Researchers create skyrmion-based memory technology for extremely low-power devices

https://techxplore.com/news/2024-03-skyrmion-based-memory-technology-extremely.html

"computing technologies to process data much faster while using significantly less energy... first electrical switching and readout of skymions using tunnel junction operable under ambient conditions... skyrmions enable switching between states using 1,000X less power... >2 states can be achieved within 1 device... enhanced computing switch integrated into microprocessors fabricated on 200 mm silicon wafers... data processed within individual appliances using efficient, sustainable AI edge computing"