SpaceX is reportedly moving to exclude Chinese nationals and parts from its supply chain, while Nvidia and other Silicon Valley companies are pushing back against a potential US ban on Chinese open-weight AI models.

The August digital issue of PCDF/CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY is now available, featuring perspectives on keeping industry standards ahead of emerging technologies alongside coverage of China Plus One sourcing, domestic PCB manufacturing, and more.

A Weidmuller USA survey found 79 percent of engineers prioritize reliability in device connectivity and 91 percent have used AI-based tools in their PCB design workflows.

A.P.E. adds camera, monitor options to Trident, Intruder rework stations.

BEST Inc. published a technical paper outlining methods for salvaging and reconditioning electronic components to reduce e-waste.

Fuji expands NXTR, AIMEXR placement capabilities for large components.

Count On Tools introduces custom Fuji DX S1 base.

Seika Machinery will host an Aug. 5 webinar covering its full lineup of Sayaka PCB router systems and considerations for precision PCB depaneling.

CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY is accepting entries for the 20th annual New Product Introduction Awards, with submissions for electronics assembly products due Dec. 14.

Sean Patterson discusses why AI adoption in manufacturing depends on building practical workplace habits rather than relying on training alone in the latest PCB Chat.

PCEA has opened PCB East 2027 booth sales for returning exhibitors and Gold and Platinum corporate members. The exhibition will be held April 28, 2027, at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA, alongside the four-day technical conference, with general booth sales opening Aug. 12.

PCB West 2026 is nearly sold out, with fewer than 5 percent of exhibition booths remaining for the Sept. 29–Oct. 2 event at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

PCEA announced a dedicated electronics assembly program for PCB West 2026, featuring 10 technical sessions on solder paste, placement, reflow, stencil design and cleaning.

Looking for networking opportunities? Join the PCEA Discord server, bringing together engineers and designers from around the world on a private channel for discussing technical questions and career opportunities.

SpaceX is reportedly directing suppliers across its global supply chain to exclude Chinese nationals from facilities producing components for the company and is moving to reduce the use of Chinese-sourced parts.

Nvidia and other Silicon Valley companies are opposing a potential US ban on Chinese open-weight AI models, warning restrictions could hinder innovation and weaken US competitiveness.

DRAM supply will remain tight through 2027, and uncertainty persists over memory suppliers' HBM4e validation timelines. Together, these constraints are prompting AI chip vendors to scale back the HBM configurations of their next-generation products, according to TrendForce.

GSI Group has acquired Aven Tools.

Taiwanese ODM Shenzhen Yibo Technology reported operating revenue of 709M RMB in the first half of the year, up 42 percent year-on-year.

China is using a cyberattack on Apple supplier Tata Electronics to highlight risks in India’s manufacturing ecosystem as Beijing seeks to retain its influence over global electronics supply chains.

Flexium Interconnect expects AI server shipments to double as demand ramps.

KIC appointed Jos Timmermans research and development manager.

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