RISC-V has emerged as a cornerstone of modern computing, writes SemiWiki’s Daniel Nenni, offering an open-source alternative to proprietary designs like Arm and x86. Free from licensing fees and highly extensible, RISC-V powers everything from IoT devices to AI accelerators, with over 13 billion cores shipped globally. Annual RISC-V Summits, organized by RISC-V International, serve as vital hubs for innovation, fostering collaboration among engineers, academics, and industry leaders. In 2025, these events have spotlighted advancements in AI, automotive, and high-performance computing, with Andes Technology standing out as a key architect of the RISC-V ecosystem.
The year kicked off with the RISC-V Summit Europe in Paris (May 12-15), where attendees explored Europe’s burgeoning RISC-V landscape. Amid keynotes on industrial adoption and academic research, the summit emphasized single-track sessions blending invited talks, exhibitions, and hands-on demos. A highlight was the call for contributions, which prioritized topics like security frameworks and vector extensions, reflecting RISC-V’s push into edge AI.
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