➀ Silicon Labs has introduced the BG29 Series 2 wireless SoCs designed for ultra-compact Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) devices, offering high performance, robust connectivity, and extended memory without sacrificing size or power.

➁ The BG29 SoCs are available in QFN and WLCSP packages, making them suitable for small devices like smart implants, glucose monitors, and disposable wearables.

➂ Key features include 1 MB of Flash memory, 256 kB of RAM, integrated DCDC boost, and a Coulomb counter for accurate battery monitoring, ensuring extended battery life and enhanced security with Secure Vault High and Virtual Secure Engine.

➀ The article discusses the discovery of 57 Chrome extensions with hidden tracking code in the Chrome Web Store, posing a security and privacy threat.

➁ The affected extensions have nearly 6 million installations, with some having over 200,000 installations.

➂ Secure Annex researcher John Tucker highlights the issue, noting that many of the extensions are unlisted and have overly broad permissions.

➀ Design for X has expanded to include considerations for tariffs;

➁ This now encompasses aspects from testing to manufacturing and security;

➂ The integration of tariff considerations aims to optimize the entire design and production process.

➀ Fraunhofer IPMS and aconnic AG have developed a new TSN-MACsec IP core for secure data transmission in 5G/6G networks.

➁ The IP core combines the advantages of TSN and MACsec, enhancing data protection and reliability.

➂ The project, RealSec5G, aims to integrate cybersecurity and data security, meeting functional safety and data security requirements.

➀ The Fraunhofer IPMS has developed a new TSN-MACsec IP-Core in collaboration with aconnic AG for secure data transmission in 5G/6G networks.

➁ The project 'RealSec5G' aims to integrate cybersecurity and data security into a cost-effective and easy-to-integrate system.

➂ The developed system combines TSN functionality with Linespeed encryption to ensure real-time capability and redundancy.

➀ Keysight Technologies推出新一代嵌入式安全测试台，提供可扩展和高性能的PXIe解决方案，简化现代半导体和嵌入式系统的安全性测试工作流程。

➁ 测试台通过模块化设计整合关键组件，如示波器、信号接口、放大器和触发生成器，提升效率并减少复杂性。

➂ 该平台支持未来扩展，能够适应不断变化的测试需求，同时确保测试结果的一致性和重复性。

➀ This article introduces an IoT Security System leveraging AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, focusing on AES-256 encryption and decryption.

➁ It provides a detailed explanation of how AES works, including key expansion, SubBytes, ShiftRows, MixColumns, and AddRoundKey processes.

➂ The project includes both a standalone AES-256 encryption demo and an IoT sender-receiver system with a web UI for encrypted data transmission, demonstrating practical implementation of AES in IoT applications.

➀ Researchers from Polytechnic University of Milan have developed a novel optical receiver capable of restoring chaotic signals disrupted by atmospheric turbulence in free-space optical communication links.

➁ The system uses optical micro-antennas embedded in a programmable photonic chip to adapt in real time and preserve the integrity of the signal, even under challenging environmental conditions.

➂ This innovation enables reliable, high-speed, and secure optical communications in remote areas, disaster zones, and other environments where traditional systems fail.

➀ Microsoft has reminded users that support for Windows 10 is ending on October 14, 2025, and users with hardware not meeting Windows 11's minimum requirements should upgrade or purchase a compatible device.

➁ The company emphasizes the importance of updates, comparing an OS without updates to an open door.

➂ Users are advised to upgrade, recycle, or trash incompatible PCs, while Microsoft plans to support Windows 10 for organizations and businesses.

➀ A hidden feature in the widely-used ESP32 microcontroller allows attackers to spoof devices, steal data, and install malware, posing risks to millions of IoT devices.

➁ The vulnerability stems from hidden commands in the Bluetooth Host Controller Interface (HCI), which are typically used for debugging but can be exploited for malicious purposes.

➂ Espressif, the manufacturer of ESP32, acknowledges the issue but claims these commands are for internal testing. Users are advised to conduct security audits and follow best practices to mitigate risks.

➀ This article presents various interesting reference designs of radar systems, including the Infineon BGT60LTR11AIP 60GHz radar sensor, which is suitable for battery-powered and embedded applications, offering motion detection, direction sensing, and smart power-saving features.

➁ Another highlighted design is the MR2001_RD reference design from RFbeam Microwave, featuring NXP's MR2001 chipset, which supports accurate signal processing and flexible beam control, ideal for automotive and industrial radar applications.

➂ Additionally, the article discusses the Texas Instruments TIDEP-0092 reference design, focusing on short-range radar solutions for applications such as lane change assist and autonomous parking, with capabilities to detect and track up to 200 objects within 80 meters.

➀ A compact Wi-Fi-based camera project using IndusBoard Coin V2 and OV2640 camera module was introduced. It is capable of live video streaming and is suitable for home security, baby monitoring, and discreet surveillance applications.

➁ The project utilizes the Wi-Fi capabilities of IndusBoard Coin V2 to host a web server for streaming real-time video. The OV2640 camera captures images and transmits them in multiple pixel formats.

➂ The camera operates in AP mode, creating its own Wi-Fi network for portability and independence from existing networks. The Bill of Materials and circuit details are provided along with source code for implementation.

➀ A hidden feature in ESP32 microcontrollers, widely used in IoT devices, poses potential security risks including device spoofing, data theft, and malware installation.

➁ This vulnerability stems from the undocumented commands in the Bluetooth Host Controller Interface (HCI) protocol, which could allow attackers to bypass standard security checks and compromise critical systems.

➂ Recommendations to mitigate risks include auditing firmware, disabling unused Bluetooth services, ensuring secure firmware updates, and implementing strong authentication mechanisms.

➀ The FBI has issued a warning to hundreds of millions of commuters about a fraudulent SMS scam claiming unpaid tolls.

➁ The scam involves fraudulent text messages threatening a late fee if the toll is not paid.

➂ The FBI has received over 2,000 complaints about this scam since early 2024.

➀ An 'extremely sophisticated attack' zero-day security flaw affecting several Apple devices is being actively exploited;

➁ The flaw, CVE-2025-24201, is an out-of-bounds write issue in WebKit, the browser engine used by Safari;

➂ All affected devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro, require the latest updates to address the vulnerability.

➀ Crypto Quantique is demonstrating the QuarkLink Hybrid PQC security platform at Embedded World 2025.

➁ QuarkLink is a scalable, cloud-based software platform designed to reduce the time and cost of implementing security functions in embedded device IoT networks.

➂ The platform manages device identities, supports secure boot and firmware updates, and handles security keys and digital certificates.

➀ A roundup of the latest electronics news from Embedded World 2024, covering automotive, military, telecoms, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors.

➁ Infineon is launching a RISC-V starter kit for automotive microcontrollers.

➂ NXP reveals MCX MCUs with Matter, Thread, Zigbee, and Bluetooth LE.

➀ One of the challenges with our digital era is the burden of remembering a great number of passwords.

➁ 1Password, a popular password-managing service, has recently added a feature that enables users to add specific location ranges to passwords.

➂ This feature could be a big time saver and convenience.

➀ ST has introduced the STM32WBA6x series of wireless MCUs, designed for secure Bluetooth, Zigbee, and other 2.4GHz communications.

➁ The controllers feature a 100MHz Arm Cortex-M33 core with floating-point and DSP extensions, and support for high sensitivity and power output.

➂ The series includes options for concurrent multi-protocol working and single-protocol use, with various peripherals and package options.

➀ CAST today announced a new IP core that implements the SNOW-V stream cipher algorithm;

➁ The core is designed to meet the security and performance demands of modern communication systems;

➂ It is available for ASICs or FPGAs and is believed to be the first commercial offering of its kind.