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US contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries reports strong demand for Chinese optical modules as data centre construction accelerates. The company is expanding its presence in China to serve domestic clients amid an infrastructure boom, positioning itself to benefit from heavy investment in data centres despite ongoing tensions between Washington and Beijing over semiconductor supply chains.

Banana Pi has introduced the BPI-CM7, a new computer-on-module built around the Allwinner H618 chip and positioned as a lower-cost alternative to the Raspberry Pi CM5. Documentation is already available on the Banana Pi site, with support for Android and Linux. Makers in the single-board computing community are sharing the launch and comparing it to Raspberry Pi's module.

Modulate has raised $25 million to expand its voice modelling technology and voice analysis suite. The company builds tools around synthetic and analysed voice, and the fresh funding will support growth of its platform. The announcement was reported by TechCrunch, drawing attention from the startup and tech community.

A newly published case report describes treating refractory radiation proctitis, chronic rectal inflammation caused by prior radiotherapy, with a sequential approach combining microbiota modulation and nutrition therapy. Radiation proctitis is often resistant to standard treatment, so any reported success with alternative regimens draws attention from gastroenterologists and oncologists looking for options for difficult patients.

LightCounting has published a roundup of highlights from CIOE 2026, the China International Optoelectronic Exposition. The recap covers developments showcased at the event, a key gathering for the optical communications and photonics industry. Industry watchers are looking to the show for signals on optical component and module trends.

Bethel presented its new robot joint modules for the first time at the 2026 World Manufacturing Convention, marking its entry into the robotics components market. The debut drew attention from the manufacturing and automation sectors, with observers watching how the modules could serve the fast-growing demand for humanoid and industrial robot parts.

Developers are being reminded that most cryptography in modern software comes from third-party libraries rather than their own code, so a cryptographic inventory is only useful if it identifies the module responsible. The argument, circulating among software and fintech engineers, is that scans which stop at individual lines of code miss where the cryptography actually lives and leave teams unable to audit or upgrade their dependencies properly.

Chinese solar manufacturer Tongwei has launched the TNC 2.0 FULLX G12R-48, a rooftop solar module built on its tunnel oxide passivated contact (TNC) cell technology. The company says the panel reaches 24.5% efficiency, a figure that would place it among the more efficient mainstream rooftop products on the market. The announcement adds to intensifying competition among Chinese module makers racing to commercialise higher-efficiency cell formats.

A new critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-75969 with a CVSS score of 9.1, has been disclosed affecting all PTZOptics cameras and the Firmware Upgrade Tool's Firmware Update modules. The flaw is a missing authentication issue in the firmware update mechanism, meaning critical functions could be triggered without proper credentials. Security watchers are flagging the severity and the breadth of affected devices.

Calnode has released version 0.10.1, an update that includes security fixes and a new one-click module for deploying the software on NethServer. The release is being described as shaped by feedback from the project's deployers, and it is drawing attention from self-hosting and server administration communities interested in simplified deployment and patched vulnerabilities.

TCL Solar has introduced a new line of back-contact, double-glass solar modules, expanding its photovoltaic product portfolio. Back-contact designs eliminate visible front contacts to improve efficiency and aesthetics, while double-glass construction boosts durability and weather resistance. The launch positions the Chinese manufacturer to compete in the high-efficiency residential and commercial solar market as demand for premium modules grows.

Innovagrid has reached an agreement with TCL SunPower for the supply of 200 megawatts of solar modules. The deal secures panel supply for Innovagrid's projects and gives TCL SunPower a sizable order as demand for solar equipment remains strong. Further details on pricing, delivery schedules and the destination of the modules were not disclosed in the initial report.

Heleine has introduced a new solar module designed specifically for residential rooftop installations, according to Solar Builder. The company says the product targets homeowners looking to adopt rooftop solar power. Details on pricing, efficiency ratings and availability have not been widely reported yet, so it remains to be seen how the module will compete in the residential solar market.

Modulate, an audio AI company that operates a tool for detecting AI-generated music, has raised $25 million in funding, as reported by Music Business Worldwide. The funding comes as the music industry grapples with the rise of AI-generated tracks and the need to identify and manage synthetic audio on streaming platforms and across the wider music ecosystem.

Memory module maker Netlist has asked US authorities to ban imports of Micron chips used in AI computing systems built by Google and Nvidia, according to a Reuters report. The request escalates a long-running patent dispute between the two memory companies. An import ban could disrupt supply chains for advanced AI hardware, drawing attention across the semiconductor industry.

A medium-severity vulnerability, tracked as EUVD-2026-62467 with a CVSS score of 6.8, was disclosed in Renovate, the dependency update tool maintained by renovatebot. Versions from 43.65.0 before 43.102.11 contain a remote code execution flaw affecting the bazel-module and bazelisk managers. The advisory was published on 19 August 2026 and updated on 29 September, and administrators are urged to upgrade to a fixed release.

Memory module maker Netlist has asked US trade authorities to block imports of Micron's AI-related chips, escalating a long-running patent dispute between the two companies. The move targets Micron's high-bandwidth memory products used in artificial intelligence hardware. The case adds to mounting legal and trade friction in the semiconductor industry as demand for AI chips surges and suppliers fight over key intellectual property.

A hands-on review of Frinkey's TMR stick module has been published, showcasing the component as a fix for controller stick drift. Coverage from eSports World notes the module is now also being stocked at major electronics retailers in Japan, making it easier for gamers and esports players to replace drifting analog sticks. TMR (tunneling magnetoresistance) sticks are gaining attention as a durable alternative to standard potentiometer sticks.

A high-severity vulnerability, CVE-2026-92370 with a CVSS score of 8.8, has been disclosed in TeamViewer Full Client, Host and related modules on Windows, Linux and macOS. The improper access control flaw allows an authenticated remote attacker to bypass user-configured permission settings during remote sessions, potentially gaining unauthorized access to a user's system. Security teams are urged to review the advisory and apply fixes.