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Good morning, tech fam; here are some quick tech updates for you to catch on to!
What’s New Today: Hong Kong Backs StarFive in RISC-V Tech Expansion
Fast-Track Insights: BlueShift Secures $2.1M to Advance Electrochemical Tech
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. From the Hong Kong Backs StarFive to IOCL Recruitment 2025, let’s dive into the top tech stories of the day.
Shanghai-based semiconductor start-up StarFive secured funding from the Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC) to boost RISC-V chip adoption. China is investing in RISC-V to reduce reliance on foreign tech amid U.S. restrictions. StarFive’s Towngas Chip will be deployed in Hong Kong’s smart gas meters, while its upcoming 12nm Lion Rock processor targets data centers. Hong Kong aims to expand its RISC-V industry, with government support seen as crucial for adoption. The investment aligns with China’s broader push for semiconductor independence, with firms like Alibaba also developing RISC-V processors for high-performance computing and autonomous vehicles.
BlueShift, a Boston-based electrochemical climate tech company, secured $2.1M in pre-seed funding from ConocoPhillips, Ridgeline, and MassCEC to build its pilot facility in Boston Harbor. Operating from Greentown Labs, BlueShift develops membrane-free technology to extract critical minerals from seawater while removing CO2, mitigating ocean acidification. Its system, backed by research from the University of Michigan and Harvard, is up to 10 times more energy efficient than competitors. The company aims for a 30x increase in CO2 removal within 14 months. Investors support its mission to enhance domestic mineral production and climate resilience through sustainable industrial innovation.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has launched a 2025 apprenticeship recruitment drive, offering 200 positions across multiple states. The initiative provides hands-on training in trade, technical, and graduate apprentice roles. Eligible candidates can apply online until March 22, 2025, with selection based on a written exam and document verification. Vacancies span Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and more. Requirements vary by role, including ITI, Polytechnic Diplomas, and Bachelor’s degrees. Data Entry Operator positions require a 10+2 qualification. Successful candidates will receive training and a stipend under the Apprentices Act, enhancing skill development in India’s energy sector.
President Donald Trump told the Blockworks Digital Asset Summit that the U.S. aims to dominate crypto and financial technologies. He highlighted his administration’s actions, including hosting a White House digital asset summit, signing an executive order for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile, and ending regulatory restrictions on crypto. Trump called for clear stablecoin regulations and emphasized crypto’s potential to boost economic growth and strengthen the U.S. dollar. His speech marked the first time a sitting president addressed a crypto conference. A stablecoin bill, the GENIUS Act, advanced in the Senate, reinforcing bipartisan crypto support.
Imagine a world where we can detect illness before symptoms appear, all with a health device just a tap away. This isn’t just a futuristic concept; with Google’s groundbreaking AI innovations, we are moving swiftly toward a reality where health diagnostics evolve from mere speed to predictive analysis. These advancements are transforming the healthcare field in remarkable ways.
