Global law firm K&L Gates has advised MediaTek on the US$150 million sale and licensing of its discrete timing controller (TCON) assets and related technology to display driver IC design company Ili Technology (Ilitek). MediaTek is a fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions with operations worldwide. […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 SpinLaunch aims to revolutionize satellite deployment with its centrifugal launch system, offering a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach. 🌍 The company plans to launch hundreds of pancake-like microsatellites into low-Earth orbit, positioning itself as a formidable competitor to industry giants like SpaceX. 💰 Backed by […]

On 29 May 2025, the Supreme Court unanimously declared that a “course correction” was needed for cases under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), holding that a law originally meant to be a procedural check to inform agency decision making has instead grown to paralyze it. Seven County Infrastructure Coalition […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 China’s AG600 is now certified as the world’s largest civil seaplane, marking a significant milestone in aviation. 🌊 The AG600 features a dual-mode fuselage, allowing it to operate seamlessly on both land and water, enhancing its versatility. 🇨🇳 With the ability to cover the South China […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🔬 American physicists have developed a laser with the power of 1 million nuclear power plants, revolutionizing scientific research. 🚀 The petawatt laser at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory mimics extreme planetary conditions and facilitates quantum vacuum exploration. 🎯 Innovative techniques inspired by pinball mechanics enabled the precise […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🌌 The discovery of 51 Pegasi b in 1995 revolutionized exoplanet research by revealing a hot Jupiter orbiting a Sun-like star. 🔬 Technological advancements, such as the Harps spectrograph and the James Webb Space Telescope, have significantly enhanced our ability to detect and study exoplanets. 🌍 The […]

As part of the 2025–2026 Victorian State Budget announced on 20 May 2025, the Victorian government has confirmed that it intends to extend the availability of an expanded off-the-plan stamp duty concession for a further 12-month period. Under the expanded concession regime, purchasers are able to apply a duty concession […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🚗 Changan, a Chinese automaker, is set to release an electric vehicle with an impressive 932-mile range. 🔋 This breakthrough is powered by a new type of solid-state battery, offering enhanced safety and efficiency. 🌍 With production planned by 2027, Changan aims to challenge major players like […]