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ADATA Sparks New AI Engines at COMPUTEX 2026

Taipei, Taiwan: ADATA Technology, the global leader in memory modules and flash storage, will showcase its latest innovations at COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2026 under the theme “Activate the AI Core.” Joining ADATA are its enterprise storage brand TRUSTA, industrial-grade embedded storage division ADATA Industrial, gaming brand XPG, and global AIoT leader ATrack Technology. Running from June 2 to June 5, ADATA will showcase its AI ecosystem strategy spanning from cloud to edge across diverse application scenarios. On June 2, we will also launch our online microsite simultaneously, offering a zero-latency AI experience and a glimpse into the future of smart living powered by technology.

This year, ADATA is highlighting the forward momentum of AI high-performance computing and smart living. Led by TRUSTA, the company will introduce the TRUSTA AI Scaler solution, designed to reduce AI deployment costs by more than 50%. In addition, ADATA will showcase a wide range of applications, including AI robotic arms powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor and NVIDIA NemoClaw, Real-to-Sim-to-Real (R2S2R) digital twin technology, PCIe Gen5 SSDs, AI PCs, smart wearables, and immersive XPG gaming experiences. ADATA will also showcase collaborative innovations with leading global brands such as NVIDIA, Intel, Advantech, ASUS ROG, MSI, GIGABYTE, ASRock and Razer to fully demonstrate its comprehensive innovation capabilities and cross-domain integration achievements in the AI era.

TRUSTA Accelerates Enterprise AI Adoption with Over 50% Lower Deployment Costs

As generative AI and large language models (LLMs) continue to scale, the demand for efficient, cost-effective on-premise AI deployment continues to grow. TRUSTA, the enterprise storage brand of ADATA, will introduce its award-winning TRUSTA AI Scaler Extended Memory Solution, alongside its core software, the TRUSTA AI Scaler Toolkit at Computex. The solution dynamically allocates GPU memory, DRAM, and SSD resources based on workload requirements, significantly reducing reliance on high-end GPUs through a hybrid architecture approach. With the TRUSTA AI Scaler Extended Memory Solution, AI deployment costs for training and inference can be reduced by more than 50%.

Available for free download starting May 28, the TRUSTA AI Scaler Toolkit features an open architecture for flexible integration and scalable deployment. TRUSTA will also showcase TD7P51 ECO PCIe Gen5 enterprise SSD that expands the company’s Gen5 SSD portfolio with a solution optimized for enterprise deployment flexibility, while continuing the successful multi-generation collaboration with FADU. The SSD offers capacities up to 15.36TB and supports U.2, E1.S, and E3.S form factors. Equipped with Flexible Data Placement (FDP) technology, the SSD improves performance consistency and operational efficiency through intelligent data placement. Validated by leading global server platforms, TRUSTA solutions deliver high performance, reliability, and scalability required for next-generation AI, cloud, and data center deployments.

ADATA Collaborates with Intel to Advance AI on PC

As an Intel Innovation Pass Program participant at Computex, ADATA will showcase an AI solution integrating the ADATA AI Scaler Toolkit with Intel Core Ultra Processors. Building upon TRUSTA’s enterprise AI foundation, ADATA is extending AI Scaler technology to the PC platform, enabling large AI models to run efficiently on personal devices such as Intel-powered NUCs and laptops. This advancement helps bring AI computing from data centers to consumer PCs and edge applications. ADATA will also showcase Intel Z890 motherboards paired with ADATA 4R CUDIMM memory, highlighting the performance and scalability advantages of high-capacity memory for AI workloads and enabling powerful AI capabilities on PC platforms.

ADATA Industrial and ATrack Drive the Next Wave of Edge AI Innovation

As edge computing becomes a key driver of industrial digital transformation, ADATA Industrial will introduce its latest Gen5 BiCS8 SSD series with read/write speeds up to 14,800 MB/s, alongside high-frequency 7200 MT/s DDR5 ECC DIMMs optimized for edge AI environments requiring low latency and high reliability. ADATA Industrial will also collaborate with Advantech to showcase a next generation OCP Edge-MHS edge server and integrated software solutions, leveraging expertise in storage, computing, communications, and software platforms to build comprehensive edge-to-cloud AI infrastructure.

ATrack Technology will focus on AI computing and intelligent mobility applications, showcasing the NVIDIA-powered VBOX-AI700 Series, designed with industrial-grade anti-vibration and wide-temperature tolerance for stable operation in harsh environments while supporting real-time, multi-channel video analytics for large-scale transportation infrastructure. ATrack will also introduce the AW700 four-camera fleet recorder and AW100 motorcycle dashcam, combining rugged hardware with AI processing capabilities to improve fleet management efficiency and traffic safety.

NVIDIA-Powered Robotics Showcase Demonstrates Smart Healthcare and Digital Twin Innovation

Generative AI and Physical AI are continuing to converge, accelerating the evolution of robots into intelligent agents capable of autonomous decision-making and human interaction. ADATA will showcase its next-generation integrated AI Agents at COMPUTEX 2026, highlighted by robotic arm powered by NVIDIA NemoClaw integrated with next-generation AI agents. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor platform with up to 2,070 TFLOPS of edge computing performance, The NemoClaw-powered AI robots can perform complex logical reasoning and contextual analysis in real time, redefining human-machine collaboration. The exhibition will also feature Real-to-Sim-to-Real digital twin technology powered by NVIDIA Omniverse libraries. Through a 1:1 virtual simulation environment, robots can complete model training and process simulations before physical deployment, significantly improving efficiency and enabling zero-downtime implementation.

In healthcare applications, ADATA will integrate with a VDA 5050-compatible fleet management system, the robots can connect with hospital HIS/IT systems while leveraging NVIDIA Isaac ROS and NVIDIA TAO Toolkit to accelerate AI model training and deployment. Also, ADATA will showcase ISO 13482-certified dual-arm collaborative robots and the AMR100 robotic disinfection system, which has already completed field validation at National Taiwan University Hospital.

ADATA Upgrades Product Strategy Across Diverse AI Application Scenarios

ADATA is unveiling a fully upgraded product strategy for 2026, aligning performance tiers and feature designs based on application scenarios to improve user experience and product differentiation. In high-performance computing, the XPG NOVAKEY RGB DDR5 gaming memory has already earned recognition including the 2026 CES Best of Innovation Award, Taiwan Excellence Award, and COMPUTEX Best Choice Sustainability Award. Designed for AI developers, gamers, and content creators, NOVAKEY features ADATA’s patented “Infinity Mirror” design and speeds up to 8,000 MT/s, with its heatsink crafted from 50% recycled aluminum and 85% PCR plastic to perfectly blend premium craft quality with eco-friendly initiatives. ADATA will also debut the co-branded NOVAKEY RGB DDR5 ROG CERTIFIED edition developed with ASUS ROG.

For portable storage, ADATA is launching the new URBAN external SSD series designed for modern mobile lifestyles. The lineup includes the Red Dot Design Award-winning URBAN POCKET ELITE, which is 75% smaller than its predecessor and supports USB4 speeds up to 4,000 MB/s, as well as the URBAN TAPSAFE SSD featuring NFC-enabled secure unlocking for intuitive and secure data access.

ADATA is also reinforcing its sustainability initiatives with the UC320 Bamboo USB flash drive, made from Taiwanese bamboo combined with 55% bamboo fiber with plant starch, offering biodegradable, non-toxic and environmentally friendly product design.

Expanding AI Applications from High-Speed Computing to Edge Devices

ADATA’s new flagship SM2P51H8 SSD adopts a PCIe Gen5x4 interface designed for AI PCs and high-performance systems, delivering read/write speeds up to 14,000/12,000 MB/s for faster AI workloads, large file transfers, and high-resolution content creation.

ADATA will also showcase embedded solutions including ultra-compact 7.2 x 7.2mm eMMC storage and high-speed LPDDR5X memory operating at up to 8533 Mbps. Additional demonstrations will feature space-saving ePOP solutions and AI smart glasses Design-Win examples.

ADATA will further debut the BSMART AI offline assistant, which transforms fragmented backup files into structured personal knowledge vaults through its proprietary Agentic Framework architecture. With all computing and data retrieval performed locally, BSMART provides intuitive AI-enhanced data interaction while ensuring privacy and data security.

XPG Redefines Gaming with Advanced Cooling, Power Solutions, and Immersive Experiences

At COMPUTEX 2026, XPG will introduce its next-generation cooling lineup featuring advanced liquid cooling, air cooling, and intelligent fan control solutions. The flagship LEVANTE VIEW PRO 360 includes a 6.7-inch curved OLED display, while the MAESTRO VIEW 62DA and MAESTRO INFINITY 62DA air coolers deliver highly personalized PC aesthetics. The new HURRICANE MAG PRO fan supports daisy-chaining up to seven fans through a single cable and integrates with XPG’s proprietary Dynamic Breathing software for intelligent fan speed and airflow optimization. The newly introduced INFINITY fan series also simplifies installation through integrated modular design.

XPG will additionally showcase new gaming chassis and power supply products.. The FUSION 1600W drives dual ASRock Intel Arc Pro B70 GPUs for high-load AI computing via Intel software, while the CYBERCORE III 1200W demonstrates Xtreme Power Guard technology with real-time overload protection and the CORE REACTOR III 1000W showcases cross-brand synergy through its deep Razer partnership and full support for the Razer Core X V2. To complete the immersive gaming ecosystem, XPG is partnering with KOEI TECMO GAMES to present an exclusive “Nioh 3” experience zone powered by the APERTURE A27F4 gaming monitor, delivering next-generation immersive gameplay experiences.

Sony Electronics to Launch Two Compact, Lightweight 4K PTZ Cameras Featuring 4K 60p Support and Enhanced Pan/Tilt Performance

New Models Support a Wide Range of Applications, Including Remote Learning, Corporate Content Creation, and Sports Capture

 SYDNEY, June 3 — Sony Electronics is introducing the “SRG-AS10,” a 4K 60p-compatible PTZ Auto Framing camera that uses Sony’s proprietary AI to automatically recognize and track subjects and capture them with natural composition, along with the “SRG-XS10,” a basic 4K PTZ camera. Both models are equipped with a 1/2.8-type 4K image sensor featuring STARVIS™, Sony’s proprietary image sensor technology, which enables clear video capture even in low-light environments. In addition, they are enhanced with smooth, natural pan and tilt operation, delivering fluid camera movement from start to stop without abrupt acceleration or deceleration.

The SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10 support up to 10x optical zoom in 4K. In addition, using Tele Convert Mode^[1], they support up to 20x zoom in Full HD, providing flexible framing for a wide variety of capture and streaming scenarios.

These cameras are suitable for a wide range of shooting distances in concert halls, theaters, gymnasiums, and similar venues—from close-up shots to the back of the hall. Their compact, lightweight design blends seamlessly into various environments such as classrooms, meeting rooms, or even narrow spaces like backstage wings or sports venues, where it may be difficult to position a camera operator. This allows for installation in diverse settings and enables the capture of high-resolution video that clearly expresses subjects’ facial expressions.

“With the announcement of the SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10, Sony continues to enable professional and reliable 4K capture across real‑world AV environments,” said Tom Garvan, Product Manager, Sony Australia. “By combining intelligent automation, smooth PTZ performance, flexible integration, and support for common routing and control protocols, these compact cameras remove technical barriers, allowing education, corporate, and live environments to focus on what matter most – their message and presentation.”

The two new models, SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10, are expected to be available near the end of 2026. They will be on display June 17-19, 2026, at InfoComm in Las Vegas at booth C8301.

Key Features of SRG-AS10　

PTZ Auto Framing for smooth, natural automated capture

Powered by Sony’s proprietary AI analytics algorithms, the PTZ Auto Framing function automatically tracks subjects and continuously adjusts framing to maintain natural composition. It supports diverse capture and streaming needs, including online classes and remote lectures in education, corporate content creation and internal/external streaming, and sports capture including a dedicated Basketball game tracking mode. This enables automated capture without reliance on operators or advanced skills.

Ball Sports (Basketball) Mode

Ball Sports (Basketball) Mode supports automated capture of indoor full-court basketball games from a wide-shot. By recognizing the court area and tracking not only players but also the fast and irregular movement of the ball, the camera captures the flow of play with accurate framing.

Multi-person Framing

The camera automatically adjusts framing so that a specified number of people—up to eight—fit within the frame at the same time, maintaining a natural composition. It supports stable capture in multi-person scenes such as corporate conferences, panel discussions, weddings, sports games, worship services, and various ceremonies.

Clear video even in low light with a 1/2.8-type 4K image sensor with STARVIS

Equipped with a 1/2.8-type 4K image sensor with STARVIS technology, the camera delivers clear, low-noise images even in low-light environments. Smooth motion reproduction at 4K 60p accurately captures natural human movement as well as fast-paced and detailed sports action.

Flexible installation and capture methods for a wide range of applications

With a compact, lightweight design that blends into any space, the cameras support both tripod and ceiling-mounted installation, making them easy to deploy in a wide range of environments such as lecture rooms, conference rooms, studios, halls, and sports venues.

In addition to SDI and HDMI outputs, the cameras come with NDI® HX2 pre-installed and support IP streaming protocols such as RTSP, RTMP, and SRT—enabling remote production over IP networks. They also support PoE++, allowing power, video, and control to be delivered through a single LAN cable for simplified, scalable system integration. Furthermore, the web-based user interface (Web UI) enables intuitive operation from a tablet or PC via a web browser.

Key Features – SRG-XS10

Equipped with a 1/2.8-type 4K image sensor with STARVIS technology, the camera enables clear video expression even in low-light environments. With a compact, lightweight design that blends into any space, it can be installed in various environments such as classrooms and meeting rooms, making it suitable for everyday streaming and recording tasks including lecture capture, internal corporate streaming, and online meetings.

COLORFUL Launches Interactive Four-Zone Experience Showroom for COMPUTEX 2026

Mumbai, India, June 03 – Colorful Technology Company Limited, a leading brand in gaming PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio products, today introduced the upcoming iGame M15 and M16 Origo flagship gaming laptops ahead of COMPUTEX 2026. Designed to deliver next-generation gaming, AI-powered interaction, and creator-focused performance, the new iGame Origo series combines cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra processors with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics in a sleek and portable chassis.

The iGame Origo series highlights COLORFUL’s latest advancements in high-performance mobile computing. Featuring ultra-fast 300Hz high-refresh displays, advanced cooling technologies, intelligent AI interaction systems, and premium aerospace-grade construction, the iGame M15 and M16 Origo are built to meet the demands of gamers, creators, and power users alike. COLORFUL will showcase the complete iGame Origo gaming laptop lineup at COMPUTEX 2026.

iGame M15/M16 Features

• Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus (iGame M15 Origo) and Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processors (iGame M16 Origo)

• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 115W full-power design

• Advanced Blackwell architecture with DLSS 4.5 and NVIDIA Reflex 2 support

• Upgraded 300Hz 2.5K displays with 16:10 aspect ratio

• 500 nits brightness and 100% sRGB colour gamut

• Advanced cooling system supporting up to 200W combined power output

• Aerospace-grade aluminium chassis available in Ink Black and Starry White

• AI voice startup, proximity unlock, and multi-device connectivity features

• Slim 19.9mm profile and lightweight 2.35kg design

Flagship Silicon for Gaming and Creation

The iGame M15 Origo is powered by the flagship Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor featuring an 8P+16E hybrid architecture with up to 24 cores, 24 threads, and boost clocks reaching 5.5GHz. The iGame M16 Origo features the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor built on Intel’s advanced 18A process technology with integrated AI acceleration capabilities for next-generation workloads and intelligent computing applications.

Both models are equipped with a 115W full-power NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU based on the Blackwell architecture, delivering enhanced gaming performance with support for DLSS 4.5 multi-frame generation and NVIDIA Reflex 2 low-latency technologies for smoother and more responsive gameplay experiences.

Built to Stay Cool Under Pressure

The iGame M15/M16 Origo features an advanced cooling architecture engineered for sustained high-performance operation. Dual silent fans, six reinforced heat pipes, phase-change thermal materials, and a quad-exhaust airflow system work together to support stable 200W combined CPU and GPU power output under heavy workloads.

A New Era of High-Frame Visuals

The iGame Origo series is equipped with upgraded 15-inch and 16-inch 2.5K displays featuring a 16:10 aspect ratio, 300Hz refresh rate, 500 nits peak brightness, and 100% sRGB color gamut coverage. Designed for competitive gaming and content creation, the displays deliver smoother visuals with low-latency response while minimizing ghosting and screen tearing.

Cosmic Design Meets Everyday Portability

Inspired by cosmic ring aesthetics, the iGame Origo gaming laptops will be available in Ink Black and Starry White color options. The laptops feature aerospace-grade aluminum construction with a refined frosted finish, combining portability with premium craftsmanship. The chassis measures as thin as 19.9mm and weighs as little as 2.35kg.

AI-Powered Interaction for Modern Users

The iGame M15 and M16 Origo flagship gaming laptops feature a full-scenario AI intelligent interaction system powered by the new COLORFUL Netsite (七彩虹互联) Android AI application. Designed to create a smarter and more connected ecosystem between smartphones and laptops, COLORFUL Netsite enables seamless cross-device interaction for gaming, entertainment, and productivity.

Features include AI voice control for instant power-on and wake-up commands, electronic fence technology that automatically unlocks the laptop when nearby and locks it when away, and smartphone connectivity for remote presentation control and multi-device collaboration. The platform is designed to break down device barriers, delivering a more intuitive and seamless user experience across work and play.

Coming to COMPUTEX 2026

COLORFUL will reveal more details, specifications, and availability information for the iGame Origo gaming laptop series during COMPUTEX 2026.

Jentic Launches Tool That Scores APIs for AI Readiness

Jentic, the AI infrastructure company bridging AI agents into the enterprise API landscape, today launched its API Scoring tool: a free CLI and web UI that evaluate whether a company’s APIs are ready for use by AI agents. Both tools score APIs across six readiness dimensions and are available immediately at no cost.

The CLI is designed to integrate directly into  developer  workflows. Teams can run an initial scan to see where their APIs stand, then configure the tool to generate a fresh score automatically each time code is updated, giving engineering leaders a clear, trackable record of their API landscape’s AI-readiness over time.

The scoring framework was developed with input from senior figures in the API standards community, including a member of the OpenAPI Initiative’s Business Governance Board and an OpenAPI Initiative Ambassador, both of whom have joined Jentic.

Why AI readiness requires a new standard

Most APIs were designed with  human developers in mind. A developer can interpret ambiguous documentation, ask a colleague, or make an informed guess when an API description is incomplete. AI agents have much less context to work with . They require precise, machine-readable descriptions, predictable behaviour, and they should be given clear security guardrails. The vast majority of deployed APIs were not designed with those requirements in mind.

Until now, there has been no standardised way for engineering teams to measure that gap or track progress in closing it. The Jentic API Scoring tool is built to fill that role.

The six scoring dimensions assess whether an API’s descriptions are technically correct, clear enough for an agent to interpret, whether its behaviour is consistent and predictable, whether appropriate security controls are in place, and whether an AI system can discover and execute against it without human intervention.

 

“What does ‘good’ look like for agent experience and developer experience? The industry has conflated validity with usability for too long. Sure, your linter may not shout at you anymore, but a syntactically correct API description guarantees one thing: conformance to the spec’s grammar. It says nothing about whether an agent can discover, understand , and execute against that API reliably. That gap is measurable. This tool gives teams that metric, and a path to improving it.” Frank Kilcommins, Head of Enterprise Architecture, Jentic and Member, OpenAPI Initiative Business Governance Board

“We all know that AI is taking off in a big way. Whether it’s coding agents or business agents, every organization out there is using AI in some way. We need to make sure our API landscape evolves to match the needs of these new consumers. Scoring is the perfect starting point, and while scoring gets you started with clear goals, Jentic is working on additional tooling to accelerate your path towards an AI-ready API landscape.” Erik Wilde, Head of Enterprise Strategy, Jentic and OpenAPI Initiative Ambassador

“In the AI era, the API is king, and APIs must be built for agents, not just for developers. This tool gives every engineering team a free compass to help them navigate through that transition.”  Sean Blanchfield, CEO, Jentic

Open source and free to use

The scoring framework underpinning the tool is published under the Apache 2.0 licence. The methodology is fully open to inspection, contribution, and extension by any developer, researcher, or organisation.

Teams needing custom configurations, on-premise deployment, or organisation-wide controls can contact Jentic directly.

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ICBA Statement on Executive Order on Promoting AI Innovation and Security

Washington, D.C. (June 2, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on today’s executive order on promoting advanced artificial intelligence innovation and security.

“ICBA and the nation’s community bankers thank the administration for expressly recognizing community banks as a critical infrastructure component and adopting elements of our joint AI action plan in directing federal agencies to secure their systems and to promote access to AI security tools.

“The president’s explicit inclusion of community banks in today’s executive order directly aligns with ICBA’s ongoing advocacy for equitable access to federal AI security resources and coordination. It reflects the priorities we have advanced in meetings with the administration and in our action plan, particularly our calls for adopting effective AI-driven cybersecurity, modernizing security operations, building an AI-ready workforce, and establishing a voluntary clearinghouse in collaboration with the AI industry and critical infrastructure operators to facilities AI cyber readiness and response.

“Today’s executive order is an important demonstration of how the community bank voice is being heard on behalf of the local communities we serve. ICBA looks forward to continuing to work with the administration toward a secure and AI-ready America.”

ITS America Conference & Expo Reveals Record 2026 Detroit Program

DETROIT, Mich. (June 2, 2026) — ITS America Conference & Expo, organized in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, has released its full program for the 2026 annual event, scheduled June 9-12 at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan, bringing together more than 3,000 transportation leaders from 23 countries, regions and territories to advance safer, smarter and more connected transportation systems.

The four-day expo, themed “Empowering Innovation,” features more than 100 conference sessions, plenary presentations led by industry visionaries, and state DOT roundtable discussions that give transportation leaders a platform to exchange strategies and share lessons from the field. Sessions cover topics ranging from connected vehicle deployment and AI-driven traffic management to accessible transportation and smart infrastructure. The exhibit hall, open June 10-12, will welcome close to 200 exhibitors and sponsors showcasing the latest advances in traffic management, autonomous mobility, connected vehicle systems and smart infrastructure.

New this year, the Cybersecurity & Data Zone brings together 10 exhibitors highlighting innovative solutions that protect connected vehicles and secure smart infrastructure as transportation networks become more digital and automated. Palo Alto Networks, one of the zone’s featured exhibitors, will present its AI-driven cybersecurity platforms designed to protect connected transportation infrastructure from evolving threats. The new StartUp Zone gives emerging companies a dedicated platform to introduce breakthrough technologies directly to decision-makers and procurement leaders. Start-up companies including Mobito, Neuweb, Inex.net, ASX, ViaSight and Intreelligent will bring a stronger presence to the show floor, representing the next generation of transportation innovation. Exhibiting alongside the industry’s most established players, these rising companies gain direct access to the agencies, investors and partners capable of moving their technologies from concept to real-world deployment.

“The ITS America Conference & Expo is where our industry comes to move forward, together,” said Laura Chace, President and CEO, ITS America. “The pace of change in transportation technology demands that leaders gather each year to share what works and build the relationships that drive real-world deployment. Detroit is the right city for this conversation, and the 2026 program reflects the depth, urgency and opportunity that defines this moment in mobility.”

This year’s event features a record number of outdoor demonstrations, sponsored by Integral Blue and located directly outside Huntington Place, offering five immersive experiences that bring intelligent transportation to life across Detroit. The I-94 Freeway Experience shows how V2X communication and cloud-based systems make high-speed travel safer and more efficient in real time, while the M-1 Intelligent Woodward Experience puts connected intersections and advanced sensors to work along Detroit’s iconic Woodward Avenue, demonstrating how vehicles, pedestrians and infrastructure communicate to improve urban safety and traffic flow.

On Thursday, June 11, Emergency Response Tech & Demo Day, brought to you by GFT Infrastructure Inc. and Michigan DOT sponsored by Skydio, connects the worlds of ITS and emergency response through live demonstrations featuring infrastructure-based V2X communications for incident scene warnings, drone delivery integration for emergency operations and a close-up look at an autonomous freight vehicle from TORC. Three Tech Tours, available on Tuesday, June 9, take small groups to active ITS facilities across the region, including a behind-the-scenes visit to Integral Blue’s Auburn Hills operations center where attendees witness live demonstrations of ITS equipment integration, V2X applications and network incident response that keep Michigan’s transportation systems running.

The Transportation Hub, sponsored by Palo Alto Networks and located on the exhibit hall floor, serves as the event’s destination for learning and networking. Attendees can join expert-led fireside chats, watch a live recording of the Transportation Channel Podcast and receive a complimentary professional headshot, all while connecting with peers and industry leaders shaping the future of transportation. The Future Leaders Program, sponsored by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), connects students and young professionals with industry pioneers through essay competitions, hands-on workshops, campfire-style career development sessions and direct mentorship from transportation leaders.

“From the plenary stage to the exhibit floor to the streets of Detroit, attendees will see, experience and discuss the technologies reshaping how people and goods move across our communities,” said Jaime McAuley, Event Vice President, ITS America Events. “Every session, demonstration and Tech Tour is designed to give attendees practical knowledge and new perspectives they can bring home and put to work immediately. This is where the industry comes to learn what is next and how to get there.”

The conference draws architects, engineers, public agency officials, state departments of transportation, metropolitan planning organizations, investors and mobility innovators, representing a 50-50 split between the public and private sectors. Registration is open now at  itsamericaevents.com.

Air Canada Cargo Selects CHAMP Cargospot neo to Enhance Digital Operations

Warsaw, June 2:  CHAMP Cargosystems’ Cargospot neo has been selected by Air Canada Cargo, Canada’s largest air cargo provider as measured by cargo capacity, as the core of its new cargo management system, spanning operations, commercial, and selected revenue accounting functions. The award follows a competitive tender to modernize technology across Air Canada Cargo’s global network and simplify its IT landscape. It will boost operational efficiency, and deliver a more transparent, responsive experience for customers and partners across the cargo lifecycle.

At the heart of this transformation is Cargospot neo Airline, CHAMP’s reimagined flagship cargo management system. It runs on the state‑of‑the‑art CHAMP neo Platform, featuring an API‑native architecture. In addition to Cargospot neo Airline, Air Canada Cargo will also integrate Cargospot neo Handling, Cargospot Mobile and Cargospot neo Revenue Accounting to streamline operations and operate a fully connected, real-time model.

Together, Cargospot neo, TGC, TGS, and Traxon CDMP provide an integrated digital foundation that supports Air Canada Cargo’s long‑term strategy to strengthen resilience, deliver end-to-end shipment visibility, and provide consistent, premium service to their customers worldwide.

Nicholas Xenocostas, Chief Commercial Officer at CHAMP commented,

“We are proud to support Air Canada Cargo on this journey. Cargospot neo was designed to connect commercial, operational, and financial teams in real-time so that airlines can improve cargo visibility, serve customers better, and adapt more quickly in a complex and ever-changing global environment.”

“Air Canada Cargo is setting a clear benchmark for what modern, customer‑centric cargo operations look like,” added Manuel Galindo, Chief Executive Officer at CHAMP Cargosystems. “With Cargospot neo, they are not just replacing legacy technology. Air Canada is redefining how commercial insights, operational execution, and financial accuracy come together in real-time. We are proud to partner with Air Canada Cargo on this transformation and to support their teams with a platform built for scale and continuous innovation across the entire air cargo ecosystem.”

HighPoint Unveils High-Performance Gen5 AI Compute Platform for Ultra-High Inference Throughput Empowered by Hailo

Featuring the Rocket 1604L Gen5 Retimer technology, this integrated solution achieves 4144 FPS running YOLOv8n, with perfect linear scaling across 4x Hailo-8 M.2 modules.

June 2: HighPoint Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in high-performance PCIe connectivity, today announced an ecosystem partnership with Hailo, a leading innovator in edge AI processors, to deliver a new class of high-performance compute expansion solution: the Enterprise Edge AI Compute Platform.

Purpose-built for high-end modular robotics and industrial AI, this collaboration introduces a Marketplace-Ready hardware platform that enables IT architects to deploy high-density AI clusters achieving a staggering 160 TOPS (INT4). By leveraging readily accessible Hailo-10H M.2 acceleration modules, the platform delivers unprecedented throughput, processing up to 4,144 FPS for real-time inference workloads, effectively eliminating the I/O bottlenecks currently facing next-generation autonomous systems.

The Synergy: Building a Localized AI Compute Platform

The Enterprise Edge AI Compute Platform supports both Hailo-8 and Hailo-10H M.2 AI Acceleration Modules with the HighPoint Rocket 1604L Gen5 Retimer AIC. While a single Hailo-10H module delivers 40 TOPS, this integrated solution allows users to consolidate up to four modules into a single PCIe x16 slot, delivering a massive 160 TOPS of local inference performance.

Proven Performance: Linear Scaling & Precision

To validate the efficiency of the Gen5 AI Compute Platform, rigorous infrastructure benchmarking was conducted utilizing four Hailo-8 / Hailo-10 M.2 modules on a single Rocket 1604L AIC. These results demonstrate the critical role of HighPoint’s Active Retimer Architecture in maintaining total signal integrity and deterministic I/O across high-density configurations.

The platform achieved industry-leading performance benchmarks, including 4,144 FPS for YOLOv8n and 2,173 FPS for YOLOv5s (Batch size = 1) on the Hailo-8. This unprecedented throughput ensures that high-velocity data ingestion and real-time vision processing occur simultaneously across all four M.2 ports without signal degradation or device-to-device variance, providing a transparent and reliable foundation for mission-critical AI workloads.

• Massive Throughput: While a single Hailo-8 module can achieve up to 1036 FPS, the quad-module AI Compute Platform can deliver a staggering 4100 + FPS, proving its capability for high-speed, multi-stream processing via single PCIe slot.

• True Linear Scaling: Performance scaled perfectly as additional modules were added, ensuring that hardware investments translate directly into compute power.

• Unmatched Precision: The benchmark recorded an FPS variance between modules of less than 0.01%, a testament to the bit-perfect signal reconditioning provided by the Rocket 1604L’s Active Retimer Architecture.

Rocket 1604L: The Hardware Core of the Engine

The Rocket 1604L serves as the mechanical core of the AI Compute Platform, ensuring multi-module configurations operate at peak-rated specifications:

• Active Retimer Architecture: Proactively reconditions signals at 32GT/s for a bit-perfect host link.

• Compact 167mm Footprint: Allows deployment in standard 1U/2U industrial chassis where full-size GPUs cannot fit.

• Thermal Stability: Full-length aluminum heat sink and high-static-pressure fan assembly tuned for 24/7 heavy AI inference.

Marketplace-Ready Deployment

By utilizing standard M.2 form factors and PCIe Gen5 connectivity, HighPoint and Hailo have created a solution that VARs and System Integrators can source through mainstream marketplace channels, removing “Time-to-Market” barriers.

“The Enterprise Edge AI Compute Platform is about moving from experimenting with AI to executing AI at scale,” said May Hwang, Director of Marketing at HighPoint Technologies. “By pairing Hailo’s efficient processing with HighPoint’s Gen5 connectivity and proven 0.01% variance precision, we are giving architects a powerful, marketplace-ready blueprint to build future-proof localized intelligence hubs.”

“The collaboration with HighPoint demonstrates how scalable, high-performance edge AI can be achieved using standard, accessible hardware building blocks,” said Yaron Ofer, Sales GM at Hailo. “By combining Hailo’s industry-leading efficiency with HighPoint’s Gen5 connectivity, we’re enabling customers to deploy powerful, localized AI systems that deliver data-center-class performance directly at the edge, without the traditional constraints of power, cost, or form factor.”

Availability

The HighPoint Rocket 1604L is available immediately through HighPoint’s global network of distributors and VARs. Hailo-8 and Hailo-10H  M.2 modules can be sourced via Hailo’s official marketplace and global distribution channels.

Ventiva Partners with ASUS to Explore Next-Generation Thermal Architectures for Compact AI Computing Systems

TAIPEI, Taiwan – June 1, 2026 – Ventiva®, a leader in solid-state cooling solutions, today announced at Computex 2026 a strategic partnership with ASUS to explore next-generation thermal architectures for compact AI computing systems. Through this collaboration, the companies will evaluate how Ventiva’s ionic cooling technology can support future ASUS NUC and Mini-PC designs. 

As AI workloads demand more processing power in increasingly constrained form factors, thermal management has emerged as one of the most critical factors in system design. Conventional cooling solutions consume significant board space, restrict component placement, and generate significant vibrations that introduce acoustic tradeoffs that become harder to absorb as devices grow more compact and more powerful. 

Ventiva’s ionic cooling solutions deliver silent, vibration-free thermal management in a modular, compact form factor that recovers board space and expands layout flexibility for system designers. Through this partnership, Ventiva and ASUS will explore the potential role of Ventiva’s ionic cooling in future ASUS AI system architectures, assessing where the technology could deliver the greatest design impact. 

As part of this partnership, Ventiva is showcasing an ASUS NUC demonstration platform at Computex 2026. The system illustrates the direction of the collaboration and provides a real-world platform for evaluating thermal architecture possibilities in compact AI-capable designs. 

“Thermal management has always been treated as a component-level decision. What we’re seeing now, and what this partnership with ASUS reflects, is that it’s becoming a platform architecture decision. How you cool a system determines what you can build,” said Christian Schlachte, Director, Product Management, Ventiva. “We’re excited to work with ASUS to demonstrate what the shift to a ‘thermal first’ architecture makes possible.”  

Technical Background: Ventiva Ionic Cooling Technology 

Ventiva’s solid-state, all-electronic heat transfer technology leverages the principles of electrohydrodynamic (EHD) flow to move ionized air molecules within an electric field. This ionic cooling innovation moves air without mechanical fans, creating silent, vibration-free airflow. Unlike traditional cooling systems, Ventiva solutions scale easily, integrate cleanly into system designs, and enable airflow configurations that were not previously possible.  

The Ventiva thermal management subsystem is thin, lightweight, and highly modular, and is engineered to adapt to diverse system architectures. It is comprised of a self-contained air blower device, fin stack, and vapor chamber or heat pipe, delivering optimized cooling efficiency up to 1.1 CFM per device. The air blower devices can be positioned adjacent to heat sources including SoCs, memory, and power delivery components, without the space constraints imposed by traditional fan-based cooling. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

• What is ionic cooling, and how does it work? 
  Ionic cooling uses electrically charged particles to move air without any rotating parts. Ventiva’s ionic cooling technology harnesses the power of a minuscule plasma field to move air particles, delivering targeted cooling that removes heat from targeted areas of a system. The result is a solid-state cooling solution with no mechanical parts, no vibrations, and no noise.  

• Does ionic cooling produce any noise? 
  No. Ventiva’s ionic cooling technology has been tested in anechoic chambers, showing less than 15 dBa sound pressure. This is an imperceptible level that is barely above the background noise level in an anechoic chamber.  

• How thin are Ventiva’s air blower devices, and where can they be placed in a system? 
  Unlike traditional blowers which are “top-in / side-out” air flow devices, Ventiva’s ionic cooling module does not need an air gap to draw in air; it is a more space-efficient “side-in / side-out” device. This allows for a lower internal height for a customer application as low as 5 mm, which enables thinner product designs. 

• Why is ionic cooling particularly well-suited for AI workloads? 
  AI workloads generate intense, concentrated heat at the processor, as well as the memory and accelerator components operating in close proximity to the SoC. Conventional cooling solutions struggle to address these distributed heat sources without adding bulk or noise. Ventiva’s modular approach allows each thermal zone to be cooled independently and precisely, so the system can sustain the kind of continuous, high-performance operation that AI applications demand.  

Learn More

• Ventiva Ionic Cooling: How It Works
• ASUS NUC: Powerful, Compact, Versatile Solutions for All
• Ventiva Zoned Cooling Design: Unlocking a New Era of System Design Freedom

Tesla Cybercab Drives Itself Out of GigaTexas Factory in Autonomous Breakthrough

Austin, Texas, May 29 (BNP): In a striking demonstration of autonomous vehicle technology, Tesla’s Cybercab was seen driving itself out of the company’s Gigafactory Texas (GigaTexas), marking another milestone in the electric vehicle maker’s push toward fully autonomous transportation. Videos shared online showed multiple Cybercab units autonomously exiting the factory and navigating toward holding or staging areas without human drivers.

The development comes as Tesla accelerates production of its purpose-built autonomous vehicle, designed specifically for robotaxi operations. Unlike conventional vehicles, the Cybercab has been engineered without a steering wheel or pedals and is intended to function entirely through Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. Production of the vehicle began at GigaTexas earlier this year as part of the company’s broader strategy to expand autonomous mobility solutions.

Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk recently shared footage of Cybercab units autonomously leaving the factory, describing the vehicle as “purpose-built for autonomy.” The footage has generated significant attention across the technology and automotive sectors, with supporters viewing it as a glimpse into the future of transport and critics pointing to ongoing regulatory and safety challenges surrounding fully driverless systems.

The Cybercab forms a central pillar of Tesla’s long-term robotaxi vision, though the company has acknowledged that scaling autonomous operations will be gradual and subject to safety validation and regulatory approvals. Industry observers note that while autonomous production and factory movement represent technological progress, broader public deployment of fully driverless vehicles continues to face technical, legal and infrastructure-related scrutiny.

The latest footage nevertheless signals Tesla’s increasing confidence in integrating autonomy not only into transportation services but also into manufacturing and vehicle logistics at scale.