disruptive innovation

The ‘Outsider’ Disrupting the 3D Printing Business Model

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The 'Outsider' Disrupting the 3D Printing Business Model

Why is it so conservative? Having worked in the 3D printing industry for five years—and as an outsider for a few years—I am still surprised by the level of conservatism in this industry. On one hand, this is understandable: many companies have been struggling to survive. On the other hand, bold measures should be taken … Read more

The World’s First 100% Open Source FPGA: The ‘Prism Revolution’ Reshaping Chip Order

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The World's First 100% Open Source FPGA: The 'Prism Revolution' Reshaping Chip Order

On March 21, 2025, the American semiconductor startup Zero ASIC launched the world’s first 100% open source eFPGA IP product, Platypus, completely breaking the traditional “black box model” in the FPGA field. This revolution not only transforms chip design from a “luxury item” into a “mass consumer product,” but it may also trigger a chain … Read more