element14 has globally launched the Raspberry Pi Sense HAT that allows enthusiasts to control the same hardware used in space. [ + ]

Semiconductor companies need to diversify their sales strategy to focus on the large number of smaller organisations that offer fast and stable growth, rather than relying on big deals from large customers that are in a constant state of flux. [ + ]

The global market for smart meter semiconductors will continue to expand in the coming years, providing significant growth opportunities to semiconductor manufacturers, according to IHS Inc. [ + ]

Researchers are developing flexible, bendable, even stretchable electronics for applications in harsh environments for aircraft, explosive devices and even combatants themselves. [ + ]

A new approach to designing optical technologies could give optics the kind of versatility we see in electronics. [ + ]

Researchers have discovered an unusual magnetic effect in nanolayers of an oxide of lanthanum and manganese (LaMnO₃). They have revealed an abrupt magnetic transition brought about by the slightest change in thickness of the layer. [ + ]

A new manufacturing technique could double the electricity output of inexpensive solar cells by using a microscopic rake when applying light-harvesting polymers. [ + ]

Questacon — The National Science and Technology Centre and Samsung Electronics Australia have announced the launch of a technology partnership to support Australia's future inventors, technologists and entrepreneurs. [ + ]

M2M Connectivity has signed a partnership deal with Cradlepoint to distribute and support its cloud-managed 4G/LTE networking solutions. [ + ]

PCB design expert Rick Hartley will present a two-day workshop on control of noise, signal integrity and EMI in high-speed circuits and printed circuit boards at the SMCBA 2015 conference to be held at the Melbourne Park Function Centre, Melbourne, on 9-10 September. [ + ]

The University of Queensland has been announced as a winner in its 2015 Gender Diversity Awards, in the category of Most Encouraging Student or Non-Profit Group in Gender Diversity. [ + ]

Researchers at Graphene Flagship have developed an optical fibre laser that emits pulses with durations equivalent to just a few wavelengths of the light used. The laser is suitable for use in ultrafast spectroscopy and in surgical lasers that avoid heat damage to living tissue. [ + ]

National Instruments has released the LabVIEW 2015 system design software that delivers speed improvements, development shortcuts and debugging tools to empower developers to efficiently interact with the systems they create. [ + ]

A wearable impact and health monitor was named the winner in the 'Sudden Impact' design competition, organised by the element14 Community. [ + ]

Setec, a designer and manufacturer of power solution products, has been named the 2015 Telstra Victorian Medium Business of the Year. [ + ]