Tokyo, Japan. December 8, 2010 – eSOL, a leading developer of real-time embedded software solutions, today announced the eT-Kernel SDK, a new, ready-to-use software platform that enables software developers to build application frameworks “out of the box”. In addition, the use of open source specifications provides high software reusability. The eT-Kernel SDK is based on the highly reliable eT-Kernel RTOS, which is used worldwide in applications such as car navigation systems, satellites and other spacecraft, and various embedded devices.

The eT-Kernel SDK integrates major functions such as sound, network, file systems, and databases for intelligent embedded devices equivalent … Read More → "eSOL’s New, Fully Integrated, RTOS-Based ‘eT-Kernel SDK’ Available Ready to Use Out of the Box"

SANTA BARBARA, CA and TOKYO, JAPAN — December 8, 2010 — Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, and Green Hills Software, Inc., the largest independent vendor of embedded software solutions, today announced its collaboration to jointly develop basic software supporting CPU virtualization technology suitable for real-time control applications as well as a software development environment.

Through the collaboration, Renesas Electronics will develop added functions necessary for the efficient operation of virtualization software. This will enable high-speed real-time control and improve the usability of the software development environment. The functions will be incorporated into microcontrollers ( … Read More → "Renesas Electronics and Green Hills Software Collaborate to Jointly Develop Basic Software for CPU Virtualization Technology Enabling Real-Time Control"

MILPITAS, CA – December 08, 2010 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2870 and LTC2871multiprotocol transceivers with switchable integrated termination for 3.3V and 5V systems. … Read More → "Robust 3.3V/5V RS232/RS485 Multiprotocol Transceivers Provide Integrated Switchable Termination"

CAMARILLO, Calif., Dec. 8, 2010 — Semtech Corp. (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today announced it is working with IBM Corp. and its innovative 3D through-silicon via (TSV) technology to develop a high-performance ADC/DSP platform that has applications in fiber optic telecommunications, high performance RF sampling and filtering, test equipment and instrumentation, and sub-array processing for phased array radar systems.

Integration of high-performance data converters with advanced digital signal processing has traditionally been a difficult problem due to mixed IC technology requirements, management … Read More → "Semtech and IBM Join Forces to Develop High-Performance Integrated ADC/DSP Platform Using 3D TSV Technology"

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.– Conexant Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNXT), a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for imaging, audio, embedded modem, and video surveillance applications, today introduced the CX92745 processor for interactive display appliances (IDAs) with audio, high-performance video, and touchscreen functionality. IDAs are used as home Web terminals, interactive signage and kiosks, and in home automation and touchscreen-enabled multimedia applications. The highly integrated, single-chip solution allows manufacturers to simplify engineering design efforts and lower bill-of-material costs.

“We leveraged our strengths in mixed-signal and imaging processing to deliver a single-chip solution that enables very high-quality audio and … Read More → "Conexant Introduces Single-Chip Solution for Interactive Multimedia Display Devices"

Dusseldorf, 7^th December, 2010 —  Renesas Electronics ,  a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions,today introduced the industry’s first product in the RF20 series of microcontrollers (MCUs), the RF21S, that combines on a single chip a near-field communication (NFC, Note 1) controller supporting the ISO/IEC 18092 international standard along with secure element functionality for use in consumer electronics products such as smartphones and other mobile phones, notebook PCs and PC peripherals.</ … Read More → "Renesas Electronics Introduces Industry’s First Microcontroller Integrating Near Field Communication (NFC) and Security Functions for Smartphones"

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — December 7, 2010 — Ramtron International Corporation (Nasdaq: RMTR), a leading developer and supplier of ferroelectric-based low-power memory and integrated semiconductor products, today added two new serial F-RAM devices to its V-Family product line that meet stringent AEC-Q100 Grade 3 automotive qualification standards. The FM24V01-G and FM25V01-G are 128-kilobit (Kb) high-performance nonvolatile F-RAM memories that operate over a wide operating voltage range of 2.0 to 3.6-volts. The rigorous automotive-grade qualification—established by the Automotive Electronic Council’s Stress Test Qualification for Integrated Circuits& … Read More → "Ramtron Expands F-RAM V-Family with New Automotive-Grade Serial 128-kilobit Devices"

November 17, 2010 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – New York-based boutique financial technology firm Wall Street FPGA announced today the ability to significantly accelerate trading software. Speed makes trading strategies more profitable and helps identify new trading opportunities.

Using Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technology, Wall Street FPGA accelerates the industry standard Financial Information eXchange (FIX) protocol.  “We have a working prototype where we significantly accelerate QuickFIX, the open source FIX Engine, using an FPGA,” … Read More → "Wall Street FPGA Introduces Hardware Accelerated FIX Solutions"