Best Microcontrollers Podcasts (2026)

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Beyond the Cloud: The Hidden Security Challenges of Edge AI 41:10

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"Do you trust your AI models? Honestly, I don't trust them. We should not trust them." These powerful words from STMicroelectronics' Mounia Kharbouche perfectly capture the security challenge facing the edge AI world today. As organizations rush to deploy AI workloads at the edge, a complex security landscape emerges that demands careful navigation…

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Real World Deployment and Industry Applications 29:18

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The humble printer - that device gathering dust in the corner of your office - is about to undergo a remarkable transformation. Thanks to advancements in generative AI, printers and scanners are evolving from passive endpoints into intelligent document processing powerhouses. Arniban from Wipro Limited unveils how visual language models (VLMs) like…

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Bridging the Digital Divide by Generative AI through the Edge 31:47

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The technological revolution sparked by generative AI threatens to create the deepest digital divide we've ever seen. In this illuminating talk, Danilo Pau from STMicroelectronics reveals how only a handful of companies worldwide possess the resources to fully harness large-scale generative AI, while the rest of humanity risks being left behind. Pa…

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Networked AI Agents Decentralized Architecture 37:45

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What happens when trillions of AI agents can discover, communicate, and collaborate across organizational boundaries? Pradyumna Shari from MIT Media Lab unveils NANDA (Networked AI Agents in a Decentralized Architecture), a groundbreaking open protocol that could fundamentally transform how we interact with artificial intelligence. Drawing a fascin…

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Generative AI on NXP Microprocessors 28:44

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Stepping into a future where AI doesn't require the cloud, NXP is revolutionizing edge computing by bringing generative AI directly to microprocessors. Alberto Alvarez offers an illuminating journey through NXP's approach to private, secure, and efficient AI inference that operates entirely at the edge. The heart of NXP's innovation is their EAQ Ge…

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Dan Cogliano 15:44

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Dan Cogliano joins Paul and they discuss Dan’s work with the Z Machine, which allows you to play Zork and other text adventure games. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:30 Dan’s start with computers 3:05 The EZ Make Oven 4:53 The Z-Machine 7:59 Challenges in creating the CP Z Machine 9:08 The game of Zork 11:00 CP Z Machine Learn…

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Transforming Human-Computer Interaction with OpenVINO 43:26

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The boundary between humans and computers is blurring as AI capabilities advance, creating opportunities for more natural, conversational interactions with our devices. Raymond Lowe from Intel takes us on a journey through the evolution of human-computer interaction, from simple mouse clicks to sophisticated chatbots that understand context, proces…

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Support for Novel Models for Ahead of Time Compiled Edge AI Deployment 11:50

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The growing gap between rapidly evolving AI models and lagging deployment frameworks creates a significant challenge for edge AI developers. Maurice Sersiff, CEO and co-founder of Germany-based Roofline AI, presents a compelling solution to this problem through innovative compiler technology designed to make edge AI deployment simple and efficient.…

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River Wang 27:13

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Paul welcomes River Wang to the show. River was a STEAM teacher before becoming a full time software developer 3 years ago. He created the CircuitPython Online IDE, a browser based platform that allows users to work on a CircuitPython project on the web or as a self-hosted website. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:2…

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Comparative Analysis of NPU Optimized Software Framework 13:32

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The future of AI isn't just in massive cloud servers—it's already sitting in your pocket. In this eye-opening presentation, Yeon-seok, CEO and co-founder of JTIC AI, reveals how his company is revolutionizing the AI landscape by tapping into the underutilized Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) that have been standard in smartphones since 2017. While te…

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Powering Intelligence: Anaflash's Revolutionary AI Microcontroller with Embedded Flash Memory 15:21

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Memory bottlenecks, not computational limitations, are the true barrier holding back Edge AI. This revelation lies at the heart of Anaflash's revolutionary approach to intelligent edge computing – a breakthrough AI microcontroller with embedded flash memory that transforms how we think about power efficiency and cost in smart devices. The team has …

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John Romkey 28:19

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John Romkey joins the show and shares his CircuitPython tool, circremote, what it does, how it works, how he used Cursor and Claude to help write it, and more. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:56 John’s start with computers and electronics 6:25 circremote 9:21 circremote clean and emacs support 12:22 circremote’s se…

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Enhancing Field Oriented Control of Electric Drives with tiny Neural Network 16:59

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Ever wondered how the electric vehicles of tomorrow will squeeze every last drop of efficiency from their batteries? The answer lies at the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and motor control. The electrification revolution in automotive technology demands increasingly sophisticated control systems for permanent magnet synchronous…

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Sam Blenny 19:31

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Sam Blenny joins the show and shares his work with the Fruit Jam, including USB Host, a Color Checker, a Gamepad tester, and more. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:24 Sam’s start with computers and electronics 5:34 Discovering CircuitPython Pumpkins vs Skeletons game 7:06 Working with the Fruit Jam and the Gamepad t…

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Energy Efficient and high throughput inference using compressed tsetlin machine 20:21

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Logic beats arithmetic in the machine learning revolution happening at Newcastle University. From a forgotten Soviet mathematician's work in the 1960s to modern embedded systems, Settle Machine represents a paradigm shift in how we approach artificial intelligence. Unlike traditional neural networks that rely on complex mathematical operations, Set…

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Applying GenAI to Mice Monitoring 17:23

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The AI revolution isn't just for tech giants with unlimited computing resources. Small and medium enterprises represent a crucial frontier for edge generative AI adoption, but they face unique challenges when implementing these technologies. This fascinating exploration takes us into an unexpected application: smart laboratory mouse cages enhanced …

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Noe Ruiz 14:18

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Noe Ruiz joins the show and shares how he started learning design and 3D modeling, creating the Layer by Layer tutorials, designing CAD parts, and more. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:19 Getting started with computers and electronics 1:38 Learning design 4:38 Snap-fit enclosures 6:36 3D Hangouts Live in New York C…

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Simple Cost Effective Vision AI Solutions at the edge 18:39

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By EDGE AI FOUNDATION

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Low Code No Code Platform for Developing AI algorithms 20:07

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Revolutionizing edge computing just got easier. This eye-opening exploration of ST Microelectronics' ST-IoT Craft platform reveals how everyday developers can now harness the power of artificial general intelligence without writing a single line of code. The modern IoT landscape presents a paradox: billions of devices generate zettabytes of valuabl…

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John Fletcher 15:24

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In the kickoff of season 6, John Fletcher joins the show. John shares how he ported CircuitPython to web assembly, how it works, and how using Claude Code helped. Follow the show on Mastodon and Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:23 John’s start with computers 4:07 John’s Discord nickname 5:05 CircuitPython and web assembly 6:43 How CircuitPython w…

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Stochastic Training for Side-Channel Resilient AI 18:57

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Protecting valuable AI models from theft is becoming a critical concern as more computation moves to edge devices. This fascinating exploration reveals how sophisticated attackers can extract proprietary neural networks directly from hardware through side-channel attacks - not as theoretical possibilities, but as practical demonstrations on devices…

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Beyond TOPS: A Holistic Framework for Edge AI Metrics 12:14

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Beyond raw computational power lies the true measure of AI system effectiveness. Austin Lyons, founder of ChipStrat and analyst at Creative Strategies, challenges us to rethink how we evaluate Edge AI technologies in this thought-provoking talk on metrics that truly matter. For too long, the industry has obsessed over Trillion Operations Per Second…

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How AI Zip Is Shrinking Models for a Device-First Future 29:41

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What if we could put powerful AI anywhere—from underwater cameras monitoring fish to the phone in your pocket? That's the vision driving AI Zip, a company building ultra-efficient AI models that can run on virtually any device. During this fascinating conversation, we explore how AI Zip is pioneering a different path in artificial intelligence by f…

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How Innatera is Revolutionizing Low-Power AI with Neuromorphic Chips 16:28

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What happens when we redesign computing hardware to work more like the human brain? The results are transformative for edge AI. Sumit Kumar from Inatera takes us inside the world of neuromorphic computing – a revolutionary approach that's bringing brain-like intelligence directly to sensors. Born from research at Delft University of Technology, Ina…

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How Edge Matrix is Transforming Video Monitoring Through AI 28:32

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Smart cities face an impossible challenge - monitoring countless security cameras 24/7 with human operators alone. Edge Matrix is solving this problem with innovative AI technology that transforms how urban environments approach security and monitoring. Founded in 2019 as a Cloudian spin-off, Edge Matrix has developed sophisticated video AI solutio…

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From Stanford Labs to Edge AI Pioneers: FemtoSense's Journey 20:11

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The quest to create artificial intelligence as efficient as the human brain is one of computing's most fascinating challenges. While today's AI systems consume megawatts of power in massive data centers, your brain accomplishes far more complex tasks on roughly 20 watts—about the same as a dim light bulb. This efficiency gap is what FemtoSense is d…

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Powering EVs: Microgrids & DC Charging Solutions 41:25

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In this episode of the Moore's Lobby podcast, we sit down with Antonio Di Vaira, Senior VP for Power Product of Schneider Electric to discuss the massive shifts happening in the world of energy distribution. The conversation kicks off by exploring how the explosive growth of electric vehicles and energy-hungry technologies like AI are pushing tradi…

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Smart Sampling Unlocks Edge AI Capabilities You Never Thought Possible 20:15

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What if everything we assumed about AI and data was wrong? In a world obsessed with collecting more and more sensor data, LightScline has discovered something remarkable: we might only need 10% of it. Drawing inspiration from the human brain's selective attention mechanism, LightScline co-founders Ankur and Ayush Goel have developed an approach tha…

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The future belongs to greasy machines that think for themselves - Anoop Balachandran of Tinkerblox 22:08

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From cloud dependency to edge autonomy – we explore the frontier of intelligent edge computing with TinkerBlocks co-founder Anoop. Imagine a world where your machines don't need to phone home to make decisions. That's the vision driving TinkerBlox, a startup founded by former Bosch Digital executives who saw firsthand how IoT implementations were h…

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Revolution at the Edge: AI’s New Frontier in Embedded Systems 29:00

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Edge AI was once a niche topic, but now it’s driving higher productivity and enabling smarter devices by deploying AI models directly on embedded systems at the network edge. These systems perform tasks like detecting people, body positions, or recognizing hand gestures with increasing accuracy and speed. In this episode of our special Executive In…

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How embedUR is bridging the gap between embedded development and AI with Rajesh Subramanian 17:49

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The technological pendulum has swung dramatically over the last two decades. From desktop computing to cloud dominance and now back to the critical importance of edge devices, we're witnessing a renaissance in embedded systems. But this time, they're getting smart. Rajesh, founder of embedUR, takes us on a journey through this evolution, explaining…

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How Weeteq is Revolutionizing Microcontroller Technology for Industrial Automation 20:30

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What happens when you push AI to the absolute edge of networks? Meet Weeteq, a Scottish startup revolutionizing system optimization by bringing intelligence directly into microcontroller control loops. In this fascinating conversation with Martin from Weeteq, we explore the concept of "Ultra Edge" - technology that operates beyond what we typically…

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Episode 026 - Biomimicry and the next evolution of AI from the Edge to Data Centers 35:10

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By Microchip Technology Inc

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Material Science in Motion: How 3M is Powering EV and Grid Advancements 50:41

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Technologists and leaders will be interested in hearing Mike explain how 3M's R&D culture that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving. They continue to leverage their "15% time" philosophy to fosters creative solutions that are being applied to our rapidly electrifying world. If you're passionate about how fundamental material science is enabling…

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From Cloud to Edge: NXP's AI Journey with Ali Ors 20:40

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The line between cloud and edge AI is blurring, and NXP Semiconductors stands at the forefront of this transformation. In this illuminating conversation, Ali Ors, Head of AI Strategy and Technologies at NXP, unveils how the semiconductor giant is embedding dedicated AI acceleration across their entire product portfolio—from basic microcontrollers t…

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Powering the Future: Silicon Carbide and the Rise of Wide Bandgap Tech 18:26

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Wide Bandgap technologies have been widely adopted around the world. As more customers are aiming for higher efficiency, greater power density, and reduced energy losses, design engineers are seeing the clear path forward is through Silicon Carbide or GaN technology. In this episode of our special Executive Insights series, host Riccardo Collura sp…

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From Arduino to AI: A 20-Year Journey with David Cuartielles 22:57

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Twenty years after its founding in a small Italian café, Arduino has transformed from a simple open-source project into a global technology enabler that's educated an entire generation of makers, developers, and engineers. In this fascinating conversation with Arduino co-founder David Cuartielles, we explore the evolution of this groundbreaking pla…

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From Sensors to Solutions: The Future of Edge AI with Chad Lucien of Ceva 17:06

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At the crossroads of cutting-edge technology and practical innovation stands Ceva, a semiconductor IP powerhouse with a remarkable two-decade legacy. Powering nearly 20 billion devices worldwide and shipping over 2 billion annually, SIVA has emerged as a crucial enabler in the burgeoning edge AI ecosystem. What distinguishes Ceva in this competitiv…

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Idea to Implementation: Fast-tracking Innovation with MCU/MPU Design Enablement 12:11

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Embedded designs typically start with choosing the right microcontroller or microprocessor, for everything from robots to smart wearable devices. As the central function control of the system, it is essential to choose an MCU or MPU solution that will give engineers the ability to meet their evolving requirements, and to bring their innovative desi…

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Episode 025 - Microchip Technology Powers Sustainability; part 2-of-2 28:10

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“Every mammal on this planet, instinctively develops a natural equilibrium with the surrounding environment. But you humans do not. You move to an area and you multiply- and multiply until every natural resource is consumed. The only way you can survive is to spread to another area.” – The Matrix Hugo Weaving’s Mr. Smith lectures Lawrence Fishburne…

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EDGE AI Partner: David Aronchick of Expanso 21:51

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The digital landscape is rapidly evolving beyond centralized cloud computing. In this illuminating conversation with David Aronchik, co-founder of Expanso, we explore the growing necessity of processing data right where it's generated—at the edge. Drawing from his impressive background as the first non-founding PM for Kubernetes at Google and his l…

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Episode 025 - Microchip Technology Powers Sustainability; part 1-of-2 24:32

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“Every mammal on this planet, instinctively develops a natural equilibrium with the surrounding environment. But you humans do not. You move to an area and you multiply- and multiply until every natural resource is consumed. The only way you can survive is to spread to another area.” – The Matrix Hugo Weaving’s Mr. Smith lectures Lawrence Fishburne…

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Bringing Generative AI to Your Pocket: The Future of Edge Computing 27:10

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A technological revolution is quietly unfolding in your pocket. Imagine your phone creating stunning images, understanding what its camera sees, and responding to complex questions—all without sending a single byte of data to the cloud. This isn't science fiction; it's Generative EDGE AI, and it's already here. We dive deep into this transformative…

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Beyond Sight: Choosing the Right Sensors for Next-Gen Machine Vision 29:41

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Machine vision in applications continues to grow in demand, so engineers must decide on the right sensors for their designs. For many of these applications simply giving designs the ability to "see" the world around them is not enough. In this episode Todd talks with Steve Harris Senior Director of Marketing of Industrial and Commercial Sensing at …

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Aligning Passion With Purpose: A Journey to Electrification and Sustainability 56:43

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Dr. Mital Kanabar is the Senior Director of Innovation, Grid Automation, Grid Solutions at GE Vernova. He joins our podcast to discuss the explosive electricity demand driven by electric vehicles, AI data centers, and the general electrification of industries. This increased demand puts a strain on an aging infrastructure, necessitating new solutio…

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Audio AI on the Edge with Ceva 59:47

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Audio processing at the edge is undergoing a revolution as deep learning transforms what's possible on tiny, power-constrained devices. Daniel from SIVA takes us on a fascinating journey through the complete lifecycle of audio AI models—from initial development to real-world deployment on microcontrollers. We explore two groundbreaking applications…

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Garbage In, Garbage Out - High-Quality Datasets for Edge ML Research 21:17

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The EDGE AI FOUNDATION's Datasets & Benchmarks Working Group highlights the rapid progress in neural networks, particularly in cloud-based applications like image recognition and NLP, which benefited greatly from large, high-quality datasets. However, the constrained nature of edge AI devices necessitates smaller, more efficient models, yet a lack …

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Securing the Edge: Exploring Advanced FPGA Technology 17:12

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In today's embedded design, engineers have the capability to include System-on-Chip (SoC) FPGAs, which not only provide the flexibility of a programmable logic matrix, but embedded processing cores as well. FPGAs are also offering more advanced layers of security today for both design and data protection. In this episode of our special Executive In…

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Episode 024 - Microcontrollers, Makers, and the DIY Movement; Part 2-of-2 21:07

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Arduino. Founded in Italy twenty years ago by a group of visionary educators and engineers, Arduino was born out of a desire to democratize electronics and make it accessible to everyone. Named after a bar in Ivrea, the platform started with hand-assembled circuit boards for students at the Interaction Design Institute Ivrea (IDII). The founders—Ma…