Posted 01/07/2025 by Bob O’Donnell, president and chief analyst, TECHnalysis Research, LLC
As with many types of devices, it’s easy to fall into the trap that bigger chips are better and more impactful than smaller semiconductor devices. In the case of FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays) however, it’s often the smaller versions that have the largest range of applications and the most influence.
Small FPGAs are used across a huge range of devices, applications, and industries because they reliably perform critical functions that are essential to the speedy operation of m...
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The telecommunications industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the adoption of Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) architecture. This innovative approach to network design promotes disaggregation and interoperability, allowing components from different vendors to work together seamlessly. As 5G networks continue to expand and evolve to support diverse use cases — from non-terrestrial networks (5G-NTN) to connected vehicles (5G C-V2X), railways (5G FRMCS), and industrial appli...
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Are you a developer who is new to Lattice Semiconductor products and wants to evaluate our Software Development Tools? At Lattice, we offer industry leading low power Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) products and Development Tools that will help you with your design, whether you are a seasoned FPGA developer or a first-time user.
From general purpose and ultra-low power FPGA designs to video connectivity and control & security designs, we offer a robust set of advanced, easy-to-use...
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As global interconnectivity and dependence on digital technologies increase, so does the prevalence of cybercrime. In fact, 2023 witnessed a 72% rise in data breaches compared to 2021, which previously held the record, according to Forbes. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and frequent, organizations must adopt proactive approaches to safeguard their systems, data, and operations. One of the proactive approaches includes implementing cyber resilience—the ability to withstand attac...
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The rapid digitalization of enterprise environments, coupled with a surge in sophisticated cyber threats, evolving security regulations, and the rise of quantum computing technology, has created a perfect storm in the cybersecurity landscape that demands heightened levels of agility and resiliency. To combat this, organizations must remain proactive in their approach to cyber defense and compliance. In the latest Lattice Security Seminar, Lattice security experts sat down with partners from AMI ...
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Posted 09/10/2024 by Matt Dobrodziej, VP of Segment Marketing and Mark Hoopes, Director of Automotive & Industrial Segment Marketing
AI is evolving at a rapid pace not just from continued technology advancements, but also by various industries’ demands and requirements. With the surge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI, the industry is grappling with the intense compute capabilities these cloud-based AI applications require to process big data, as well as train and deploy advanced AI models. Now, the industry is seeing AI being implemented into client devices including PCs and smartphones, and Edge applic...
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Posted 08/14/2024 by Mamta Gupta, Senior Director of Security, Datacenter and Comms segment marketing
On August 13, 2024, the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released the eagerly awaited Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards. These standards introduce three new encryption algorithms designed to secure systems against both classical and future quantum computer attacks, providing a necessary evolution from RSA and ECC asymmetric encryption algorithms. In this blog, we outline the impact of these standards and the essential steps for system designers to transition to PQ...
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Field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) play an important role in a multitude of today’s technology. From aerospace and defense to consumer electronics to critical infrastructure and the automotive industry, the prevalence of FPGAs in our lives is growing. Also growing are the threats to those FPGAs. The resources spent to create the IP (Intellectual Property) that runs (firmware) inside FPGAs are vast, as is the technology protected by these FPGAs. This makes FPGAs a potential target for ...
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The cyberthreat landscape is reaching unprecedented levels, underscoring the need for resilient security strategies across all sectors. Forbes has reported a shocking 72% increase in data breaches year-over-year since 2021. With the average data breach inflicting a staggering $4.45 million loss on an organization, it’s clear that cyber resilience is not just important but essential for the survival and health of any enterprise in today’s digital age.
However, building that resilienc...
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In the world of FPGAs, design software plays a crucial role in the overall system development process, making end-to-end programming easier with advanced features to enable design flexibility while fully utilizing the device capabilities.
However, oftentimes, non-FPGA designers or first-time users can experience a steep learning curve as FPGA-based System-on-chip (SoC) design is a multidisciplinary undertaking, requiring expertise in hardware architecture, embedded software, system integration,...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, this year’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook from the World Economic Forum provides crucial insights into the multifaceted challenges facing leaders across the globe. Geopolitical instability, rapidly advancing technologies, and an increasing gap in organizational cyber capabilities reinforce the need to build resilience and enable systemic global collaboration.
As threats like sophisticated ransomware, firmware attacks, and the expanded use of...
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Smart cameras are gaining widespread adoption in our technology-driven world. These standalone vision systems are equipped with sensors, computing power, and AI-driven decisioning capabilities, and do more than just capture images – they extract information and execute actions. Consider this: In 2022, the smart camera market was valued at $3.48 billion, but projections indicate it will soar to $8 billion by 2031.
With an unprecedented deployment of AI-powered smart cameras, the demand for ...
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Space exploration has always captivated humanity’s imagination and our fascination continues to drive technological advancements in the industry. Over the past several years, we’ve witnessed groundbreaking advancements in the space industry – so much so that the global space technology economy is expected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035.
As the sector grows, there is rising demand for advanced microcircuits to build the next generation of space systems – like satellites &...
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In today’s data-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and digital twin technologies are transforming industries, revolutionizing processes, and reshaping enterprise business environments. With more than 328 million terabytes of data created each day, it has become the new “oil” – providing the energy needed to fuel next generation digital systems.
However, the effectiveness and reliability of these technologies heavily depends on the quality ...
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The global Industry 4.0 market is estimated to exceed USD $279 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 16.3%. While this meteoric rise is no surprise to developers and manufacturers, its impact is only just beginning to unfold. By combining the capabilities of cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), Industry 4.0 will continue to increase digitalization, automation, and connected computing within manufacturing in the years to come — driving more enterprises to ...
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Every year, the global embedded technology ecosystem gathers at the Embedded World tradeshow and we are excited to share the latest advanced programmable solutions from Lattice that we announced and showcased this year.
Advancing the Next Generation of Motor Control Solutions
Lattice and ADI collaborated to announce a new intelligent motion control reference platform to accelerate flexible, efficient closed-loop motor control design development. Combining secure, low power Lattice FPGAs a...
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Hyperloop technology, a futuristic transportation concept, promises to redefine the future of mobility with its high-speed, low-pressure system. At its core, the Hyperloop utilizes a network of sealed tubes through which pod-like vehicles travel at incredible speeds, propelled by electric propulsion and magnetic levitation. Ensuring the seamless operation and safety of such a complex system requires advanced control and monitoring capabilities, and this is where FPGAs step in.
FPGAs offer unmat...
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The introduction of Lattice Nexus™ and Lattice Avant™ platforms marked a significant advancement in the realm of Aerospace technology. These devices offer developers a powerful combination of low power dissipation and robust performance against Single Event Effects (SEEs), common in the harsh space environment.
Understanding the Challenge of SEEs
Space applications demand unparalleled reliability, as even a minor error can lead to catastrophic failures. The Certus-NX, CertusPro-NX, a...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is making its way onto a multitude of applications at a rapid pace. Seventy-three percent of U.S. companies use AI in some aspect of their business and almost a quarter (22 percent) of technology companies are aggressively pursuing integration of AI across a wide variety of devices.
As AI continues to permeate modern technology, tailoring on-device AI to meet specific use cases and device requirements becomes imperative as the need for real-time processing, analysis,...
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Car tech is hot again.
After a hugely hyped build-up around fully autonomous driving several years back and then a starkly different reality, a sense of technology equilibrium is returning to the automotive world. There’s a more realistic perspective on what technologies can bring meaningful value to cars now and which ones are still a few years off. Even more important is the widely growing recognition of how important it is to bring more advanced technology into our automobiles.
One of ...
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