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India roundup: Kaynes SemiCon expands global presence, nears OSAT customers in Japan and US

Jingyue Hsiao, DIGITIMES Asia, Taipei 0

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India-based OSAT Kaynes Semicon is securing customers in its foray into the semiconductor business. Tesla steps up entry in India but faced criticism over its potential local manufacturing prospect.

Exclusive: Kaynes SemiCon expands global presence, nears OSAT customers in Japan and the US

Kaynes SemiCon is expanding its global footprint, forming partnerships in Japan and the US to secure new customers. The company is enhancing R&D, talent development, and plant construction. With strategic collaborations and a strong focus on OSAT and ATMP, Kaynes aims to strengthen its position in India's semiconductor supply chain.

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