Month: March 2025

​L2+ ADAS Outpaces L3 in Europe, US$4B by 2042

Vijay Raman

Author: Shihao Fu, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Privately owned Level 3 autonomous vehicles encountered significant regulatory setbacks in 2017 when Audi attempted to pioneer the market with the L3-ready A8. Regulatory uncertainty quickly stalled these ambitions, delaying the introduction of true L3 autonomy. By 2021, a clearer regulatory framework emerged under UNECE guidelines, affecting Europe and select global markets. However, national-level adoption has remained cautious, with only Germany and Japan actively deploying limited numbers of certified vehicles. Germany currently leads with Mercedes-Benz and BMW models, and Mercedes-Benz expanded certification to Nevada…

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​L2+ ADAS Outpaces L3 in Europe, US$4B by 2042

Vijay Raman

Author: Shihao Fu, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Privately owned Level 3 autonomous vehicles encountered significant regulatory setbacks in 2017 when Audi attempted to pioneer the market with the L3-ready A8. Regulatory uncertainty quickly stalled these ambitions, delaying the introduction of true L3 autonomy. By 2021, a clearer regulatory framework emerged under UNECE guidelines, affecting Europe and select global markets. However, national-level adoption has remained cautious, with only Germany and Japan actively deploying limited numbers of certified vehicles. Germany currently leads with Mercedes-Benz and BMW models, and Mercedes-Benz expanded certification to Nevada…

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Rohde & Schwarz, Rohde & Schwarz launches high-flexibility EMI test receivers at EMV2025 paving the way for optimized investments

Vijay Raman

The new EMI test receivers R&S EPL1001 up to 1 GHz and R&S EPL1007 up to 7.125 GHz offer engineers a flexible and cost-effective solution for EMI measurements. Their expandable features support optimized and secured investments, as additional options can be integrated at any time as needed. Depending on the configuration, these receivers can be used for measurements during the development phase, certification preparation and final testing to ensure compliance with latest EMI standards.  Caption: Flexible and cost-effective: The new test receivers are designed to meet a broad range of EMC measurement requirements.The new test…

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Cabinet Approves 6-Lane JNPA-Chowk Highway in Maharashtra

Vijay Raman

The recent Cabinet approval for the construction of a 6-lane access-controlled Greenfield Highway connecting JNPA Port (Pagote) to Chowk in Maharashtra represents a significant infrastructural development with far-reaching economic implications. This 29.219 km stretch, to be executed on a Build-Operate-Transfer (Toll) basis, promises to alleviate existing logistical bottlenecks and enhance connectivity to the vital Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA). The Greenfield nature of the project ensures a purpose-built corridor, optimized for efficient traffic flow and minimal disruption to existing infrastructure. The access-controlled design further contributes to safety and speed, streamlining…

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Kavach 4.0: India’s Advanced Train Protection System Upgraded

Vijay Raman

Kavach, India’s indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, has marked a significant advancement with the release of Version 4.0. This upgrade represents a critical step forward in enhancing railway safety and operational efficiency across the nation. Built upon the principle of preventing collisions through automatic braking intervention, Kavach employs a sophisticated network of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, onboard units, and a centralized server to continuously monitor train positions and speeds. Version 4.0 incorporates key improvements, including enhanced communication protocols and more robust fault detection mechanisms. These advancements aim to…

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​GKU Punjab and Heritage Community College, Canada, Partner to Offer Dual Degree/Diploma Program

Vijay Raman

Himachal Pradesh Guru Kashi University (GKU), Punjab, has partnered with Heritage Community College, Canada, to provide students with an exceptional opportunity to earn a globally recognized Canadian diploma alongside their GKU degree. Announced today, this collaboration is set to offer students international academic exposure and a competitive edge in the job market.   Under this initiative, both current and new GKU students can now enroll in a Canadian diploma while pursuing their degree. The self-paced learning model provides flexibility, allowing students to complete coursework at their convenience. Upon successful completion,…

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​Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder and Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare honoured with the prestigious Global Entrepreneur of the Year award

Vijay Raman

Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder & Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare was recently bestowed with the prestigious Global Entrepreneur of the Year award, at the 2nd ET Entrepreneur Summit & Awards in Bangalore. The esteemed award highlights his impactful leadership and enduring commitment to advancing healthcare in India and internationally, enhancing accessibility and quality of healthcare for millions. The ET Entrepreneur Awards celebrates entrepreneurial excellence and recognizes outstanding achievements in the business world. This event also serves as a platform to honor the remarkable contributions and innovations of entrepreneurs across various industries.…

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Hitachi Vantara Introduces Hitachi iQ M Series, a Modular Design with Hybrid Cloud Data Orchestration for GenAI and Industry-Specific Workloads

Vijay Raman

Hitachi iQ to leverage NVIDIA AI Data Platform reference design, providing enhanced capabilities for reliability and performance and enabling a faster shift from AI to ROI   Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), announced Hitachi iQ M Series, the latest addition to the Hitachi iQ portfolio of AI-ready infrastructure solutions. This new solution provides a lower entry cost with built-in adaptability and scalability as customer needs evolve. Integrating accelerated computing platforms with robust networking, Hitachi iQ M Series combines Hitachi…

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Anode-less Lithium Metal: A Gateway to Maximizing Energy Density

Vijay Raman

Author: Daniel Parr, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Lithium metal batteries will form a significant portion of next-generation electric vehicle batteries. However, increasingly, lithium metal battery developers are taking the anode-less approach, constructing cells without lithium metal foils at the anode to reduce costs. So-called 'anode-free' batteries are electrochemically equivalent to lithium metal batteries but are constructed with no excess lithium. Instead, the anode active material is deposited on the anode current collector during the first charge and is sourced from the cathode (which is also the case for a cell with…

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​India’s luxury property market is experiencing significant growth

Vijay Raman

  The latest research from eXp India has revealed that Delhi-NCR is the city best poised to benefit from the significant growth seen across India’s luxury property market, as the city boasts the highest proportion of homes listed for sale at 10Cr or above.   The Indian real estate market is currently experiencing significant growth in luxury property sales, driven by evolving lifestyle preferences amongst affluent buyers in search of more spacious, high-quality living spaces.   This demand is being driven, in part, Non-Resident Indian Investments (NIR), as well as infrastructural developments such…

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