Built with a sturdy all-metal body and linear rail systems, the Creality Hi ensures consistent print quality and durability, elevating the 3D printing experience for all users.

K1 Series CFS Upgrade Kit: Upgrading for Versatility

Creality also introduced the K1 Series CFS upgrade accessory kit, designed to elevate the multi-color capabilities of the K1 Series printers. This new accessory kit allows users to expand their creative possibilities by adding a high-performance filament system compatible with all K1 Series printers.

In addition, Co-Print, Creality’s partner for providing wider multi-filament capability, was also seen at Creality’s booth. Both the Ender-3 V3 Plus and Ender-3 V3 will soon be integrating Co-Print components for multi-filament printing.

New Ecosystem Offerings

At CES, Creality also unveiled new products and filaments that enhance its 3D printing ecosystem. Notable among them was the launch of Soleyin Ultra PLA, a vibrant, environmentally-friendly filament ideal for fashion and design applications. Additionally, Creality introduced high-speed Rainbow PLA, Hyper PETG, PPA-CF, and PLA-CF that expand the creative possibilities for users allowing them to experiment with new textures, colors, and performance characteristics.

Creality also showcased two recent additions to its ecosystem hardware lineup, including the Falcon A1 Laser Engraving Machine, the first smart CoreXY engraver with auto material parameter filling and proprietary AI camera technology designed for home and professional use featuring no-assembly operation and speeds of up to 600mm/s, and Creality RaptorX 3D Scanner, a high-precision scanning solution offering accuracy of up to 0.02 mm and perfect for professionals needing detailed scans of objects ranging from small to large-scale projects.

Source: Creality

Roland DGA Launches TrueVIS XP-640 Eco-Solvent Printer

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Joydeep Kar
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IRVINE, CA, Jan 14, 2025 – Roland DGA Corp. has announced the addition of the next-generation XP-640 – a Pro-level 64-inch eco-solvent inkjet printer that combines unmatched image quality and outstanding productivity – to Roland DG’s award-winning TrueVIS series.

“Our fastest TrueVIS printer to date, the XP-640 is uniquely engineered to maximize production capability while maintaining the amazing color and print quality that has become the hallmark of the TrueVIS product family,” said Roland DGA’s product manager of Digital Print, Daniel Valade. “This next-generation inkjet incorporates several exciting innovations, including new printheads, upgraded control technology, and new inks, to provide users with the best of both worlds – outstanding speed and stunning output.”

The XP-640’s newly designed dual staggered printheads eject finer ink droplets at higher densities to produce vibrant graphics with fewer passes. New high-speed data control functionality further enhances the printheads’ performance, enabling the XP-640 to print at speeds of up to 818 square feet per hour while achieving high-definition image quality.

New TH eco-solvent inks formulated for XP-640, deliver an expanded scope that opens up creative opportunities for print professionals. In addition to CMYK, Orange and Green, the TH ink set includes a new Red ink option, allowing users to achieve the highest accuracy with red and orange expression –frequently used colors in sign graphics. The wider color gamut also allows for incredibly precise color matching, making it simple to reproduce brand and corporate colors. TH inks are also extremely cost-effective, with an ink price per milliliter that’s lower than that of conventional ink. Improved profiling reduces ink usage as well, allowing for maximum high-volume production profitability.

True Rich Color, a print setting that optimizes the device’s ability to create realistic graphics that combine vivid colors with neutral grays, smooth gradations, and natural skin tones, has evolved further with the XP-640. Based on the True Rich Color Standard setting, the user can   select the ideal color variation depending the client’s requirements.

The XP-640 features a user-friendly 7-inch color LCD touch panel, a media setup function that automatically performs accurate media gap and compensation adjustment, a media take-up that reduces media skewing for stable production, and a perforated sheet cutter for quick and efficient post-processing work.

Like all Roland DG devices, the XP-640 is built to provide superior performance over the long haul, with minimal maintenance required. To minimize downtime, standard maintenance such as replacing caps, wipers, wiper cleaners, and other parts around the printheads has been made easier than ever – users can perform these operations independently without needing a service engineer. XP-640 users also have access to cloud based app Roland DG Connect that helps optimize output operations including, operational visibility, simple profit calculation, downloading of profiles, and more.

The XP-640 also comes bundled with powerful, intuitive VersaWorks 6 RIP software, that offers advanced features enabling to manage print output effortlessly. VersaWorks 6 boasts HARLEQUIN RIP dual-core operation for faster handling of complex files, simple-to-use drag-and-drop functionality, new tools for easier and more precise color matching, built-in Roland DG and PANTONE libraries, nesting for up to 86 jobs, a predictive ink calculator, and much more.

“While sign and graphic production has diversified with the introduction of UV and latex inks, customer demand for eco-solvent ink and the exceptional vibrancy and outdoor durability it provides remains incredibly strong,” noted Valade. “The new XP-640 takes eco-solvent printing to its highest level yet, offering print quality, productivity, cost efficiency, and ease of use that the competition just can’t match. We’re confident that the impressive capabilities of this advanced machine will enable users to increase efficiency, exceed the expectations of their customers, and significantly grow their businesses.”

Source: Roland DGA

TCL Unveils Smart Home Security Tech at CES

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Joydeep Kar
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LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan 14, 2025 – TCL showcased smart home security products like the Smart Lock D1 Pro, the Smart Lock D1 Ultra, and the Solar Security Camera Cam B1 at CES 2025.  The solutions have earned recognition for AI features, eco-conscious designs, and exceptional user convenience. TCL’s smart home security solutions claimed Best-of CES awards by The Ambient, Trusted Reviews, and Android Headlines, highlighting the company’s contribution to research and development.

TCL Smart Lock D1 Ultra: World’s 4-in-1 Smart Video Deadbolt

TCL Smart Lock D1 integrates a smart lock, security camera, video doorbell, and built-in display screen into one device. Its AI-powered security capabilities, such as dual-motion sensors and human detection algorithms, provide real-time alerts with impressive accuracy. Flexible unlocking methods, including fingerprint recognition, mobile app control, and voice commands via Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, make it a versatile choice for any home. Additionally, the D1 Ultra captures crystal-clear 2K video with a 172° wide field of view, ensuring superior surveillance and detailed tracking of visitors. Built with an IP65 weatherproof design and a robust 10,000mAh battery, it offers reliable year-round performance, even in extreme conditions.

TCL Smart Lock D1 Pro: Award-Winning AI Palm Vein Recognition

TCL Smart Lock D1 Pro offers a  blend of advanced security and ease of use. The features include its AI-powered palm vein recognition, a contactless unlocking method that provides unmatched accuracy and security. This device supports seven unlocking methods, including keypad entry, app control, and mechanical keys, catering to a wide range of user preferences.

The D1 Pro allows users to manage and monitor access remotely through real-time alerts and user permissions via its dedicated app. Designed with durability in mind, it features an aluminum alloy body with an IP54 rating for weather resistance, ensuring reliable performance in various environments. With a 7,800mAh rechargeable battery and voice assistant compatibility with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, it redefines convenience and reliability in modern home security.

TCL Solar Security Camera Cam B1: Eco-Friendly Security Redefined

TCL Security Cam B1 combines powerful security features with an eco-conscious design. The camera is equipped with a 10,000mAh rechargeable battery and comes with an integrated solar panel. It delivers stunning 2K video clarity and full-color night vision, even in low-light conditions, due to its integrated infrared and spotlight technologies. With a wide 153° viewing angle, the Cam B1 provides extensive coverage and minimizes blind spots. Advanced PIR motion sensors ensure human detection while reducing false alarms, enhancing the reliability of the system. Users can customize detection zones to monitor key areas and manage alerts efficiently.

The camera integrates with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, offering hands-free control and to real-time notifications via the mobile app.

“CES 2025 is the perfect stage for us to showcase our dedication to advancing smart home technology,” said Haifeng Bu, general manager of Smart Home Security Business Unit, TCL. “Our latest products, including the D1 Ultra, D1 Pro, and B1, represent our commitment to creating solutions that are not only innovative but also accessible and eco-friendly, ensuring a visible sense of security for everyone.”

Source: TCL

Innatera Unveils Spiking Neural Processor for Battery-Powered Sensing at CES

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Joydeep Kar
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Image: Innatera
Image: Innatera

LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan 14, 2025 – Innatera has showcased Spiking Neural Processor (SNP) that transforms the way battery-powered devices make sense of the physical world at CES 2025.

Delft University’s Spiking Neural Processor uses an architecture for brain-like cognition within ultra-low power envelope.

“At this pivotal moment in computing, Innatera’s breakthrough Spiking Neural Processor delivers unmatched energy-efficient, brain-inspired cognition for sensors, unlocking the promise of ambient intelligence,” said Sumeet Kumar, CEO of Innatera. “This revolutionary processor provides an all-in-one solution that simplifies and optimizes sensor data processing at the edge.”

Innatera’s SNP combines a Spiking Neural Network (SNN) engine with a RISC-V processor core and other accelerators to deliver a complete solution in energy-constrained environments. The single-chip solution brings intelligence closer to sensors, enabling next-generation AI and signal processing for applications in consumer electronics, smart homes, and industrial IoT, such as audio interfaces, touch-free interfaces, presence detection, activity recognition, and ECG recognition.

The SNP achieves high-performance pattern recognition at the sensor edge and enables real-time analysis of sensor data to detect and identify embedded patterns, with sub-milliwatt power dissipation and sub-millisecond latency.

Ambient Intelligence marks a major departure from computing technology as we know it, paving the way for a future where digital interactions are as natural as breathing.

At CES 2025, Innatera demonstrated how the SNP can transform computing in several real-world applications:

  • Audio Scene Classification: Audio scene classification allows devices to be aware of the environment they operate in and use this information to adapt their operation. For example, noise-canceling headphones adapting to ambient noise like airplanes or city buses.
  • Robust Human Presence Sensing: The detection of human presence is important in a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications, such as security cameras, smart lighting, video doorbells and smart TVs. Using a radar sensor, this demo showcases always-on, privacy-preserving human presence detection with accuracy and power efficiency.
  • Robust People Counting Using Far Infrared Sensors: Innatera showcased how its SNP enables advanced people counting and human presence detection with passive infrared sensors. Infrared technology is a non-intrusive, low-light, and privacy-preserving method for people counting and human presence detection.

Innatera’s presence at CES 2025 follows a remarkable year of growth and development for the innovation-driven Delft University of Technology spin-off. Earlier this year, the company announced the oversubscription of a Series A $21-million funding round that is accelerating the development of neuromorphic processors.

Source: Innatera

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