Semiconductor Leap: CEA-Leti says die-to-wafer hybrid bonding now works at 1 μm pitch, with functional testing of up to 100,000 links—aimed at removing an AI hardware bottleneck. Space Computing: NASA/JPL is testing a radiation-hardened system-on-a-chip processor designed to boost spacecraft computing capacity by 100x for faster, more autonomous missions. Wearable Health Tech: UC Irvine unveiled a battery-free sweat sensor patch that can continuously track multiple biomarkers (including stress and kidney-related markers) and regenerate its sensing surface. AI in Manufacturing: NVIDIA is pushing “physical AI” for factories via agentic workflows and digital-twin style simulation, with new workstation and platform messaging. Quantum-Ready Security: Monash researchers warn cryptographers and security teams must upskill for quantum-safe protection, calling for broader “quantum-ready” workforce training. Biotech in the Real World: Google seeks EPA approval to release up to 32 million Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes in Florida and California to curb West Nile virus. Healthcare Data Reform: The UK NHS is moving toward a single patient record to reduce repeated history-taking and cut avoidable A&E visits. Rare Disease Policy: Evaluate’s orphan drugs report finds sales momentum despite pricing turmoil, with orphans projected to take a growing share of prescriptions. Climate & Society: New reporting argues “climate doomerism” models are being reconsidered as fertility declines and existential anxiety reshape family planning.