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RISC-V Is Eating ARM's Lunch: What Hardware Engineers Need to Know in 2026

Open-source RISC-V silicon has crossed the threshold from academic curiosity to production-grade silicon. We explain what this means for hardware engineers choosing their next skill investment.

Alison GreenJune 7, 2026

PCB layout open in an EDA design tool with AI suggestions visible

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How AI-Assisted EDA Is Reshaping PCB Engineering Careers

Cadence, Altium, and Siemens EDA are embedding generative AI into their design suites. We examine which PCB engineer skills become more valuable — and which are being automated away.

Alison GreenJune 6, 2026

Embedded microcontroller development board with RTOS code on screen

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Embedded Systems Salaries 2026: Skills That Pay the Most

We analysed 400+ embedded engineering job postings to identify which skills command the highest salaries. Spoiler: RTOS expertise and Yocto Linux experience lead the pack.

Alison GreenJune 4, 2026